• Regular attendance is an essential requirement
• Performs related work as assigned and/or required

• City, state and federal regulations, codes and ordinances pertaining to public works engineering and construction.
• Principals, practices, methods and techniques of civil engineering including but not limited to road, streetlight, sanitary sewer, water, and storm drainage design.
• Plan layout and design.
• Water, Sewer, and Storm Drainage development and design standards.
• CSI and WSDOT Standard Specifications.
• Standard construction practices.
• Standard construction inspection techniques.
• Construction Contract Management.

• Developing work plans and schedules.
• Assessing the relative advantages and disadvantages of alternative courses of action.
• Reading, interpreting and applying federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations governing engineering projects.
• Analyzing and evaluating construction issues and taking effective action to correct deficiencies and resolve problems.
• Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing with a variety of stakeholders.
• Preparing a variety of correspondence, reports and other written materials and documents.
• Using desktop computers and application software that can assist in performing tasks.

• Plan, organize, and schedule work assignments.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Research and prepare detailed recommendations and written reports.
• Analyze and identify problem areas and develop solutions.
• Work concurrently on a wide variety of tasks and functions.
• Interpret and assess field data for use in design of public works projects.
• Design and prepare engineering plans, specifications and estimates for public works projects.
• The ability to get along with others and be effective team member.

The City of Bremerton is committed to integrating diverse perspectives into our workplace culture and encourages our employees to bring their whole, authentic selves to work. We strive to create a diverse team that allows us to effectively connect to the community we serve.

Applicants can apply on-line at http://www.BremertonWA.gov/169/Current-Jobs, or application packets may be obtained from the Human Resources Department, Cobweb, or by calling (360) 473-5348. First review of applications - March 17.

Required Application Materials: A City application is required; a resume is optional. Incomplete application packets will not be considered. Required application materials must be returned to the Human Resources Office by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. The City of Bremerton is NOT responsible for errors of any kind with faxed or e-mailed application packets. Original signature is required on paper application forms. It is the responsibility of the applicant to carefully list all pertinent experience and training.

Appraisal of Experience and Education/Training: At this initial review, application packets may be evaluated entirely on the basis of information you provided in the completed City application form. Applicants should include all relevant information on the City application. Applicant’s education, training, and experience will be assessed. The passing score is 70%. The top qualifying candidates will be invited to participate further in the examination process. Meeting or exceeding qualifications does not guarantee the applicant will be invited to participate in the oral examination process.

Oral Examination: A panel will evaluate the applicant’s training, experience, and ability to perform the job.

Placement on the eligibility list is determined by weighted examination scores as follows:

Appraisal of application packet regarding Experience and Education/Training -
Passing Score 70% - Weight 40%

Oral Examination - Passing Score 70% - Weight 60%

Applicants must achieve a score of 70% or better on each portion of the exam in order to be placed on the hiring list.

Employee Preference: Regular City employees applying for and passing an Open Examination will have seven point five (7.5) percent of their PASSING score added to establish their final score.

Veteran's Preference: Veterans, who have passed an examination, shall be entitled to preference pursuant to Chapter 41.04 RCW.

NOTE TO APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: Applicants with disabilities who will need special accommodation for examination must advise Human Resources no later than one (1) week prior to the scheduled examination so that appropriate arrangements can be made. (360) 473-5348.

LEGAL and REGULATORY EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

The City of Bremerton is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.

MEDICAL AND DENTAL INSURANCE
Effective the first of the month following the date of hire, regular employees are eligible for the City's medical and dental plans. Employees are also eligible for vision insurance on the first day of the month in which the third consecutive monthly premium payment is made on their behalf.

Currently, the City pays the premium for your choice of one of two health insurance plans, Kaiser Permanente or Regence HealthFirst 250 Plan. To cover dependents employee's pay 20% of the dependent premium. Dependents may be added when you are hired, within 30 days of birth or adoption, during the annual open enrollment, or if you have a qualifying event (e.g. marriage, divorce, spouse loss of job or medical coverage). Detailed coverage and rate information is available from Human Resources.

The City provides a dental plan through Washington Dental Service for employee and dependents at no cost to the employee. Dependents can be added when hired, within 30 days of birth or adoption, or at annual open enrollment.

STIPEND IN LIEU OF MEDICAL COVERAGE
An employee who waives the right to obtain medical insurance coverage through the City and who provides proof of credible coverage through his/her spouse or other source shall be entitled to receive a a monthly stipend as outlined below:

Employee Only $250.00
Employee & Spouse $300.00
Employee, Spouse & 1 Dependent $350.00
Employee, Spouse & 2 Dependents $400.00
Employee & 1 Dependent $300.00
Employee & 2 Dependents $350.00

Employees are required to notify Human Resources, in writing, of their desire to waive medical coverage.

TEAMSTERS WELFARE TRUST VISION BENEFIT PLAN
Eligible candidates must participate. See Summary Plan Description for details.

LIFE INSURANCE
Life Insurance is available at the employee's expense in amounts from $10,000 to $500,000. You may enroll when hired or at annual open enrollment.

VOLUNTARY LONG-TERM DISABILITY (LTD)
LTD coverage is available at the employee's expense. LTD will pay you up to 60% of your salary if you become disabled for more than 90 days due to the same or a related sickness or injury, which must be accumulated within a 180 day period.

RETIREMENT
The City provides a comprehensive retirement program through the Public Employment Retirement System (PERS) or Public Safety Employees Retirement System (PSERS). If you have an account established in PERS prior to October 1, 1977, Plan 1 would apply or after October 1, 1977, Plan 2 would apply. Effective September 1, 2002, you have the option of Plan 2 or Plan 3. You have 90 days from your employment date to choose between Plan 2 and Plan 3. If you have not decided within 90 days of employment, you will automatically be enrolled in Plan 3, Option A, at 5%. PSERS Plan 2 was created by the 2004 Legislature for certain public employees whose jobs contain a high degree of physical risk to their own personal safety. Employees hired into eligible PSERS positions on or after July 1, 2006 will automatically become members of PSERS.

The PERS plans 1 and 2 are defined benefit plans to be taken when you qualify for retirement. Service credit and average final compensation with a minimum of 5 years service for vesting determine the amount of the benefit. Plan 3 is a combination of defined benefit plan and a defined contribution plan. See your plan booklets for further information

DEFERRED COMPENSATION
You may choose from three different plans. You may contribute with a minimum of $30 per month and a maximum annual contribution of $22,500.

For additional benefit information, click here.