Civil Engineer II

Nature of Work

Advanced engineering and supervisory work in the operation of a Public Works facility or in the study, design, and construction of complex Public Works Department projects. Work involves supervising and participating in the design, planning, and scheduling of projects, inspecting materials and workmanship, and managing the projects, including overseeing the work of contractors and consultants. It also involves the performance of special studies and projects, writing reports of findings, preparing environmental impact statements, meeting with individuals and groups to discuss Public Works issues, assisting in budget preparations, coordinating civic events, and issuing construction permits.

An employee in this classification exercises considerable independence in the performance of duties, oversees the work of a number of subordinates, and receives general guidance from a superior.

The knowledge, skills, and abilities may be acquired through, but are not limited to, the following combination of education and/or experience. Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering field AND experience in project management, technical problem‑solving, report writing, and public works facility operations.

Must become a Professional Engineer registered by the State of Nebraska by the end of the probationary employment period. Must be able to transport oneself or coordinate transportation to work sites throughout the City during the course of the work day.

$79,622.40 with step increases to $ annually.

Forty‑hour work week. Paid leave per year: twelve days vacation; five days management; fifteen days sick; and fifteen holidays. Employee’s group health insurance, including major medical, vision, and dental, for individual or family. Defined benefit pension plan, plus Social Security, and more.

• Knowledge of the engineering principles, practices, and procedures as applied to design, construction, traffic engineering, street maintenance, or environmental engineering
• Knowledge of and ability to operate a computer or other technology using standard or customized computer or systems software applications appropriate to the assigned tasks
• Knowledge of the methods of project inspection, technical research, compiling reports, presenting findings, and making recommendations
• Knowledge of the sources of public works engineering information
• Ability to plan, schedule, supervise, and evaluate the work of subordinates involved in projects or the operation or maintenance of a Public Works Department facility
• Ability to negotiate with, select, oversee, and evaluate the work of private consultants and contractors
• Ability to meet with representatives of local utilities, concerned groups and individuals to discuss policies and projects
• Ability to conduct engineering studies, analyze areas of concern, and make recommendations for optimum courses of action
• Ability to assist in budget preparations and to forecast material, equipment, and manpower needs
• Ability to learn and adapt to advances in computer and electronics device technology and software
• Ability to understand written or oral instructions
• Ability to adhere to safety policies, procedures and guidelines
• Ability to sit from 76 to 100% of the time; and to climb, reach, balance, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, crouch, crawl, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, or type from 0 to 25% of the time
• Ability to use up to ten (10) pounds of force to move objects up to 33% of the time

Any one position may not perform all of the duties listed, nor do the listed examples include all of the duties that may be performed in positions allocated to this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Supervises and participates in the design of streets, sanitary and storm sewers, bridges, sidewalks, traffic signals, wastewater treatment facilities and equipment, and other structures
• Manages projects performed by outside agencies, preparing or reviewing plans and bid documents, ensuring code…