Land Development Engineer
Land Development Engineer
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Job Description
Why Join Team SB
- Are you an experienced civil engineer ready to make a meaningful impact in a growing vibrant city The City of San Bernardino invites you to bring your expertise and leadership to our Public Works Department as a Land Development Engineer. This is your opportunity to contribute to shaping the future of development in one of Southern Californias most dynamic communities.
About the City:
As a future member of our team youll be joining a city with deep roots cultural diversity and exciting momentum. Located in the heart of Southern Californias Inland Empire San Bernardino is the county seat and largest city in San Bernardino County home to more than 222000 residents. Its rich history shaped by Native American Mexican and Spanish influences continues to inspire the citys evolving identity.San Bernardino offers access to major transit corridors natural beauty and a wide range of housing and lifestyle options. Its a place where public service careers are supported by a strong sense of community and purpose and where motivated professionals can grow contribute and be part of something meaningful.
About the Position:
The Land Development Engineer plays a critical role in overseeing and guiding land development projects through the Citys Engineering Division. This position provides expert civil engineering oversight in areas including grading ADA compliance stormwater/NPDES regulations and construction management. Working collaboratively with multiple departments and external partners the Land Development Engineer ensures that development in the City aligns with municipal standards and state/federal requirements. This role may also provide leadership and supervision to professional technical and administrative support staff. What Youll Be Doing Here
The Ideal Candidate:
- Technical Expertise:Demonstrates strong knowledge of civil engineering principles land development processes and applicable regulations including grading stormwater (NPDES/MS4) and ADA compliance.
- Analytical Thinking:Reviews complex development plans with a keen eye for detail identifying potential issues early and proposing practical codecompliant solutions.
- Communication Skills:Explains technical information clearly to developers contractors residents and internal teams; prepares professional written correspondence staff reports and plan review comments.
- Project Management:Balances multiple priorities with efficiencycoordinating plan checks inspections and permit processes while meeting deadlines and maintaining high service standards.
- CustomerFocused:Builds cooperative working relationships with applicants consultants and colleagues guiding stakeholders through the development process with responsiveness and respect.
- TeamOriented:Collaborates effectively across departments and with external agencies contributing to shared goals and supporting a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
As a Land Development Engineer in the Public Works Department your work ensures that private development within the City is safe sustainable and aligned with community standards. Your typical day includes:Reviewing grading drainage and street improvement plans for new developments subdivisions and infill projects.
Coordinating with Planning Building Fire Water and other departments to ensure seamless and compliant project approvals.
Providing clear constructive feedback to developers and consultants during the entitlement and permitting process.
Participating in Development Review Committee (DRC) meetings and preapplication discussions to guide applicants from concept to approval.
Performing field reviews or coordinating with inspectors to ensure conformance with approved plans and City standards.
Responding to inquiries from property owners developers and the public about engineering requirements and permitting processes.
Preparing technical reports conditions of approval and correspondence related to land development cases.
Supporting updates to City standards procedures and policies to improve service delivery and regulatory clarity.
For more information on this position pleaseclick hereto view the job description.What You Need to Qualify
Education and Experience:
Possession of a Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field; and five (5) years of progressively responsible civil engineering experience and at least two (2) of which were in a management capacity; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Licenses Certifications and Equipment:
A valid State drivers license is required.
Current valid registration as a Professional Engineer with the California State Licensing Board is required.
Knowledgeof:- Organization and direction of operations and activities related to construction grading ADA compliance and storm water permit processing plan review and inspection.
- Principles and practices of public administration.
- Best management practices related to construction.
- Computer applications applicable to permit processing and word processing.
- Principles methods techniques and practices of inspection and investigation.
- Federal state county and city laws codes and ordinances relating to construction regulation.
- Principles and practices of sound business communications.
Skill in:- Using tact and poise in dealing with the public.
- Preparing clear concise and accurate reports and recommendations including investigation results work programs and other related items.
- Leading coaching instructing and motivating employees and fostering a teamwork environment.
- Reading and interpreting civil engineering plans soils reports hydrology and hydraulic reports Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) and Water Quality Management Plans (WQMP).
- Effectively communicating verbally and in written form.
- Working collaboratively with other divisions and departments and outside agencies involved in the development and construction process.
- Interpreting and enforcing provisions of applicable codes ordinances and regulations.
- Establishing and maintaining records and preparing reports related to assignment.
- Operating computers assigned software and office equipment.
- Establishing and maintaining effective relationships.
Recruitment Timeline
This recruitment will remain open until filled or until a sufficient number of applications have been received.
**All dates are subject to change at the discretion of the personnel officer**
How to Apply and What to Expect Next
All applicants are required to submit an online application through the Citys official website at .This recruitment will remain open until filled or until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Applications must be fully completed and clearly demonstrate that the minimum qualifications for the position are met. All information provided is subject to review investigation and verification. While resumes may be uploaded as supplemental documentation they will not be accepted in place of a fully completed City application.
Following the initial screening the most qualified candidates whose backgrounds best match the needs of the City will be invited to continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement. Candidates will remain under consideration until a final selection is made and an offer is accepted. The City of San Bernardino reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time and may determine that none of the applicants including those who meet the minimum qualifications are suitable for the position.
Successful candidates shall be required to:
- Pass a reference and background verification. References will not be contacted until mutual interest has been established.
- Degree verification
- Pass a preemployment medical exam which includes a Tuberculosis (TB) Exam and Drug screen.
- Starting salary based on education and/or experience and internal equity.
EVerify Participation
The City of San Bernardino participates in the EVerify program. In compliance with federal law all employers are required to verify the identity and employment eligibility of individuals hired to work in the United States.
Accordingly the City will provide information from each new employees Form I9 to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration to confirm authorization to work in the United States.
For more information about EVerify please visit the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website at
Disclaimers
The City of San Bernardino is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The City follows a nepotism policy which may impact hiring decisions if an applicant has relatives currently employed by the City.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) the City provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Each request is evaluated on a casebycase basis. To request an accommodation please contact the Human Resources Department directly at (909).
This bulletin is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract expressed or implied. Its contents may be modified or withdrawn without prior notice.
For questions regarding this recruitment contact Human Resources at Additional information is available at .
Employment Type
Full-Time
