Salary: $31.53 - $61.66 Hourly

Location : Grand Island, NE

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 0537-1022

Department: Public Works

Division: Waste Water Treatment Plant

Opening Date: 08/06/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

Description

The City of Grand Island Wastewater Treatment Plant seeks a Civil Engineer. The successful candidate will be placed at either a Civil Engineer I, Civil Engineer II or Senior Civil Engineer classification based on qualifications.

Civil Engineer I- WWTP

Participate in evaluating, planning, designing, recommending and coordinating the construction of various wastewater projects such as Wastewater Treatment Facility upgrades, new and rehabilitation of sanitary sewer lift stations, including forcemains, new and rehabilitation of sanitary sewer collection systems and development of assessment sanitary districts and continued growth of the collection system. Perform engineering work in the design, investigation and construction of public works and related projects; perform a variety of technical tasks relative to the public works engineering function; and provide highly complex staff assistance to the Assistant Public Works Director and the Public Works Director/City Engineer.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the entry-level class in the Civil Engineer series for the Public Works Department. This class is distinguished from the Civil Engineer II-Public Works by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within the series. Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees at this level are not fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit; they provide only functional and technical supervision to technical and maintenance staff. The Civil Engineer I is intended for staff who have met the educational requirements to become a licensed professional engineer, and have taken the first step toward registration by passing the Fundamentals of Engineering Examination, but that have not completed the experience, testing, and character reviews required for licensure. In accordance with state law, all work performed by the Civil Engineer I level must be under direct supervision of a professional engineer licensed by the State of Nebraska.

Civil Engineer II- WWTP

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the professional level class in the Civil Engineer series for the Public Works Department. Incumbents in this class are distinguished from the Civil Engineer I by the performance of the range of duties as assigned including providing limited supervision to assigned personnel and by registration as a Professional Engineer. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level, or when filled from outside, require directly related work experience. The Civil Engineer II is intended for staff that has obtained a professional engineering license from the State of Nebraska, but has little no experience beyond licensure. This position can operate independently, but may need guidance for many assignments.

Senior Civil Engineer- WWTP

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Supervises personnel activities and performance. Performs a wide variety of work associated with all aspects of design and construction involving Public Works Department systems, buildings, and other infrastructure. This is the advanced professional level class in the Civil Engineer difficult professional engineering work and project management. Employees at this level are assigned more complex work and operate with greater independence than the entry or professional level engineers. Incumbents are expected to complete complex engineering and project assignments requiring the use of judgment and initiative in developing solutions to problems, interpreting general policies, determining work assignments, and supervising assigned staff. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to the assigned area of responsibility and assume a broader supervisory responsibility than the Civil Engineer I/II.

Essential Functions

Civil Engineer I- WWTP

Display honest, trustworthy, and ethical behavior when dealing with internal and external customers.

Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Regular attendance that is punctual and dependable is required.

Monitor construction projects for needed field revisions; coordinate various phases of construction projects with contractors; review construction plans, specifications and testing procedures; ensure contractor compliance with City contracts, plans, specifications and standards.

Coordinate Public Works engineering activities with those of other departments, divisions and organizations; provide staff assistance to the Assistant Public Works Director; prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence.

Direct and organize engineering activities including survey, design, estimation, drafting, specification, mapping and inspection activities.

Prepare construction specifications, requests for proposals and quantity and construction estimates for pavement, storm sewer/drainage and other miscellaneous Public Works or other City department's construction projects.

Review construction plans prepared by consultants prior to final approval by the Public Works Director; coordinate construction contracts awarded through the Public Works Department; coordinate design changes during construction.

May assist in preparing the division or special program budgets; assist in budget implementation; participate in the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; administer the approved construction budget.

Under the direct supervision of a licensed engineer, design complex engineering plans; oversee the preparation of construction plans, legal plats and miscellaneous projects by technical staff; check and proofread plans, plats and other engineering related materials; prepare project cost estimates.

Identify opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures; review with appropriate management staff; implement improvement. Recommend goals and objectives; assist in the development of policies and procedures.

Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of engineering.

Perform research regarding special projects.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Civil Engineer II- WWTP

Display honest, trustworthy, and ethical behavior when dealing with internal and external customers.

Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Regular attendance that is punctual and dependable is required.

Direct and organize engineering activities including survey, design, estimation, drafting, specification, mapping and inspection activities.

