SENIOR CIVIL ENGINEER (Development Services)
Apply NowCompany: City of Huntington Beach, CA
Location: Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Description:
Salary: $8,753.51 - $11,730.51 Monthly
Location : Huntington Beach, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 0069-0425
Department: Public Works Department
Division: Engineering
Opening Date: 04/10/2025
Closing Date: 5/7/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
Description
Here in Huntington Beach, we believe passionately that the key to becoming the best beach City in the world starts and ends with finding the right people to join our team. At this time, we have an outstanding career opportunity available, as we're looking for a Senior Civil Engineer to join our Public Works team in the Development Services Division.
The City of Huntington Beach Public Works Department provides outstanding programs, services and facilities to enhance and enrich the lives of our residents and visitors. We are seeking candidates with:
The ideal candidate is a licensed professional engineer with substantial experience in grading plan review and private development processing within a municipal setting. They demonstrate strong technical expertise in stormwater regulations, reviewing Water Quality Management Plans, Hydrology and Hydraulic Reports, and other development-related documents for complex residential and commercial projects. The candidate excels in coordinating with developers, consultants, and planning staff to ensure compliance with city standards and entitlement requirements.
Examples of Essential Duties
When assigned to Development Services review, performs professional engineering duties in support of the City's Grading Program by reviewing and approving grading permits for significant residential and commercial development and re-development projects; performs plan checks and conducts meetings with developers and engineers to ensure permit requirements are incorporated into plans; reviews and plan checks Water Quality Management Plans and Hydrology and Hydraulic reports for development projects to ensure compliance with mandated requirements; processes private development projects initiated by the Planning Department; tracks the progress of entitlement documents for other compliance reviews; issues permits; and performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position is qualifying. A typical combination includes:
Education: Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering from an accredited college or university
Experience:Minimum of four (4) years of related experience
Licenses/Certifications:Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required at the time of appointment and throughout employment
Professional Engineer (PE) from the State of California; or registration as a PE in another state and the ability to obtain California registration within twelve months of employment
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE
The City of Huntington Beach offers a comprehensive benefit package to Management Employees' Organization members including:
The SALARY RANGE is composed of seven steps. Merit step increases are based on satisfactory performance.
PROMOTIONS within the City are based upon the merit system principles emphasizing individual ability and utilizing competitive examinations.
TWELVE PAID HOLIDAYS provided per year.
GENERAL LEAVE with pay of 176 hours is granted to regular employees. After four years' service additional general leave hours are earned, up to 256 hours after fifteen years' service.
ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE with pay is granted in the amount of 60 hours per calendar year.
EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE PLANS are available for eligible employees to develop their knowledge and abilities.
GROUP INSURANCE PROGRAMS are available to eligible City employees. These programs include medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment insurances.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS are available where employees use pre-tax salary to pay for regular child care, adult dependent care and/or medical expenses.
RETIREMENT BENEFITS are provided by the California Public Employee's Retirement System. Every regular employee becomes a member immediately upon employment. Effective January 1, 2013, the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act will apply to new members of CalPERS. A new member is defined as a new hire who is brought into CalPERS membership for the first time on or after 1/1/13 and has no prior membership in a California public retirement system; is not eligible for reciprocity with another California public retirement system; or is rehired by a different CalPERS employer after a break in service of greater than six (6) months. All employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 will be subject to CalPERS membership review for applicability of PEPRA. Employees enrolled in CalPERS prior to January 1, 2013 are considered classic members.
The benefit formula, final compensation period, and member contribution rate is as represented below:
Classic Miscellaneous Members:
Benefit Formula Miscellaneous 2.5% at age 55
Final Compensation Period 1-year Final Compensation
Member Contribution Rate 9.0% of Reportable Compensation
New Miscellaneous Members under PEPRA:
Benefit Formula Miscellaneous 2% at age 62
Final Compensation Period 3-year Final Compensation
Member Contribution Rate 8.25% of Reportable Compensation (eff. 7/1/23)
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Two voluntary deferred compensation 457 plans are available.
CREDIT UNION membership is available to all City employees and provides access to low interest loans.
FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULES: Employees will have the option of working a 5/40 or 9/80 work schedule with Supervisor and Department Head approval. Employees assigned to the Police Department shall retain the option of working the 4/10 work schedule with Supervisor and Department Head approval. In order to maintain service to the public, departmental effectiveness, productivity and/or efficiency, a Department Head may assign an employee a different work schedule that is in compliance with the requirements of FLSA with City Manager approval.
NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract expressed or implied, and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice.
For a more detailed overview of the benefits, review the Memorandum of Understanding and Side Letters at: Click on the links under "Management Employees' Organization".
01
Do you possess a bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering from an accredited college or university?
02
Indicate the years of related experience that you possess in Development Services.
03
Describe your technical knowledge and experience in the design and/or plan checking of development projects involving grading plans, Water Quality Management Plans (WQMPs), Hydrology Reports, sewers, water, storm drains, and street improvements. (If you do not possess this type of experience, enter "N/A".)
04
I understand that this position requires a valid California Class C driver's license and an acceptable driving record by time of appointment and during course of employment.
05
Do you possess a Professional Engineer (PE) from the State of California or are registered as a PE in another state?Note: If you are registered as a PE in another state and are appointed to this position, you will be required to obtain California registration within 12 months of employment.
06
Are you a CalPERS RETIRED Annuitant?
Required Question
Location : Huntington Beach, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 0069-0425
Department: Public Works Department
Division: Engineering
Opening Date: 04/10/2025
Closing Date: 5/7/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
Description
Here in Huntington Beach, we believe passionately that the key to becoming the best beach City in the world starts and ends with finding the right people to join our team. At this time, we have an outstanding career opportunity available, as we're looking for a Senior Civil Engineer to join our Public Works team in the Development Services Division.
