Salary: $58,487.20 Annually

Location : AL 36067, AL

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 2024-A ESM ENG/04 (9/2024)

Department: ENGINEERING

Opening Date: 09/12/2024

Closing Date: 9/26/2024 11:59 PM Central

JOB SUMMARY

The purpose of this position is to manage assigned engineering functions. Job duties consist of varied construction inspection and plan review duties. Successful performance contributes to a safe, well-maintained, and efficient city infrastructure. FLSA status is Exempt.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this classification. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or logical assignments for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Specific duties listed may not be required for all positions in this classification, but are determined by the normal requirements for this particular position.

INSPECTION DUTIES (40%)
Inspects new subdivisions for storm and sanitary sewer installation, water installation, proof roll, curbs, gutter installation, storm inlet installation, and asphalt placement.
Inspects storm sewer connections on commercial buildings.
Internally inspects 30" or larger storm pipes.
Performs proof rolls to ensure proper compaction of streets prior to curb, gutter, and asphalt placement.
Conducts two-year subdivision reviews; prepares punch lists for developers.
Monitors final testing of sanitary sewer installations.

UTILITY COORDINATION DUTIES (10%)
Inspects all utility construction projects within the City of Prattville for compliance to any and all plans.
Works closely with other city departments to ensure compliance.

MAINTENANCE DUTIES (20%)
Responds to work orders; troubleshoots problems and determines the nature of the problem; coordinates resolutions.
Performs ride alongs to identify needed repairs and maintenance.

PLAN REVIEW DUTIES (10%)
Performs plan reviews.
Checks incoming plans and blueprints to ensure compliance with city specifications.

SURVEY AND OTHER RELATED DUTIES (20%)
Performs surveying to verify elevations and distances, find property corners, layout building pads, and check grades.
Performs property deed research.
Responds to concerns from the general public, contractors, city officials, or related professionals.
Performs other duties as needed or assigned.
Performs GIS collection.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering or a construction related field from an accredited institution is preferred.
Three (3) years of experience in a related field preferably in a municipal government.
Must be twenty-one (21) years of age or older.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The following requirements are normal for this classification. Specific requirements may not apply to all positions within this classification but are determined by the normal requirements for the particular position. The following list was developed through job analysis; however, it is not exhaustive and other duties may be required and assigned.

Job duties are typically performed while standing, walking, crawling, bending, crouching, or stooping. Employees frequently lift light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, and uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.
Job duties are typically performed outdoors, occasionally in extreme or inclement weather. Employees may be exposed to noise, dust, machinery with moving parts, and irritating chemicals.
Job duties require the ability to get/fit into confined spaces.
Job duties require the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, or gloves.
Job duties require the ability to deal with and relate to people beyond giving and receiving instructions.
Job duties require the ability to talk, express, or exchange ideas by means of spoken words and/or hear and perceive the nature of sounds by ear.
Job candidates must be able to adapt to and perform under moderate stress.
Job duties require regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
City of Prattville employees are required to obtain knowledge of the City of Prattville Policies and Procedures, and knowledge of their specific department rules, policies, and procedures. This job description does not necessarily include all the duties which may be required of individual employees in the classification. Job descriptions may be revised as needed.

Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures, and relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Knowledge of surveying principles and practices.
Knowledge of GIS collection principles and practices.
Knowledge of civil engineering and construction principles and techniques.
Knowledge of city codes and ordinances.
Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
Knowledge of work safety principles and practices.
Skill in performing construction inspections.
Skill in reading and reviewing plans.
Skill in using independent judgment and discretion.
Skill in prioritizing and planning while managing multiple projects.
Skill in analyzing, interpreting, and preparing reports.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in working under pressure and meeting deadlines.
Skill in problem-solving.
Ability to interpret plans, proposals, reports, and maps.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Must provide proof of your legal right to work in the United States.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds repeatedly.
Willing to work on-call.
Willing to cooperate with the workload of the department.
Willing to attend continuing education courses.
Willing to comply with City of Prattville rules and regulations.
Must submit to drug screenings for this safety-sensitive position.
Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner.

EEOC COMMITMENT:
The City of Prattville is committed to maintaining equal employment opportunity by considering job applicants and employees for hiring and advancement on the basis of job-pertinent individual differences and not on the basis of extraneous factors such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetics, status as current or former uniformed service member, or any other classifications protected by law.

The City of Prattville offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, sick, and holiday leave as well as medical, dental, vision, and short term disability insurance.

Benefits coverage is effective on the first day of the month following a 30 day waiting period for new hires. Late enrollees are subject to approval by the insurance company.

Group Medical Benefits-Through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, benefits provide members with hospitalization, office visits, and Prescription drugs (Administered through Express Scripts). Family, 2 person and individual plans are available. Complete benefits information is available in the plan document.

City of Prattville Health & Wellness Center-The City of Prattville offers an on-site wellness center to employees covered under the group health insurance plan. The Wellness Center offers convenient, co-pay free medical and prescription drug coverage for employees and their dependents.

Group Life Insurance-all regular employees receive a life insurance policy. Employees with less than 10 years of service receive a $10,000 policy and employees with 10 years of service or more receive a $20,000 policy.

Retirement-Through the Retirement Systems of Alabama, this benefit requires mandatory enrollment for all regular employees as of the first day of employment. Employees are classified as Tier I or Tier I (A) with the Retirement Systems of Alabama. The employee pays a percentage of all gross income specified by RSA. The City provides a matching amount determined by RSA.

