Engineering Resourse Analyst I

Modoc county•Alturas, CA

3d•$51,864 - $80,460

About The Position

Modoc County’s Engineering Resource Analyst I performs a combination of technical engineering, project administration, fiscal, safety, and operational support functions for the Road Department. The role provides office and limited field support for engineering projects and departmental operations, including drafting, surveying, GIS/CADD mapping, materials documentation, procurement, grants, budgeting, airport administration, and personnel support. Assignments may shift between engineering and administrative divisions based on departmental priorities, seasonal workload, grant requirements, and operational needs. The position works under general supervision and is expected to build proficiency across engineering and administrative support functions, with increasing independence as experience is gained. It may also assist in coordinating projects across operational divisions and may assign, direct, and review the work of office or less experienced technical staff on a project or day-to-day basis. The position requires equivalent to high school graduation, coursework in a related technical or administrative field, and one year of relevant technical experience, or an equivalent combination of engineering and administrative experience. A valid California Class C driver’s license is required. The work involves a typical office setting as well as driving to work sites and walking during field inspections and investigations. Specified positions may involve exposure to heavy traffic, hazardous terrain, and varied weather conditions. All Modoc County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers and must complete assigned disaster-related training and return to work as ordered in an emergency.

Requirements

Equivalent to graduation from high school.
Completion of coursework in civil engineering technology, drafting, surveying, GIS, CADD, construction technology, business administration, accounting, public administration, finance, project management, resource management, or a closely related field.
One year of technical experience in engineering support, drafting, surveying, construction inspection, public works, GIS, AutoCAD/Civil 3D, materials testing, government accounting, purchasing, grants administration, payroll, budgeting, safety compliance, personnel administration, project coordination, or public agency administration; alternatively, an equivalent combination of engineering and administrative experience.
Valid California Class C driver’s license.
Knowledge of basic civil engineering, drafting, surveying, construction inspection, public works terminology, GIS/CADD, engineering mathematics including basic geometry and trigonometry, records management, governmental accounting, procurement, grant and contract administration, project management, public agency operations, personnel support, safety and risk management, Microsoft Office, and department software.
Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications; perform basic drafting; assist with surveying and field data collection; prepare accurate reports and project documentation; maintain engineering and financial records; analyze technical and administrative information; coordinate assignments with changing priorities; communicate effectively with engineers, contractors, agencies, and the public; learn engineering software; exercise sound judgment; establish effective working relationships; and use modern office technologies, remote meeting platforms, smartphones, and department software.
Ability to meet the physical demands of office work, use standard office equipment, drive to work sites, walk and conduct field inspections and investigations, and communicate in person or by telephone, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.
Must complete assigned Disaster Service work-related training and return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

Responsibilities

Perform basic engineering drafting using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS, or similar software.
Maintain engineering maps, exhibits, legal descriptions, project files, records, and digital project archives.
Assist with field surveys, traffic counts, construction inspections, and engineering data collection.
Perform quantity calculations and engineering computations.
Prepare bid packages, specifications, engineer’s estimates, and contract documents.
Maintain encroachment permit records.
Conduct materials documentation and basic aggregate testing.
Assist with grant administration and reimbursement requests.
Monitor project budgets and expenditures; assist with departmental budgeting and financial forecasting.
Coordinate FAA reporting and airport project documentation.
Assist with procurement, purchasing, and inventory management; prepare purchase orders and payment documentation.
Prepare reports for State and Federal agencies.
Assist with payroll and timekeeping functions.
Maintain personnel records and departmental databases.
Coordinate training, safety meetings, and regulatory compliance.
Develop policies, procedures, and operational reports.
Provide customer service to internal departments, contractors, consultants, regulatory agencies, and the public.
Support county vision and mission, provide courteous and timely service, cooperate with county employees, and adhere to the Modoc County Code of Safe Practices.
Drive a motor vehicle to reach work sites and obtain field information as needed.
May assign, direct, and review the work of office or less experienced technical staff on a project or day-to-day basis.
Perform other duties as assigned.