Salary: $87,110.40 Annually
Location : Kissimmee, FL
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 02095
Department: Public Works
Division: Engineering
Opening Date: 03/26/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
General Description of DutiesNOTE TO INTERNAL APPLICANTS: INTERNAL CANDIDATES IN THE SAME CLASSIFICATION AND/OR PAYGRADE AS THE POSITION POSTED WILL NOT RECEIVE A PAY ADJUSTMENT IF SELECTED.
PURSUANT TO SECTION 110.205(2) OF THE FLORIDA STATUES, THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM VETERAN'S PREFERENCE. This position performs highly complex, professional, technical, engineering and related administrative work to support Public Works and related departments. This works includes engineering, administration of diverse programs, and program/project management as well as supervising work of engineers in training.
Essential Job Functions The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
- Experience in roadway and drainage designs.
- Performing technical engineering reviews of plans, permits, and reports related to Public Works projects.
- Insuring compliance with multiple Jurisdictions: County, FDOT, SFWMD, ACOE, etc.
- Performs duties in a manner consistent with values of the County and pays close attention to costs, potential delays, ROW Impacts, and future maintenance issues.
- Performs highly complex, and technical work in all areas of stormwater management and related fields; Serves as technical lead with complex design plans and stormwater issues.
- Experience creating and/or reviewing complex basin studies.
- Determines project specifications by understanding the budget, requirements, performance, completing technical studies and preparing cost estimates.
- Negotiate scope and fee with consultants as well as review invoices for the work.
- Maintain project schedule by monitoring project progress; coordinating activities; and resolving problems.
- Oversees and interacts with General Engineering Consultants and Consultant Program Managers.
- Coordinates with County Departments and State and Federal agencies to provide engineering services and completes engineering projects as needed and assigned.
- Prepares and leads public presentations.
- Interprets design policies and procedures and reviews complex design plans; and other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field
Experience:Eight (8) years of design engineering experience in the administration of Public Works type projects.
Miscellaneous: Must be registered as a Professional Engineer in the State of Florida within six months of employment.
Must possess a valid Florida Driver License.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering as applied to the requirements of the Public Works Department.
- Working knowledge of FDOT PPM and Florida Greenbook. Prefer real-world design experience.
- Ability to evaluate and analyze data and make recommendations based on sound engineering judgment.
- Ability to communicate at a very high level, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with subordinates, other departments, outside agencies, and the public.
- Knowledge of all functions relevant to the processing and approval of capital improvement projects, e.g., plans review, design, and inspections.
- Ability to evaluate information, make decisions, and coordinate consultants and staff efficiently.
- Ability and experience to be entirely accountable for large projects.
- Skill in effectively directing staff responsible for carrying out planning, organization, and management of the above-listed departments for Public Works.
- Extensive experience obtaining approvals and permits from agencies.
- Extensive experience modeling in AdICPR
PHYSICAL DEMAND REQUIREMENTS:Physical Demand: Medium
- 20 pounds maximum lifting.
- Infrequent (up to 1/3 of the work time) lifting, carrying up to 20 lbs.
- Expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken word or perceiving sound by ear.
- Good eyesight for production or safety of self and others.
- Physical demand requirements are in excess of light work.
Osceola County offers a comprehensive benefits package to fit the needs of our employees and their families. Following is a snapshot of our core benefits.
Medical and Dental Insurance at no cost to the employee. In addition, the County contributes 83% to the dependent(s) premium coverage. Department Heads are eligible for Medical and Dental insurance coverage on the first date of employment.
