Assistant County Engineer

Under the direction of the County Engineer, the employee is responsible for inspecting projects and maintaining records, planning and coordinating road and bridge projects, supervising foremen and assigning work projects. Department projects include patching roads, bush hogging rights-of-ways, resurfacing roads, building and improving dirt roads, building and maintaining paved roads, upgrading bridges and culverts and correcting drainage problems.

• The employee shall perform all duties commonly discharged by the Assistant County Engineer and pursuant to the Professional Engineer’s Code of Ethics and the duties and responsibilities as set out by the Code of Alabama (1975).
• The employee shall attend meetings and or conferences relating to matters of County Engineering and maintain membership in the Alabama County Engineers Association in order to maintain professional development.
• It is understood by the employee that his immediate supervisor will be the County Engineer and it is an essential part of the employee’s employment that he at all times acts in a dignified, professional and courteous manner to the County Engineer.
• The employee shall perform all duties and responsibilities assigned to him by the County Engineer and the employer.

• Ability to communicate with employees, supervisor, and general public in person, over the phone.
• Ability to read road maps, blueprints, topo maps and notices.
• Ability to write and complete forms and daily activity report.
• Math skill to determine supplies needed for projects; add, subtract, multiply and divide.
• Physical dexterity to climb and maneuver over rough ground.
• Knowledge of road construction and resurfacing methods and practices.
• Knowledge of road drainage system methods and practices.
• Ability to supervise others.
• Ability to plan and coordinate work projects.
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods of time in varying extremes of weather conditions.
• Knowledge or ability to learn related design software (CAD, Micro Station, Etc.)

• Possess a degree in engineering and be certified as an Engineer Intern in the State of Alabama and maintain said certification.
• Ability to be on call and assist with emergencies as required
• Possess a valid Alabama driver’s license.
• Ability to work nonstandard hours.
• Certified Bridge Inspector or have the ability to become certified.
• Certified as a Roadway Technician or have the ability to become certified.
• Certified as a Concrete Technician or have the ability to become certified.
• Certified as a Herbicide Applicator or have the ability to become certified.
• Familiar with ALDOT specifications and procedures.
• Ability to travel to training sessions, meetings and workshops.
• Ability to read and comprehend Geneva County Policies and Procedures Manual.

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university.

This is a professional, full-time position and, as such, is exempt from overtime. Salary is commensurate with licensing and experience.

Other Benefits:

• Paid sick leave and vacation time
• Paid time off for federal and state holidays
• BCBS of Alabama health insurance effective date of hire (single premium paid by the county and 76% of family premium paid by the county)
• Retirement Systems of Alabama effective date of hire
• County Provided Vehicle (Not for personal use)

“Geneva County is an Equal Opportunity Employer”