Assistant County Engineer

Assistant County Engineer

Benton County is seeking a motivated and innovative engineering professional to join our leadership team as Assistant County Engineer. Working closely with the County Engineer/Public Works Director, this position plays a vital role in managing the County's highways, bridges, and drainage infrastructure while helping lead operations across multiple public works divisions.

We are looking for a collaborative leader who combines technical expertise with strong management and mentoring skills to supervise staff, oversee projects and programs, support strategic decision-making, and help deliver high-quality infrastructure and public services that benefit our communities.

If you're a collaborative engineering leader who enjoys mentoring staff, overseeing complex public works programs, and helping turn strategic goals into successful projects, this is the position for you! Licensed and non-licensed, Minnesota Professional Civil Engineers are encouraged to apply.

Each position grade level includes 11 wage steps. The minimum and maximum pay ranges for each level are listed below:

• Assistant County Engineer – Grade 17 Step 1: $45.16/hour | Step 11: $61.94/hour
• Assistant Public Works Director/Deputy County Engineer – Grade 19 Step 1: $49.79/hour | Step 11: $68.29/hour

Final date to receive applications:
Open until filled.

First Review of Applications:
Monday, July 20, 2026.

Interview Process:
Initial interviews may be conducted by phone or in person (TBD). Please monitor your email for updates and scheduling information.

Work Location:

Benton County Public Works/Highway Department

Typical

Working Hours:

7:30 a.m.

- 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with possible variations.

If you're ready to help lead public works operations, mentor staff, and deliver infrastructure projects that strengthen Benton County's communities, apply today!

Duties and Responsibilities Essential Functions

• Manage the planning, design, and construction of the County's highway projects.
• Prepare funding agreements for improvement projects that involve other government units; research and prepare federal and state applications for funding.
• Coordinate the preparation of material for presentations concerning future or pending construction projects and conduct public meetings.
• Manage the County's bridge inspection program.
• Supervise engineering staff, including assigning work, providing direction and scheduling, delivering training and mentoring, making hiring and termination recommendations, conducting performance evaluations, implementing performance improvement plans, and administering disciplinary actions.
• Manage the County's construction projects.
• Manage and prepare construction special provisions, contracts, and bidding proposals, and award contracts.
• Manage and perform survey, drafting, and design work, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.
• Manage and approve county permits and the Gopher One Call System.
• Manage MPCAs Municipal Stormwater Sewer Systems requirements.
• Assist the County Engineer/Public Works Director in the management of the county ditch drainage system.
• Coordinate and implement special projects.
• Prepare and report all CSAH needs to MnDOT State Aid.
• Assist in developing, administering, and maintaining the five-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for the engineering department and assist with the development of the annual budget, goals, priorities, and procedures for the department.
• Manage the pavement and asset management system for the County Road and bridge system.
• Attend training and education to maintain professional competence and keep abreast of new developments, trends, and technology in the engineering/public works field.
• Develop and maintain respectful and cooperative working relationships.
• Act as Department Head in the absence of the County Engineer/Public Works Director.
• Regular and reliable attendance according to the department's work schedule.
• Must attend a minimum of 18 hours of FHWA-approved bridge inspection refresher training, seminars, and NHI courses every 60 months to maintain the certification as a Bridge Inspection Team Leader.
• Attend training as needed.
• Represent the department to a variety of officials, organizations, contractors, and the general public.
• Assist in the development and presentation of information at public meetings and hearings.
• Serve as the County Engineer, as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned or apparent.

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications A. Completion of an approved two (2) year highway/civil engineering technology, drafting, or land surveying program; and

B. Two (2) years of civil engineering experience or relevant work experience, with

C. One (1) year of experience in a supervisory or leadership role; OR

D. Equivalent combination of education/training/experience.

E. Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to drive in the state of Minnesota; and

F. Must…