Assistant City Engineer

Assistant City Engineer

The Assistant City Engineer performs complex professional and technical work in the review and approval of building projects including new development, engineering design, cost estimates, CIP and special project development, construction management and field inspections. Work includes public and private development, transportation systems (roadways, bridges, trails and sidewalks), storm water systems, and right of way management. Completes work with substantial discretion and within broad parameters.

Reports to the City Engineer.

The preferred hiring range for this position is between $84,504.96 - $ annually. Starting offer is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity. This is a full-time, exempt, position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City's retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities.

Note:

This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of "Continuous." If interested in being considered, an application should be submitted as soon as possible. Applications may no longer be considered once a reasonable number of applications has been received or once a candidate to fill the position is identified. Applications may be evaluated on a continuous basis and interviews may be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment with candidates who are best qualified.

This job announcement may close at any time after 7 calendar days.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description. The City retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

• Reviews public and private plans of development for compliance for zoning, codes and regulations, inspects projects and works with customers to resolve identified issues.
• Administers the Public Rights of Way (PROW) program for private utility companies ensuring compliance with State law and City codes. Including but not limited to reviewing applications, plans, issuing permits, and providing construction administration.
• Administers the Neighborhood Drainage Program (NDP) including reviewing projects applications, visiting sites, preparing documents, managing the financing and overseeing construction administration.
• Provides oversight and support for Erosion and Sediment Control and Virginia Stormwater Management Programs.
• Reviews and approves building permit application and determining eligibility and compliance for issuing building permits.
• Supervises, trains, monitors, and evaluates the performance of subordinate engineers. Provides input on hiring, work objectives, and discipline; and in accordance with established personnel policies and procedures. Assists the City Engineer in establishing professional standards for work quality and accountability.
• Assists with and/or performs surveys, preparation of design criteria, designs, analyses, specification, plans, investigations, cost estimates and related matters.
• Assists in code development, technical specifications, and design standards.
• Assists in monitoring and reporting on division budget.
• Provides guidance to staff, owners, developers, engineers, contractors on concerns, compliance issues, and plans to ensure compliance with laws, codes, regulations and ensure a safe and compliant project. Professionally engages in discussions with the public, residents, developers, management, and others to resolve discrepancies and address issues.
• May represent the department at public meetings, preparing and presenting a variety of reports and information.
• Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of City equipment, tools and other resources, including work time.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
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