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City of Spokane

Associate Engineer

SALARY

$65,897.28 - $86,088.24 Annually

LOCATION

City of Spokane, WA

JOB TYPE

Full-Time

JOB NUMBER

232-04-2014

DEPARTMENT

City of Spokane

OPENING DATE

05/12/2015

SALARY

$65,897.28 - $86,088.24 Annually

LOCATION

City of Spokane, WA

JOB TYPE

Full-Time

JOB NUMBER

232-04-2014

DEPARTMENT

City of Spokane

OPENING DATE

05/12/2015

Description


Independently evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria in the development, investigation, and construction of Public Works projects.

Examples of Work


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.

Minimum Qualifications


Open Entry (Must be met at time of application.)

  • Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in Civil Engineering; or possession of a recognized Engineer in Training Certificate.
  • Experience: Four years of Civil Engineering experience.
  • Substitutions: A master's degree in Engineering may substitute for one year of experience.
  • 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.

Licences and Certifications (Applies to all applicants.)
  • Possession of a valid driver's license or equivalent mobility.

Procedural Note: Recruiting for Engineers, other than Civil Engineers, will be conducted as needed.

Examination Details


Applicants must pass the examination for this classification to be eligible for hire by the City of Spokane. This exam will consist of a training and experience evaluation, weighted at 100%.

We are recruiting for this job classification until further notice. You must complete both the online application and the T&E Evaluation form in order to be eligible for hiring by the City of Spokane:

• Download the T&E form at the following link: Associate Engineer SPN 232

• Complete instructions to return the T&E form are included within the form.

Upon request, at time of application, the City 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.

Employer
City of Spokane
Phone
509.625.6160
Website
http://my.spokanecity.org
Address
808 W. Spokane Falls Blvd.
City Hall, 4th Floor
Spokane, Washington, 99201
Employer
City of Spokane
Phone
509.625.6160
Website
http://my.spokanecity.org
Address
808 W. Spokane Falls Blvd.
City Hall, 4th Floor
Spokane, Washington, 99201
Associate Engineer Supplemental Questionnaire
* QUESTION 1
In order to be eligible for hire by the City of Spokane in this job classification, you must complete and return the Training and Experience Evaluation form before the closing date and time of the recruitment.

Download the T&E form at the following link: Associate Engineer T&E

Complete details to return the T&E form are included within the form.

* Required Question