Location : Wilmington, NC
Job Type: Full Time-Regular
Job Number: 24-00243
Department: Engineering
Opening Date: 07/01/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Post-Offer Required Pre-Employment Screenings: Driving History Check
Education Verification
Drug Screen
Hiring Salary: $ 83,935.80 - $109,122
Full Salary Range: $ 83,935.80 - $ 134,297.28
The City of Wilmington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Position DescriptionThe purpose of this position is to manage the design, development, and implementation of capital works projects and to maintain the City infrastructure. This is accomplished by managing staff, supervising design of projects, managing the budget, identifying projects and process improvements, directing the work of professional land surveyors, and determining capital project right of way and easement property acquisition requirements. Other duties include reviewing engineering plans, authoring technical specifications, and providing engineering recommendations to City departments.
Typical TasksSupervises staff by planning and supervising daily tasks and activities, establishing procedures and guidelines, evaluating assigned duties, prioritizing work, providing oversight on design and construction issues, directing computer-aided design standards and workflows, coaching for technical decisions and performance improvement and recommending personnel actions.
Performs and directs professional civil engineering design by identifying project needs and scope, coordinating project concepts with City departments, preparing cost estimates, establishing and monitoring design schedules, creating certified engineered drawings, reviewing and evaluating designs prepared by subordinate project engineers and consulting engineers , and approving designs.
Performs and directs professional civil engineering design by identifying project needs and scope, coordinating project concepts with City departments, preparing cost estimates, establishing and monitoring design schedules, creating certified engineered drawings, reviewing and evaluating designs prepared by subordinate project engineers and consulting engineers , and approving designs.
Prepares and administers the annual division budget by forecasting revenues and expenditures, identifying staffing needs, developing strategic goals, presenting proposals for approval, authorizing payments and monitoring expenditures for recommended adjustments.
Identifies needs by performing engineering analysis or interpreting engineering reports, evaluating alternatives and determining courses of action, conducting value engineering, and presenting proposals.
Supervises capital project right of way and easement property acquisition requirements by establishing needs, directing land surveying work and the preparation of property maps, and providing technical assistance.
Qualifications Bachelor's Degree and five years of relevant experience.
Valid Class C driver's license.
Professional Engineering License.
Supplemental Information PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.
WORKING CONDITIONS: This position works primarily in an office environment.
Our Core Values: INCLUSION | COLLABORATION | CREATIVITY | ACCOUNTABILITYOur Mission Statement: Through forward-thinking policies and responsible stewardship, we are creating a better city every day with excellent core services and quality of life for all.
What we offer:The City of Wilmington believes that employees are one of our most important resources. We offer an excellent salary and competitive benefits package to serve the needs of our employees and their families. Our benefits package includes:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options
- Excellent retirement benefits, including a city provided 4.5% contribution each pay period into a 401(k) account and automatic enrollment into the North Carolina Local Government Employees' Retirement System
- Employer-paid health & wellness clinic
- Paid sick and vacation leave + 13 paid holidays per year
- 6-weeks paid parental leave
- Paid volunteer & blood donation leave to give back to our community
- Flex schedule and telework availability, depending on your position
- Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives
- Tuition assistance benefits
Applicant Status Updates: After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants who meet the minimum and/or preferred qualifications will be referred over to the hiring department.
All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal. Health Benefits are offered to employees working at least 30 hours per week. Health Insurance - The City offers two options for health coverage: a standard PPO plan and a High Deductible Health Plan with an associated Health Savings Account. Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Both you and the City contribute to the overall cost of coverage.
Dental Insurance - Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Employees, their spouse and dependent children are eligible for coverage.
Life Insurance - The city pays to provide coverage valued at one times your annual salary. Supplemental insurance is available for employees to purchase. Optional coverage for dependents is also available for purchase.
Retirement: - NC Local Government Retirement System -All benefits eligible employees make a mandatory 6% contribution every pay period.
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Deferred Compensation - The city contributes an amount equal to 4.5% of the annual salary to either the 401(k) or 457 plans regardless of employee contribution. Employees may choose to contribute additional money to the deferred compensation plans, without a match from the City, within the IRS guidelines.
Paid Leave (offered to employees working at least 1,000 hours annually*): - Sick Leave - 12 days accrued each year
- Annual Leave - Accrual based on years of service and classification. Employees can earn from 10 to 24 days each year.
- Holidays - 12 paid holidays annually
- Paid Parental Leave - Six weeks of paid leave for the birth, adoption or placement of a child (must run concurrently with FMLA).
*Part-Time Employees will earn paid leave benefits on a pro-rated basis.
Miscellaneous:- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Cancer & Critical Illness
- Accident Insurance
- Whole Life Insurance
- Credit Union membership
Note: The City of Wilmington is on a bi-weekly pay cycle. New employees should expect to recieve their first paycheck approximately 3 weeks after their start date.
**This is intended to be a brief overview of the benefits offered. Please visit our website at for more information.**
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
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Which best describes your highest level of education?
- High School Diploma or GED
- Some College
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate Degree
- None - N/A
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How many years of experience do you have?
- I have no experience
- less than 1 year
- 1 year to less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 5 years
- 5 years to less than 10 years
- 10 years or more
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Please identify the company/agency/organization where you gained the experience described in question #3. Note: These employers must be listed in the work history section on your employment application to receive credit. Entering "N/A' or "See Resume/Application" does not qualify as an acceptable response.
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The hiring salary for the position is posted on the job posting. Salary determination is supported by budget availability and qualifications of the candidate to maintain internal equity. Please acknowledge that you understand this process.
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Select the type(s) of experience that you have (select all that apply):
- Experience in design and preparation of construction documents for roadways and pedestrian and bicycle facilities for public sector projects.
- Experience supervising design teams including in-house staff and consultants to produce construction documents for public sector projects.
- Experience managing design and construction projects, including fiscal management, for public sector projects.
- Experience in construction management and implementation for public sector projects.
- Experience in property acquisition for public sector projects.
- I do not have any of the above experience.
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Are you currently certified as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the state of North Carolina
OR possess an equivalent out-of-state license?
Not being in possession of this designation will disqualify your application. - Certified Professional Engineer with out-of-state licensure
- Certified Professional Engineer licensed in the State of North Carolina
- I have no Professional Engineer certification
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Describe your experience and proficiency (if applicable) working with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, PCSWMM, AutoTurn, and any relevant software applications.
Required Question