ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER

Salary : $113,652.00 - $145,068.00 Annually

Location : Los Angeles County, CA

Job Type : Full time

Job Number : C3433L

Department : PUBLIC WORKS

Opening Date : 05 / 27 / 2025

Position / Program Information

EXAM NUMBER

C3433L

FILING PERIOD :

We will begin accepting applications on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at 8 : 00 a.m. Pacific Time (PT) - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT : We welcome applications from anyone.

With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County has the largest population of any county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, with more than 37 diverse departments and over 2,300 different job descriptions, the County offers a lifetime of opportunities and careers.

We are Los Angeles County Public Works, the largest municipal Public Works agency in the nation. With more than 4,000 employees, Public Works offers over 500 different types of career opportunities that promote professional and personal growth as well as a rewarding and exciting work environment.

Don't miss an opportunity to join our team!

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE MUST BE FULLY MET AT THE TIME OF FILING.

Essential Job Functions

An Associate Civil Engineer is responsible for performing a combination of the following essential job functions :

• Applies the principles and practices of civil engineering including the methods and materials used in the design and construction of varied civil engineering projects, budget preparation, principles and techniques of personnel management and supervision.
• Laws and regulations pertaining to public works construction and design.
• Plans, coordinates, and oversees engineering activities, programs, or projects, and reviews and evaluates progress and results for technical quality and for conformity to established standards.
• Keeps management informed throughout the project span.
• Organizes and expresses information in comprehensive reports and may be required to organize and express conclusions in the form of oral presentations.
• Participates in engineering research work involving investigation of specific problems and the development of new engineering methods, procedures, and systems.
• Analyzes and prepares contracts and specifications for major engineering projects.
• Serves as resident engineer during the construction of bridges and other projects, assigning and evaluating the work of subordinates and recommending changes in plans and procedures as necessary.
• Designs public works projects or supervises as project engineer or squad leader, the preparation of plans and specifications for such engineering projects as buildings, small dams and debris basins, flood control channels, traffic signals, roads, highways, or sewer systems.
• Reviews plans submitted by outside engineers for conformity to code and for structural integrity.
• Determines sewer and sanitary design requirements for new subdivisions.
• Assists in the supervision of waterworks improvements and design, the coordination of long-range planning projects and state and federal aid programs, the inspection of construction materials, the development of sewer master plans, the planning of pollution control projects or research into such problems, or the review and analysis of subdivision and parcel maps, as needed.
• Supervise the engineering work involved in ground water research, road maintenance, design, water or material quality testing, the establishment of lighting districts, the operation and maintenance of pumping plants, dams and other flood control facilities, water conservation or erosion control studies, or in the investigation and approval of various construction-related permits, as needed.
• Assists in the supervision of a section engaged in the analysis of boundary, centerline, and section line surveys, coordinating activities with other divisions and outside agencies, as needed.

Requirements

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS :

A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited engineering college or university.

LICENSE :

A valid California State Certificate of Registration as a Civil Engineer.

A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

PHYSICAL CLASS :

Physical Class II - Light : Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION :

Applications from persons with degrees from foreign universities will be accepted ONLY if evaluated by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by Services or

If you are unable to attach required documents, you must e-mail them to within five (5) business days from application filing. Please include your name, exam number, and exam title in the email. We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.

Additional Information

EXAMINATION CONTENT :

This examination will consist of two (2) parts.

Part I : Multiple-choice and / or simulation assessments, weighted 50%, assessing :

MULTIPLE-CHOICE AND / OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.

Part II : An Evaluation of Training and Experience, weighted 50%, assessing :

Candidates must meet the Minimum Requirements and achieve a combined passing score of 70% or higher on Part I and II of the examination in order to be placed on the Eligible Register.

NO PERSON MAY COMPETE FOR THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS.

TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS : If you have taken identical components recently for other exams, your responses may be automatically transferred to this examination. This exam contains test components that might be used on future exams, and your responses could be transferred to that exam.

TEST PREPARATION : We provide study guides and other test preparation resources to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides may help in preparing for the test, we recommend reviewing all related materials that seem necessary.

TESTING ACCOMMODATION :

If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, please email You will be required to provide supporting documentation from a qualified professional justifying the requested accommodation(s). The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process.

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION : Your score will be valid for twelve months from the date of your assessment results notice.

Applications will be processed and promulgated to the list of eligible register accordingly.

SPECIAL INFORMATION : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction historyunless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).

VACANCY INFORMATION :

The list of successful candidates created from this exam will be used to fill vacancies throughout Los Angeles County Public Works as they occur.

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.

Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.

IMPORTANT NOTES :

We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.

We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER : Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.

COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES : For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.

NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.

ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI) :

The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

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CONTACT INFORMATION

Department Contact Name : Annette Weaver

Department Contact Phone : (626) 458-2141

Department Contact Fax : (626) 979-5440

Department Contact Email :

ADA Coordinator Phone : (626) 458-2141

Teletype Phone : (626) 282-7829

California Relay Services : (800) 735-2922

COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Employment Information

Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.

This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.

Equal Employment Opportunity / Non-Discrimination Statement :

The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit :

Testing Accommodations for Applicants :

The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit :

Fair Chance :

The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).

Employment Eligibility :

Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.

