Published date: October 28, 2025

Assistant Civil Engineer – Public Works (Stormwater Division)

City of Rancho Cordova, CA

Salary: $8,175.77 – $9,961.38 Monthly – DOQ

Employment Type: Full-Time | Flexible/Hybrid Schedule

Closing Date: November 20, 2025

Join a dynamic and growing community on the American River as part of Rancho Cordova’s Public Works Stormwater Team. This team manages six miles of river and 41 miles of creeks and channels, working to safely convey runoff, protect water quality, and support sustainable development.

The Assistant Civil Engineer will assist with drainage system operations and maintenance, stormwater quality programs and NPDES permit compliance, floodplain management, and development project plan reviews. This role provides the opportunity to contribute to projects that make a lasting environmental and community impact.

Ideal candidates are collaborative, detail-oriented, and passionate about public service and environmental protection.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.

Experience:

• At least one (1) year of technical engineering experience is desirable; stormwater-specific experience is highly desirable.

Licenses/Certificates:

• Valid Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certificate issued by the State of California.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Class C driver’s license and maintain a satisfactory driving record.

Benefits include:

• CalPERS retirement, Universal Time Off (vacation/sick leave), tuition reimbursement, alternate work schedules, and generous medical/dental/vision options.

Apply by November 20, 2025! Apply Online: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/ranchocordova