Senior Civil Engineer

City of Citrus Heights • Citrus Heights, CA

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About The Position

The City of Citrus Heights Engineering Division provides project and program support for activities primarily in the public right-of-way, including roads, streets, bridges, signals and lighting, and stormwater facilities. The Senior Civil Engineer performs complex professional engineering work involving transportation planning, traffic engineering, land development, capital improvements, drainage, and special projects. The position provides engineering support, develops and implements long-range plans, and works on state- and federally funded projects.

The role includes a varied mix of planning, design, construction, and field work on visible, community-focused projects. Current capital work includes corridor revitalizations, multimodal safety improvements, public-space enhancements, expansion of the off-street trail network, and major infrastructure upgrades. The position works with a collaborative engineering management team and offers flexibility in work hours, including hybrid schedules, 9/80 options, and flex-time arrangements.

The City of Citrus Heights is in the greater Sacramento region, approximately 15 miles northeast of Sacramento. The City has approximately 88,000 residents and more than 200 employees. The City is offering an $11,000 hiring incentive for this position. Applications are accepted on a continuous basis until the position is filled, with applications reviewed according to the stated recruitment timeline.

Requirements

• Five years of professional-level experience in civil engineering, drainage, transportation engineering, traffic engineering, or a related field.
• Training equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, with major coursework in engineering or a related field.
• Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer with the State of California.
• May need a valid California driver’s license and proof of automobile liability insurance, as required by the position.
• Knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices related to transportation, drainage, land development, pavement management, and public works operations.
• Knowledge of land-use development, traffic and lighting design, pavement management, drainage, public infrastructure, construction inspection, development design and construction, and the Subdivision Map Act and urban planning process.
• Knowledge of engineering equipment and instruments, construction practices and materials, technical report writing, data presentation, grant writing, plan review, encroachment permits, traffic engineering, mapping, and engineering mathematics.
• Knowledge of engineering principles for construction, inspection, safety, and structures; office procedures and engineering computer programs; leadership, supervision, budgeting, customer service, communication, safety management, and applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Ability to apply laws, ordinances, codes, policies, and procedures; analyze technical and numerical information; evaluate designs and feasibility and cost analyses; read and interpret engineering plans and reports; perform complex engineering calculations; and prepare technical reports.
• Ability to review plans, construction documents, and permits; estimate and oversee project costs; manage project budgets; research and prepare funding applications; assist with contract negotiations; and use specialized software, equipment, instruments, and tools.
• Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate personnel as assigned; make decisions on complex issues; communicate clearly; provide responsive customer service; and establish effective working relationships with diverse groups.
• Ability to attend evening public meetings as required.
• Ability to perform the described office and field activities, including prolonged desk work, walking, twisting, bending, grasping, fine manipulation, using a telephone and keyboard, and lifting or carrying up to 10 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• One year of supervisory experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex technical duties and manage programs and projects related to the assigned area.
• Develop and implement work-unit goals, objectives, policies, and procedures; prioritize projects and assignments; and assist the supervisor with functional-area planning.
• Participate in budget preparation and administration, prepare cost estimates and project justifications, and monitor expenditures.
• Plan, assign, supervise, and review staff work; participate in staff selection; coordinate training; conduct performance evaluations as assigned; and address performance deficiencies and discipline as needed.
• Assist with the City’s capital improvement program, including developing shelf projects, prioritizing needs and funding opportunities, and preparing and coordinating the five-year capital improvement budget.
• Review and prepare land development plans, construction documents, encroachment permit applications, Landscape Assessment District projects, and transportation project designs; review plans for accuracy, suitability, and completeness and recommend improvements.
• Develop conditions for development projects and applications, collaborate with planning and building functions, review subordinate engineers’ work, and make recommendations within the development review process.
• Prepare estimates for construction or maintenance of street lighting, resurfacing, street improvements, drainage, capital improvement, and other public works projects.
• Manage the City’s storm drainage program, oversee related capital projects, coordinate storm response preparation, and supervise drainage technical and maintenance staff.
• Attend, manage, and facilitate meetings; represent the City; and meet with neighborhood groups, commissions, task forces, committees, the Planning Commission, and City Council as assigned.
• Create or review engineering plans, charts, diagrams, graphs, tables, sketches, exhibits, and staff reports for public meetings and other purposes.
• Coordinate with local agencies and utilities regarding affected engineering projects or issues.
• Prepare, monitor, service, and administer grants and competitive regional funding; secure funding; negotiate and oversee consulting and construction service contracts; conduct field inspections; and distribute project information promptly.
• Meet with developers, contractors, engineers, and the public regarding City policies, regulations, and procedures.
• Assist the City Engineer and department director; coordinate with other agencies and City departments; and support roadway and drainage capital improvement programs and projects.
• Prepare and analyze specifications, plans, estimates, reports, and documents related to traffic engineering facilities and other public works capital projects.
• Research and prepare technical and administrative reports, correspondence, and staff reports.
• Resolve complex engineering-related customer service issues, investigate complaints, arrange corrective action, and prepare responses to applicants.
• Oversee or coordinate special projects involving graphic design and illustrations for exhibits, and maintain related records, lists, and data.
• Maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, City employees, and the public, and perform related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $11,000 hiring incentive
• Employer medical contributions of up to $3,050 for family coverage
• Generous leave packages
• Cash in lieu of medical insurance of $800 per month ($600 in taxable wages and $200 to either a deferred compensation plan or a Health Reimbursement Account)
• Hybrid work schedules
• 9/80 schedule options
• Flex-time arrangements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior