Engineering Manager (Design)

Salary: $182,707.20 – $223,059.20 Annually

Location : Orange County Sanitation District, CA

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: 101

Department: Engineering

Division: Design

Opening Date: 05/26/2023

Closing Date: 6/23/2023 5:00 PM Pacific

Description

What do you value in your next job?

At the Orange County Sanitation District our Core Values form the framework of our organization and reinforce our professional work ethic. If the following values ring true with you, we’d love to invite you to explore our career opportunities further.

Integrity, Inclusion, Honesty, and Respect
We aspire to the highest degree of integrity, inclusion, honesty, and respect in our interaction with each other, our suppliers, our customers, and our community. We strive to demonstrate these values in our actions, commitments, and service.

Leadership, Teamwork, and Problem SolvingWe lead by example, acknowledging the value of our resources and using them wisely to achieve our mission. We strive to reach OC San goals through cooperative efforts and collaboration with each other and our constituencies. We work to solve problems in a creative, cost-effective, and safe manner, and we acknowledge team and individual efforts.

Customer Service, Transparency, and Accountability
We are committed to acting in a timely, accurate, accessible, and transparent manner through excellent customer service. We are committed to act in the best interest of our internal and external stakeholders.

Resiliency, Innovation, and LearningWe continuously develop ourselves, enhancing our talents, skills, and abilities. We recognize that only through personal growth and development will we progress as an agency and as individuals.

Safety
We are committed to providing a safe work environment. We will demonstrate leadership, promote individual accountability, and participate actively in the advancement of our health and safety practices.

OC San is currently looking to fill the role of an Engineering Manager (Design).

This position will function as an important member of OC San’s management team and will provide leadership, vision, and guidance to staff in accordance with OC San’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values.

The successful candidate will oversee OC San’s Design Division, which is responsible for oversight and execution of design work for the Engineering Department’s Capital Improvement program. The Design Division is also responsible for commissioning oversight and the design, programming, and maintenance of the control systems for collections and treatment plant processes.

Under administrative direction, the Engineering Manager will:

• Direct, manage, supervise, and coordinate the activities and operations of the Design Division;
• Determine engineering and technical objectives;
• Ensure regulatory compliance;
• Coordinate assigned activities with other units, groups, and outside agencies;
• Provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Director of Engineering;
• Serve as a knowledgeable resource;
• Facilitate consensus building and decision making;
• Take responsibility for ensuring project quality and customer satisfaction;
• Maintain engineering design and design execution standards and guidelines;
• Promote and maintain a safety culture and ensure a safe work environment for consultants, contractors and staff; and
• Provide technical expertise and guidance, while ensuring design quality, as necessary.

The Engineering Manager is also responsible for:

• Establishing and ensuring consistency with Engineering and OC San policies, procedures, and guidelines;
• Participating in recruitment processes and assessment/ development of staff;
• Providing support, training, and coaching for staff;
• Optimizing organizational structure by monitoring effectiveness of work and performance metrics, and recommends appropriate service and staffing levels;
• Overseeing the development and administration of the Division’s budget;
• Preparing and delivering presentations to the Board of Directors and external stakeholders;
• Working closely and collaboratively with the OC San Manager Team;
• Managing the oversight of technical items, which includes negotiating and resolving sensitive and controversial issues; and
• Continuous improvement of the Division and in project delivery methods.

The position requires strategic thinking, planning, staff motivation, and day-to-day management responsibilities; and is instrumental in developing and managing objectives and standards for planning, design, and construction for the Engineering Department Capital Improvement Program.

The successful candidate should have a thorough understanding of the principles and practices of the engineering profession, and how they apply to the design and construction of wastewater collection and treatment projects. The successful candidate should also have an understanding of the principles and practices of management, supervision, and performance evaluation; and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Qualifications & Requirements
The successful candidate will possess:

• Bachelor’s degree from a college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education, with major coursework in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• Eight (8) years of increasingly responsible work experience in engineering, including two (2) years of progressively more responsible experience as project or technical lead or supervisory experience.
• Valid California Class C Driver’s License.
• Valid registration as a professional engineer (P.E.) in the State of California.

Desired:
A Master’s degree is highly desirable.
Recruitment & Selection Process
Vacancies: 1
(an eligible list may be established for future vacancies)

Apply online at: www.ocsan.gov/jobsAPPLICATION FILING DEADLINE: Friday, June 23, 2023 by 5:00 P.M.(or until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received)

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION
The annual salary range for this position is $182,707.20 – $201,884.80 . Placement within this range will be dependent upon the qualifications of the successful candidate and OC San policies.

Benefits include: holiday pay, medical, dental, vision and life insurance; long-term and short-term disability insurance; and employee assistance program. Additionally, the benefit package shall include deferred compensation options and disability insurance benefits.

All employees contribute to the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS). Contributions are based on an OCERS actuarially determined rate structure and age at time of employment; contributions are deducted on a pre-tax basis. The retirement benefit formula is 2.5% at age 67; however, employees with reciprocity may be eligible for the 2.43% at age 65 retirement formula (also known as “1.667% @ 57.5”).

