The City of Santa Ana is looking for individuals who are results-oriented, possess great attitude, demonstrate creativity and innovation, work efficiently, show a record of success and have a passion for public service. Having highly talented employees provides the best service to our community.

Under general direction, the Principal Civil Engineer supervises the day-to-day operations of an assigned section within the Public Works Agency to ensure achievement of section and department goals.

The eligibility list established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current and/or additional vacancies throughout the City. Currently, there is one (1) vacancy in Water Resources Division and one (1) vacancy in Development Engineering Unit. .

Works as project manager with a Senior Civil Engineer and consultants to periodically review progress of projects and programs. Works collaboratively with several City departments to plan, gather input, and exchange ideas during the project design phase; coordinates related interdepartmental projects. Prepares project budget estimates for public works projects; develops, and monitors funding availability of various projects, programs, or services. Performs divisional budget and capital improvement projects, and monitors the progress of ongoing capital projects. Conducts special studies and analyses on public works projects; prepares reports and recommendations. Supervises and evaluates performance of subordinates; trains and mentors staff; and makes personnel recommendations for the division. Supervises the preparation of plans, specifications, cost estimates, and other contract documents for all capital outlay and maintenance projects within the City; prepares requests for proposals and reviews bids submitted by outside consultants. Uses modern computer software applications to prepare reports, estimates, agreements, written requests to City Council with recommendations, technical analyses, and other documents. Responds to requests from the public for information and advice; refers requests to contractors and consultants, as needed. Attends and represents the City at community and other after-hours events. May fill in for the division manager during their absence. Performs other functions as assigned. Depending on assignment, additional essential functions also include, but are not limited to:

If assigned to the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Engineering Section: Monitors and prepares reports on all phases of capital project delivery. Manages and reviews all capital design and construction contracts, including inspection and construction surveys.

If assigned to the Development Engineering Section: Reviews all private development projects for compliance with Santa Ana Municipal Code and State Subdivision Map Act. Conditions all private development projects for public improvements. Manages the Public Works Agency’s public counter.

If assigned to the Traffic and Transportation Engineering Section: Supervises the traffic engineering design and operations section, including preparing plans, specifications, estimates, reports, and studies, and reviewing of traffic impact analyses. Oversee various traffic programs and related grants acquisitions and administration.

If assigned to the Water Resources Division: Supervises the operation and maintenance of City water production facilities, water quality facilities, water distribution systems, and sewer collection systems. Ensures that State and Regional Water Resources Control Board, Department of Water Resources, and Health Department regulations are met.Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in civil or structural engineering. At least four years of professional civil/traffic/development/water engineering experience in the design of all types of public works projects, including two years of supervisory field experience in a large public agency; or any equivalent combination of training and experience that results in the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Knowledge of: the principles, practices, and methods of civil engineering, particularly as they apply to project management, project design, strength of materials, materials testing, right-of-way acquisition, surveying and photogrammetry, hydraulics and hydrology, construction inspection, quantity and cost estimating, traffic engineering, and contract administration; related laws and regulations, such as the California Environmental Quality Act, the Federal Reallocation Act, the California Subdivision Map Act, the Federal Clean Water Act, and the Uniform Building Code; principles of permit fees and developer impact fees; and principles and practices of supervision and leadership.

Skill in: the use of personal computers and current office software applications, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, to produce status reports and presentations; and a networked environment for facilities management applications.

Ability to: maintain project schedules and budgets on several projects concurrently; prepare bid packages, requests for proposals, accurate plans, specifications, cost estimates, and engineering reports with recommendations; make accurate engineering computations and drawings; deliver effective oral presentations to legislative bodies; work cooperatively as a team member with coworkers, peers, and other City agencies; communicate effectively orally and in writing with coworkers, council members, contractors, and the general public; effectively supervise others in the implementation of complex engineering projects from conceptualization through design, construction, and completion; budget and manage large public works projects; effectively supervise assigned staff; and effectively interact with private engineers, developers, and other City agencies relating to private development.

If assigned to the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Engineering Section: Knowledge of right-of-way acquisition and relocation processes per Caltrans Manuals and Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Act; and construction operations per the Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction and Caltrans Standard Specifications, and the Public Contract Code.

If assigned to the Development Engineering Section: Knowledge of state of California Subdivision Map Act.

If assigned to the Traffic and Transportation Engineering Section: Knowledge of Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), Highway Capacity Manual, Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) Trip Generation Manual, Highway Design Manual, and Caltrans Standard Specifications.

If assigned to the Water Resources Division: Knowledge of State Health Department regulations and Regional Water Quality Control Board requirements.

SPECIAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Possession and retention of a valid certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer in the State of California is a condition of continued employment in this classification.

• Possession and retention of a valid California Class “C” Driver’s License is a condition of continued employment in this classification.

• If assigned to the Water Resources Division: Possession and retention of a valid California State Department of Health Water Distribution Certificate (WDC) - Grade 4 and Water Treatment Certificate (WTC) - Grade 2 is a condition of continued employment in this classification.

HIGHLY DESIRABLE

• If assigned to the Traffic and Transportation Engineering Section: Possession of Certificate of Registration as a Traffic Engineer in the State of California is highly desirable.

Oral Interview Examination (Tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, January 10, 2023) : (Weight of 100%) will evaluate the candidates' experience, training, education, and abilities in relation to those factors which are essential for successful performance on the job. Candidates need a minimum passing score in order to be placed on the eligible list.