Salary: $10,340.29 - $12,568.69 Monthly
Location : Placerville, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Engineering
Opening Date: 08/20/2026
Closing Date: 10/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: EA - Employee Association

DEFINITION
$9,000 Hiring Bonus - Join the El Dorado Irrigation District!

The El Dorado Irrigation District is excited to offer a $9,000 Hiring Incentive to the successful candidate hired as an Associate Civil Engineer, paid in three installments:

• $3,000 paid at hire - receive your first installment on day one!
• $3,000 paid at 12 months of District employment
• $3,000 paid at 24 months of District employment

The Hiring Incentive is available to newly hired employees under the District's Temporary Recruitment Incentive Program, effective August 1, 2026, through December 31, 2027. Incentive payments are subject to standard payroll taxes and may be taken as a live check, direct deposit, and/or a contribution to a 457 plan.

Apply Early - Don't Miss Out!

This recruitment is open until filled, and applications will be reviewed as they are received. The first review of candidates will take place on September 18, 2026, with a second review on October 9, 2026, or until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received - whichever occurs sooner. Candidates are strongly encouraged to apply early for first consideration.

This recruitment may also be used to establish an eligibility list for future vacancies.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the journey registered level in the Engineer series. This class is distinguished from Associate Engineer by the requirement for possession of registration as a professional engineer within the State of California and the ability to independently review, approve and stamp plans.

This class is distinguished from the Senior Civil Engineer in that the latter performs the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series and may provide technical and functional supervision over assigned staff.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from the Engineering Manager; may receive technical and functional supervision from a Senior Engineer. May exercise technical and functional supervision over assigned technical and administrative support personnel.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

• Prepares plans and specifications for the design, construction, maintenance and operation of District facilities and projects, including water and wastewater treatment plants, water and recycled water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, and hydroelectric generation systems; ensures conformance to District standards and practices, and relevant codes and regulations.
• Administers construction projects, including overseeing and reviewing the work of construction management consultants or performing construction contract administrative duties; coordinates construction supervision and inspection and provides technical assistance to contractors and subcontractors by interpreting specifications, providing responses to requests for information, conducting submittal reviews, reviewing the quality of workmanship, verifying and approving progress payments, reviewing retainages, and authorizing certification of substantial and final completion.
• Serves as project manager for a variety of capital improvement projects including the conception, feasibility evaluation, coordination of environmental review, design, scheduling, development of Requests for Qualifications and Requests for Proposal, the development and monitoring of project budgets, management of outside design consulting firms and management of the construction phase.
• Prepares and makes presentations to the Board of Directors regarding project recommendation, award and updates.
• Represents the District in meetings with regulatory agencies and the public regarding District projects.
• Researches project design requirements and performs related calculations; conducts plan checks to ensure compliance with District and various environmental and regulatory standards; prepares time and material cost estimates.
• Prepares engineering studies and reports; participates in and oversees District projects through conception, feasibility, design, scheduling, and construction phase with other District departments, divisions, outside agencies, consultants, and developers.
• Confers with developers and engineers for review of proposed commercial and residential development plans.
• Performs plan check of drawings submitted for commercial and residential development for conformance with specifications and standards drawings.
• Prepares a variety of technical reports, documents, and correspondence; prepares technical specifications; assists with the preparation and revisions to design and construction standards; develops technical documents required by the local, State and Federal agencies to obtain permitting and licensing of District facilities.
• Manages and directs the work of outside engineering and other related consultants to ensure District standards and requirements are met.
• May plan, prioritize, and review the work of staff, develop schedules and methods to accomplish assignments, provide and coordinate staff training, and work with employees to correct deficiencies.
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other District employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

In addition to the qualifications for the Assistant Engineer:

Knowledge of:
Methods, materials, and techniques used in the design, construction, and maintenance and operation of utility projects and activities. Budgeting techniques and capital project management. Pertinent local, State, Federal rules, regulations and laws related to area of engineering assignment, including those specific to District policies and practices. Practices of surveying and environmental assessment. Principles and practices of technical and functional supervision and training.

