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Job Description
The Job
Land Use Services is seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Building and Safety Engineers I/II.* Under general direction, the Building and Safety Engineers review and evaluates building construction plans and related documents to ensure compliance with applicable California Building Standards Codes, County ordinances, and other state and local regulations.
This position plays a critical role in safeguarding public health and safety by ensuring that new construction, tenant improvements, and structural modifications meet current building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, energy, and accessibility standards.
Key responsibilities may include:- Review and analyze building plans, structural calculations, specifications, and related documents for residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
- Ensure compliance with the California Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Green Building, Energy Codes, as well as San Bernardino County ordinances and policies.
- Provide technical guidance to architects, engineers, contractors, and property owners regarding plan requirements and corrections.
- Prepare reports, correspondence, and technical recommendations as required.
*Official Job Titles: Engineer I and Engineer II; for more information review the job descriptions: Engineer I and Engineer II .
EXCELLENT BENEFITS
To view job specific benefits, refer to:
Summary of Benefits
Memoranda of Understanding
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Pre-Employment Process: Prior to appointment, candidate must undergo a background check, which includes fingerprinting and a medical exam.
Travel: Travel to various sites throughout the County is required; a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be provided at time of hire. Mileage reimbursement is available.
Physical: This position includes the following demands: frequent sitting; occasional walking, standing, bending, and squatting; fine manipulation in both hands; continuously reach or work below the shoulder level; must frequently demonstrate near vision and occasionally demonstrate far vision; occasionally lift or carry ten (10) pounds or less; occasionally work near equipment and machinery on rough, uneven, rocky, or slippery surfaces; occasionally exposed to dust, gas, toxic materials, noise, and extremes in temperature and/or humidity; occasionally use protective equipment or clothing.
Minimum Requirements
ENGINEER I - Applicants must meet all of the following requirements: Education*
Forty-Five semester (68 quarter) units in land use, civil, environmental, or a closely related field of engineering of which 35 semester units must be upper division .
Experience
One year of professional experience working in land use, civil, environmental, or a closely related field of engineering .
Substitution for Education
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification issued by the California Board of Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists OR Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE) certification issued by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) may substitute for the upper division component; candidates must still meet overall unit requirement as specified above. (45 semester/68 quarter units)
Substitution for Experience
Bachelor's degree in land use, civil, environmental, or a closely related field of engineering OR 4 years of experience equivalent to an Engineering Technician in San Bernardino County may substitute for one year of the required engineer experience.
ENGINEER II - Applicants must meet all of the following requirements: Certification
Candidates must possess Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification issued by the California Board of Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists OR Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE) certification issued by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES).
Education*
Forty-Five semester (68 quarter) units in civil engineering or a closely related field. Candidates must provide a list of completed coursework.
Experience
Two years of professional experience working in land use, civil, environmental, or a closely related field of engineering .
Substitution for Experience
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related field OR 4 years of experience equivalent to an Engineering Technician in San Bernardino County may substitute for one year of the required engineer experience.
Note: Candidates must provide a list of transcripts unless the candidates possess a Bachelor's degree in a qualifying area. All documents should be uploaded upon completion of the application. Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education.
Degree Equivalency Evaluation: Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied with an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education.
Desired Qualifications
The ideal candidate will be a collaborative and analytical professional with strong technical expertise in building codes and plan review. They will demonstrate sound engineering judgment, attention to detail, and a commitment to public safety and service excellence. A Bachelor's degree from an ABET accredited school in land use, civil, environmental, or a closely related field of engineering is highly desirable.
Selection Process
Examination Procedure:
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.
Application Procedure :
Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration as soon as possible. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.
This recruitment is open on a Continuous basis and may close at anytime.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application as soon as possible. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
If you need technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):
San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with DisabilitiesAct (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for allemployees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation:
If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitmentfiling deadline.
Veterans' Preference:
Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees mayreceive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request thesepoints, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Information (Download PDF) .
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process .
Professional Unit
San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
Please review the appropriate Summary of Benefits * for more information
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County’s Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Employee Benefits website for more detailed information.
*Retirement benefits subject to change.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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San Bernardino County
Show moreSan Bernardino County is located in the heart of Southern California, home to over 2 million residents, encompassing 20,160 square miles from the Nevada State line and the Colorado River to the LA County line. This gives San Bernardino County a diverse climate and geography, from mountains as high as 11,502 feet, to the desert as low as 181 feet, and beautiful valleys in between. Pristine lakes and rivers, snow-capped mountain resorts, flowering deserts, and many other family-oriented recreational attractions take advantage of the natural assets of the area, most within an hour's drive. Families enjoy affordable housing, excellent schools, colleges and universities, and easy access to airports, hospitals, libraries, and parks. The County provides a safe, clean and healthy environment for residents. A variety of shopping and business opportunities abound, in this, the largest County in the contiguous United States.
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