City Engineer

This recruitment is open until filled.
To be considered with the next pull of applicants, apply now! This position will receive a wage increase of 4% on January 7, 2024.
The City of Paso Robles is excited to announce the recruitment of a City Engineer within our Community Development Department.
The City Engineer works alongside both the Planning and Building Divisions to carry out a variety of exciting projects to fulfill the vision of the City's General Plan.
The City is seeking an experienced professional who is an effective leader with strong communication skills, capable of educating and motivating internal staff and the community.
The ideal incumbent will possess excellent time and project management skills, the ability to present complex concepts and ideas to governing bodies and community groups, and experience in ensuring all negotiations align with the values and needs of the community.
If this leadership opportunity interests you, do not hesitate to apply today! The Community El Paso de Robles, or "The Pass of the Oaks," is located halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, in San Luis Obispo County.
Paso Robles is surrounded by scenic rolling hills and California’s premier wine regions and is only 27 miles from beautiful beaches.
This thriving community of over 30,000 actively engaged residents possesses the benefits of a suburban-rural community while retaining a small-town feel.
With over 200 wineries nearby and a bustling downtown with a variety of excellent restaurants and specialty retail, Paso Robles is fast becoming one of the most desirable places to live, work, and play.
Paso Robles has a long history of agriculture and hospitality resulting in a strong work ethic and an enjoyable quality of life.
Once hailed as the “Almond Capital of the World”, Paso Robles is now known for top quality food, wine, beer, distilled spirits, and an annual calendar filled with events that celebrate everything from wine to pioneers to classic cars.
Paso Robles has been honored by the national media, including Country Living’s “10 Best Small Towns in America”; Travel and Leisure Magazine’s “Best Small Towns to Retire to in America”; the Today Show’s “Top Summer Destination for 2021”; a New York Times “Must Visit Region”; Sunset Magazine’s “Best Travel Spots for 2021”; and Wine Enthusiast Magazine’s “Wine Region of the Year”.
The City understands the importance of business development and works hard to attract commerce in a diverse array of industries.
The economic outlook for Paso Robles continues to be strong.
The housing market is robust and offers a wide array of housing choices including new neighborhoods, houses with acreage, infill, and charming Victorian homes, with a median home price of about $634,500.
Paso Robles also has excellent schools, both public and private.
Approximately half an hour away is the nationally ranked Cal Poly State University in San Luis Obispo, and within the City of Paso Robles is Cuesta College, North County Campus.
The Organization The City was incorporated in 1889 as a general law City that operates under the Council-Manager form of government with a general population of 31,176 as of January 1, 2022.
The governing body consists of a five-member City Council and, beginning in 2020, the City is now divided into four voting districts, each district represented by one City Councilmember residing in that district; the Mayor’s position remains at-large.
The voters also elect one City Treasurer at-large.
All six elected positions are non-partisan.
The City Manager, appointed by the City Council, is the Chief Executive Officer, and is empowered to appoint all non-elected employees, except for the City Attorney.
The City has a total annual budget of $173 million for fiscal year 2023/2024, and a total of 295.
44 FTEs across the departments of: Administrative Services, City Manager’s Office, Community Development, Community Services, Fire and Emergency Services, Police, Public Works, and Utilities.
The department, which also includes the Planning and Building Divisions, has a total of 22.
86 budgeted FTEs, 4.
43 of which report to the City Engineer.