Design complex engineering plans; oversee the preparation of construction plans, legal plats and miscellaneous projects by technical staff; check and proofread plans, plats and other engineering related materials; prepare project cost estimates.

Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of engineering.

Perform research regarding special projects.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Senior Civil Engineer- WWTP

Display honest, trustworthy, and ethical behavior when dealing with internal and external customers.

Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Regular attendance that is punctual and dependable is required.

Direct and organize engineering activities including survey, design, estimation, drafting, specification, mapping and inspection activities.

Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of engineering.

Perform research regarding special projects.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Civil Engineer I- WWTP

Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of engineering.

Operations and application of computers including computer aided drawing, mapping, and engineering related modeling software including AutoCad and Civil 3D programs.

Various hardware and software applications.

Modern developments, current literature and sources of information regarding engineering.

Principles, practices and materials used in Public Works projects.

Various construction methods and procedures.

Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.

Ability to:

Analyze problems; identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.

Coordinate proper design methods with governmental requirements and construction methods to obtain the best overall project results for the least possible price.

Learn various hardware and software applications.

Stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of engineering.

Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, procedures, laws and regulations.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Civil Engineer II- WWTP

Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of engineering.

Operations and application of computers including computer aided drawing, mapping, and engineering related modeling software including AutoCad and Civil 3D programs.

Various hardware and software applications.

Modern developments, current literature and sources of information regarding engineering.

Principles, practices and materials used in Public Works projects.

Various construction methods and procedures.

Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.

Budgeting procedures and techniques.

Principles and practices of supervision, training and personnel management.

Advanced computer applications including spreadsheets, databases and word processing.

Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff.

Ability to:

Analyze problems; identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.

Coordinate proper design methods with governmental requirements and construction methods to obtain the best overall project results for the least possible price.

Learn various hardware and software applications.

Stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of engineering.

Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, procedures, laws and regulations.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Senior Civil Engineer- WWTP

Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of engineering.

Operations and application of computers including computer aided drawing, mapping, and engineering related modeling software including AutoCad and Civil 3D programs

Various hardware and software applications.

Modern developments, current literature and sources of information regarding engineering.

Principles, practices and materials used in Public Works projects.

Various construction methods and procedures.

Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.

Budgeting procedures and techniques.

Principles and practices of supervision, training and personnel management.

Advanced computer applications including spreadsheets, databases and word processing.

Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff.

Ability to:

Display a willingness to assume and visibly demonstrate mentoring and coaching, role modeling and leadership to staff members by recognizing and developing talent.

Prepare and administer a budget.

Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff.

Analyze problems; identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.

Coordinate proper design methods with governmental requirements and construction methods to obtain the best overall project results for the least possible price.

Learn various hardware and software applications.

Stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of engineering.

Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, procedures, laws and regulations.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Supplemental Information

Civil Engineer I- WWTP

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

No experience is required.

Training:

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and recognized by the Nebraska Board of Engineers and Architects as acceptable for licensure as a professional engineer in Engineering is required.

License or Certification:

Employee must possess a valid driver's license and maintain insurability as determined by the City's insurance carrier. Click to view our driver eligibility requirements.

Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering Examination and possession of an Engineer Intern certificate from the State of Nebraska within 6 months of hire.

Civil Engineer II- WWTP

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

Four years of increasingly responsible experience in government engineering or closely related field; one year of lead supervisory experience is preferred.

Training:

License or Certification:

Employee must possess a valid driver's license and maintain insurability as determined by the City's insurance carrier. Click to view our driver eligibility requirements.

Professional Engineer license is required; Nebraska Professional Engineer license is required within 6 months of hire.

Senior Civil Engineer- WWTP:

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

Six years of increasingly responsible experience in government engineering or a closely related field; two years of which must be post licensure as required below.

Two years of supervisory experience is preferred.

Training:

License/Certification/Registrations Required:

Employee must possess a valid driver's license and maintain insurability as determined by the City's insurance carrier. Click to view our driver eligibility requirements.

Professional Engineer license is required; Nebraska Professional Engineer license is required within 6 months of hire.

The following applies to all positions:

Working Hours:

Monday-Friday 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Salary:

Position will start at the entry level of the City's salary table. Consideration may be given if experience exceeds entry level qualifications.

Other:

Candidates are subject to a background check.

