Civil Engineer

Civil Engineer

Salary

$123,492.00 - $150,108.00 Annually

Location

Clovis, CA

Job Type

001-Full-Time

Job Number

2600052

Department

Planning and Development Services Department

Division

Engineering Services

Opening Date

05/05/2026

Closing Date

5/26/2026 4:30 PM Pacific

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Description

There is an immediate opening in the

Planning and Development Services Department

however; this recruitment will also establish

a list for future openings in other departments.

DEFINITION

Under supervision, perform the advanced civil engineering work assignments in the review, evaluation, and design of public works projects; and perform related work as required.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:

The Civil Engineer class perform advanced professional journey-level civil engineering job functions; and provide training, staff support, and lead supervision of the engineering staff. Incumbents perform work which has some variation and allows or requires a moderate range of choice in the application of defined methods or procedures; receive minimal instructions when tasks are assigned and have some latitude in selecting work methods; work is generally reviewed upon completion; and incumbents are expected to refer to their supervisor for instruction on matters that do not fit a clear pattern.

Examples of Duties

Review and evaluate site plans, parcel maps, and tract maps for conformance with zoning, grading, and public works standards and codes; perform detailed checks on grading plans, parcel maps, and tract maps; inspect public works projects as needed; communicate with the public at the counter and over the telephone; consult with contractors, developers, engineering consultants, and the public, on public works standards, fees, civil engineering design problems, and other related items; review, investigate, and make recommendations regarding complaints from citizens; calculate project cost estimates, curb, gutter and street grades, and traverses using a computer; check plans; copy, file, and update maps and plans; maintain records of inspection fees and project status; check bids and billings for accuracy; approve building permits; measure distances; review bids and proposals; perform a variety of professional staff work, laying out projects to meet project definition, collect and compile data, statistically analyze data, prepare exhibits, and write reports; compose agreements, staff reports, and legal descriptions; prepare plans, specifications, and maps; perform federal, state, and local regulatory tasks related to municipal public works and utilities; maintain databases; assist with the implementation of the Citys water conservation program and public outreach; assist with and perform cost accounting for budgetary purposes; participate fully in the work of the engineering staff; train and assign the work of subordinate staff on engineering projects; instruct assigned staff in work methods; check and correct work in progress and upon completion; operate City vehicles; operate a personal computer; and perform related work as required.

Typical Qualifications

LICENSE REQUIRED

• Possession of a valid California Drivers License and a good driving record;
• Possession of a valid Professional Civil Engineer (PE) license issued by the

State of California Department of Consumer Affairs Board for Professional

Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelors Degree in

Civil Engineering or a closely related field.

Experience:

• A minimum of three (3) years of work experience in the field of Civil Engineering or

a closely related field.

• Incumbents in the Engineer II classification may be promoted to the Civil Engineer classification upon the following qualifications:
• Meet the minimum qualifications for the position;
• Successful completion of the probationary period, one (1) year;
• Recommendation of the appointing authority;
• A minimum of an exceeds standards on the most current performance evaluation.

Experience Highly Desirable:

• Work experience performing job functions or interest in the field of Traffic Engineering.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Strength: Ability to perform moderately heavy work with frequent lifting, carrying,

and/or pushing of objects weighing twenty-five (25) pounds and occasionally

objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds;

• Environment: Perform job functions in an office or outdoor site and may be required

to work in all weather conditions;

• Other: May be required to attend occasional evening meetings.

SELECTION PROCESS

Interested applicants must submit a completed City of Clovis employment application and supplemental questionnaire no later than 4:30 p.m. on May 26, 2026, to the City of Clovis Personnel Office. Applications must be submitted online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/clovisca. For additional questions, you may contact Personnel at (559) 324-2725. Brief resumes are welcome as a supplement to the Citys standard application form; however, the application form and supplemental questionnaire must be filled out completely to be considered. You may attach your resume at the time of application submission to the attachment section of the application form. A resume only may not be submitted in lieu of a completed employment application to be considered. Applicants may not attach any additional documents that are not required to their application form or submit any other documents by email, mail, fax, or hand delivery. Veterans Preference Points may be provided if a DD Form 214 demonstrating qualifying service is submitted to the Personnel Office by the position deadline date and time. Applicants may attach, hand deliver, or fax the required documents to (559) 324-2865. Reasonable accommodation, when needed, for otherwise qualified candidates with disabilities, must be requested in writing and faxed to (559) 324-2865 at the time of application submission. Applicants will receive notification regarding the status of their application by email or phone once the applications have been processed and reviewed.