For an overview of OC San’s benefits, please visit:
https://www.ocsan.gov/about-us/jobs/employee-benefits
Supplemental Information
Physical Demands
Mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and visit various OC San sites, projects, and/or meetings; primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required; occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information; ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 35 pounds. Mobility to work in changing site conditions; to sit, stand, and walk on level, uneven, or slippery surfaces; to reach, twist, turn, kneel, and bend, to climb and descend ladders. Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen. Vision to inspect site conditions and work in progress. Hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Finger dexterity to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Field work requiring frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards with exposure to hazardous materials in some site locations.

Environmental Elements
Office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. May work in the field and occasionally be exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, and vibration. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

Disaster Service Workers
All OC San employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the OC San requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

Other Requirements
Probationary Period: All OC San employees, except classifications considered “at-will”, are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, policies, and/or resolutions. Employees who have not yet successfully completed their initial probationary period serve “at-will” and may be released from employment without cause or recourse to any appeal or grievance procedures. Pre-Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of OC San’s pre-employment process, which includes a background investigation, a physical examination, and a drug screen. Work Location Assignment: Employees will be assigned to a work location based on business needs which may be located at any/all of OC San locations; this work location may be changed at any time.

Other Information
For the full range of duties, responsibilities, and essential job functions please review the Classification Specification for this position found on

Applicants must clearly demonstrate, through their application materials, that they meet the minimum requirements as outlined in the job announcement and class specification to receive further consideration. However, meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an interview. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process.

False statements may be cause for disqualification, removal from the eligible list, or discharge from employment. All statements made on applications are subject to investigation and verification.

To ensure your application is accurate and complete, please review the

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of OC San’s pre-employment process, which includes a background investigation and a physical examination. For some positions, this may include a drug screen. False statements may be cause for disqualification, removal from the eligible list, or discharge from employment. All statements made on applications are subject to investigation and verification.

Reference Checks will be conducted by OC San to verify employment related information for all potential employees once a contingent job offer is made during the background investigation process. This is done to ensure that individuals who join OC San are well qualified and have a strong potential to be successful in their employment. The extent of the inquiry will depend on the position being applied for, but will at least include:

• Verification/Reference from current and past employers
• Confirmation of necessary licenses, certificates, and degrees.

Please have all necessary documentation ready. Additional inquiries may be necessary depending on the position for which you are applying. Human Resources will also schedule a post-offer physical examination once a job offer has been made.

OC San only accepts applications submitted via our online application system. Applications submitted via mail, fax or email will not be accepted.

The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

Vacation leave; eleven paid holidays and one floating holiday; sick leave; administrative leave; group life insurance; group and executive disability insurance; group health insurance (employee contribution is required), dependent coverage available, including medical, dental, and vision; a retirement* plan (Orange County Employees Retirement System) and the option of participating in a deferred compensation plan as well as other optional benefits. A credit union is available. Benefits are subject to the Board of Directors’ periodic determination (usually annually), and are therefore subject to change. The District makes a generous contribution toward the cost of these benefits.

* New employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 will be subject to the retirement benefit formula and provisions set forth by the California Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA).

For more information on benefits, visit our website at

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PLEASE READ. The information provided on the Supplemental Questions will be used in conjunction with your job application to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements. Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in your application being rejected. Do not submit a resume in place of completing these Supplemental Questions. Education obtained outside the United States must be comparable to education earned at an accredited school in the United States. We reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript. Any information you submit may be verified.When applying for this position, I understand that I must thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections of my application and the Supplemental Questions. This includes a detailed description of each position that I feel qualifies me for the job I am seeking. I have read the above statement and understand that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected. I also understand that I may not submit a resume in lieu of filling out the job application or answering the Supplemental Questions. However, I may attach a resume to the application to provide additional information.

• Yes, I understand.

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Do you have a Bachelor’s degree from a college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education, with major coursework in engineering, construction management, or a related field.? (NOTE: If you answered yes, include all pertinent details in the education section of your job application).

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a Master’s degree? (NOTE: If you answered yes, include all pertinent details in the education section of your job application).

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a minimum of eight (8) years of increasingly responsible work experience in engineering, including two (2) years of progressively more responsible experience as project or technical lead or supervisory experience.

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess a current, valid Professional Engineering (PE) registration from the State of California?

• Yes
• No

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Briefly describe your engineering experience as it relates to this position. Include the name of the employer with the type of duties performed. If none, write “N/A”.

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Briefly describe your supervisory experience. Be specific about your role, the duties you performed, the name of your employer, and the number of employees supervised. If none, write “N/A”.

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Briefly describe your experience managing and technically leading projects through design and construction. Be specific about your role, the duties you performed, type of project, and the name of the employer. If you do not have experience in this area, type N/A.

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Briefly describe your areas of expertise executing projects in design and construction. If you do not have experience in this area, type N/A.

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Do you currently possess a valid California Class “C” driver’s license?

• Yes
• No

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All OC San employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the OC San requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. Click on the radio button below to acknowledge you understand these requirements.

• Yes, I understand.

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