The City of Huntington Beach Public Works Department provides outstanding programs, services and facilities to enhance and enrich the lives of our residents and visitors. We are seeking candidates with:
- Superior communication, organizational, and project management skills who follow through on all facets of work.
- Ability to see the strengths, assets, and potential within a community, and an individual who operates with a profound respect for understanding the aspirations and needs of both residents of and visitors to Huntington Beach.
- A strong background demonstrating excellent leadership skills.
- Creative ideas and ability to facilitate innovative processes in a team environment.
- Outstanding customer service skills with the ability work effectively with the general public, business owners, community groups and vendors.
The ideal candidate is a licensed professional engineer with substantial experience in grading plan review and private development processing within a municipal setting. They demonstrate strong technical expertise in stormwater regulations, reviewing Water Quality Management Plans, Hydrology and Hydraulic Reports, and other development-related documents for complex residential and commercial projects. The candidate excels in coordinating with developers, consultants, and planning staff to ensure compliance with city standards and entitlement requirements.
Examples of Essential Duties
When assigned to Development Services review, performs professional engineering duties in support of the City's Grading Program by reviewing and approving grading permits for significant residential and commercial development and re-development projects; performs plan checks and conducts meetings with developers and engineers to ensure permit requirements are incorporated into plans; reviews and plan checks Water Quality Management Plans and Hydrology and Hydraulic reports for development projects to ensure compliance with mandated requirements; processes private development projects initiated by the Planning Department; tracks the progress of entitlement documents for other compliance reviews; issues permits; and performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position is qualifying. A typical combination includes:
Education: Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering from an accredited college or university
Experience:Minimum of four (4) years of related experience
Licenses/Certifications:Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required at the time of appointment and throughout employment
Professional Engineer (PE) from the State of California; or registration as a PE in another state and the ability to obtain California registration within twelve months of employment
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE
- Application Review
- Examination - applicants best meeting the City's needs will be invited to participate in the virtual oral board examination - tentatively scheduled for May 21, 2025.
- Selection Interview
- Pre-Employment/Background
- Appointment
The City of Huntington Beach offers a comprehensive benefit package to Management Employees' Organization members including:
The SALARY RANGE is composed of seven steps. Merit step increases are based on satisfactory performance.
PROMOTIONS within the City are based upon the merit system principles emphasizing individual ability and utilizing competitive examinations.
TWELVE PAID HOLIDAYS provided per year.
GENERAL LEAVE with pay of 176 hours is granted to regular employees. After four years' service additional general leave hours are earned, up to 256 hours after fifteen years' service.
ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE with pay is granted in the amount of 60 hours per calendar year.
EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE PLANS are available for eligible employees to develop their knowledge and abilities.
GROUP INSURANCE PROGRAMS are available to eligible City employees. These programs include medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment insurances.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS are available where employees use pre-tax salary to pay for regular child care, adult dependent care and/or medical expenses.
RETIREMENT BENEFITS are provided by the California Public Employee's Retirement System. Every regular employee becomes a member immediately upon employment. Effective January 1, 2013, the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act will apply to new members of CalPERS. A new member is defined as a new hire who is brought into CalPERS membership for the first time on or after 1/1/13 and has no prior membership in a California public retirement system; is not eligible for reciprocity with another California public retirement system; or is rehired by a different CalPERS employer after a break in service of greater than six (6) months. All employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 will be subject to CalPERS membership review for applicability of PEPRA. Employees enrolled in CalPERS prior to January 1, 2013 are considered classic members.
The benefit formula, final compensation period, and member contribution rate is as represented below:
Classic Miscellaneous Members:
Benefit Formula Miscellaneous 2.5% at age 55
Final Compensation Period 1-year Final Compensation
Member Contribution Rate 9.0% of Reportable Compensation
New Miscellaneous Members under PEPRA:
Benefit Formula Miscellaneous 2% at age 62
Final Compensation Period 3-year Final Compensation
Member Contribution Rate 8.25% of Reportable Compensation (eff. 7/1/23)
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Two voluntary deferred compensation 457 plans are available.
CREDIT UNION membership is available to all City employees and provides access to low interest loans.
FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULES: Employees will have the option of working a 5/40 or 9/80 work schedule with Supervisor and Department Head approval. Employees assigned to the Police Department shall retain the option of working the 4/10 work schedule with Supervisor and Department Head approval. In order to maintain service to the public, departmental effectiveness, productivity and/or efficiency, a Department Head may assign an employee a different work schedule that is in compliance with the requirements of FLSA with City Manager approval.
NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract expressed or implied, and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice.
For a more detailed overview of the benefits, review the Memorandum of Understanding and Side Letters at: Click on the links under "Management Employees' Organization".
01
Do you possess a bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering from an accredited college or university?
- Yes
- No
02
Indicate the years of related experience that you possess in Development Services.
- None
- Less than four (4) years
- At least four (4) years but less than six (6) years
- Six (6) years or more
03
Describe your technical knowledge and experience in the design and/or plan checking of development projects involving grading plans, Water Quality Management Plans (WQMPs), Hydrology Reports, sewers, water, storm drains, and street improvements. (If you do not possess this type of experience, enter "N/A".)
04
I understand that this position requires a valid California Class C driver's license and an acceptable driving record by time of appointment and during course of employment.
- Yes
- No
05
Do you possess a Professional Engineer (PE) from the State of California or are registered as a PE in another state?Note: If you are registered as a PE in another state and are appointed to this position, you will be required to obtain California registration within 12 months of employment.
- Yes
- No
06
Are you a CalPERS RETIRED Annuitant?
- Yes
- No
Required Question