Applicants must meet each qualification for the position by the deadline date. All applications will be reviewed based on the necessary employment standards for the position. Those candidates who best meet the needs of the operations may be invited to participate in an oral examination that will be weighted 100%. Candidates receiving a passing score may be placed on an eligibility list for a period of up to one (1) year. Examinations and department interviews for the position will be administered in the City of Clovis. As determined by the City and at the Citys expense, successful candidates shall be required to complete and pass a medical examination, a drug/alcohol screen, and a background investigation. Possession of a valid California Drivers License and a good driving record will be required prior to hire. Proof of citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S. will be required at the time of hire.

The examination may consist of questions relative to knowledge of principles of physics, chemistry, and mathematics as applied to civil engineering; engineering design, construction practices, drafting, inspection, and surveying; techniques and general principles of training and lead supervision; and appropriate safety precautions and procedures. The examination may also contain questions regarding the ability to prepare design work on minor public improvement projects; prepare, read, and interpret engineering estimates, specifications, legal property descriptions, and field notes; perform precise engineering office and fieldwork; prepare accurate and concise reports; establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work; understand pertinent procedures and functions; operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices; read, understand, and apply moderately difficult materials; operate a personal computer accurately and efficiently; maintain accurate records; maintain databases; maintain and modify filing systems; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; utilize Computer Assisted Drafting (CAD) software; communicate clearly orally and in writing; and provide on-the-job supervision of subordinates. The examination may also contain questions regarding the ability to accurately perform various Geographic Information System (GIS) assignments; maintain and operate networked workstations, personal computers, and their peripherals devices accurately and efficiently; analyze data; maintain accurate records; read, understand, and apply technical materials; prepare engineering calculations; read, interpret, and analyze record maps, construction drawings, and survey notes; understand architectural and engineering plans and drawings; understand pertinent procedures and functions quickly and apply them without immediate supervision; prepare graphic arts presentations; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; effectively communicate in writing and orally; provide on-the-job supervision of subordinates; establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work; and operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices.

This job flyer does not constitute a contract and its

terms and conditions can change without notice.

THE CITY OF CLOVIS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Clovis offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time positions. For more information on the benefit package, please refer to the Citys website under Departments & Services/Personnel/Employee Resources.

01

Carefully complete your Application and Supplemental Questionnaire and submit by the final filing date as indicated on the job announcement. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. You may attach a resume, but this cannot be used in lieu of completing an application. Follow the instructions below on how to submit a complete application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. • Include a minimum of ten (10) years of current and/or previous work experience. • Begin with your most current work experience through the previous ten (10) years. • If you are unable to include ten (10) years of current and/or previous work experience you must include any combination of work experience, academic or vocational school enrollment, and any periods of unemployment. • The application may not contain any unexplained gaps in employment periods. • Be sure to attach any required documents before submitting the application.

• Yes, I acknowledge and agree to the above statement.

02

Please answer the following questions. This information is REQUIRED, as it will be used to initially determine minimum qualifications. For those applicants meeting the employment standards, this information will be critical in any subsequent competitive assessment to identify those applicants to be invited to continue in the examination process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of required supplemental responses. Please do not say, "see resume" or "see application" or your application and supplemental questionnaire will be deemed incomplete.

• Yes, I acknowledge and agree to the above statement.

03

The information provided in your application must support your selected answers to the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. With the completion of this supplemental questionnaire, you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may disqualify you from being considered for this position.

• Yes, I acknowledge and agree to the above statement.