Skill/Ability to:
Perform the full range of professional engineering duties with only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise. Interpret and apply District standards and regulations and engineering policies and procedures as well as applicable laws and regulations related to area of engineering assignment. Prepare accurate estimates of costs, schedules, personnel and materials related to engineering project responsibilities. Work effectively with a variety of internal and external customers to accomplish goals and objectives; deal firmly and courteously with citizens, developers, consultants, and contractors. Prepare concise and understandable written reports, studies, and other written materials, including Requests for Qualifications and Proposals. Provide technical and functional supervision over assigned staff; effectively train staff.

Experience and Education:
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience and Certificates:
In addition to the experience and education guidelines for Associate Engineer, licensed as a Professional Engineer in Civil Engineering in the State of California.

Education:
Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or a related field.
SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS

License:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, pension, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and retiree health insurance benefits (subject to vesting schedule).
Health Insurance Benefits (Active Employees) - CalPERS plans, including PPOs and HMOs available

• Employer pays entire monthly premiums for employee or up to $2,758.51 for a family plan (100/85 split)

Health Insurance Benefits (Retiree) - CalPERS plans, including PPOs, HMO, and Senior plans available (subject to vesting schedule).

• Employer pays entire monthly premiums for employee-only coverage, or up to $2,758.51 for a family plan (100/85 split)

Dental Insurance (Delta Dental PPO Network)

• Employee only: No cost
• Employee + 1 Dependent - $2.85 biweekly
• Employee + 2 or more Dependents - $8.89 biweekly
• Orthodontic Benefits- 50% or $3,500 lifetime

Vision Insurance (VSP)

• Employee only: No cost
• Employee + 1 Dependent - $0.07 biweekly
• Employee + 2 or more Dependents - $0.57 biweekly
• Frames every 2 years & lenses every year

Flexible Spending Account- voluntary

• Health Care Expenses: $3,400 for 2026
• Dependent Care Expenses: $7,500 for 2026
• Pre-tax contributions with a P&A Group credit card for eligible expenses

Life & AD&D Insurance (Prudential)

• Coverage equal to one-time annual base salary (up to $150,000) - no cost to employee
• Additional coverage for employee and dependents available- voluntary

Deferred Compensation (457b plan)

• Voluntary pre-tax contributions via payroll deduction
• Catch-up provisions available at age 50

Retirement Benefits Defined Benefit Plans vary by hire date, age, years of service, and average monthly salary at retirement.

• Classic PERS Members: 2% @ 55 Plan
  • Employee contribution: 7%
  • Retirement pension will be calculated based on final (Three-year) compensation as defined by California Government Code 20037
• PEPRA Members: 2% formula @ 62
  • Employee Contribution: 7.5%
  • Retirement pension will be calculated based on final (Three-year) compensation as defined by California Government Code 20037

Paid Time Off (PTO)

• First 3 years - 176 hours (after 1-year probationary period)
• 4 to 9 years - 216 hours
• 10 to 14 years - 256 hours
• 15 or More Years - 296 hours

14 Paid Holidays (includes one personal business day, and two half days)

Tuition Reimbursement

• $3,000 per calendar year maximum after probation

Desired Training

• $750 per calendar year maximum

For more information, please visit our benefits page.
01

The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please ensure your answers are honest and accurate. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.Please read each question carefully and provide a thorough and complete response. Do NOT state "see resume" or "see application" to respond to any of the following questions. Failure to respond to all questions will be considered an incomplete application and may not be considered for further processing.

• Yes, I understand and agree
• No, I do not agree

02

Do you have a Bachelor's degree or higher in Civil Engineering from an accredited university?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you currently posses a Professional Civil Engineer license issued by the State of California?

• Yes
• No

04

PROOF OF CERTIFICATION: I understand proof of certification, should be submitted with my application and will be required at the time of appointment.

• Yes
• No

05

Please select below all engineering disciplines in which you possess experience. (check all that apply)

• Water Resources Planning
• Hydrology
• Water Supply and Distribution Hydraulics
• Water Treatment Processes
• Engineering Analysis or Assessments
• Planning and Management of Technical Studies and Assessments
• Construction
• Requirements of Water System's Regulatory Compliance Permitting and Reporting

06

Describe a complex civil engineering project you managed from start to finish. Include any potential challenges and how you addressed them. (type N/A if none))
07

How many years of experience in PUBLIC utilities do you have (water, wastewater, etc.)?

• No Experience
• 1 to 3 years
• 3 to 5 years
• 5 or more years

Required Question