ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST

ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST Print ( Apply ufeff ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST Salary $126,375.36 - $144,715.68 Annually Location Los Angeles County, CA Job Type Full time Job Number C4371Q Department PUBLIC WORKS Opening Date 01/03/2025 Closing Date Continuous + Description + Benefits + Questions Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER: C4371Q TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity APPLICATION FILING PERIOD: We will begin accepting applications on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. Pacific Time (PT). Filing will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. OUT-OF-CLASSEXPERIENCE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. REQUIREMENTS MUST BE FULLY MET AT THE TIME OF FILING. NO WITHHOLDS WILL BE ALLOWED. Essential Job Functions AN ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST is responsible for performing a combination of the following essential job functions: + Conducts engineering geology investigationsby acting as project manager, technical lead, technical peer reviewer; determining needs and requirements pertaining to the investigation (e.g., scope of work, design of an exploration program, selection of suitable exploratory techniques); reviewing and interpreting geologic and environmental materials. + Provides construction servicesby preparing and reviewing memos (e.g., Preliminary Environmental Site Screening Memo) for all construction projects; reviewing design plans and specifications and conducting in-construction inspections for a variety of construction projects. + Ensures the technical integrity of developments (e.g., single family, multifamily, commercial, subdivision)by reviewing engineering reports (e.g., engineering geology and geotechnical); reviewing grading and/or building plans and ensuring the integration of consultantu2019s recommendations; conducting site visits and making assessments of site conditions. + Supervises Engineering Geology Assistant seriesby assigning work; monitoring and reviewing work performance and productivity; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring adherence to timelines, schedules; motivating, training, coaching, and mentoring staff; conducting staff meetings. + Prepares and reviews reports (e.g., engineering geology, geotechnical, Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessment)by gathering and organizing information obtained from various sources (e.g., maps, database, aerial photographs, literature, field investigations); compiling data (e.g., findings); performing calculations. + Interacts with variety of individuals (e.g., subordinate staff, peers, management, public)by communicating information verbally (e.g., in-person, phone, communication platform (e.g., Teams); and/or in writing (e.g., email, smartphone); participating on technical committees (e.g., MIDAS, RCODS, GIFT) and safety committees (e.g., confined space, excavation safety); participating in project meetings, discussions, and other communications. + Employs safe work practicesby wearing protective equipment (e.g. safety footwear, safety vest, hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, protective clothing and/or gloves, sun protection, kneepads, respirator); attending Division Quarterly Safety Meetings; reading safety handouts, safety data sheets (SDS), policies, memos, etc.; staying up to date on industryu2019s best practices. + Assists division management by participating in hiring and promotion processes and making recommendations on policies and procedures in order to enhance overall operational efficiency. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: California State Certificate of Registration as an Engineering Geologist. LICENSE: 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. SPECIAL INFORMATION: A valid State of California Registration as a Professional Geologist (PG) holding the certification in Engineering Geology (EG) will also be accepted. PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class III- Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist ofTWO (2) parts: PART I : A multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted at 60%, assessing: + Reading Comprehension + Deductive Reasoning + Professional Potential + Achievement + Coping with Uncertainty + Responsibility + Working to High Quality Standards + Willingness to Learn + Maintaining Good Working Relationships + Analyzing Information + Learning Quickly + Generating New Ideas + Using Time Efficiently + Adapting to Change MULTIPLE CHOICE TESTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. PART II: An evaluation of training and experience, weighted 40% , assessing: + Professional Technical Knowledge of: + Engineering Geology Principles and Practices + Equipment and Software + Safety Practices and Procedures + Technology Application + Leadership + Project Management CANDIDATES MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON THE COMBINED SCORES FOR PART I AND PART II IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY 12 MONTHS. 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: The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. Applications will be processed on an as- received basis and promulgated to the 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 Public Works as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, and description of work performed. All information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Prime Variance Reports (PVRs), also known as Master Time Records, are not accepted, or required as part of the application process; this includes the selection interview and the background-check. + FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION orRESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT. + Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and/or Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the green

Created: 2025-11-15