A Tier I employee is an employee who was a member of the Retirement Systems of Alabama prior to January 1, 2013. A Tier I employee may retire if he/she has 25 years of retirement service, or is age 60 with 10 years of service with the Retirement Systems of Alabama. (Regular Members 5% of earnable compensation; Full time, Certified Firefighters and Law Enforcement Officers 6% of earnable compensation.)

A Tier I (A) employee is an employee who became a member of the Retirement Systems of Alabama after January 1, 2013, and by local resolution and Act 2019-32 by the Alabama Legislature became a Tier 1 employee. A Tier I (A) employee may retire if he/she has 25 years of retirement service, or is age 60 with 10 years of service with the Retirement Systems of Alabama. (Regular Members 7.5% of earnable compensation; Full time, Certified Firefighters and Law Enforcement Officers 8.5% of earnable compensation.)

Deferred Compensation (457 Plans)-Voluntary participation allows the employee to lower taxable income, and pay tax on the deferred income in the year of distribution. The City has 457 Plans through Nationwide Retirement, AIG Valic Financial Advisors, RSA-1, and Alabama Deferred Compensation. The employee may contribute up to the current allowable limits. All regular employees are eligible on the first day of employment.

Supplemental Insurance-Employees may obtain coverage for Dental, Cancer, Disability, Accident, and Life Insurance. The City of Prattville offers payroll deduction for supplemental insurance. The employee pays for all supplemental insurance coverage. You are eligible upon purchasing coverage and meeting eligibility requirements.

Flexible Spending Account-Allows employees to lower their taxable income by placing certain insurance premiums under this plan. Also, offers unreimbursed medical/dental expense benefits, as well as daycare expense benefits.

Vacation Leave-
8 Hour Employees
Vacation leave is earned at the following accrual rates for regular full-time employees.
Completed 6 months - 40 hours (5 days)
Completed 1 year - 40 hours (5 days)
Completed 2nd year through 9th year accrues 80 hours (10 days) per year
10 years through 15 years accrues 120 hours (15 days) per year
16 years and over accrues 160 hours (20 days) per year
The maximum vacation leave that may be accrued is 360 hours for 8-hour shift employees. The City administers the time and pays for accrued leave time.
12Hour Employees (Watewater)
Vacation leave is earned at the following accrual rates for regular full-time employees.
Completed 6 months - 42 hours (3.5 days)
Completed 1 year - 42 hours (3.5 days)
Completed 2nd year through 9th year accrues 84 hours (7 days) per year
10 years through 15 years accrues 124 hours (10 days) per year
16 years and over accrues 168 hours (14 days) per year
The maximum vacation leave that may be accrued is 378 hours for 12-hour shift employees. The City administers the time and pays for accrued leave time.
24 Hour Employees (Fire)
Vacation leave is earned at the following accrual rates for regular full-time employees.
Completed 6 months - 60 hours (2.5 days)
Completed 1 year - 60 hours (2.5 days)
Completed 2nd year through 9th year accrues 120 hours (5 days) per year
10 years through 15 years accrues 180 hours (7.5 days) per year
16 years and over accrues 240 hours (10 days) per year
The maximum vacation leave that may be accrued is 504 hours for 24-hour shift employees. The City administers the time and pays for accrued leave time.

Sick Leave-
8 Hour Employees
Sick leave is earned at the rate of 80 hours per year with no accrual limit. Retiring employees have the option of receiving payment for the accrued sick leave (up to 360 hours) or converting the leave to service time. The City administers the time and pays for accrued sick leave. You are eligible upon completion of the first full pay period after your hire date.
12 Hour Employees (Wastewater)
Sick leave is earned at the rate of 84 hours per year with no accrual limit. Retiring employees have the option of receiving payment for the accrued sick leave (up to 378 hours) or converting the leave to service time. The City administers the time and pays for accrued sick leave. You are eligible upon completion of the first full pay period after your hire date.
24 Hour Employees (Fire)
Sick leave is earned at the rate of 120 hours per year with no accrual limit. Retiring employees have the option of receiving payment for the accrued sick leave (up to 504 hours) or converting the leave to service time. The City administers the time and pays for accrued sick leave. You are eligible upon completion of the first full pay period after your hire date.

Holidays-Twelve paid holidays per year. The City Council determines the holiday schedule for each fiscal year.

For Detailed Benefits information please visit our Benefits Web Page at www.prattvilleal.gov

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This position requires that you possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Do you meet this qualification?

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Position requirements mandate a minimum age of 21. Are you 21 years of age or older?

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This position requires that you be able to lift 50 pounds repeatedly. Are you able to lift 50 pounds, repeatedly?

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It is preferred that you have three (3) years' experience in a related field preferably in municipal government. If you have any experience, please list your employers and/or volunteer experience on your employment application with a description of your primary duties and responsibilities.

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It is preferred you have a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a construction related field. If you do have a bachelor's degree, please list what field.

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Describe, in detail, your experience with storm and sanitary sewer installations, curbing, asphalt placement etc..

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Describe, in detail, your experience with performing plan reviews.

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Describe, in detail, your experience in surveying elevations, distances, layout building pads etc.

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2024-A Engineering Services Manager (9/2024)