Salary: $35.75 - $56.16 Hourly

Location : Engineering 7450 Metro Blvd Edina, MN

Job Type: Regular Full-Time

Job Number: 202400099

Department: Engineering

Opening Date: 08/23/2024

Closing Date: 9/10/2024 8:00 AM Central

Position Description

The City of Edina is seeking to fill one vacancy in our Engineering Department! The candidates professional background will align with our Graduate Engineer/Engineering Technician 2, Project Engineer/Senior Engineering Technician, Senior Project Engineer OR Principal Engineer positions. The education and experience of the selected individual will dictate the title and pay for this position.

As a member of the Edina Engineering Department, you'll be part of a dynamic and collaborative team of professionals who are committed to improving the city's infrastructure, from designing and constructing new roads to managing stormwater and wastewater systems. You'll have the opportunity to work on a variety of challenging and rewarding projects that have a direct impact on the community, and you'll be supported by a city administration that values innovation, creativity, and excellence.

Essential Functions

Residential and commercial permit review.
1. Reviews civil plans including grading, erosion and sediment control, traffic control, and restoration plans to protect water resources, roads and utility systems and ensure compliance with all relevant codes;
2. Provides review of residential and commercial site development, and coordinates additional staff resources for commercial development as needed for utility and traffic impacts;
3. Communicates with and advises permit applicants, detailing requirements and problem solving to meet requirements;
4. Coordinates easement acquisition and vacation with internal and external parties;
5. Answers questions about easements and encroachments and coordinates encroachment agreements as needed;
6. Collaborates and consults with State officials and watershed districts to implement wellhead and water resource protection rules;
7. Prepares site-specific standard, subdivision, variance, and commercial memorandums for developers, Planning Commission and City Council;
8. Manages permit review consultant during peak season;
9. Continually works to improve the permit review process that supports department responsibilities;
10. Prepares residential and commercial permit closeout list and coordinates with builders/developers and Building Department for certificate of occupancy and escrow release.

Right-of-Way (ROW) Permitting.
1. Supports department administrative staff with
  - technical review of driveway entrance permit applications
  - inspection and ROW permits involving private utility and small cell work to ensure conformance to relevant codes and ordinances;

Reviews invoices for ROW permits and bills contractors;Assists with escalated resident issues associated with private utilities, including private utility infrastructure on private property;Advises and assists contractors in problem solving related to corrections required;Reviews and assist with maintaining GIS maps of permits, and assists in updating and expanding infrastructure systems maps.

Engineering inspections and field support.
1. Assists and coordinates field staff and consultants on site inspections and enforcement of erosion and sediment control including working with the Redevelopment Coordinator;
2. Coordinates field staff and consultants and inspects escalated right of way damage and restoration associated with driveway entrances and excavations to ensure compliance with approved plans and relevant City ordinances;
3. Coordinates the issuance and maintenance of records with the Engineering Admin Coordinates related to work correction orders and/or certificates of completion;
4. Coordinates performance and tracks warranty inspections and releases bonds;
5. Responds to escalated concerns from residents regarding drainage and flooding, erosion and sediment control, and property damage and works with the builder and resident to remedy the situation;
6. Performs investigatory inspections associated with unpermitted work and/or incomplete restoration;
7. Provides technical support to residents to increase community capacity for addressing private grading and drainage issues.
Updates policies and codes and develops tools for ease of implementation.
Using independent judgment provides supervision and leadership to temporary seasonal employees.
1. Sets goals and objectives and monitors performance;
2. Conducts ongoing feedback, coaching and mentoring.
Communicates professionally and maintains working relationships with others in carrying out job functions.
1. Answers questions, provides information to residents, other City Departments, consultants, and the general public via phone, email, mail, and in person;
2. Represents the Department to other City Departments, the community, and the general public;
3. Communicates with others relating to work assignments and progress of work or to convey information about conditions or work-related needs.
4. Develops information and educational materials to increase awareness of City policies related to construction.
Maintains professional competence and stays abreast of trends, marketplace comparables and innovations.
Attends training, conferences, and meetings and reviews relevant literature.
Serves as project manager for assigned projects:
1. Drafts and prepares reports, project schedules, letters, notices, meeting materials, PowerPoint slides, and supporting documentation for projects.
2. Prepares project quote documents;
Performs other duties and activities as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:
The job requires a four year degree in a related field or two years of post-high school training in a related field and two years of experience in civil engineering technology, water resources, hydrology, natural resource sciences, site development, municipal public works projects, or equivalent experience. A valid driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility is also required.