Career PathFinder :

Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at

Veteran's Credit :

Pursuant to the County Charter and County policy, in all open competitive examinations (i.e., examinations open to everyone), the County of Los Angeles will add a credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examination to the final passing score of an honorably discharged veteran, as well as the spouse of a deceased or disabled veteran, who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under specific conditions.

For more information on veteran's credit, please visit :

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All-important notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. DO NOT select "off" under Email Preferences within your profile or click "unsubscribe" on our notices if you would like the County of Los Angeles to notify you regarding your application status, test schedules, and other important information pertaining to your candidacy for this position.Please add AWeaver@dpw.lacounty.gov, info@governmentjobs.com, talentcentral@shl.com, noreply@proctoru.com, and donot-reply@amcatmail.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam / junk / clutter mail.It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test compensation or rescheduling of an exam component.

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The information you provide on this supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the examination process. CHECK YOUR ANSWER CAREFULLY. Any mistakes you make and / or any incomplete responses you provide in completing these questions will be used to disqualify your application even if you possess the qualifying experience or education. Be as specific as possible and include all information requested. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. All information is subject to verification at any time in the examination and hiring process. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal.

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Do you have a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited engineering college or university?

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Do you have a valid California State Certificate of Registration as a Civil Engineer?

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If you answered "Yes" to Question #4, please provide the following License Details : NAME : LICENSE NUMBER : LICENSE TYPE : ISSUED DATE : EXPIRATION DATE : ADDRESS :

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In order to receive credit for any education or training you indicated, you must include a legible copy of the certificate, diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which clearly states your completion within five (5) business days from application submission to AWeaver@dpw.lacounty.gov. A printout from the State of California Consumer Affairs website is acceptable.

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Associate Civil Engineer Evaluation of Training and Experience (T&E)

General Information : Questions 8 to 17 of the Supplemental Questionnaire pertain to the Training & Experience (T&E) Questionnaire. The T&E is a self-assessment. You will respond to questions about your training and experience related to having acquired the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the Associate Civil Engineer position. All information that you provide is subject to verification. The assessment will evaluate your competencies in the following areas :

Exam Weight

Only candidates who achieve a combined passing score of 70% or higher on Part I and Part II of the exam will be placed on the Eligible Register. The Evaluation of Training and Experience will be weighted at 50% of your exam score.

Instructions for Completion

Carefully read the official County job bulletin for this examination.

You will receive points for each question based on the response(s) you provide. You will receive zero points for any question on which you : a) do not provide a response, b) do not provide a description of your training and / or experience, when prompted, or c) do not attach supporting documentation where requested. If you do not have experience related to a question, please type "NA" in the comment box.

Certification Statement

By completing the following, I hereby attest that all information I have provided in this T&E Questionnaire is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I acknowledge that Human Resources staff may contact my employers to verify the information that I have provided. I understand that any misrepresentations, falsifications, or omissions of material facts violates Civil Service Rules and may subject me to actions including removal from this examination.

Furthermore, I certify that I will not disclose the questions used in this examination to any candidate nor will I provide any information to anyone concerning anything related to the questions posed to me other than concerned parties in an official protest or appeal. I understand that violation of this agreement can result in my disqualification from this examination as provided by Civil Service Rules.

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8.How many total months of work experience do you possess assisting in the design and / or implementation of engineering activities and / or projects in the below areas?

Note : Credit will only be given to work experience and not for schoolwork.

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9.In order to receive credit for the previous question, please describe the duties you performed assisting in the design and / or implementation of engineering activities and / or projects. You must also indicate which engineering area(s) your experience was in (e.g., structural, geotechnical). Also include your employer, position title, immediate supervisor name(s) and contact information, and dates of employment (month / year). If you have no experience, then indicate "N / A." Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Failure to provide the requested information may result in no or partial credit.

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10.Please select all types of technical presentations you have work experience giving (Select all that apply).

Note : Credit will only be given to work experience and not for schoolwork.

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11.In order to receive credit for the previous question, please describe in detail the tasks you performed when giving technical presentations. Also include your employer, position title, immediate supervisor name(s) and contact information, and dates of employment (month / year). If you have no experience, then indicate "N / A." Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Failure to provide the requested information may result in no or partial credit.

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12.Indicate which of the following software applications and / or database management systems you have work experience using (Select all that apply).

Note : Credit will only be given to work experience and not for schoolwork.

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13.In order to receive credit for the previous question, please describe the duties you performed using the software applications and / or database management systems indicated above. Also include your employer, position title, immediate supervisor name(s) and contact information, and dates of employment (month / year). If you have no experience, then indicate "N / A." Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Failure to provide the requested information may result in no or partial credit.

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14.Indicate all certifications and / or licenses you possess in preparation for Associate Civil Engineer (Select all that apply).

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15.In order to receive credit for the previous question, please attach a copy of your certificate(s) and / or license(s) to your application. If you do not possess any certificates or licenses listed above, then indicate "N / A." Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Failure to provide the requested information may result in no or partial credit.

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16.Indicate the highest advanced degree you possess from the list below.

Note : Examples related to engineering fields include but are not limited to :

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17.In order to receive credit for the previous question, please attach a copy of your diploma and / or official transcripts to your application. If you do not possess an advanced degree, then indicate "N / A." Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Failure to provide the requested information may result in no or partial credit.

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