Public Works Supervising Engineer

About the Position The County of San Luis Obispo Public Works Department is offering a career opportunity for a Supervising Water Resources Engineer with flood control, watershed, and/or drainage management technical expertise, and related project development and management experience. The position includes leading and supervising engineers and technicians that implement the flood management program associated with the leveed portion of Arroyo Grande Creek, and, for other areas of the county as assigned, understanding flooding, drainage and water resource conditions; setting sustainability goals; identifying feasible solutions to meet those goals; and facilitating the initial implementation of those solutions. The Division is also tasked with developing and implementing regional water supply resiliency strategies and projects and facilitating an integrated approach to watershed and groundwater management. It also includes working with the Water Resources Division Manager and four other supervisors at a leadership level to ensure the Division is an effective partner in the achievement of sustainable water resources in all areas of the county. Click here to learn more about the Public Works Water Resources Division. Click hereto view the full job description for Engineer IV. The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will: A) Be service and action oriented; B) Understand the technical methodologies associated with hydrology and hydraulics data collection, modeling and analysis; C) Have experience with regional, watershed and community-scale integrated analysis, planning, and project development; and D) Understand the institutional, regulatory and financial considerations associated with successful program and project implementation. Leadership, collaboration and accountability are also essential competencies, as water management strategies require timely and transparent vetting, scoping, prioritization and implementation facilitation through coordination with multiple key partners, teammates and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will also have public speaking skills and conceptually understand software and hardware associated with hydrologic data collection, record keeping and computer modeling. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Examples of qualifying education and experience include: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field AND seven years of professional level public works, civil engineering, traffic engineering, or land surveying experience; or Possession of a valid California Certificate of Registration as a civil engineer, traffic engineer, land surveyor or other special licensure AND four years professional civil engineering, traffic engineering, or land surveying experience. How to Apply Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. To apply for this position, click "apply" at the top of this page. Most Countyrecruitmentsrequire you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application. An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews. Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process. If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at . Confidential inquiries are welcomed. For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at . For more information on the Public Works Department, Please visit our website at:Public Works-County of San Luis Obispo (ca.gov). Supplemental Information Licenses and Certificates Possession of a valid Certificate of Registration as a Civil Engineer or Land Surveyor issued by the California State Board of Registration is required at the time of application and must be maintained throughout employment. A valid driver license is required at the time of application. A valid CALIFORNIA driver license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.