Typical Duties Plans, coordinates, and oversees the daily operations and activities of the Engineering Division, including traffic/intelligent transportation system engineering, storm drainage engineering, water distribution engineering, and wastewater engineering Works closely with the Utilities Department to ensure development plans are consistent with all City utility requirements Prepares plan checks and conditions of approval for planning entitlement projects Attends all Planning Commission and City Council meeting; makes presentations and addresses questions Supervises and evaluates assigned professional, technical, and administrative personnel Manages employee concerns and problems, directs the work of staff, counsels employees, recommends disciplinary action, and completes effective and comprehensive employee performance evaluations Develops and implements immediate and long-range plans; establishes division goals and objectives Serves as a liaison between city officials, city departments, department personnel, local businesses, engineers, developers, the school board, home builders, contractors, utility companies, and other related agencies, boards, commissions, or groups regarding engineering issues Creates and maintains positive public relations with the general public; provides education on engineering issues Reviews and updates subdivision plans and regulations; technology plans, goals, and equipment needs; construction plans; and site development permits Assists in compiling and administering the department budget; conducts short and long-term departmental planning Interacts with the public and community groups in response to complex complaints, requests for information, and conflict resolution; develops and participates in activities and programs with community partners Prepares, reviews, and completes various reports, including City Council agenda reports and division-related documentation and correspondence Monitors changes in laws, regulations, and technology that may affect division operations; implements changes to policies and procedures as necessary Reviews, inspects, and monitors compliance with the City’s Municipal Code relating to division operational activities Attends meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions and reviews publications and materials to become and remain current on principles, practices, and new developments in the field of municipal engineering Develops and standardizes procedures and methods to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of division maintenance and operations programs, policies, and procedures Provides leadership and works effectively with staff and other stakeholders to cultivate a productive, collaborative, customer-service oriented work environment reflecting the City’s mission, plans, objectives, and values Performs other related duties as required Employment Standards & Special Requirements Knowledge of: Principles and practices of civil engineering, land surveying, subdividion map act, land use planning, low impact development, stormwater management, residential tract development, commercial development, traffic engineering, CEQA mitigation process, Mello-Roos tax districts, capital construction management, field maintenance operations, design and coordination, and program development and administration Proper and efficient administration of agreements, plans, specifications, and procedures associated with large and small City-wide projects Public agency budget development, administration, and accountability Management principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, evaluation, training, and supervision of staff Techniques for effectively representing the City in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations Principles and practices connected with contract negotiation, preparation, administration, and financial management Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City employees Ability to: Understand, interpret, explain and apply all policies, laws, regulations, codes, and ordinances applicable to public works construction projects Organize complex projects and perform digital plan checking Use Microsoft Office, AutoCad, PDF annotators, and land management databases at an advanced level.
Oversee and determine the scope of engineering projects; review and approve plans, subdivision maps, and blueprints; make technical engineering decisions, and establish technical criteria and standards Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; collaborate with a wide variety of departments and stakeholders Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including community leaders, public officials, City staff, and the general public Supervise, train, and evaluate staff Resolve complex land development issues, and recommend and implement revisions to codes and processes to improve services and reduce risk Assist in preparing and administering large and complex budgets while allocating resources in a cost-effective manner Interpret and apply civil engineering standards, requirements, and specifications Assist in the development and administration of department goals, objectives and procedures Represent the City’s interests in negotiations and other dealings on a variety of difficult, complex, sensitive and confidential issues Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of departmental goals Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.
A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with major course work in a related field, and seven years of increasingly responsible experience in a related field that includes a minimum of three years in a managerial role.
Additional experience as outlined above may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the educational requirement up to a maximum of two years.
Licenses and Certifications: Must possess a California Civil Engineer license, California class C driver license, and a satisfactory driving record.
Selection Procedure & Application Process To be considered for this exceptional career opportunity, please submit an employment application, resume, and cover letter describing your interest and how your skills and experience relate to the position.
This is a confidential recruitment and will be handled accordingly throughout the various stages of the process.
Candidates should be aware that references will not be contacted until mutual interest has been established.
Applications received by the filing date will be reviewed for accuracy, completeness, and job-related qualifications.
A limited number of persons whose applications clearly demonstrate they most closely meet the requirements may be invited to participate in the selection process, which may be any combination of written, oral, and/or performance exams.
All statements made in the application materials are subject to verification.
False statements will be cause for disqualification or discharge.
Appointment is subject to successfully passing a pre-employment physical, background check, and criminal history check.
Before starting work, applicants must present documentation of their identity, authorization to work in the United States, and a DMV driving record.
City of Paso Robles participates in E-Verify (more information can be found at www.
PRCity.
com/HR).
Following appointment, a twelve-month probationary period may be required as the final phase of the appointment process.
The email address you provide on the City application will be the primary means of communication the City will use to contact you regarding your application and this recruitment.
If you have questions regarding the application process, please contact Human Resources at (805) 227-7234, or by email at Jobs@PRCity.
com.
All persons employed by the City of Paso Robles are designated as "disaster service workers" as defined in the California Government Code section 3100 and 3101.
The City of Paso Robles provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract.