Assistant Civil Engineer (CIP)

Salary : $98,109.24 - $119,536.56 Annually

Location : Rancho Cordova, CA

Job Type : Full-Time Regular

Remote Employment : Flexible / Hybrid

Job Number : 00124

Department : Public Works

Division : Capital Improvement Project Team

Opening Date : 11 / 05 / 2025

FLSA : Exempt

THE POSITION

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in your community? The City of Rancho Cordova is seeking an energetic and results-driven Assistant Civil Engineer who is passionate about delivering quality capital infrastructure and helping shape a vibrant, beautiful city.

The Public Works - Capital Improvement Project Team

The City of Rancho Cordova has a robust 5-year with over 80 Projects totaling over $1B. The Projects are spread across several areas of Public Works including roadway / transportation, alternatives transportation, stormwater, and citywide projects. The Capital Improvement Project Team works to deliver critically important infrastructure projects that support the vibrant community and economic development in Rancho Cordova - a growing community of more than 81,000 residents. The Capital Improvement Team responsibilities include :

• Delivery of Projects
• Construction Management
• Project Management
• Engineering Design

Who We're Looking For

The Public Works - Capital Improvement Project Team is seeking an Assistant Civil Engineer to join the team. The ideal candidate is an EIT with experience in delivering capital improvement projects, solving engineering related challenges, construction management skills, and communicating with engineering consultants. Experience in capital infrastructure project delivery and construction is highly desired. In addition to the technical skills, the ideal candidate has the ability to work well in a team environment, strong written and verbal communication skills, and a passion for serving the community.

If you're inspired by the opportunity to shape the future of our city through innovative infrastructure, thrive in a collaborative team environment, and take pride in delivering projects that enhance our community, we invite you to APPLY TODAY and help build Rancho Cordova's future!

City employees enjoy a robust benefit plan for themselves and their families.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR THE CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA

The City of Rancho Cordova is also a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

City employees also enjoy the knowledge that their work matters to the residents, visitors and businesses in our community. See what some of employees have to say about working for the City of Rancho Cordova, by watching this short video :

The City of Rancho Cordova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by law.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and / or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and change business practices.

See the Job Description for a more complete list of Examples of Essential Duties.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS & MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and / or be learned within a short period of time to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of :

Ability to :

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain knowledge and abilities would be :

Education / Training :

Experience :

Capital Improvement Project specific experience is highly desirable.

License or Certification :

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENTS

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Requires the mobility and manual dexterity to work in a standard office environment, use standard office equipment and attend off-site meetings; speech and hearing to communicate in person and by telephone; vision to read handwritten and printed materials and a computer screen; and strength and agility to lift and carry items weighing up to 30 pounds. On a continuous basis work in an office environment sitting at a desk for long periods of time; travel from job site to job site sitting in vehicle; bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist while performing field work; may be exposed to dust, noise, machinery, moving objects and other vehicles while performing field work; may work on uneven or slippery surfaces; and may intermittently perform field work while exposed to various types of weather including extreme heat during summer months and cold temperatures during the winter months. Some accommodations may be made for some physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodations.

FLSA - Exempt status

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Rancho Cordova complies with the letter and spirit of the Equal Employment Opportunity and Americans with Disabilities laws in its employment process. Please advise the Human Resources Department of any reasonable accommodation you need in order to participate in the City's application process.

EXEMPT EMPLOYEE BENEFIT SUMMARY

CALPERS Retirement

Tier 1 : Employees hired prior to December 31, 2012, and "Classic Members" hired subsequently with less than a six-month break in service, are provided 2.7% at 55 retirement formula. City employees pay the full 8% of their base pay toward this retirement benefit.

Tier 2 : Due to the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (Assembly Bill 340), new MISC members hired after January 1, 2013, or "Classic Members" with a break in service of more than 6 months, are eligible for the 2% @ 62 CalPERS retirement formula and are required to pay a 7.75% contribution toward the PERS benefit. (Note : the employee contribution will change as the cost of the benefit changes, since the employee is required to pay half the normal cost.)

1959 Survivor Benefit (Indexed Level) - The 1959 Survivor Benefit provides a monthly allowance to eligible survivors of members who die while actively employed. The monthly benefit payable to survivors in the Indexed Level increases by 2% each year. Benefit amounts as of 2025 are $820, $1,641 and $2,461 for 1, 2, or 3 eligible survivors.

457 and 401(a) Deferred Compensation Plan

Health Insurance (medical, dental and vision) - The City offers a "cafeteria plan," which includes a monthly medical stipend the employee may apply toward premiums for medical, dental and vision.

Cash-in-lieu - If your total health, vision and / or dental premium costs are lower than $300, you may receive the difference as cash in lieu up to a total of $300. If you do not need to purchase medical, dental or vision benefits from the City, you are eligible for a total of $300 cash in lieu per month.

Medical Benefits Retiree Health - CalPERS plans made available and retiree medical contribution offered toward the cost of the plan. In 2025, the retiree medical contribution is $158.00 per month. The retiree medical contribution will continue to increase until it is equal to the minimum contribution required by CalPERS for the employer to pay on behalf of an employee.

Dental - Delta Dental PPO

Vision - Vision Service Plan (VSP)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Universal Time Off (UTO) - vacation and sick leave combined.

Universal Time Off Cash Out - Employees may cash out up to 80 hours in fiscal year 24 / 25.

Bereavement Leave - On the date of hire, employees are entitled to 24 hours of Bereavement Leave per event due to the death of a member of an employee's immediate family.

Holidays - 13 Holidays per year.

Winter Break - Reviewed by the City Manager each year.

Life Insurance - $50,000 life insurance policy.

Long Term Disability

Social Security - No

Employees do not pay into and earn credit toward future benefits in Social Security, since the City offers an IRS qualifying retirement plan.

Employee Assistant Plan (EAP) - Available to employee and immediate family. Includes concierge, financial and legal services.

Wellness Program - On-site fitness room, shower and lockers and ping pong tables available for employee use.

Tuition Reimbursement - Up to $2,500 per fiscal year.

Training and Development - Available and encouraged for each employee.

Updated January 2025

01

Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as part of the application screening process. Please do not write "see resume" as a response, as this will not be accepted. The experiences you provide in your responses will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. If you do not have experience in a particular area, please indicate "N / A".Have you read and understood this requirement?

02

This position requires applicants to submit proof of education to verify they meet the minimum requirements for the role (e.g. a diploma, degree). Application submitted without this documentation will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed.Have you attached documentation verifying that you meet the minimum education requirements for the position (such as a diploma or degree)?

03

Do you possess a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering?

04

How many years of full-time experience do you possess performing civil engineering work?

05

Select all current, valid engineering registrations you hold that are issued by the California State Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists.

06

List your EIT or PE registration number, date of original issue, and current expiration date as issued by the State of California. A copy of your California EIT certificate or California PE license must be attached or submitted. In addition, if you have other related licenses or registrations please list them.

07

Which software tools do you use REGULARLY (more than once / week)? Check all that apply.

08

Describe your experience working on capital improvement projects, project estimates and budgets, preparing final project plans, and working with property owners, utility companies, consultants, and other local agencies to process infrastructure projects. Indicate the functions you performed and length of time you performed each of these functions.

09

Describe three projects you have worked on. For each project, please include a project description, the budget, your roles and responsibilities, and a challenge you had to overcome for that project.

Required Question