Civil Engineer 3 - Office of the County Engineer

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Why It's a great opportunity: In this role, you will lead and supervise a multidisciplinary team of transportation planners, civil engineers, and GIS asset management specialists contributing to the maintenance, operations, and improvement of the county’s road system.

This critical work includes overseeing transportation and traffic modeling, analyzing key traffic data, and developing growth projections to inform future capital improvement projects.

You will also guide the standardization of drawings, performance metrics, and design and project delivery processes to ensure consistency, efficiency, and quality across the division.

These efforts directly support major initiatives such as the Vision Zero Safety Action Plan and the 6-Year Transportation Improvement Program.

As a technical leader, you will provide expertise and support for engineering software, including Autodesk Civil 3D and AutoCAD, and coordinate closely with other technical teams including Survey, Right of Way, and Design.

Additional responsibilities include participation in the Traffic Impact Fee Program and preparation of the Annual Concurrency Report which measures and monitors the county’s level-of-service standards for the arterial road network.

Why It's a great department: PPW is a diverse and fast-moving department filled with motivated professionals working to ensure Pierce County is positioned to handle growth while building, operating, and maintaining reliable infrastructure to support livable communities.

PPW is responsible for a broad and complex portfolio of services that provides unique opportunities to collaborate, innovate, and inspire.

We are responsible for the County road and levee systems, sewer systems, airports, ferries, building permits, environmental review, sustainability, community planning, and code enforcement - just to name a few!

Learn more about Planning and Public Works here.

How to be successful in the role: Your success will come from utilizing your engineering skills but also from supporting direct reports, customers, division managers, and external stakeholders in efforts towards standardization and development.

Your experience with project management, shifting priorities, and multitasking will further ensure your success.

Your future in this role: You will have access to professional development through robust online learning and other training opportunities throughout your career to ensure your success.

This position has multiple career growth opportunities in Pierce County to build on a great career while directly impacting the communities in Pierce County.

Core daily responsibilities:

• Manages assigned resources to complete work and secure approval of major engineering programs using acceptable methods of planning and management.
• Provides leadership and direction to the professional and technical staff responsible for implementing a major engineering program; delegates authority to personnel commensurate with responsibility and ensures the proper functioning of assigned staff.
• Trains and educates staff on criteria and standards. Provides engineering guidance to staff and makes engineering recommendations to County officials and other departments.
• Assists in developing recruitment and selection processes. Conducts final interviews; recommends individuals for hire.
• Completes reviews and evaluations of subordinate employee job performance. Initiates disciplinary action when necessary. Responds to grievances at the first level.
• Develops, monitors and controls assigned budget and establishes financial management policies and procedures.
• Assumes overall responsibility for completeness and accuracy of projects and ensures that all regulations and applicable engineering standards and criteria.
• Coordinates assigned activities with other sections, departments, and jurisdictions.
• Sets the team’s goals and objectives and participates in the development of the division’s goals and objectives.
• Studies, analyzes, and prepares engineering-related reports as required by state, federal and local authorities. Presents findings orally or in writing to county staff, officials, or other agencies.
• Develops, implements, and reviews ongoing programs, policies and procedures, assessing job effectiveness and cost efficiencies.

A classification description with a more detailed list of essential functions can be found here.

Qualifications

• A resume and cover letter are required for this position.
• Licensure as a Professional Engineer in the State of Washington
• Nine years of progressively responsible, broad based civil engineering experience is required.
• A bachelor’s degree from an ABET accredited program in civil engineering, or a closely related field, may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis, up to four years.
• Professional Engineers licensed in another state must be able to obtain licensure by the State of Washington within six months of employment.
• A valid driver's license is required.

As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.

Additional Information

To be considered for this opportunity please:

• Complete and submit a detailed online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting "APPLY" above or go to: www.piercecountywa.org/jobs.
• If you have a question about this opportunity, please email the Recruitment Team at PCHRRecruit@piercecountywa.gov and specify the Job Number and Title.
• If you do not have internet access, you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
• Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing process or need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at (253) 798-7480, at least two days prior to the need.

This is a competitive selection process. Your application will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed.

Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the County's needs will be eligible for further consideration.

Notification of application status normally occurs 2 to 3 weeks after the closing date.

Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include assessments, phone screen, and interviews.

At Pierce County, diversity, equity, and inclusion means commitment, not a single step.

We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career.

We want to recruit, develop, and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and perspectives, committed to our vision.

Employees of the County have local, direct, and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a place people are proud to call home?