Project Engineer – Capital Improvement Planning (Budget & Finance) JAO

Job Description:

Project Engineer – Capital Improvement Planning (Budget & Finance) JAO

Description

JOB POSTING

THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICTS

invites applications for the position of:

PROJECT ENGINEER: ENGINEERING ASSOCIATE II, III - CIVIL ENGINEER

#SG-196-26E

OUR MISSION

The Sanitation Districts protect public health and the environment through innovative and cost-effective wastewater and solid waste management, and in doing so convert waste into resources such as recycled water, energy and materials.
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT, BUDGET AND FINANCE SECTION, JOINT ADMINISTRATION OFFICE, WHITTIER

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

To perform a variety of professional project engineering work to support capital planning and ensure the financial stability and long-term viability of the Sanitation Districts.

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 Engineer, the incumbent will help shape the future of capital project management at the Districts. This collaborative, analytical role will:

• Partner across departments to collect and evaluate information related to proposed capital projects
• Implement software to optimize asset investment planning, manage risk, and maximize value to the Districts
• Develop prioritized capital improvement plans and funding strategies
• Build and analyze budgets, quarterly reports, and long-term financial projections
• Support capital improvement program (CIP) software improvements, enhancing how projects are tracked and prioritized
• Contribute to the strategic and business planning process for the Districts’ facilities
• Evaluate project data and develop creative solutions to novel problems
• Provide engineering expertise in support of budget development
• Review the work of consultants, vendors, or temporary agency workers on a project basis
• Recommend improvements to procedures, policies, and agreements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must possess all of the following:

• A valid California Class C driver license
  

-AND-

ENGINEERING ASSOCIATE II:

• Option 1: A bachelor's degree and master’s degree both in a pertinent engineering discipline from an accredited and recognized college or university
  
• Option 2: A bachelor's degree from an accredited and recognized college or university in a related science with an Engineer-In-Training Certificate and a master's degree from an accredited and recognized college or university in a pertinent engineering discipline
  
• Option 3: Two (2) years of professional engineering experience subsequent to earning a bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited and recognized college or university
  

ENGINEERING ASSOCIATE III:

• Option 1: Two (2) years of experience as an Engineering Associate II
  
• Option 2: Four (4) years of professional engineering experience subsequent to earning a bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited and recognized college or university
  

CIVIL ENGINEER:

• Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer with the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists
  
• AND:
  
• Option 1: Six (6) years of professional engineering experience subsequent to earning a bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited and recognized college or university
  
• Option 2: A master's degree in engineering from an accredited and recognized college or university -AND- Three (3) years of professional engineering experience
  
• Option 3: A PhD in engineering from an accredited and recognized college or university -AND- two (2) years of professional engineering experience
  

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

The ideal candidate is a critical and creative thinker who is detail-oriented, self-motivated, positive, and collaborative. Desirable experience includes developing project plans, studies, and reports; conducting risk and asset management analysis; project tracking; working with outside departments and consultants; familiarity with the operation of wastewater and solid waste facilities; and project budget preparation.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This position will remain open until filled and may be closed at any time without prior notice. To ensure your application is considered, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

SELECTION PROCESS:

• Applications and Supplemental Questions will be reviewed and evaluated for relevant experience.
  
• Candidates considered to have the best qualifications will be invited to an oral interview.
  
• The selection process will consist of an oral interview weighted at 100%
  
  • There will be a written assessment included as part of the interview.
    
• An eligibility list will be established upon completion of the interview based on the interview scores.
  

Please apply online at www.lacsd.org within the application period. You may attach your resume but they will not be accepted in lieu of a completed LACSD Employment application. Check your e-mail regularly throughout the recruitment process as notifications are sent via e-mail. Please make sure that your registered e-mail address is accurate and current. To ensure proper delivery add [email protected] to your contact list.

NOTE:

The individual(s) recommended for hire must undergo a job-related pre-employment physical, as well as a reference check, background, check, DMV report, and a drug test.