Desired Qualifications:
GIS, CAD and Stormwater modeling software experience, municipal or utility infrastructure sector, permitting or inspection experience, customer service experience, Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control; certification by University of Minnesota in Erosion and Sediment Control - site management and installer.
Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required for Successful Job Performance:

Knowledge of building construction techniques, methods and materials;
Knowledge of Federal, State and local laws, codes and ordinance to adequately interpret and apply to permit reviews;
Knowledge of governmental processes and policies;
Knowledge of, and ability to read and interpret site, grading, and utility plans;
Ability to operate industry software and programs, such as CAD and GIS;
Knowledge of and ability to operate standard office software sufficient to manipulate data, draft reports and maintain records;
The ability to perform work requiring a high degree of concentration and judgment in interpreting practices and procedures to solve problems;
The ability to work independently and to prioritize work requests;
Ability to perform inspections including using equipment, identifying deficiencies and interpreting and applying codes;
Skill in mathematical computations sufficient to calculate load requirements, material spans, fees and payments, etc;
Skills in organization sufficient to coordinate scheduling and recordkeeping;
Skill in recognizing, assessing and resolving conflict;
Verbal and written communication skills sufficient to effectively present information and respond to questions from a wide variety of audiences, write reports and issue permits and documents, and reading comprehension skills sufficient to read and understand manuals, codebooks and other work-related materials;
Demonstrates the desired standard of conduct and work performance including confidentiality and privacy requirements of the Department;
Interpersonal skills sufficient to exchange and/or convey information, receive work direction and maintain effective working relationships.

Physical and Mental Requirements:
Approximately 80% of the time is performed in a normal office environment which physical effort is light. Approximately 20% of work is performed in the field, in normal or inclement weather conditions. The job includes driving a vehicle on regularly basis.

Working Conditions:
Work is performed both inside and outside, in normal and inclement weather conditions. There may be exposure to hazardous or toxic chemicals and unpleasant odors, moving equipment, and uneven terrain while conducting inspections. Incumbent wears personal protective clothing and equipment. The job may involve dealing with and calming individuals who are emotionally charged over an issue. Report preparation and writing at times may require extended use of a keyboard. Work interruptions are frequent. Evening and weekend hours may be required.

Some requirements in this job description may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. All requirements are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and experience required. To perform this job successfully, the worker must possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. The City retains the discretion to add duties or change the duties of this job at any time.

Full time Employee Benefits:
The City of Edina offers a competitive benefits package and uses a "cafeteria plan" model, which gives the employee a monthly sum of money and allows them the flexibility to choose how to spend it on the various benefits offered. All insurance coverage takes effect the 1st of the month following date of employment.

Medical: 9 plans to choose from through Health Partners. All individual plans are fully covered and have leftover money towards other benefits. Family health insurance is also low cost and high quality.
Dental: 2 plans to choose from through Health Partners depending on your dental needs.
Vision: Supplemental Vision plan for glasses and contacts
Long & Short-Term Disability: All full-time employees receive Long Term disability at no cost, with an option to purchase short term disability.
Life insurance: All full-time employees receive a $20,000 Basic Life policy at no cost, with an additional buy up option.
Retirement: All public employees are required by the State to participate in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). 6.5% of the employee's gross wage or salary is matched with a 7.5% contribution from the City. Some Police and Fire employees are mandated to participate in PERA at a rate of 11.8% of their gross wage or salary, matched by 17.70% contribution by the City. 457 Deferred Compensation plans are also available.
Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Care plans
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free and confidential service for all employees and their families

Vacation/Sick Leave/Holidays:

Paid vacation is available to all regular full-time employees and begins with accruing 3.08 hours/paycheck (10 days per year). The amount increases as the years of service increase.

Sick leave accrues at 3.69 hours/paycheck (12 days per year).
Each regular full-time employee is eligible for 13 paid holidays during the year.

Part time & Seasonal Employee Benefits:

Extended Part-time (30-39 hours/week year-round): Eligible for Health Insurance, 13 paid holidays, Retirement, and Employee Assistance (EAP) program. Employees also accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.

Regular Part-time (20-29 hours/week year-round): Eligible for 6 paid holidays, Retirement, and Employee Assistance (EAP) Program. Employees also accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.

Flexible Part-time and Seasonal employees: Employees accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked and are eligible for the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

*Individual benefits may vary slightly depending on the specific position, full or part-time status or union contract.

01

Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection 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?

02

Do you have either a four-year degree in a related field or two years of post-high school training in a related field and two years of experience in civil engineering technology, water resources, hydrology, natural resource sciences, site development, municipal public works projects, or equivalent experience

03

Please briefly describe the experience you listed in the previous question:

04

Do you have a valid driver's license?

05

What best describes your computer experience?

CAD, GIS, and any Stormwater modeling software
One or more of the following; CAD, GIS or Stormwater modeling software
General Office related computer experience
None

06

Do you have any municipal or utility infrastructure sector experience?

More than 4 years
At least 2 years of experience, but less than 4
Less than 1 year
None

07

Experience creating grading plans or designing storm water drainage pipe networks

More than 4 years
At least 2 years or experience, but less than 4 years
Less than 1 year
None

08

Please describe your permitting experience, otherwise, state "N/A".

09

Experience in construction or municipal infrastructure inspection

More than 4 years
At least 2 years of experience, but less than 4 years
Less than 1 year
None

10

Please describe your inspection experience, otherwise, state N/A.

11

What best describes your years of customer service experience related to infrastructure projects?

More than 4 years
At least 2 years of experience, but less than 4
Less than 1 years
None

12

Which type of veteran's preference points did you apply for?

I did not request veteran's preference points.
Veteran or Spouse of Deceased Veteran
Disabled Veteran or Spouse of a Disabled Veteran

Required Question

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