Group Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Coverage Deductions Per Paycheck (26 Paychecks) Employee Employee + 1 Family Health-HRA Base $0.00 $102.38 $159.25 Health-HRA Buy-Up $31.57 $138.89 $216.06 Dental Base $0.00 $11.99 $22.08 Dental Buy-Up $3.16 $18.14 $30.75 Vision $3.42 $6.84 $9.15 Short-Term Disability $0.00 N/A N/A Long-Term Disability $0.00 N/A N/A
County's Contribution to the Medical Plan: Coverage Tier Annual Contribution HRA Base Employee $9,807.72 HRA Base Emp+1 $15,091.96 HRA Base Family $22,921.08
Coverage Tier Annual Contribution HRA Buy-Up Employee $9,436.70 HRA Buy-Up Emp+1 $14,952.34 HRA Buy-Up Family $22,703.72
Medical Health Reimbursement Account (HRA): The County contributes $500 per employee or $1,000 for employee plus dependents, for medical and prescription-related expenses.
State-of-the-Art Employee Wellness Center: The County provides a private health center for County Employees and eligible dependents. The Employee Wellness Center offers an array of primary care services, including sick visits, enhanced by x-ray services, pulmonary tests, lab work, and a dispensary offering over 200 generic medications onsite. Services at the Wellness Center are offered at no cost to the employees and their eligible dependents.
- Employees who are enrolled on the County's Medical plan have access to the Employee Wellness Center on day one of employment. The Wellness Center is available to patients 8 years of age and older.
Basic Life Insurance Policy: At no cost to the employee, equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next thousand dollars. Employees can opt to buy additional Life Insurance.
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability: At no cost to the employee. The County offers Short-Term and Long-Term Disability at 60% of the employee's weekly base salary. The employee has the option to purchase an additional 10% coverage.
Membership in the Florida Retirement System: This benefit cannot be easily matched by a traditional 401k plan. Current County contributions are:
• Regular Class - 11.91%
• Special Risk - 27.83%
• Senior Management - 31.57%
The Florida Retirement System (FRS) offers two retirement plans - the Investment Plan and the Pension Plan. Both plans are subject to a mandatory 3% employee contribution.
457b Deferred Compensation Program is also available to help employees boost their retirement saving goals, with pre-tax and post-tax contributions, as well as IRA plan options.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): EAP provides confidential counseling and referral services to employees and their family membersat no cost.
Employee Wellness Program promotes various activities to encourage total well-being including physical, emotional, and financial health. Rewards can be earned.
Gym Membership Reimbursement up to $20.00 per month.
Vacation and Sick Leave accruals as follows: Vacation Accruals Per Month 1 month to 5 years 8 hours 5 years and 1 month to 10 years 10 hours 10 years and 1 month to 15 years 12 hours 15 years and 1 month to 20 years 13.34 hours 20 years and over 16.66 hours
Sick Leave Accruals Per Month Full-time Employees 8 hours Part-time Employees 4 hours
11 Paid Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday (to be chosen by the Employee) - New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Memorial Day
- Juneteenth
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Veterans Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Thanksgiving-Day After
- Christmas Eve
- Christmas Day
Paid Bereavement Leave:Up to three (3) working days off with pay if funeral or memorial services are less than 200 miles from Kissimmee and up to five (5) working days off with pay if funeral or memorial services are more than 200 miles from Kissimmee.
40 hours of Administrative Leave per fiscal year for Exempt employees.
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $1,600 per Calendar Year, for degree-seeking employees. The degree must be related to the employee's position.
Employee Recognition Program: Monetary rewards are available.
Sick Leave Bank: Available to employees experiencing a catastrophic medical-related event, with up to 240 hours, per fiscal year. Enrollment required.
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Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree or higher in Civil Engineering or a related field? If so, please list the type of degree and major/concentration.
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Briefly explain and list your years of professional experience in design engineering in the administration of Public Works projects. (Experience must be demonstrated in the "Work Experience" section of the application. if none, list N/A.
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Are you a registered Professional Engineer in the State of Florida? (If yes, please ensure to include the certification information in the "Certificates and License" section of the application.) If no, list N/A.
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Are you a U.S. Military Veteran?
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Are you electing to claim Veteran's Preference? (If electing to claim Veteran's Preference, please make sure to complete the Veteran's Preference Eligibility Form located on the home page of NeoGov.)
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Do you possess a valid Driver's License? If so, from what State?
Required Question