Salary: $2,355.76 - $3,525.60 Biweekly
Location : City of Long Beach, CA
Job Type: Classified - Full-Time, Permanent
Job Number: K77AN-24
Department: Public Works - (CL)
Opening Date: 02/16/2024
Closing Date: 5/3/2024 4:30 PM Pacific
DESCRIPTION
Applications are available online beginning Friday, February 16, 2024, through 4:30 pm, Friday, May 3, 2024. (EXTENDED)
SALARY INFORMATION:
Grade I - $2,355.76-$3,192.16 Bi-Weekly
Grade II - $2,599.12-$3,525.60 Bi-Weekly
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Investigates the need for installation or modernization of traffic signals and for regulatory and warning signs, left turn or right turn only or permit signs, and pavement markings to help channelize traffic; plans the placement of signs to limit parking; prepares diagrams and scale drawings of street conditions, requests traffic counts, interviews interested persons, and obtains accident data and other information from office files; compiles and analyzes data and makes computations; investigates, analyzes and prepares reports with recommendations in response to public complaints and requests concerning traffic signs and signal installations, signal timing and various street and curb zone markings; prepares special traffic engineering reports with recommendations based on departmental procedures and policies, pertinent laws and recognized national standards; prepares work orders for field maintenance and installation crews; coordinates installations of traffic and street name signs in the City; performs other related duties as required.
REQUIREMENTS TO FILE
Education equivalent to completion of two years of college coursework in engineering or engineering technology (proof required)* AND one year of experience in sub-professional traffic engineering work or investigating the need for traffic regulatory devices.
OPPORTUNITES FOR SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION OR EXPERIENCE
Experience offering specific and substantial preparation for the duties of the position may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
*Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristic on the form. Degrees must indicate the field of study and transcripts must indicate field of study and degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing.
A valid driver's license must be submitted to the hiring department at the time of the selection interview.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
EXAMINATION WEIGHTS:
Application and Supplemental Application.............................................Qualifying
Appraisal Interview.........................................................................................100%
A minimum rating of 70 must be attained in order to pass the examination. Certification by score bands will be considered based on analysis of exam results. The resulting eligible list will remain in effect for at least one year. Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. Only those candidates showing the strongest backgrounds on the basis of comparative analysis will be invited to the examination process. Based on the number of applications accepted, the selection procedure may be changed. In the event a revision is necessary, the affected persons will be notified.
In accordance with Civil Service Procedure 3.38, all eligible veterans that successfully qualify on any or all open-competitive examinations shall receive an additional credit of ten (10) points that will be added to their original passing score. Disabled veterans passing the examination shall receive a credit of fifteen (15) points that will be added to their original passing score. (A copy of the veterans DD-214, Member 4 form indicating honorable discharge must be attached to the application at the time of filing.)
If you have not received notification of the status of your application within two weeks of filing your application, please contact the Civil Service Department at (562) 570-6202.
EQUITY AND INCLUSION
The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.
The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting
In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.
This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-6202. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Civil Service Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-6202. For hearing impaired, call (562) 570-6638.
An Equal Opportunity Employer.
J.O.B. K77AN-24 TEA:TM CSC 02/14/2024
Employee Benefits
The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally. As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:
• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)
• Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave
• Deferred Compensation
• Credit Union Membership
• Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Free Employee Parking
• Paid Parental Leave*
*Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).
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INSTRUCTIONS: The purpose of these supplemental questions is to derive more specific information about your qualifications for the position of Traffic Engineering Aide I-II . Applicants must clearly demonstrate their qualifying experience.Resumes will not be considered as part of the Civil Service application process and may not be substituted in lieu of the completed application or supplemental questionnaire application (i.e., responses should NOT state "see resume"). The application and supplemental application must be completed and submitted by the filing deadline for further consideration. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalency.If you require assistance, please call our customer service line at (562) 570-6202 during the filing period between the hours of 7:30 AM-4:30 PM, Monday through Friday.By selecting "yes" you understand the instructions for completing and submitting the application, supplemental questionnaire, and required documents for this job that you are applying for. If you do not understand the instructions, please contact Civil Service at (562) 570-6202.

• Yes

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REQUIREMENTS TO FILE: Education equivalent to completion of two years of college coursework in engineering or engineering technology is required. Experience offering specific and substantial preparation for the duties of the position may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.Do you possess two (2) years of college coursework in engineering or engineering technology AND have attached proof to this application?

• I have a two years of college coursework in engineering or engineering technology AND have attached proof to this online application education
• I do not have a two years of college coursework in engineering or engineering technology; HOWEVER, I will substitute experience (as described in the requirements) offering specific and substantial preparation for the duties of the position for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
• I do not qualify under any of the above options. I understand that selecting this option will disqualify me from this position.

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REQUIREMENTS TO FILE (continued): One year of experience in sub-professional traffic engineering work or investigating the need for traffic regulatory devices is required. How many years of experience do you have in the aforementioned?

• No paid experience
• 0-6 months
• 7-11 months
• 12 months or more

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EXPERIENCE: One year of experience in sub-professional traffic engineering work or investigating the need for traffic regulatory devices. is required. Describe your experience in sub-professional traffic engineering work or investigating the need for traffic regulatory devices.To receive credit for the required experience, you must include the following information describing your experience as it relates to the requirements. Do not copy and paste your resume . 1) Employer Name 2) Your Job Title 3) Dates of employment (mo/year to mo/year) 4) Total average hours per week 5) Describe duties performed for the position held. Your responses must be complete to receive credit for this experience. Incomplete responses WILL NOT receive credit. If you do not have any related experience, indicate with NONE.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS By answering yes, I understand that proof of required documents must be submitted as attachments at the time of filing. I also understand that failure to submit all required documents at the time of filing will result in my application being considered incomplete.Proofs for this position may include: college transcripts/degrees and/or DD-214 Member 4 Form, if claiming veteran's preference. Please note that candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalency at the time of filing .
For information on evaluation services:

• Yes

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I understand that the City of Long Beach utilizes electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information related to job applications submitted online through Governmentjobs.com. As an applicant, if I do not wish to receive emails from the City of Long Beach and decide to unsubscribe from email notifications and/or text messages, I may miss important information (i.e. employment opportunities) regarding the status of any job applications that I submit online.If you have questions or need clarification, please contact the Civil Service Department at (562) 570-6202.

• Yes

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By answering "yes" and submitting this application, I certify the following that: 1) I have personally completed the information provided and that it is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge; and2) I understand that any falsification may cancel any terms, conditions, or privileges of employment.I understand and acknowledge the aforementioned statement.

• Yes

Required Question