Salary: $100,360.00 - $130,478.40 Annually

Location : Owatonna, MN

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: Asst City Engineer 06 2024

Department: Public Works

Opening Date: 06/28/2024

FLSA: Exempt

Bargaining Unit: NA

Description

THE COMMUNITY WE SERVE:

The City of Owatonna is a growing community strategically placed at the crossroads of I-35 and two major US highways, approximately one hour south of the Twin Cities metro area. The community has a commitment to growth, access to services, and quality of life for its 26,000 residents.

Click the link below to learn more about the community this position would have the opportunity to be part of and serve.

ABOUT THE ENGINEERING DIVISION:

DEPARTMENT PURPOSE:
We believe that thriving communities depend on the quality of their streets and utilities. The Engineering department creates a better tomorrow by designing and maintaining safe and lasting critical City infrastructure.

As an organization, our Purpose is to create a better tomorrow. We are guided in that work by our organization's 3 Core Values: Better Together, Community Stewardship, and Pride in Our Work.

In our department, the City's values look and sound like . . .

BETTER TOGETHER:

Utilizing individual strengths, skills, abilities, and backgrounds while learning from one another
Confronting issues openly and honestly with genuine interest and understanding
Fostering a positive and collaborative environment
Embracing feedback as an opportunity for growth
Looking out for one another
Working efficiently and in cooperation with coworkers and other departments

COMMUNITY STEWARDSHIP:

Seeing projects through from start to finish
Providing a professional and approachable resource to the community
Listening to citizens and responding appropriately in a timely manner
Providing project financial and design outcomes that are in alignment with the initial goals

PRIDE IN OUR WORK:

Giving and earning respect - within the department, City, and community through our communication and actions
Paying attention to the details--picking up litter on job sites
Implementing continuous process improvements and celebrating the efficiencies that result
Paying attention to detail when designing and inspecting
Appreciating that our projects are a legacy for the future
Creating City infrastructure that is improved and lasting

Duties / Responsibilities

WHAT YOU'LL DO:
This role is the sixth level in the Engineering Series. Incumbent is responsible for assisting with the overall planning, direction, and operation of the Engineering Department, including the planning, design, and construction of public works projects. This class performs highly responsible engineering work of an administrative and technical nature in assisting in directing the activities of the Engineering Department. The Assistant City Engineer works with other city departments, outside agencies, and citizens regarding engineering, construction, and related activities; and performs related duties as required.
Specifically, as the Assistant City Engineer you will...

Supervises staff to include: prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff are trained; ensuring that employees follow policies and procedures, maintaining a healthy and safe working environment; making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.
Develops engineering division goals and strategies, ensuring alignment with department (or City) strategies; manages daily operations to ensure alignment with division goals and strategies.
Reviews construction plans for compliance with codes, regulations, and standards, adequacy of applications for permits and compliance with approved plans; and authorizes permits.
Designs and recommends engineering project plans and specifications, related to public works improvements and maintenance for water, sanitary sewer, drainage, streets etc. This includes developing short and long-term capital improvement plans, forecasting budget needs for capital improvement projects, design calculations and preparing project estimates.
Administers construction contracts; negotiating contracts and change orders.
Responds to public or other inquiries and resolve concerns and questions related to engineering procedures on specific projects and other information.
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Qualifications

ABOUT YOU:

A successful candidate will have some or all of the following ...
A bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field; and 5 years civil engineering or related experience, including 2 years supervisory experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

Licensing in:

Professional Civil Engineer Registration, registration in the state of Minnesota within 6 months of hire;
Valid Driver's License.

Knowledge of:

Supervisory principles;
Scheduling principles;
Advanced principles, procedures and methods related to area of assignment;
Applicable Federal, state, and local laws, codes, rules, and regulations;
Project management principles and practices;
Customer service principles;
Capital improvement program planning;
Computers and related software applications;
Contract administration principles.

Skill in:

Monitoring and evaluating staff;
Prioritizing and assigning work;
Training subordinates on work methods;
Managing projects within assigned parameters;
Budgeting principles and practices;
Project management principles;
Administering and coordinating consultant service contracts;
Recordkeeping principles;
Interpreting and applying policies, procedures, codes, laws, and regulations;
Analyzing situations, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences of actions, and implementing recommendations;
Troubleshooting complex systems problems related to area of assignment;
Preparing and maintaining a variety of reports and records;
Using computers and related software applications;
Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with subordinates, coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Hours of Work/Physical and Mental Demands

This is a full-time exempt position. Flexibility is important to us and our employees, schedule may vary based on need.
To view the full job description including position specifications and physical demands

City of Owatonna
2024 BENEFITS OVERVIEW
For a Regular Full-Time Nonunion Employee
The City of Owatonna provides a comprehensive, balanced, and competitive benefits package as part of your total compensation. The City's benefits programs address both the immediate needs that you and your family may have, such as medical coverage or health savings accounts, and your long-term needs, such as retirement savings.

The following outline of City offered benefits serves as an overview and does not provide all provisions, limitations, and exclusions. If there is a contradiction between this and the official plan documents, the plan documents will prevail.

