Engineering Specialist

Description

Hiring Range: $46.06 – $51.49, with growth to $57.57

Do you love solving problems, working on projects that make a real difference, and seeing your work come to life? Join the City of Sumner as our next Engineering Specialist! In this entry‑level engineering role, you’ll help deliver public works projects that keep our community moving; from streets and sidewalks to utilities and infrastructure.

At Sumner, you’ll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact while enjoying a workplace that values innovation, teamwork, and work‑life balance.

This is a full‑time, FLSA non‑exempt position. Regular work schedule:
Monday‑Friday, 8:00 am‑5:00 pm. Attendance at evening meetings or other off‑duty events may be necessary on rare occasions.

The role, under the general direction of the City Engineer or designee, assists with planning, designing, organizing, coordinating and maintaining project and maintenance work for the Engineering division. This position does not supervise staff.

• Conduct organizational studies as directed.
• Assist in the preparation and review of public works plans, specifications, and contracts for various construction projects.
• Administer projects from initiation through completion.
• Coordinate engineering support and projects performed by other City departments.
• Assist in coordinating the activities of the division.
• Meet and work with engineering consultants, contractors, state and federal agency representatives, developers and the general public.
• Perform on‑site inspections of public works construction projects.
• Attend public meetings to receive and provide information.
• Provide input for the development and administration of department budgets; monitor, prepare and submit periodic budget updates; and monitor assigned performance measures.
• Seek grants for Public Works and other activities; write grant applications and perform proper follow‑up.
• Manage administrative reporting of CIP Grants.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Any combination of education and experience that provides the applicant with the listed knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management or a related engineering field is required.
• Civil engineering work experience of a municipal nature is preferred.

• Possession of, or ability to acquire, a valid Washington State driver’s license with a record free from serious or frequent violations.

• Principles and practices of Civil Engineering.
• Correct English language usage, including grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
• Methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis, report preparation and presentation.

• Complete field visits of construction projects and existing municipal infrastructure.
• Perform engineering effort of a municipal nature.
• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Follow policies and procedures.
• Read, interpret, apply, and explain rules, codes, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Use interpersonal skills with tact, patience and courtesy.
• Prioritize and schedule work.
• Work independently with direction and oversight.
• Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with all City departments.
• Perform a variety of administrative duties in support of assigned activities.
• Ensure compliance with City ordinances with consistency and impartiality.
• Analyze situations accurately and recommend an effective course of action.
• Provide excellent customer service to a wide variety of customers including contractors, architects, business owners, government officials, the general public and other staff.
• Maintain reliable and dependable attendance.
• Contribute to achieving the City’s mission, vision and values.

Requirements may be modified to accommodate individuals with disabilities. Duties are primarily office‑based but may involve working outside under various weather conditions and exposure to construction site hazards. Typical fieldwork requires stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, mobility, and lifting 20 to 50 pounds occasionally.

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