Designer I, II, III - Sewer Design chez Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts, CA
Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts, CA · Whittier, États-Unis d'Amérique · Onsite
- Junior
- Bureau à Whittier
About the Department
NOTICE OF JOB OPPORTUNITY
POSTING #BR-227-25E
POSTING #BR-227-25E
DESIGNER I, II, III - SEWER DESIGN
LOCATION:
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT, SEWER DESIGN SECTION, JOINT ADMINISTRATION OFFICE, WHITTIER
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT, SEWER DESIGN SECTION, JOINT ADMINISTRATION OFFICE, WHITTIER
NOTE:
The list of eligible candidates resulting from this posting may be used to fill future vacancies that may occur in the next six (6) months.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
To use Computer Aided Design (CAD) technology and/or a Geographical Information System (GIS) to perform increasingly difficult conceptual design layouts and to prepare and maintain construction plans and engineering-related drawings, GIS and relational databases, 3D laser scan extractions, 3D/BIM models, and sketches in the discipline of Sewer Design.
JOB SUMMARY:
The major job responsibilities are listed below. For more detailed information, please review the job description.
Under the general supervision of a Supervising Designer and the technical direction of Project Designers and Engineers, the incumbent will:
- Develop conceptual, preliminary, and final drawings from various notes, sketches, descriptions or other sources using CAD systems or GIS
- Modify drawings to incorporate design changes
- Perform GIS illustration development
- Perform technical and statistical calculations including grades and alignment
- Prepare and update design standards
- Conduct research and data collection, and present technical data and findings
- Review design work to ensure conformance with codes, standards, presentation, and organization of drawings
DESIGNER I: This is the entry level class of the series. Incumbents learn to perform basic skills in the procedures, operations, techniques and equipment appropriate to the assigned discipline; work assignments are routine in nature, requiring limited judgement and decision making; specific detailed guidelines covering all aspects of the assignment are provided; work is generally in strict adherence to the standards and deviations must be authorized.
DESIGNER II: This is the intermediate level class of the series. This class differs from the Designer I class by the greater proficiency and knowledge required to independently perform more complex design projects. Incumbents apply basic skills in the procedures, operations, techniques and equipment appropriate to the assigned discipline; the candidate mostly uses established procedures and standards for doing the work, but is expected to be able to use independent judgement to select and implement minor deviations to the standards; the work generally consists of duties that involve related steps, processes, or methods, and may comprise a complete project of smaller size/complexity or a segment of a more complex project.
DESIGNER III: This is the journey level class of the series. This class differs from the Designer II class by the greater complexity, size and specialized nature of assignments, the greater technical knowledge required to perform complex design projects, and the greater independence of action. Incumbents in this position apply the full range of specialized skills and job knowledge in their assigned discipline. Incumbents adapt procedures, techniques, and equipment to meet the needs of their area of specialization; uses judgement in interpreting and adapting guidelines such as precedents and work directions for application to specific cases or problems; the decision on what and how to proceed depends upon the incumbent’s analysis of the subject or issue involved in each assignment, and the chosen course of action; the work involves treating a variety of conventional problems, questions, or situations in conformance with established criteria.
Position Duties
Candidates must possess:
- A valid California Class C driver license
-AND-
DESIGNER I:
- One (1) year of experience performing CAD and/or GIS related work
-OR-
- Completion of two (2) related courses (at least 6 semester units) from an accredited college or university in Engineering Design Drafting or GIS may be substituted for the required experience
DESIGNER II:
- Three (3) years of experience performing duties equivalent to a Designer I
- Completion of related courses from an accredited college or university in Engineering Design Drafting or GIS may be substituted for some of the required experience where 12 semester units is equivalent to one (1) year of experience and a maximum of 18 semester units may be substituted for 1.5 years of experience
DESIGNER III:
- Two (2) years of Districts' experience performing the duties of a Designer II
-OR-
- Five (5) years of outside experience performing advanced level design work
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
- Capable of effectively communicating and collaborating within a group environment
- Knowledge of:
- MicroStation software suite
- GIS mapping software
- Plan and profile drafting
- Interpretation of utility and right-of-way drawings
- Survey principles
Minimum Qualifications
The competitive selection process may cover:
Knowledge of:
- Drafting principles: understanding of foundational drafting concepts and techniques
- Advanced techniques, methods and equipment used in specialized design and layout
- Structural and piping systems
- Engineering principles and calculations used in the applicable discipline
- Construction practices and materials related to sewer construction and rehabilitation
Ability to:
- Design and layout a segment of a complex engineering project
- Perform complex mapping, moderately difficult initial concept, and detailed design work
- Analyze field engineering data
- Demonstrate effective communication skills when interacting with team members or conveying drafting requirements
Other Qualifications
SELECTION PROCESS:
- All applications will be reviewed to determine if the conditions and qualifications for testing are met.
- The selection process will consist of a written test weighted at 50%, and an interview weighted at 50% and will be the same for all qualified applicants.
- Candidates must receive a qualifying score on each selection component to move forward in the selection process.
- The written exam is tentatively scheduled for Thursday, October 2nd.
NOTE:
In accordance with the Districts' policy on retaking employment tests, scores received on the written exam will be used for all Designer I, II, III applications submitted within the next 3 months. Conversely, any scores received on a Designer I, II, III written exam taken on or after July 4, 2025 will be applied to this recruitment.
TO APPLY:
Please apply online at governmentjobs.com within this application period. By using the online application system, you will receive confirmation via e-mail that your application was received for this position. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed LACSD Employment Application or online application. Check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as notifications may be sent via e-mail. Please verify that your registered email address is accurate and current. To ensure proper delivery, add [email protected] to your contact list.
Please apply online at governmentjobs.com within this application period. By using the online application system, you will receive confirmation via e-mail that your application was received for this position. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed LACSD Employment Application or online application. Check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as notifications may be sent via e-mail. Please verify that your registered email address is accurate and current. To ensure proper delivery, add [email protected] to your contact list.
The individual(s) recommended for hire must undergo a job-related reference check, DMV report, and a drug test.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Brandi Reyes at [email protected].
As an equal opportunity employer, the Districts strongly encourage people with disabilities and people from historically marginalized communities to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, the Districts strongly encourage people with disabilities and people from historically marginalized communities to apply.
To learn more about how the Sanitation Districts converts waste into resources, please visit the following video: Converting Waste into Resources.
