Junior Engineer/Geologist, Zone 7

THIS IS A NEW ASSEMBLED EXAMINATION. The eligible list resulting from this examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year, but can be extended.

Applications must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Postmarks are not accepted. Applications will only be accepted online.

 

Supplemental Questionnaire: A properly completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Applications will only be accepted online. Postmarks are not accepted. Failure to submit the Application or Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification.

 

ONLINE APPLICATIONS ONLY

 

THE AGENCY
Zone 7 provides treated drinking water to four major water retailers serving around 220,000 residents and businesses. The retailers are: the City of Pleasanton; the City of Livermore; California Water Service Company - Livermore; and Dublin San Ramon Services District, which provides water service to Dublin and the Dougherty Valley area of San Ramon.

For more information about Zone 7, please visit their website at www.zone7water.com.

 

THE POSITION
Under general supervision, to perform a variety of professional engineering/geological work related to water resources, flood control, water supply, and water treatment and distribution facilities and systems; and to perform related work as required.

Please CLICK HERE for the full Junior Engineer/Geologist, Zone 7 job specification/description.

 

IDEAL CANDIDATE
In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications stated below, the ideal candidate will have demonstrated a track record of success in the following areas:

• Being a self-starting individual with two or more years of experience in water supply, flood, and watershed management is highly desirable;
• Working knowledge of computer software including HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, ArcGIS, MS Office suite, databases, graphical design, and/or CAD, or other modeling software;
• Long-term and/or master planning experience that includes CEQA or NEPA;
• The ability to read and interpret complex water management plans and drawings;
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills in order to identify issues, problems, or opportunities, and determine viable alternatives and appropriate action;
• Approaching problems and decisions methodically, ensuring solutions that are both technically sound and environmentally acceptable;
• Adapting to changes in work tasks, situations, and environment, remaining flexible and open to new ideas, and encouraging others to value change;
• Organizing work, setting priorities and work sequences, and determining resource requirements;
• Effectively communicating, orally and in writing, with team members, various section staff, management, consultants, planners, the general public, regulatory ,and other agencies; and,
• Possessing the ability and initiative to work both independently and in a team setting, setting and achieving goals and deadlines.

Either I

Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering, Geology or a closely related field.


Or II

Certificate:

Possession of a valid State of California Engineer-In-Training certificate.

License:

Possession of a valid California Driver's License may be required.

NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination.

The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies:

NOTE: The level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the "Examples of Duties" section of this specification.

Knowledge of:

• Fundamental principles and practices of civil engineering as applied to a water agency, including design and construction, surveying and drafting, material engineering and soil mechanics and stress analysis.
• Principles of hydrology, hydraulics, hydrogeology and water resources management.
• Engineering economics.
• Construction methods, materials and equipment.
• Computer software applications related to engineering/geology.

Ability to:

• Apply engineering principles and techniques to the study and evaluation of engineering/geological problems.
• Make accurate engineering computations.
• Inspect construction projects and existing facilities and conduct common tests of construction materials.
• Read, understand and interpret engineering/geological data, maps, survey notes, legal descriptions and other materials.
• Prepare clear, concise and accurate reports and correspondence.
• Maintain accurate data and records.
• Deal tactfully and effectively with the public, other agencies, developers, engineering firms and contractors and other employees.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Must be willing and able to work in exposure to potential chemical, mechanical and electrical hazards and outdoors in all weather conditions. May be required to respond to emergencies in off-hours.

Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall wellbeing.  These benefits include but are not limited to*:

For your Health & Welfare Benefits

• Medical – HMO & PPO Insurance
• Dental – PPO & DHMO Insurance  
• Vision
• Basic Life Insurance 
• Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage) 
• County Allowance
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity
• Long Term Care Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

For your Financial Future

• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan – (Defined Benefit Pension Plan)
• Deferred Compensation Plan

For your Work/Life Balance

• 11 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave accrual
• Vacation purchase program
• Management Paid Leave**
• Group Auto/Home
• Commuter Benefits Program
• Guaranteed Ride Home
• Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts)
• Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.)
• Child Care Resources
• 1^st United Services Credit Union 

*Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement.  This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change.

** Non-exempt management employees are entitled to up to three days of management paid leave. Exempt management employees are entitled to up to seven days of management paid leave.

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Iona Childers, Human Resources Analyst
Human Resource Services, County of Alameda
Iona.Childers@acgov.org
(510) 272-6463

Alameda County is an Equal Opportunity Employer