04

I acknowledge that I may not attach any additional documents that are not required to my application form or submit any other documents by email, mail, fax, or hand delivery. Acceptable Application Attachments: • DD Form 214 • Reasonable Accommodation Request (fax only) • Resume • College/University Degree Diplomas (do not attach transcripts) • International Degree Accreditation Documentation

• Yes, I acknowledge and agree to the above statement.

05

Do you possess a current and valid California Drivers License?

• Yes, I possess a current and valid California Drivers License.
• Other, I possess a current and valid Drivers License in another state.
• No, I currently do not possess a valid Drivers License.

06

Please list the expiration date MM/DD/YY of your current and valid California Driver License. If you currently do not possess a valid California Driver License, please explain.

07

The City of Clovis is seeking an individual to perform advanced professional journey-level civil engineering work assignments in the review, evaluation, and design of public works projects. This position may also perform Traffic Engineering job functions as assigned. We are requesting your response to the questions listed below to evaluate your license, education, experience, and qualifications for this competitive recruitment.

• Yes, I acknowledge and agree to the above statement.

08

Do you possess a current and valid Professional Civil Engineer (PE) license issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists?

• Yes
• No

09

Please list your first and last name as specified on your current and valid Professional Civil Engineer (PE) license issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists. If you do not possess a current and valid Professional Civil Engineer (PE) license issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists specify "N/A."

10

Please list the license number specified on your current and valid Professional Civil Engineer (PE) license issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists. If you do not possess a current and valid Professional Civil Engineer (PE) license issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists specify "N/A."

11

Please list the City and County your current and valid Professional Civil Engineer (PE) license issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists is registered under. If you do not possess a current and valid Professional Civil Engineer (PE) license issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists specify "N/A."

12

Please list the expiration date specified on your current and valid Professional Civil Engineer (PE) license issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists. If you do not possess a current and valid Professional Civil Engineer (PE) license issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists specify "N/A."

13

Do you possess a High School Diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

14

Please specify the highest level of education that you have attained from an accredited college or university. To meet the minimum qualifications for the position, the education you possess MUST be listed on your application under the [Education] section to be considered for the position.

• None
• Completed some college level coursework units
• Associate Degree
• Bachelor Degree
• Master Degree
• Doctorate Degree

15

Which best describes your education major? To meet the minimum qualifications for the position the education you possess MUST be listed on your application under the [Education] section to be considered for the position.

• Civil Engineering
• Closely related field
• Other
• None

16

If you possess a degree or college level coursework units from an accredited college or university in a major other than Civil Engineering, please specify your major. If you possess a degree or college level coursework units with a major in Civil Engineering or you currently do not possess a degree or college level coursework units from an accredited college or university, specify "N/A." To meet the minimum qualifications for the position the education you possess must be listed on your application under the {Education] section to be considered for the position.

17

International Degree Accreditation - International degrees must be accredited by the U.S. Department of Education. If you possess a degree from an international college or university, please attach documentation from the approved U.S. Department of Education Institution that the degree has been accredited through at the time of application submission to be considered for the position.

• Yes, I acknowledge and agree to the above statement.

18

How many years of work experience do you possess performing job functions in the field of Civil Engineering? To meet the minimum qualifications for the position, the work experience you possess MUST be listed on your application under the [Work Experience] section to be considered for the position.

• No Experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2
• 2 years to less than 3
• 3 years or more

19

Do you possess work experience performing Traffic Engineering job functions or are you interested in training in the field of Traffic Engineering?

• Yes, I possess work experience performing Traffic Engineering job functions.
• No, I currently do not possess Traffic Engineering work experience and (I am) interested in training in the field of Traffic Engineering.
• No, I currently do not possess Traffic Engineering work experience and (I am not) interested in training in the field of Traffic Engineering.

Required Question

Employer City of Clovis, California

Address 1625 Shaw Ave

Suite 103

Clovis, California, 93611

Phone o: 559-324-2725 f: 559-324-2865

Website https://www.clovisca.gov/