Engineer Principal - Citywide (5212) - (C00384)

City and County of San FranciscoSan Francisco, CA, United States

19 hours ago

Job type

Part-time

Job description

Overview

THIS IS A CITYWIDE EXAM

San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth & innovation, urban development, arts & entertainment as well as social issues & change. This rich tapestry of culture and ideas is sustained by our City's commitment to heighten the quality of life for the diverse population of San Franciscans and residents of the greater Bay Area. Our employees play an important role not only in making our City what it is today, but also in shaping the future of San Francisco.

Important Information & Application Steps

Use your personal email—school and work emails may become inaccessible.
We review your application, NOT your resume—complete it fully and highlight your relevant experience.
Your first and last name must match your legal ID for verification.
If interested in other specialties, apply separately for each.

Application Opens and Deadlines

Application Opens : September 30, 2025

Application Filing Deadline : 5 : 00 PM on October 28, 2025

After Submitting Your Application

Confirmation Email : Verify you receive a confirmation email. If not, your application was NOT successfully submitted.

Connect with us : Add our emails to your contacts to avoid delays in updates. SFHR Email Extensions

Save a Copy : Retain a copy of the recruitment announcement for reference (List ID : CBT-5212-C00384)

Contact Information : For any questions, contact Tamara Ranney at tamara.ranney@sfgov.org.

Job Description

Under general administrative direction, the Principal Engineer / Architect manages, plans, assigns and directs the activities of several units or a group of professional and sub-professional engineering / architectural personnel engaged in a wide variety of design and / or construction projects.

The essential functions of the class may vary depending upon assignment and may include :

Planning, directing and coordinating the design activities of a number of major sections engaged in complex engineering and / or architectural projects.

Establishing, preparing, managing, reviewing and monitoring organizational budgets.

Establishing and evaluating organizational goals and objectives; planning, coordinating and directing the activities of professional engineering and / or architectural personnel with those of contractors, subcontractors, state and local agencies, and inspection and construction personnel.

Supervising subordinate personnel, completing performance appraisals, and participating in the disciplinary process when necessary.

Establishing design and construction standards; reviewing and approving correspondence, reports, estimates and other materials.

Writing policies, procedures and evaluations.

Conducting important negotiations with representatives of government and architectural and engineering agencies.

Coordinating, interpreting, and enforcing policies; conferring and coordinating with operating division managers, other departments, and state and local agencies.

Making presentations to boards, organizations, and the public.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Nine (9) years verifiable professional engineering (e.g. civil, electrical, mechanical, sanitary / chemical / environmental, transportation / traffic, or structural) work experience, of which six (6) years of that experience must be as a licensed professional engineer. Two (2) of the nine (9) years must be equivalent to the City and County of San Francisco class 5211 Senior Engineer.

Possession of a current Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California.

Substitutions for Engineer Specialty : A Master's Degree in Engineering may substitute for 1 (one) year of work experience. A PhD in Engineering may substitute for 2 (two) years of work experience.

Notes for Engineer Specialty : Some engineering positions may require possession of a certificate issued by the International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO), International Code Council (ICC) or an equivalent certifying body. Some positions may require additional special engineering licensing and / or work experience in areas such as Construction Management, Structural Design, Corrosion, Fire Protection, Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental, or Instrumentation and Control Systems, additional disciplines may be determined at a later time.

Out-of-state applicants : This note applies to all candidates who are applying from out of the state of California for all specialties : Candidates licensed in other states who otherwise meet the minimum requirements of this announcement, but do not possess the required California license, may file for this examination, and if successful, will be placed under waiver on the resulting eligible list until the required California license is presented.

License or Certificate : Some positions may require a valid driver license.

Working Conditions : Some positions may require lifting up to 50 pounds; climbing ladders; working in high places and confined spaces; exposure to various weather conditions and outdoors; bending, sitting, and walking for extended periods of time and over uneven surfaces. Positions may require schedules including weekends, holidays, part time, nights, and / or overtime.

Verification : Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point in the process. Note : Falsifying information may result in disqualification. All work experience, education, training and other information must be included on the application by the filing deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application.

Selection Procedures

After application submission, qualified candidates must complete all steps to advance, including the Minimum Qualification Supplemental Questionnaire with Training and Experience Evaluation (100%).

The Minimum Qualification Supplemental Questionnaire is used to evaluate minimum qualifications and determine final score and rank on the eligible list / score report.

Additional Information

The Citywide recruitment and its resulting eligible list score report may be used to fill positions in various City departments. Eligible list duration is 6 months and may be extended. Additional selection processes may be conducted prior to final hiring decisions. The terms of this announcement may be appealed under Civil Service Rule 110.4. See Civil Service Commission rules for details.

How to Apply : All applications must be submitted through the online portal. Visit https : / / careers.sf.gov / to begin. Computers are available for public use at specified City offices. Ensure application information is accurate and matches your legal ID. You will receive a confirmation email if submission succeeds. For questions, contact the exam analyst, Tamara Ranney (tamara.ranney@sfgov.org).

EEO Statement : The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability status, medical condition, HIV / AIDS status, sexual orientation, gender, or other protected category under the law.

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