Associate Engineer

CLASS SUMMARY Independently evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria in the development, investigation, and construction of Public Works projects and systems.
EXAMPLES OF JOB FUNCTIONS May perform planning, design, construction management and/or operations functions of public works projects within their respective department.
Performs work for various Public Works projects involving conventional types of plans, investigations, surveys, structures, or equipment with relatively few complex features for which there are precedents.
Prepares specifications and cost estimates for various Public Works and Utilities projects.
Conducts professional engineering studies relating to present activities and future projects.
Collects and analyzes data and confers with supervisors regarding the feasibility of design.
Prepares reports and makes recommendations relating to the conduct of engineering activities or to the acceptance of contracts and bids received for proposed projects.
May be required to work in the field on particularly complex construction projects or during emergencies.
Operates an automobile, drafting equipment, personal computer, reprographic equipment, and calculator.
Researches new methods, products and materials related to public works projects.
Evaluates and reviews the appropriateness of implementing new methods, products and materials in City projects.
Makes recommendations to other departments.
Performs related work as required.
HYDRAULIC AND HYDROLOGIC ANALYSIS (designated positions) Performs analysis of combined and separated sewer systems, and water systems.
Develops and calibrates the analysis procedures for both hydrologic/hydraulic investigation to determine sizing of conveyance pipes, tanks, and combined sewer overflow facilities.
Develops and documents water and wastewater flow projections to assess future facility needs.
Performs related work as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Open Entry Requirements: Education: A bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university.
Experience: Four years of professional-level experience in civil engineering.
Substitutions: A master’s degree in engineering may substitute for one year of experience.
Possession of a recognized Engineer in Training Certificate may substitute for the education requirement.
License: Possession of a valid driver's license or equivalent mobility.
Note: Open-entry applicants will also qualify by providing proof of approval by the Washington State Department of Licensing to take the Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) exam in a Civil Engineering discipline.
Procedural Note: Recruiting for Engineers, other than Civil Engineers, will be conducted as needed.
EXAMINATION DETAILS Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and pass the examination for this position to be eligible for hire.
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.
All applicants must complete and submit a City of Spokane employment application online by 4:00 p.
m.
on the filing cut-off date.
Upon request, at time of application, City of Spokane will provide alternative accessible tests to individuals with disabilities that impair manual, sensory or speaking skills needed to take the test, unless the test is intended to measure those skills.
The examination will consist of a multiple-choice test, with weights assigned as follows: Training and Experience Test 100% TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION DETAILS Copies of your college or university transcripts (unofficial transcripts are accepted) may be a required part of this application and will be used to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications, as posted on the job announcement.
Responses to your T&E questions should be consistent with the information given in your application details.
Answers are subject to verification.
Failure to complete all the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score; therefore, it is advantageous for you to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question.
Resumes or questionnaires uploaded as attachments will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question online.
"See Resume" or "See above," etc.
, and copy/paste from a previous answer are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.
TIP: It may be more efficient to develop your responses in a word processing document and then paste them into the online questionnaire to be submitted.
EXAMINATION DETAILS: This is an online examination and will require a computer.
If you do not have access to a computer, please notify Civil Service so that one may be provided.
The Training and Experience examination with instructions will be emailed out via a link from City of Spokane (info@governmentjobs.
com) upon review of the applicant's minimum qualifications.
Once you receive the link, the testing window is Thursday, 12:00 AM to the following Tuesday at 11:59 PM.
NOTE: You may begin the exam at any time during the test period; however, once you begin, you will have 2 hours to complete the examination.
You may take the exam only once during the open recruitment period.
Additional examinations shall be administered as applications are received with results merged into one eligible list according to final ratings, pursuant to the Merit System Rules of the Civil Service Commission: Rule IV, Section 13 – Continuous Examinations.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity within our organization.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status, genetic information, veteran/military status or disability status.
As a Fair Chance employer, City of Spokane does not conduct initial background screening for non-public safety positions.
INSURANCE BENEFITSEligibility: Coverage begins for new hires and their dependents on the first day of the month following 30 consecutive days of employment.
Eligible Dependents: Spouse or Domestic Partner, birth, adopted children or children placed for adoption, Domestic Partner's children, step-children who live with employee, and any child for whom employee is legal guardian or for whom coverage is required by a Qualified Medical Support Order.
Adult children under age 26 are eligible.
MedicalQualified employees may select from two health carrier options; a Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) administered by Kaiser Permanente or a Preferred Provider Option (PPO) administered by Premera Blue Cross.
The monthly premium varies dependent upon plan and coverage level selected.
VisionVision coverage is included in the medical plan selected.
Costs for eye exams and hardware; lenses, frames or contacts varies depending on the medical plan selected.
DentalDental insurance is provided by Delta Dental of Washington.
The monthly premium is minimal for employee and eligible dependents.
Life Insurance - Employee OnlyBasic Term Life Insurance is provided at one-and-a-half times the employee's annual base salary to a maximum of $150,000.
The City pays the monthly premium in full.
Life Insurance - Eligible Dependent(s)Basic Term Life Insurance is provided at $7,500 for spouse/domestic partner and $3,000 for each child.
