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CIVIL ENGINEERING STUDENT
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CIVIL ENGINEERING STUDENT
Salary
$4,138.18 Monthly
Location
Los Angeles County, CA
Job Type
Temporary
Job Number
C3422B
Department
PUBLIC WORKS
Opening Date
08/13/2015
Description
Benefits
Position/Program Information
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
FILING DATES
03/12/2014 - until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure at any time without prior notice.
EXAM NUMBER
C3422B
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
Open Competitive Job Opportunity
This announcement is being reposted to add COVID-19 vaccine information in the Additional Information Section.
Essential Job Functions
A Civil Engineering Student is responsible for performing a combination of the following essential job functions: prepares routine engineering sketches, drawings, diagrams, tracings, and "As-Built" record plans based on inspector notes using manual drafting and computer-based drafting tools such as Computer Aided Design Drafting (CADD); performs basic engineering and mathematical calculations; assists in compiling data for engineering plans, specifications, cost estimates, reports, etc., and in the maintenance of such data in various databases; assists in the exploration of soils and foundations and in the testing of construction materials; assists in map maintenance; assists in taking field notes and measurements; and assists in the analysis and geographic presentation of data using appropriate computer applications such as Geographic Information System (GIS).
Requirements
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS
Current enrollment in an accredited four-year college or university with at leastJUNIOR STANDING*in an engineering program approved by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
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.
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 walking may be involved.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION
*To be accepted forJUNIOR STANDING, applicants must have accumulated at least 60 semester or 90 quarter academic credits/units.
ApplicantsMUSTprovide transcripts showing proof of academic standing, degree major, and current enrollment with the application during the examination process. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable during the examination process; however, official transcripts will be verified at the time of appointment. If hired, applicants must continue to be enrolled and attend school to maintain eligibility for and status in the position.
Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT
The examination will consist of an interview covering education, experience, personal fitness, and general ability to perform the duties of the position weighted 100%.
Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register.
Applicants who have taken identical test parts for other exams within the last six (6) months will have their scores for the identical test parts automatically transferred to this examination upon acceptance of your application.
This examination contains test parts that may be used in the future for new examination. Upon acceptance of your application, your scores may be transferred to the new examination and you may not be allowed to retake any identical test parts for at least six (6) months.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION
The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in this examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months following the date of eligibility.
NO PERSON MAY COMPETE FOR THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY SIX (6) MONTHS.
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 history unless 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.
All County workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department.
VACANCY INFORMATION
The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Public Works.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION
Fill out your application and Job Specific Questionnaire (if any) completely. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job.
The acceptance of your application will depend on whether you have clearly shown that you meet theSelection Requirements. Please be sure your application shows complete information, including dates for education and jobs held which relate to this position. In the space provided for education, include the names and addresses of schools attended, titles of courses completed, dates completed, and number of credits earned. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, description of work performed, and salary earned. All information supplied by applicants is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination process.
This examination is subject to close at any time without prior notification.
FILE USINGONEOF THE METHODS BELOW:
FILING ONLINE
We encourage you to apply online so you can track the status of your application and get notified of your progress by email.
We must receive your application and Job Specific Questionnaire (if any) by 5:30 p.m., Pacific Standard Time, on the last day of filing.
Note: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must fax them to (626) 979-5440 during the examination process.Please include your name, the exam number, and the exam title.
FILING BY U.S. MAIL OR IN PERSON:
We must receive your completed application and Job Specific Questionnaire (if any) at the address below by 5:30 p.m., Pacific Standard Time, on the last day of filing.
Department of Public Works
Human Resources Division
900 South Fremont Avenue, Lobby Floor
Alhambra, CA 91803-1331
Office Hours: Monday through Thursday, ONLY, between 7:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.Please note this office is closed on Fridays.
FILING BY U.S. MAIL OR IN PERSON
We must receive your completed application and Job Specific Questionnaire (if any) at the address below by 5:30 p.m., Pacific Standard Time, on the last day of filing.
Department of Public Works
Human Resources Division
900 South Fremont Avenue, Lobby Floor
Alhambra, CA 91803-1331
Office Hours: Monday through Thursday, ONLY, between 7:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.Please note this office is closed on Fridays.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
FINGERPRINTING AND SECURITY CLEARANCE
Before a final appointment is made to this position, candidates are subject to security clearance which includes fingerprinting. An individual may be withheld from appointment, if he/she has a conviction record incompatible with the essential duties of the position for which he/she has applied. Any false statement or omission of material fact may cause forfeiture of employment rights. Information presented on employment applications, resumes and during the examination process is subject to verification. Disqualifying factors may include but are not limited to: felony convictions, certain job-related misdemeanor convictions, certain serious traffic convictions or patterns of traffic violations (e.g., 4 or more moving violations within the past 2 years, failure to appear, at-fault accidents, and driving under the influence), illegal use of certain controlled substances and/or poor employment history.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER
All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application.
NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD
All applicants must file their application online 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.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT 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.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Department Contact Name:Angela Argueta
Department Contact Phone:(626) 458-2141
Department Contact Email:aargueta@dpw.lacounty.gov
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:https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/.
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:https://hr.lacounty.gov/accessibility/.
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 athttp://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov.
Revised January 2025
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Employer
County of Los Angeles
Address
Los Angeles, California, 90010
Website
http://hr.lacounty.gov
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