ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1) 70%

Responsible for management and administration of engineering projects. 

·         Monitor project design and construction to assure compliance with approved schedules.

·         Assist with plan review to assure compliance with accepted engineering practices and adopted city standards.

-        Prepare permit applications, correspondence, and reports related to city projects with federal, state, county, and other agencies and the general public.

·         Prepare and maintain proper records, reports, and documents related to design and construction of engineering projects.

·         Proactively interact with the public regarding engineering projects.

·         Attend public meetings and give technical presentations when needed.

·         Review inspection reports and make recommendations on payment requests.

2) 30% 

Responsible for assisting with operations of the Planning & Engineering Department. 

·         Assist with construction inspection for engineering projects.

·         Provide assistance with building inspection as necessary.

·         Respond to requests for service from the public, outside agencies, and other city departments.

·         Review site plans, drainage plans, and other engineering-related items associated with planning approvals.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Roles:  This position requires the ability to work independently, work well with others, and perform in a team environment on a daily basis.  Regular participation in project development, scheduling, and strategic planning is expected.  Negotiation, persuasion, tact, and diplomacy are essential for effectively performing tasks.

Impact:  Successful completion of work tasks results in projects completed on time, within budget, and to the satisfaction of a well-informed public.

Latitude:  Most duties are self-determined, planned, and arranged by performer.  Problem solving requires advanced technical knowledge.  Most decisions not affecting other departments may be made independently based on city policy and sound engineering principles. 

Interaction:  Daily interaction with employees throughout the organization, the general public, contractors and other governmental agencies.

Education:

·         Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, required.

Experience:

·         Civil engineering or municipal construction experience, preferred.

Skills:

·         Knowledge of engineering principles and practices in the design and construction of municipal projects.

·         Knowledge of civil engineering as applied to the methods and practices essential to design and construction of municipal improvements including stormwater systems, water and sanitary sewer lines, sidewalks, streets, and water and wastewater operational facilities.

·         Ability to develop long-term plans and programs.

·         Ability to prepare and organize technical reports, estimates, and construction and cost records.

·         Ability to access, input, process, and retrieve information from the computer.

·         Ability to meet and deal tactfully with the general public and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Certification/License:

·         Valid Kansas driver’s license and a good driving record, required.

·         Valid Kansas Engineer Intern Certificate or Professional Engineer’s License required within twelve months of employment.

Work Environment:  Occasional (25%) exposure to adverse weather conditions and hazardous situations.  Seldom (10%) carrying and lifting of 30 pounds.  Occasional bending, squatting, and twisting.  Frequent use of manual dexterity and visualization of a computer screen throughout the day.  Occasional evening City Council and Planning Commission meetings.