Public Works -Office Engineer

*Salary: PW20 Steps 2-4 $5,791.
57-$6,343.
70 Longevity Steps 5-8 $6,640.
63-$7,623.
53* The position includes a state retirement system, with a deferred comp program available.
Health insurance package includes Medical, Dental, and county contributions to a personal health savings account.
Includes 11 paid holidays and 2 floating personal holidays along with monthly accrued vacation and sick leave.
*SUMMARY* This position performs broad-based construction management duties and assists in engineering design within the Public Works department.
Typical design duties include assisting in the preparation of contract Plans, Specifications, and Estimates.
Typical duties include processing contract administration and material documentation, construction inspection, and agency oversight of highway, bridge, structure, dam, and miscellaneous work to ensure that procedures and materials comply with the requirements of associated Contract Plans and Specifications while maintaining the approved budget and schedule.
The Office Engineer prepares sketches, designs, working plans, and specifications, and assists with field engineering, and inspection of county road facilities.
Difficult technical problems are assigned which may require extensive research or extensive knowledge of the assigned function.
This person also performs mapping coding and delineation work for purposes of maintenance and correction of right-of-way maps.
*ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES* Including the following; other duties may be assigned as needed: *Construction Duties:* Serve as the Construction Office Engineer for County construction contracts - check and assist subordinates and peers in computation of project field notes, material quantities and acceptance in preparation of progress estimates, final estimate and final records.
Insure that various office and construction records and reports are completed in a correct and timely fashion.
Review and process all construction related documentation on multiple projects to assure compliance to the contract plans and specials, all applicable statues and codes, as well as WSDOT and FHWA requirements, as appropriate.
Serve as a Construction Inspector on County construction contracts as needed – interpret plans and specifications for contractors; utilize sound engineering judgment to facilitate necessary changes in the work and to resolve construction conflicts; coordinate deviations from specified construction procedures to ensure compliance with regulations governing construction.
Work with contractors to develop schedules and clarify shop drawings, monitor contractor’s submittals for material approvals, sublet requests affirmative action and training programs, wage compliance, etc.
Research and verify contract agreements.
*Design Duties:* Assist in developing and reviewing engineering drawings, technical reports, and Plans, Specifications, and Estimate (PS&E) packages for construction contracts.
Plot maps and charts showing profiles and cross-sections, indicating relation of topographical contours and elevations to buildings, retaining walls, tunnels, overhead power lines, and other structures; develop CADD drawings for construction contracts or standard plans including detailed drawings of structures and installations such as roads, culverts, fresh water supply, and sewage disposal systems.
Review plans and specifications for adherence to standard specifications and constructability.
Develop and calculate engineering estimates for construction contracts and County Forces work, including labor, equipment, and materials quantities and costs; assist in the development of effective project scoping estimates and procedures as appropriate.
Perform other engineering and administration related duties as assigned.
*SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES* May directly supervise up to two (2) temporary employees in the department.
Carry-out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include mentoring and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints (internal and public) and resolving problems.
*QUALIFICATIONS* The successful candidate must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
*EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE* Minimum three (3) years of engineering and/or construction management experience of a progressive nature of similar character and breadth as the duties outlined above for this position and three (3) years as an Engineer I or of progressive responsible experience in municipal or highway design, construction, and/or maintenance.
*LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS and CERTIFICATES* Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
A valid Washington State Driver`s License.
*COMPUTER SKILLS* This position will have proficiency in the following software packages/devices: * Microsoft Windows, version XP, Vista, Windows 7, or Windows 8 * Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Explorer * AutoCAD Civil 3D * Adobe Reader and Adobe Professional (writer version) * Copy, fax, print, and scan devices, handheld calculators, and phone systems This position will also have the ability to gain proficiency within a reasonable timeframe using the following software packages: * Accounting software WinCAMS (all modules) * Microsoft Publisher, PowerPoint, Access and Project * ESRI ArcGIS * Web publishing software (as supplied) *COMMUNICATION SKILLS* This position must have the ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively with a diverse group of customers in both oral and written formats.
Incumbent must be comfortable responding to complaints and/or requests from the public, elected officials or other agencies in a professional, respectful manner, and meaningful manner.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Excellent communication, coordination and interpersonal skills to build and maintain effective relationships both internally and externally.
Negotiate, compromise, and have the ability to reach a balance while still meeting needs and requirements of the Public Works Department and outside agencies.
*REASONING ABILITY* Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to prioritize work based on given deadlines and to monitor and track personal performance in achieving established objectives.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in both standard and unconventional situations.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited information and standard methodology exists; ability to independently investigate technical problems and through the use of sound judgment make determinations on the proper course of action; ability to relate observed effects to causal factors and communicate findings to supervisors and elected officials.
*PHYSICAL DEMANDS* The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this classification.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this classifications, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear.
The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands to operate, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 lbs.
over short distances.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and extended exposure to computer monitors and office lighting.
*WORK ENVIRONMENT* The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this classification.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Position typically works in an office or indoor setting.
The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions; traffic; construction sites; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; and risk of electrical shock.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
This position also requires field work along rivers and streams that require specialized clothing, equipment and safety precautions.
On occasion the incumbent may be required to travel to meetings or remote work settings outdoors for short periods of time.
To apply go to County Website https://www.
co.
chelan.
wa.
us/human-resources/jobs/office-engineer : Include the following in one document (PDF or Word) * Chelan County Application * Resume * Cover Letter Email tohuman.
resources@co.
chelan.
wa.
us or mail/drop off at address below.
Human Resources 400 Douglas Street, #201 Wenatchee, WA 98801 *Position Closing February 15, 2024 by 5pm.
* Job Type: Full-time Pay: $5,791.
57 - $7,623.
53 per month Benefits: * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Retirement plan Experience level: * 3 years Schedule: * 8 hour shift Work Location: In person