Become an Associate Architect

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  Benefits Eligible

This is the full professional level. Incumbents, under general supervision, are assigned either to architectural design projects or full management responsibility for projects.

Associate Architect

Positions are responsible for client assistance in the program derivation, planning, development of architectural plans and elevations, materials, colors, and finishes; management of projects that are architectural in nature with emphasis on the coordination of architectural features with the various engineering disciplines during the development stage; the coordination of architectural and engineering features during the construction phases, working with the contractor, and related personnel.

This classification is eligible for the following pay:

$9,429 - $11,798 (paid every month)

In addition to the above pay items, employees are eligible for medical benefits (health, dental, vision) and may be eligible for other differentials.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website. 

Minimum Qualifications

Experience:

Either I
Two years of experience in California state service performing the duties of an Architectural Designer, Range B, or Architectural Assistant.

Or II
Four years of architectural experience in an architectural office which is engaged in the planning and designing of a wide variety of buildings.

And

Education:
Equivalent to graduation from college with major work in architecture. (Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.).

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge:
Architecture, architectural practice, details of planning and designing of public buildings, and groups of buildings; architectural and building materials; costs, codes, and construction methods; structural, electrical, and mechanical engineering as related to buildings.

Ability to:
Make and analyze comprehensive architectural designs; present information clearly and effectively in pictorial and written forms; analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.

Special Personal Characteristics
Demonstrated creative and artistic ability.

There are no available positions at this time, but new opportunities are posted regularly - check back soon!