Performs basic design work for public works, roads, flood control, or other civil engineering facilities, including the preparation of design calculations and engineering drawings, plans, and maps. Makes and checks field and office computations for design, construction, and survey work; and estimates quantities and costs for the planning, design, and construction of public works facilities. Analyzes or supervises the analysis of construction materials; investigates engineering problems or specialized aspects of engineering problems; and writes reports and makes recommendations on how to solve engineering problems. Acts as resident engineer on County public works projects or as assistant resident engineer on federally funded projects to ensure conformance to plans and specifications. Employment Standards To be considered for this position, applicants must demonstrate how they meet employment standards. Possession of a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering OR certification as an Engineer-in-Training. Additional Qualifications: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s License. Knowledge of: basic principles and practices of civil engineering; principles and practices of surveying; the fundamentals of engineering construction techniques; and the properties and uses of engineering construction materials. Ability to: make accurate engineering calculations; prepare clear and concise written notes and reports; communicate technical information to persons without technical training; apply professional principles, standards, and legal requirements to solve engineering problems and make recommendations; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, contractors, and the public. Supplemental Information If you don't have certification as an Engineer-in-Training, contact the Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists directly on how to obtain one:Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists 2535 Capitol Oaks Drive, Suite 300 Sacramento, CA 95833-2944 Toll Free Number: 1-866-780-5370 (no charge to the calling party)SELECTION PROCESS: Review applications and supplemental questionnaire to determine those applicants who meet the employment standards. Supplemental Questionnaire Ranking. Responses to the required supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and scored. Candidates' final score and rank on the employment list will be determined by their responses to the supplemental questionnaire. This process may be eliminated if there are fewer than 11 qualified candidates. Candidates must receive a percentage score of at least 70 on the supplemental questionnaire ranking assessment to be placed on an employment list. An adjustment may be made to raw scores based on factors listed in Civil Service Rule VI. Those candidates who are successful in the selection process will have their names placed on the employment list for a minimum of three months. At the time the employment list is established, all candidates will receive an email notice of their score on the exam(s), rank on the employment list, and exact duration of the employment list. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS - The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting. We require verification of needed accommodation from a professional source, such as a Medical Provider or a learning institution. Veteran's Preference Points: Veteran’s preference credit is applicable for this recruitment (5 points for veterans, 10 points for disabled veterans). To be eligible for this credit, you must be applying for this position within five years from your most recent date of: (1) honorable discharge from active military service; or, (2) discharge from a military or veterans’ hospital where treatment and confinement were for a disability incurred during active military service; or, (3) completion of education or training funded by a Federal Educational Assistance Act. No time limit exists for veterans with 30% or more disability. To receive veteran’s preference points, you must: (1) check the Veteran’s Preference Points box on the employment application form, (2) submit a copy of your Form DD 214 to the Human Resources Department when you complete your application, and (3) pass all phases of the examination process. The preference points will be added to your final test score. Conditional Job Offer: Once a conditional offer of employment has been made, candidate will be required to successfully complete a background check, which includes a conviction history check, and satisfactory reference checks. Appointee will be subject to a post-offer medical evaluation or examination. The appointee must satisfactorily complete a one-year probationary period. Recruiters will correspond with applicants by e-mail during each step in the recruitment process. Applicants are reminded to check spam filters continuously during the Recruitment & Selection Process steps listed above to ensure they do not miss required deadlines. Disaster Service Worker: Pursuant to Governmental code section 3100, all employees with the County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service. Activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement. The County of Santa Barbara provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any type with regard to any characteristic or status protected by any federal law, state law, or Santa Barbara County ordinance. The County continues to be committed to a merit-based selection process and to eliminating barriers to attracting and retaining top qualified candidates. The County has a long-standing practice of providing a work environment that respects the dignity of individual employees and values their contributions to our organization. APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE: Monday, June 15, 2026 at 4:59 p.m. PST; postmarks not accepted. Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at Collin Graham, Recruiter: cgraham@countyofsb.org