Assistant Civil Engineer Vacancy (Public Works)

ONEIDA COUNTY GOVERNMENT NOTICE OF VACANCY

DEPARTMENT: Public Works

CIVIL SERVICE TITLE: Assistant Civil Engineer (NYHELP Program)

CLASSIFICATION TYPE : Non-Competitive

SALARY (GRADE) : $70,760 (32B) Plus Excellent Benefits

APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 31, 2026

APPLY ONLINE*: https://oneida -portal.mycivilservice.com/post/jobopps

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This position involves engineering work of a moderately difficult caliber, involving the exercise of engineering judgement based on knowledge in both theory and practice of engineering principles. Major technical problems are discussed with higher -level engine ers or Deputy Commissioners. Employees in this class exercise independent judgement in planning work details and technical decisions. The incumbent performs related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION S: Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications at time of application. Either: (A) Possession of Bachelor's Degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, or a closely - related field; OR

(B) Possession of Associate's Degree in civil or environmental engineering or a closely -related field AND two (2) years of experience involving civil or environmental engineering.

NOTES:

1. Candidates MUST submit with application a copy of transcripts showing degree area and date degree conferred, if qualifying under (A) .
2. Degree(s) must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education. If the degree was awarded by an educa tional institution outside the United States and its territories, the candidate must provide independent verification of equivalency. A list of acceptable companies who provide this service can be found on the Internet at http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm . Candidates will be required to pay the evaluation fee.

Oneida County is an equal opportunity employer

• If you do not have internet access, paper applications can be picked up in the Personnel Department on the 7th Floor of the Oneida County Office Building. You may also request a paper application to be mailed by calling 315 -798-5726. Issued: 09/02/2026