The City pays the monthly premium in full.
Long-Term Disability InsuranceLong-Term Disability Insurance is provided by The Standard.
The City pays the monthly premium in full.
Flexible Spending AccountThe City offers two optional Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA.
The Health Care FSA allows an employee to use pre-tax dollars to receive reimbursement for eligible medical, dental, and vision expenses.
The Dependent Care FSA allows an employee to receive reimbursement for eligible daycare expenses for dependent children up to age 13 and other eligible dependents as defined by IRS Code.
AFLACSupplemental insurance is optional and is provided by AFLAC to help pay benefits that major medical insurance does not cover.
The employee pays 100% of the monthly premium.
AudioNet Hearing Aid BenefitAudioNet Hearing Aid Benefit is optional.
The City of Spokane has partnered with AudioNet America to offer a discounted Hearing Aid Program with fixed out-of-pocket costs.
LegalShield/ID ShieldPrepaid legal services and/or prepaid identity theft programs are optional.
These programs pay for a limited number of documents to be reviewed, limited trial defense representation, the preparation of a standard will, identity theft consultation, restoration and monitoring according to terms of contract.
Pet InsuranceGet cash back on the everyday care your pet needs to stay healthy! Nationwide/Voluntary Pet Insurance is an optional plan in which City of Spokane Employees can enroll.
Voluntary Term Life Insurance Voluntary Term Life Insurance is optional and is provided through The Standard Insurance Company and is subject to application review and approval.
Additional coverage up to $300,000 is available for employees and their spouse/domestic partner.
Dependent children can be insured for up to $10,000 each.
The employee pays 100% of the monthly premium.
Continued Medical/Dental InsuranceEmployees separating from City service have the option to continue medical and/or dental insurance benefits in accordance with the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA).
The employee pays 100% of the monthly premium in addition to a small monthly administrative fee.
RETIREMENT BENEFITS Spokane Employees' Retirement System The Spokane Employees' Retirement System (SERS) is a defined benefit pension plan covering non-uniformed employees whose positions are classified under the Civil Service Merit System.
As a participant you contribute 10.
25% of your salary toward your retirement.
Contributions and earnings are tax deferred.
The City also contributes 10.
25% of your salary toward your retirement.
Employees hired on or after January 1, 2015 become vested (eligible for a monthly benefit at retirement age) at seven years of service.
Deferred CompensationEnrollment in the City-sponsored 457 Deferred Compensation Plan administered by MissionSquare Retirement allows participants, on a voluntary basis, to defer a portion of their salary on a before or after tax basis.
Contributions and associated earnings contributed on a before tax basis are eligible to receive City matching contributions and are tax deferred (not taxed until taken out).
You can also choose to participate in the 457 Roth (after tax) contribution option.
You may enroll in the 457 plan or change your contribution at any time.
Minimum contribution is $15 per paycheck up to and is subject to the IRS annual limitations.
The City will match employee contributions up to $150/month.
PAID TIME OFF Official HolidaysThe City observes seven official holidays as paid.
An official holiday that falls on a Saturday will be observed on the preceding Friday.
An official holiday that falls on a Sunday will be observed on the Monday immediately following.
The City observes Martin Luther King Jr's birthday but has not declared that day as an official holiday.
For this reason, employees hired before the third Monday of January receive an additional eight hours of floating holiday time to be used in accordance with Spokane Managerial and Professional Association Collective Bargaining Agreement provisions.
Floating Holidays48 hours of Floating Holidays to be used as of January 1st.
Floating holiday hours may not be carried over into the next year and any unused hours will not be paid at termination.
Vacation LeaveEmployees earn paid vacation hours each pay period.
The number of hours earned depends upon the employee's length of employment and the number of hours in a pay status.
Vacation accrual ranges from 12 days per year for a new employee to 20 days per year after 11 years of employment.
Unused vacation hours carry over each year but are subject to maximum accrual amounts in accordance with Spokane Managerial and Professional Association Collective Bargaining Agreement provisions.
Sick LeaveSick leave accrues at a rate of six (6) hours per biweekly pay period.
Employees must be in paid status for 80% of that pay period to accrue sick leave.
Unused sick leave hours carry over each year.
Other LeavesThe City also provides several other paid and unpaid leaves, such as: bereavement leave, Family and Medical Leave, maternity leave, jury duty, and military duty leave.
WORK/LIFE PROGRAMS Employee Assistance Program The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a referral and counseling service administered by Deer Oaks.
It provides a myriad of services to employees and their household members.
Services include receiving confidential assistance for personal issues, such as managing stress, depression, parenting, alcohol/drugs, grief, etc.
Each household member is eligible to receive up to eight counseling sessions per issue per year at no charge.
There is also a benefit relating financial or legal concerns in addition to Worklife/Convenience services and online tools.
Employer Sponsored Bus Pass (ESBP) ProgramThe City of Spokane encourages employees to use alternatives to driving alone to work and participates in the ESBP Program offered by Spokane Transit Authority (STA).
The program provides a bus pass for unlimited rides free of charge.
Revised March 15, 2022