City engineer, Civil Engineering

Overview

Job Description
The City Engineer directs the employees and operations of the City’s Engineering and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Department in the design, construction, and records management of the City’s infrastructure and capital improvement projects. This is a management and professional engineer job directing major engineering activities for the City. The job is responsible to plan, coordinate and oversee consultants, contractors and staff on engineering design and construction projects, development review of subdivisions and new construction, including project approval, surveying, drafting/mapping, inspection, and contract compliance.

The role includes administrative responsibilities such as employee supervision, budget development and administration, project reporting, and public presentations. The City Engineer is also the designated Floodplain Administrator for the City of Pocatello. The position requires licensure as a Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Idaho, strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to interpret and convey complex technical information.

The City Engineer must maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, department heads, staff, contractors, regulatory agencies, and the general public. The role involves both office and field work, including exposure to construction zones, weather conditions, and traffic.

• Directs Engineering and GIS staff in the planning, design, and implementation of infrastructure projects and capital improvements, both in-house and through outside consultants.
• Oversees compliance with local, state, and federal engineering regulations.
• Serves as the City’s designated Floodplain Administrator per federal and municipal requirements.
• Evaluates subdivision and site development proposals to ensure engineering and code compliance.
• Coordinates projects involving multiple funding sources (e.g., federal aid, state grants), ensuring adherence to agency requirements and procurement regulations.
• Determines whether projects are managed in-house or outsourced; prepares and evaluates bid documents, awards contracts, and ensures construction meets all design, safety, and code requirements.
• Selects and supervises consulting engineers and monitors their compliance with contractual obligations.
• Oversees land and easement acquisition, including legal and permitting requirements.
• Obtains necessary project permits from federal, state, and local authorities.
• Reviews and approves engineering plans, plats, and construction documents for compliance with applicable statutes and standards.
• Leads hiring, training, supervision, evaluation, and discipline of department employees.
• Prepares and manages departmental and project-specific budgets, including federal aid and special project funds.
• Supervises Geographic Information System (GIS) development and integration with Engineering operations.
• Responds to inquiries and provide information to the public on flood plain management and elevations, boundary locations and descriptions, and maps.
• Issues floodplain elevation certificates and enforces floodplain development regulations per FEMA and NFIP guidelines.
• Prepares reports and presentations for the Mayor, City Council, and other stakeholders.
• Maintains detailed project records, databases, and compliance documentation.
• Participates in long-range infrastructure and capital planning with other departments and agencies.
• Performs related duties as assigned in accordance with City policies and safety practices.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required;
• Current Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Idaho required;
• Six (6) to eight (8) years of civil engineering experience required;
• Two (2) years of supervisory/management experience preferred;
• Certification as a Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) preferred but not required;
• Valid Idaho driver’s license required.

An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions…