Building and Safety Engineer I / II

Salary : $91,270.40 - $125,652.80 Annually

Location : Throughout San Bernardino County, CA

Job Type : Full-time

Job Number : 25-16908 / 16907BNS-01

Department : Land Use Services

Opening Date : 11 / 01 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

The Job

Land Use Services is seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Building and Safety Engineers I / II .

• Under general direction, the Building and Safety Engineers review and evaluates building construction plans and related documents to ensure compliance with applicable California Building Standards Codes, County ordinances, and other state and local regulations.

This position plays a critical role in safeguarding public health and safety by ensuring that new construction, tenant improvements, and structural modifications meet current building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, energy, and accessibility standards.

Key responsibilities may include :

EXCELLENT BENEFITS To view job specific benefits, refer to : Summary of Benefits

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Employment Process : Prior to appointment, candidate must undergo a background check, which includes fingerprinting and a medical exam.

Trave l : Travel to various sites throughout the County is required; a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be provided at time of hire. Mileage reimbursement is available.

Physical : This position includes the following demands : frequent sitting; occasional walking, standing, bending, and squatting; fine manipulation in both hands; continuously reach or work below the shoulder level; must frequently demonstrate near vision and occasionally demonstrate far vision; occasionally lift or carry ten (10) pounds or less; occasionally work near equipment and machinery on rough, uneven, rocky, or slippery surfaces; occasionally exposed to dust, gas, toxic materials, noise, and extremes in temperature and / or humidity; occasionally use protective equipment or clothing.

Minimum Requirements

ENGINEER I - Applicants must meet all of the following requirements : Education

Forty-Five semester (68 quarter) units in land use, civil, environmental, or a closely related field of engineering of which 35 semester units must beupper division.

Experience

One year of professional experience working in land use, civil, environmental, or a closely related field of engineering

Substitution for Education

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification issued by the California Board of Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists OR Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE) certification issued by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) may substitute for the upper division component; candidates must still meet overall unit requirement as specified above. (45 semester / 68 quarter units)

Substitution for Experience

Bachelor's degree in land use, civil, environmental, or a closely related field of engineering OR 4 years of experience equivalent to an Engineering Technician in San Bernardino County may substitute for one year of the required engineer experience.

ENGINEER II - Applicants must meet all of the following requirements : Certification

Candidates must possess Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification issued by the California Board of Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists OR Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE) certification issued by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES).

Education

Forty-Five semester (68 quarter) units in civil engineering or a closely related field. Candidates must provide a list of completed coursework.

Experience

Two years of professional experience working in land use, civil, environmental, or a closely related field of engineering

Substitution for Experience

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related field OR 4 years of experience equivalent to an Engineering Technician in San Bernardino County may substitute for one year of the required engineer experience.

Note : Candidates must provide a list of transcripts unless the candidates possess a Bachelor's degree in a qualifying area . All documents should be uploaded upon completion of the application. Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education.

Degree Equivalency Evaluation : Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied with an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education.

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will be a collaborative and analytical professional with strong technical expertise in building codes and plan review. They will demonstrate sound engineering judgment, attention to detail, and a commitment to public safety and service excellence. A Bachelor's degree from an ABET accredited school inland use, civil, environmental, or a closely related field of engineering is highly desirable.

Selection Process

Examination Procedure :

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.

Application Procedure : Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration as soon as possible. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and / or supplemental questionnaires.

This recruitment is open on a Continuous basis and may close at anytime.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application as soon as possible. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and / or print these for your records. Please note : if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.

If you need technical assistance, follow this link to or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627 . Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) : San Bernardino County is an and Americans with DisabilitiesAct (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for allemployees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation : If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the within one week of the recruitmentfiling deadline.

Veterans' Preference : Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows / widowers who are not current County employees mayreceive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request thesepoints, please refer to the

For more important details,

Professional Unit

San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

Please review the appropriate

Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the for more detailed information.

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PLEASE READ THE BELOW STATEMENT

Instructions : The information provided on your application and in your responses to the following Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to determine if you meet the minimum requirements for this position, as well as in a competitive evaluation of qualifications . It is in your best interest to be as thorough as possible in your responses. Resumes will NOT be reviewed to determine qualifications. Applicants will not be able to update their application materials or answers to the questionnaire once the application has been submitted. Note : Experience listed on this questionnaire must also be listed and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application.

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List your college coursework or degree information below.

If you are listing your coursework in engineering or related field, provide the following information : the name of the school, course title and number, and number of units (semester or quarter) earned or attached a copy of your transcripts. Example : CSUSB, Intro to Engineering, ENG 100, 4 qtr units

If you possess a bachelor's degree or higher in engineering or related field, provide the following information : the name of the school, degree information, and major.

Example : CSUSB, B.S. Civil Engineering

If no education, indicate N / A.

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If your degree or coursework was completed outside of the United States, you must submit your Education Equivalency Evaluation with your application; otherwise your application will not be considered.

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Indicate which of the following you possess :

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If you checked "Other" above, indicate the certification you currently possess. If none, indicate N / A.

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If you have an FE / EIT certificate, provide your certificate number, date of issuance, and issuing agency. If none, indicate N / A.

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If you possess a California Professional Civil Engineer License, list your registration number and expiration date. If none, indicate N / A.

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If you have a Professional License in another state, indicate the state and license number. If none, indicate N / A.

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Check the boxes of computer programs with which you have experience.

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Special Skills : Some positions require specialized work experience. To be considered for a special skill, candidates must complete the supplemental question for that skill. Employers listed on the Supplemental Questionnaire must also be listed on the Work Experience .

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Indicate your Special Skills by checking the appropriate boxes :

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Engineer Level - Initial Placement : Candidates may be hired at the Engineer I or II Level depending on qualifications and in accordance with the requirements as specified on the announcement / relevant job description. It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide a complete work history and demonstrate that they meet any additional requirements which may be considered for placement on their application.

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Building and Safety Experience : Describe your experience reviewing building plans for compliance with the California Building Standards Code (Title 24). In your response, include the name of your employer, job title, the types of projects you have reviewed (e.g., residential, commercial, industrial) and your specific responsibilities. Ensure the name of your employer(s) are clearly listed on the Work Experience section of your application. If no experience, indicate "N / A."

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Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email : As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and / or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).

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We have become aware of an increase in Gmail's spam filter sensitivity. Due to this change, it is possible that emails coming from San Bernardino County Human Resources may be marked as spam and will not make it into your Gmail inbox.

For your convenience, the attached PDF document contains a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail. To access the guide, Once downloaded, follow the instructions so that you will receive future emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources.

Note : If you apply the filters and still do not receive emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources you can check your (Neogov) account inbox. All notifications will appear there.

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Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete : Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered.

Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and / or print these for your records. Please note : if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.

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