To learn more about how the Sanitation Districts convert waste into resources, please visit the following video: Converting Waste into Resources .

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Shelley Glasman at (562)-908-42288, ext. 1340.
As an equal opportunity employer, the Districts strongly encourage people with disabilities and people from historically marginalized communities to apply.

RETIREMENT

• CALPERS: The Districts belong to the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS), and all monthly status new hires will be enrolled in CalPERS. Most new hires will be enrolled in the defined benefit formula of 2% @ 62 in accordance with the Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) and are required to contribute to the plan (7.75% for the 24/25 fiscal year). Those who qualify based on current or previous public service may be enrolled in the defined benefit formula in place on December 31, 2012, which was 2% @ 55 and are considered “classic” members. For “classic” members, the Districts pay the “employee share.” Please contact the Human Resources Department for more information regarding contribution rates. Although Districts employees are exempt from Social Security, employees are required by federal law to contribute a percentage of their salary for Medicare coverage.

• DEFERRED COMP MATCH: For some bargaining units, the Districts provides a matching contribution to an eligible deferred compensation plan pursuant to Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code. The match with each paycheck will be the lesser of: 3% of the employee's base monthly salary as listed in the Salary Schedule; and the amount the employee is contributing with that paycheck. The annual total combined employee and employer contribution are subject to IRS limits.

COMPENSATION

Employees receive annual salary increases until reaching step 5 of the salary range and are provided with opportunities to promote. Cost of living adjustments are implemented annually in accordance with labor agreements.

HEALTH INSURANCE

• MEDICAL: Districts paid. Employees may choose from several HMO and Indemnity plans. As of January 1, 2026, the Districts contribute $2,417.99 per month for medical insurance. Depending on the choice of health plan, the Districts contribution covers all or a large portion of the premium for family coverage.

• DENTAL: Districts paid. Employees can choose from prepaid and indemnity dental plans. The Districts pay the full premium for employee and dependent coverage. The indemnity dental plan will has an annual in network maximum of $1,750, and an out of network maximum of $1,000.

• VISION: Employee paid.

• LIFE: The Districts pay for a term life policy. Employees can buy additional types and amounts of life insurance coverage at group rates.

LEAVE TIME

• VACATION: Employees receive 88 hours of paid vacation after one full year of service, increasing up to 128 hours per year after five years, 168 hours per year after 15 years and up to 208 hours after 25 years. Prior to one year of full service, employees are given partial vacation time on January 1, based on the time worked in the preceding year.

• SICK LEAVE : Eight hours of full-pay sick leave per month.

• PERSONAL LEAVE: Employees may use up to 24 hours per calendar year from current sick leave for personal reasons. Some bargaining units allow up to 40 hours per calendar year from current sick leave for personal reasons.

• PAID PARENTAL LEAVE: Employees may use up to 80 hours of paid parental leave for each birth, foster placement and/or adoption (regardless of the number of children involved) as determined by the parental leave policy.

HOLIDAYS
13 paid holidays and one-half paid holiday depending on the employee's work schedule.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT
Employees may be eligible for tuition reimbursement for approved accredited course work.

STUDENT LOAN PAYMENT REIMBURSEMENT
For some bargaining units, the Districts will provide student loan payment reimbursements for principal or interest paid by the employee on a qualified education loan incurred by the employee for the education of the employee. The annual maximum reimbursement is $5,250 and the lifetime reimbursement limit is $21,000.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & OTHER BENEFITS

• A rewarding career contributing to society and the environment.
• Flexible work schedules (e.g. 9/80 schedule) depending on the worksite.
• Clear policies and procedures.
• Health and safety programs.
• Carpool opportunities with monetary incentives depending on the worksite.

More detailed benefits information can be found here: Districts Benefits

NOTE: The provisions of this posting do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this posting may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

Updated January 2, 2026

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Salary:

$9,782.00 - $14,308.00 Monthly