EMPLOYER PROVIDED BENEFITS:

Paid Time Off (PTO):
It is the policy of the City of Owatonna to provide employees necessary time away from work. PTO can be utilized for any purpose, subject only to necessary request/approval procedures consistent with the City Policies and Procedures Manual and labor contracts. PTO accrues at the following rates for full-time employees:

Years of Service Hours/Year
1 144
2 152
3 160
4 168
5 176
6-9 184
10 192
11 200
12 208
13 216
14 224
15 228
16 232
17 236
18 240
19 244
20 248
21 252
22 256
23 260
24+ 264

11 Paid Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday:
All regular full-time employees of the City, except those who are governed by a union contract or different holiday policy, receive the following holidays:

Holiday Date
New Year's Day January 1st
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Third Monday in January
Presidents' Day Third Monday in February
Memorial Day Last Monday in May
Juneteenth June 19th
Independence Day July 4th
Labor Day First Monday in September
Veteran's Day November 11th
Thanksgiving Day Fourth Thursday in November
Last working day before Christmas December
Christmas Day December 25th
One (1) Floating Holiday Once per year; must be used by December 31st

Reasonable time off to attend church services on Good Friday at the discretion of the department director when it will not interfere with departmental activities.

Retirement:
PERA (Public Employees Retirement Association)
1. Must participate as directed by Minnesota Statutes.
2. Contribution rates vary depending on plan.
3. May obtain refund of employee contribution on termination of service.

Health Insurance Coverage Through Medica:

Coverage for eligible employees becomes effective on the first of the month following a waiting period of thirty (30) days from the first workday.
3 HDHP to choose from
City Contributes $ 596.00 towards single coverage premium or $ 1,664.00 towards family coverage/premium
City contributes $1,225/single or $2,500/family into an HSA account.

Term Life Insurance:
The City provides a $25,000 term life insurance policy at no cost to the employee.

Long Term Disability Insurance:
The plan provides long term disability income with a 90 consecutive day elimination period. An employee must be a regular full-time employee and have completed six (6) months of employment in order to be eligible for this benefit.

West Hills Fitness Center:
PERA Qualified Employees, Police/Fire Employees (Full-time and Part-time) have access to the West Hills Fitness Center at no cost as part of the city's wellness program.

Employee Assistant Plan (EAP):
The City of Owatonna provides an Employee Assistance Plan. This service provides free, confidential, professional assistance to help employees and their families resolve problems such as marital difficulties, financial or legal problems, emotional difficulties, or problems caused by alcohol or other drug use, that affect their personal lives or job performance.

OPTIONAL BENEFITS AVAILABLE:
The following benefits are available on an elective basis at the employee's choice:

Deferred Compensation Plans (457 and Roth IRA's): Plans available through Minnesota State Retirement System and ICMARC.
Dental Insurance: Coverage through Health Partners.
STD/Cancer/Accident Policies: Plans available through AFLAC.
Supplemental Life Insurance: Plans through MN Life and PERA.
Health Care and Daycare Flexible Spending Accounts
Vision Care: Plan available through Eye Med.

Questions regarding benefit information can be directed to Human Resources at 507-774-7346.

01

Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field; and 5 years civil engineering or related experience, including 2 years supervisory experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job?

02

Do you currently hold a valid driver's license?

03

Do you currently hold Professional Civil Engineer Registration in the sate of Minnesota; or are you able to obtain such registration within 6 months of hire?

04

How many years of experience do you have in the Civil Engineering field?

Less than 2 years
2-5 years
6-9 years
10+ years

05

Please describe your work experience in the Civil Engineering field. If no experience, type N/A.

06

How many years of experience do you have supervising others?

less than 2 years
2-5 years
6-9 years
10+ years

07

Please describe your work experience with supervising others. If no experience, type N/A.

08

Have you ever worked in the public sector?

09

Do you have municipal engineering experience with development review?

10

Please explain your municipal engineering experience with development review. If no experience, type N/A.

11

Do you have municipal engineering experience with street construction/reconstruction?

12

Please explain your municipal engineering experience with street construction/reconstruction. If no experience, type N/A.

13

Do you have municipal engineering experience with storm water?

14

Please explain your municipal engineering experience with storm water. If no experience, type N/A.

15

Do you have municipal engineering experience with wastewater?

16

Please explain your municipal engineering experience with wastewater. If no experience, type N/A.

17

Do you have municipal engineering experience with traffic?

18

Please explain your experience with municipal engineering experience with traffic. If no experience, type N/A.

19

Which of the following best describes your Auto Cad Civil 3D skills and experience?

No experience
Limited - I have an introductory understanding of the program. I can use the basic program functions within Auto Cad Civil 3D.
Moderate - I consider myself more advanced in Auto Cad Civil 3D than someone with "limited" skills. I am skilled in using the majority of the programs functions.
Extensive - I am a subject matter expert. I am proficient in all Auto Cad Civil 3D functions. I can train other users and develop standard operating procedures.

20

Please explain in detail your work experience with Auto Cad Civil 3D. If no experience, type N/A.

21

Do you have work experience with GIS?

22

Please explain in detail your work experience with GIS. If no experience, type N/A.

23

Do you wish to apply for Veteran's Preference?You must complete the Veteran's Preference points below and submit the required documentation (MEMBER COPY 4 VETERAN's DD214) to the City of Owatonna by the application deadline of the position for which you are applying.

Not Claiming Veteran's Preference
Veteran
Disabled Veteran
Spouse of Deceased Veteran
Spouse of Disabled Veteran

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