Civil Engineer - Professional - Public Works

Full Job Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Defines and coordinates the work activities on assigned engineering projects, including the development and construction for capital improvement projects within the county and outside-funded improvement projects; plans, organizes, manages, implements, evaluates, and participates in assigned projects from inception to completion. Monitors performance against project goals and objectives to ensure positive project results; investigates field problems and prepares progress reports; provides technical project coordination. Works flexible hours including evenings.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the supervision of the County Engineer, Senior Environmental Engineer, Civil Engineering Supervisor, Capital Projects Manager or designee.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Supervision is not a responsibility of positions in this classification. However, incumbents often act as a lead worker over lower-level engineering associates, technicians, interns, and contractors in the development and execution of projects and programs.

Requirements

Conduct in-depth traffic engineering analyses, including traffic impact studies, traffic signal plans, timing diagrams, and traffic crash analyses.

Operate complex computer software, advanced camera equipment, field measuring devices, traffic count equipment, and develop computer applications in spreadsheets and databases.

Review and respond to requests and complaints about traffic signals, signing and striping, speeding, crosswalks, lighting, roadway safety and design, and other complex traffic-related requests.

These requests may come from the public, other Marion County employees, or other public agencies.

Review of the request often involves coordinating directly with the complainant, conducting field reviews, data collection, research, working in and around traffic, working in construction zones, coordinating with multiple agencies, applying advanced traffic analysis methods, developing and applying prioritization systems, assessing traffic control needs and warrant criteria, judging and applying engineering standards, and extensive letter and report writing.

Also involves the use of engineering analysis and corresponding software to evaluate the operations of the transportation network.

Independently review and comment on traffic control and roadway design plans for construction projects prepared by other engineers and technicians from Marion County, outside agencies, consultants, and contractors.

Prepare detailed design plans for specific projects when needed and develop Traffic Control Plans for County projects.

Prepare cost estimates for traffic signals, flashers, channelization, and transportation system projects. Address engineering and construction issues as they arise.

Oversee various projects and act as lead worker at times for various lower-level positions in the section. Provide technical assistance to others in the department and other departments.

Draft and develop policies, procedures, reports and standards. Attend assorted meetings and conferences and keep abreast of industry trends in the traffic field.

Participate in professional groups and committees as needed related to adopting and establishing traffic control requirements, standards, and procedures.

Provide engineering analysis and technical support for long-range transportation planning efforts.

Provide signal and traffic-related support for overlay contracts and other capital construction or maintenance projects.

Develop and/or review signal timing plans, school flasher plans, and other traffic-specific issues.

Forecast future volumes on County roadways and use advanced computer software to forecast roadway operations and geometric needs.

Develop solutions for identified roadway deficiencies and prepare preliminary designs.

Perform other Traffic Engineering and Civil Engineering duties as assigned to broaden experience within the Civil Engineering profession.

Participates in basic through advanced incident command training and drills to maintain proficiency in EOC operations. Assumes any position as assigned in the EOC, up to and including command staff.

Emergency Management duties may require working long hours outside normal business hours, weekend/holiday work, and may occur with little or no advance notice.

Other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

1. A valid Professional Engineer's (PE) license in Civil Engineering or a closely related engineering license; AND
2. Two years of post PE professional-level engineering experience, including project management. (Depending on the position experience in a specialized field may be required i.e. design, land use, traffic, environmental.); OR
3. Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (Individual recruitment will specify additional details)

• Possession of, or obtain within 30 days of hire, a valid Class C Oregon driver's license. If in possession of a current out of state driver's license, must obtain Oregon driver's license within 30 days of hire.

Must possess a current driver's license in the applicant's state of residence and an acceptable driving history.

Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County Business.

The policy can be found at: http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/.

• The finalist for this position may be required to pass a criminal history background check; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.
• 24-Hour Response. Must be available to perform response duties during an emergency. This classification is essential; a department may designate positions to work during emergencies or business closures to meet operational requirements, ensure health and safety, and protect people and property.
• This assignment is not represented by a union.
• This is a full-time regular position, which is not eligible for overtime.
• Typical Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm with flexibility depending on the needs of the department.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Thorough knowledge of modern civil engineering principles and practices, with special reference to public works infrastructure at the level of local government; civil engineering materials and methods of construction; special requirements of federal aid projects; principles of project management; principles of roadway operations analysis; project funding sources and mechanisms; and the fundamentals of effective public involvement.

Skill and ability to: design civil engineering projects; perform complex calculations; prepare plans, specifications and cost estimates; effectively communicate in both oral and written form; establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with engineers, planners, developers, regulatory agencies, and members of the general public; balance the overall, long-term needs of the agency with shorter-term demands and opportunities; engage in creative problem solving and to blend theory with practical application; to plan, document, and execute a project plan from inception to completion in accordance with project requirements; to function in a lead worker capacity; and operate a computer and engineering related computer software; operate a motor vehicle.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Operates a motor vehicle and maintains an acceptable driving history; stands; sits for up to 1/2 hour; climbs one flight of stairs; stoop position; walks about the work area; walks long distances; bends forward; reaches overhead; lifts/pushes/carries items up to 50 lbs. up to 50 feet; moves carts weighing up to 150 lbs.; operates a keyboard; speaks clearly and audibly; uses rapid mental/hand/eye coordination; reads a 12-pt. font; distinguishes shades and colors; sees with depth perception; hears a normal speech level; discern traffic speeds and equipment noise; may work in areas exposed to heat, cold, humidity, dust, smoke, vibration, noise, wet and uneven areas; may use ladders and scaffolding; work with the public, sometimes in controversial or adversarial conditions; operate field instruments; may work unusual hours at times and in active construction sites; work inside and outside in typical Willamette Valley weather; deals with uneven terrain and climbing grades and on/around structures; works safely around moving traffic and construction equipment.