Austin Community College
The Town of Sharon seeks two full-time (40 hours/week, M-W 7:30am-5:00pm; Th 7:30am-6:00pm; F 7:30am-12:30pm) Engineering Specialists. Depending on qualifications, aptitude and interest, one position will focus on GIS and GPS to provide technical and administrative work managing, developing, maintaining, and using the Town’s geographic information system. The other position will have a focus on soils and septic systems. Both positions will serve as a technical resource to Town boards and committees for compliance with Board of Health, Board of Appeals and Planning Board rules and regulations and maintenance of the Town GIS and permitting database.
Duties include but are not limited to:
Assist the Town Engineer in planning, designing and preparing bid packages and specifications for public works projects and by analyzing design proposals and preparing cost estimates. May assist the Town Engineer in preparing preliminary estimates, construction documents and specifications for upcoming in-house projects; may assist with field survey, septic system plan review and inspections for regulation compliance.
Assist the Town Engineer in review of subdivision and development submissions for compliance with Planning Board, Board of Health and Board of Appeals rules and regulations.
Provide recommendations for specific hardware and software standards, coordination of GIS and permitting software and GPS hardware acquisition, installation and use. Assist in the preparation of proposals for the purchase of permitting, GIS software and professional services, and GPS and engineering hardware for continued development of the Engineering Department and maintenance of the GIS database applications for both internal and public use. Opportunity to pursue drone pilot licensing.
The
GIS-oriented position
will maintain awareness of GIS and GPS trends and technologies to make recommendations ensuring the Town is leveraging modern, efficient, and effective solutions. Monitor, maintain, expand and update overall GIS database and software and oversee related technical support. The
septic/wastewater-oriented position
will assist the general public with various questions on septic system design and installation, plot plans, and zoning and subdivision plans. Provide engineering information and general assistance over the counter or through telephone inquiries to representatives of utility companies, private engineers and architects, developers and lawyers. Qualifications and experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Computer Science, GIS, Geography, or related field. Municipal experience preferred. Knowledge of construction and construction practices, as well as CAD/GIS software desirable. CORI check and mandatory drug testing upon hire. Starting Annual Salary:
$69,977; increasing to $71,552 on July 1, 2025, with generous benefits offered, including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts and retirement plans. Employee will earn a stipend for attaining septic inspector and soil evaluator licenses. How to Apply/Deadline:
Apply online at
https://sharon.catsone.com/careers
(preferred) or send cover letter and resume to: Town Administrator’s Office, Sharon Town Offices, 90 South Main Street, Sharon, MA 02067. Applications received by
March 28, 2025
will receive first consideration. Positions will remain open until filled. The Town of Sharon is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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GIS-oriented position
will maintain awareness of GIS and GPS trends and technologies to make recommendations ensuring the Town is leveraging modern, efficient, and effective solutions. Monitor, maintain, expand and update overall GIS database and software and oversee related technical support. The
septic/wastewater-oriented position
will assist the general public with various questions on septic system design and installation, plot plans, and zoning and subdivision plans. Provide engineering information and general assistance over the counter or through telephone inquiries to representatives of utility companies, private engineers and architects, developers and lawyers. Qualifications and experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Computer Science, GIS, Geography, or related field. Municipal experience preferred. Knowledge of construction and construction practices, as well as CAD/GIS software desirable. CORI check and mandatory drug testing upon hire. Starting Annual Salary:
$69,977; increasing to $71,552 on July 1, 2025, with generous benefits offered, including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts and retirement plans. Employee will earn a stipend for attaining septic inspector and soil evaluator licenses. How to Apply/Deadline:
Apply online at
https://sharon.catsone.com/careers
(preferred) or send cover letter and resume to: Town Administrator’s Office, Sharon Town Offices, 90 South Main Street, Sharon, MA 02067. Applications received by
March 28, 2025
will receive first consideration. Positions will remain open until filled. The Town of Sharon is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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