Assistant County Highway Engineer

Assists the Physical Development Division Director and County Highway Engineer in managing and coordinating the professional engineering functions and activities of the Division for county infrastructure projects. Manages and directs (parks, trails, highway, and bridges) design, right of way, water resources and construction functions of the division, overseeing projects and asset management for all activities therein and providing guidance in dealing with complex programming, operation, and capital issues.

Responsible for supervision, personnel management, budget preparation, and administration for these functions. Represents the County at meetings and committees involving the public and officials of state, federal, and local governmental agencies. Leads internal and external teams to meet County strategic goals. Serves as County Engineer in their absence.

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Full Job Description

• Manages and directs highway, bridge, park, and trails design, right of way, and construction functions of the division.
• Manages and coordinates transportation and recreation infrastructure improvement activities. Coordinates and directs project managers for all infrastructure improvement projects. Works directly with the Physical Development Division Director and County Highway Engineer.
• Assists with preparation of short- and long-term Transportation Improvement Plans, and Parks Improvement Plans.
• Leads, supervises, and directs the work of assigned staff, including scheduling work and staff training sessions, approving absences, evaluating performance, monitoring career development, hiring, and disciplinary actions.
• Serves as County Engineer in their absence.
• Prepares annual budgets and monitors budget projections to ensure fiscal responsibility for the division.

Requires equivalency of a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, licensed as a professional civil engineer in the State of Minnesota and eight years of professional and administrative experience in civil engineering and public infrastructure projects with an emphasis in parks, highway planning, design, and construction and at least three years supervising professional staff. Must possess a valid driver's license and a reliable form of transportation for the performance of work responsibilities.

Selection for this position will be based on a minimum qualifications screening and rating of training and experience. Top candidates will be forwarded to hiring manager or supervisor for consideration for interview and/or additional assessments. Final selection will include a background check and approval by the County Board.