Engineering Associate II Salary $50,757.00 - $58,037.00 Annually Location: Towson, MD Job Type: MERIT Job Number: 02.636 02-26 Department: ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AND SUSTAINABILITY Opening Date: 02/13/2026
Description Benefits Questions Pay Schedule
i. Grade 26, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week
A vacancy exists in the Department of Environmental Protection and Sustainability. A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below. Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants. All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time. List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.
Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.
You MUST attach your transcript(s) and/or certification(s) / license(s) to your application. Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Examples of Duties
Definition of Responsibility Under general supervision, performs routine subprofessional engineering, drafting, design, and computational work.
Examples of Essential Duties Performs routine drafting and computational work required to review detailed construction drawings and site plans. Reviews elementary design work during the review of plans and specifications for the Department of Environmental Protection & Sustainability reviews. Operates computers and peripheral equipment to perform GIS work and computer aided review of engineering drawings, plans, and projects. Interprets construction plans and deeds. Plots property outlines from drawings and deed descriptions. Performs title searches and prepares legal metes and bounds descriptions. Prepares maps, drawings, and signs.
Reviews right-of-way plats. Plots templates on cross sections to determine right-of-way, earth quantities, and drainage traps. Prepares legal metes and bounds descriptions, prepares drawings and reports for use in condemnation cases. Computes engineering costs estimates. Plots property outlines from drawings and deed descriptions. Performs title searches to verify metes and bounds descriptions. Prepares and maintains correspondence, reports and records.
Examples of Other Duties Performs other related duties as required.
(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)
Qualifications
Required Qualifications Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent Plus Six years subprofessional engineering experience. (Additional qualifying education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to maximum of four years for the required experience.)
Preferred Qualifications Experience with the Baltimore County building permit process General knowledge of the Baltimore County development process Experience in using database software used to track permit application progress Experience in using land management informational software such as Baltimore County's My Neighborhood or other GIS software, the state of Maryland's Real Property search tool and Land Recordation websites Ability to read site plans and construction drawings
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level) Knowledge of drafting materials, instruments, and techniques Knowledge of mathematics, including algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and the use of logarithms Knowledge of land surveys, deeds, plats, and construction drawings Skill in drafting, computational work, and design work Skill in the preparation of drawings, right-of-way plats, metes and bounds descriptions, and engineering related reports Skill in solving mathematical problems Skill in reviewing building construction plans for private residences Ability to solve drafting and computational problems Ability to follow oral and written directions Ability to make field inspections Ability to operate computers and peripheral equipment used to perform drafting and design work, and to conduct engineering studies Ability to review building construction plans for commercial projects
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Full Performance) Knowledge of County and Departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures Knowledge of County engineering standards, codes, and specifications Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of computer aided drafting and design Knowledge of computers and software used in GIS and to conduct computer modeling and engineering studies Skill in solving drafting and computational problems Skill in the operation of computers and peripheral equipment to perform drafting and design work and to conduct engineering studies Skill in reviewing building construction plans for commercial projects
Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicants major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application by the closing date of the job posting. Proof of Degree Equivalency Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org). Mail or deliver documents to: ATTN: Engineering Associate IIOffice of Human ResourcesBaltimore County Government308 Allegheny AvenueTowson, MD 21204
You MUST attach your transcript(s) and/or certification(s) / license(s) to your application.
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE Qualified applicants will be assigned a rating based on an evaluation of their training and experience as submitted on their applications and supplemental questions. Applications should state clearly and completely for evaluation purposes the dates, duties, and responsibilities of past and present experience.
Physical and Environmental Conditions The work of this classification is essentially sedentary, with occasional walking, standing, and other limited physical activities including travel to various work sites.
Employment Background Investigation Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks.
Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time, merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.
Equal Opportunity Employer Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.
Smoke free workplace All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.
Drug free workplace Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.
Salary Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.
Employee Assistance Program Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.
Health Insurance Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include: Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.
Life Insurance Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employees annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.
Retirement Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions.
Paid Leave Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification.
Sick Leave Vacation Leave Personal Leave Holidays Bereavement Leave Jury Leave Military Leave
Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.
Direct Deposit Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.
Educational Assistance 70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.
Deferred Compensation Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.
Disclaimer This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.
Do you have experience with any County's building permit application process? Yes No
Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering "N/A" to this question.
Do you have experience with any County's land development review process? Yes No
Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. If you chose "