Effective January 1, 2024

This is a general guide for the purpose of informing all new employees of benefits. Coverage for all benefits, with the exception of the retirement savings plan, is effective the first of the month following two full calendar months of full time employment. Payroll deduction will begin in the month prior to the effective date of coverage. The retirement savings plan is effective on the first day of employment.

HEALTH INSURANCE: Blue Cross/Blue Shield coverage provided to the employee and dependents. There are two options: a Qualified High Deductible Plan with an HSA, or a Traditional PPO plan. If your spouse is eligible for coverage on their employer's group health plan, spousal coverage with the City is not available.

The semi-monthly premiums for the High Deductible Plan: ($3200/$5700 deductible)

Employee only $ 29.75
Employee 2/4 $ 85.07
Employee and Family $ 173.55

The semi-monthly premiums for the Traditional PPO Plan: ($1000/$2000 deductible)

Employee only $120.82
Employee 2/4 $227.14
Employee and Family $353.53

DENTAL INSURANCE: Delta Dental coverage provided to employee and dependents. The employee is responsible for a portion of the premium. $4.65 for Single, $8.78 for Emp. 2/4 or $14.09 for Family semi-monthly.

VISION INSURANCE: EyeMed Vision coverage is available to employees and dependents. The employee is responsible for the full premium. Employee only - $7.09; Employee/Spouse - $13.88; Employee/Children - $14.61; Family - $21.48. All rates are monthly payroll deductions.

LIFE INSURANCE: Securian/Ochs Life Insurance coverage provided for employee ($50,000), spouse ($10,000), and dependents ($5,000 each), with premiums paid by the City. Supplemental life insurance available for employee and dependents through payroll deduction.

RETIREMENT PLAN: Mandatory Ameritas Retirement Plan - 6.5% of gross earnings matched by the City of Grand Island. Effective on date of employment. Four year vesting schedule. Voluntary after-tax contributions up to 10% - not matched by City.

DEFERRED COMP: Five optional Deferred Compensation Plans which allow pre-tax contributions up to $23,000/yr.

LONG-TERM DISABILITY: CIGNA - LTD provided for employee. Pays a portion (60%, maximum of $8500 per month) of employee's salary should he/she becomes disabled.

CAFETERIA/125 PLAN: Optional participation by the employee. Can be used for medical expenses, non-employer sponsored premiums and/or dependent daycare.

VEBA PLAN (HRA): MidAmerica. Post-employment plan to be used for post-employment medical expenses. Contributions made by the City.

PAID VACATION: Vacation leave is earned and accrued in bi-weekly increments in the following manner: Ten work days in the first year; 15 days in the 5th year; 16 days in the 7th year; 17 days in the 9th year; 18 days in the 11th year; 19 days in the 13th year; 20 days in the 14th year; 22.5 days in the 20th year; 25 days in the 25th year. No vacation can be used during introductory period.

PAID HOLIDAYS: Nine paid holidays and two personal holidays.

MEDICAL LEAVE: Accrual of 8 hours for each full calendar month of service cumulative to 1,150 hours.

The information provided to these Supplemental Questions will be used in combination with the employment application to determine whether candidates' meet the qualification requirements and/or the final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in the application being rejected or receiving a lower score. Please do not submit a resume in place of completing the Supplemental Questions. When applying for this position, I understand that I must thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections of my application and the Supplemental Questions. This includes a detailed description of each position that I feel qualifies me for the job I am seeking. I have read the above statement and understand that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected or my receiving a lower examination score. I also understand that I may not submit resumes in lieu of filling out the application or answering the Supplemental Questions. However, I may attach a resume to the application to provide additional information.

I acknowledge I have read and understand the above information.

Please detail any relevant education, experience or training to this position.

I understand a copy of my bachelor's diploma or transcripts must be submitted with my application before it will be considered complete. This document must be submitted by the close of the application process. The document may be scanned and attached to my on-line application. It may also be faxed, mailed or delivered to the Human Resources Department. Contact information for Human Resources: Human ResourcesCity Hall100 E. First StreetGrand Island, NE 68801Phone: (308) 385-5444 ext. 190Fax: (308) 385-5422E-Mail: HumanResources_GI@grand-island.com

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I understand I must maintain a valid driver's license and maintain insurability as determined by the City's insurance carrier.

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Do you currently hold a Professional Engineer (PE) registration?

Are you registered as a Professional Engineer in the State of Nebraska?

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