Civil Engineer - Environmental

Protecting the Individual, the Public, and the Environment

The Department of Resource Management is a comprehensive agency comprised of the Environmental Health Services, Building and Safety, Planning Services, Public Works, Parks and Administrative Services Divisions and Delta Water Activities. The department provides for the well-being of Solano County's present and future residents and the public at-large through administration and implementation of Federal, State, and Local laws and policies pertaining to environmental health, building construction, land use planning, transportation and recreation.

The Environmental Health Services Division is responsible for protecting public health and the environment by implementing environmental health programs in three broad areas:

• The Consumer Protection Program which provides assistance for consumer-oriented facilities such as those related to retail food or recreational health programs.
• The Technical Services Program which ensures proper liquid and solid waste disposal, land uses, and water supply. 
• The Hazardous Materials Program which helps businesses meet hazardous materials storage and disposal requirements and fuel tank operation.

To learn more about the Department of Resource Management, please visit:
http://www.solanocounty.com/depts/rm/default.asp

The Civil Engineer-Environmental is a fully qualified professional position, performing specialized engineering duties that relate to protection of public health and the environment. In this position you would be responsible for conducting and reviewing difficult and complex plan reviews, inspections, and hydrological studies; and for preparing and reviewing reports, specifications, technical documents, and plans relating to soil, water, hydrology, land uses, and disposal of solid and liquid wastes, typically for rural unincorporated areas. This may involve review of complex septic systems, stability studies at landfills, and evaluation of soil and water resources and supplies, among other duties. The position acts as a liaison and consults with other agencies and groups in the performance of duties.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Experience:   Three years of environmental or civil engineering experience with an emphasis on hazardous substances and water quality; at least one year of which should be at a level comparable to Entry Level Civil Engineer.  

Education/Training:   Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Civil or Environmental Engineering is required.

Licenses:  Possession of a valid license as a Registered Civil Engineer or a Professional Engineer in the State of California by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers is required.

Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Class C California driver’s license may be required.

Solano County offers a cafeteria-style medical package with health benefits, offered through CalPERS. The County contribution for family coverage is $1586.60 per month for 2021. The County offers a cash back provision for those who choose employee-only or who waive medical insurance coverage. The County may offer a supplemental contribution for employees enrolled in Employee plus Two or More coverage.

Dental and vision insurances for the employee and eligible dependents are paid 100% by the County.   

Solano County participates in CalPERS retirement and contributes to Social Security.  

The County observes 12 full day fixed and 2 half day fixed paid holidays per year. Additionally, employees in this bargaining unit receive 2 floating paid holiday(s) per year.     

Vacation is accrued at approximately 10 days per year for the first 3 years.

Sick leave accrues at approximately 12 days per year.

Employees are eligible to receive an additional 2.5% longevity pay, per level, after the completion of continuous service at 10, 20, 25, 30 and 35 years.

08/30/2021 – 5:00pm Deadline to submit application and required documents for next application review.

09/14/2021 – 5:00pm Deadline to submit application and required documents for next application review.

Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process, unless otherwise announced.

All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted.  These provisions are subject to change.

RETIREES - Solano County invites all qualified candidates to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.

OUR COMMUNITY

Solano County is the ideal place to live, learn, work and play…  The America's Promise Alliance has named Solano County as one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People for six straight years—the only California community with that distinction. 

• Live – Solano County as well as cities within the County have ranked in the top 15 hottest markets across the country and within the Bay Area due to prime location and affordability.
• Learn – Higher education abounds! Within the County, education choices include: Solano Community College, CSU Maritime Academy, Brandman University, and Touro University. Bordering our County is the renowned University of California Davis.
• Work – The blend of agriculture, corporate business and pleasant lifestyle enhance the attraction of Solano County. Blessed with a thriving agricultural economy, the county is also home to biotechnology and other growth industries.
• Play - Situated midway between San Francisco and Sacramento—the State capitol, Solano County is home to rolling hillsides, waterfronts and fertile farmland. County residents can enjoy day trips to the San Francisco Bay area, Lake Tahoe region and the Napa and Sonoma Valleys.

County Population (2019): 447,643

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

SOLANO COUNTY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER