Highlands County BCC
Assistant County Engineer Stormwater
Highlands County BCC, Sebring, Florida, United States, 33876
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION Professional position related to the drainage engineering required by Highlands County involving design and implementation of all facilities relating to drainage, stormwater, and flood control, development of stormwater management programs, and inter‑local coordination of stormwater related issues and programs. Serves as the supervisor for Stormwater Department personnel and as a project manager for complex multi‑disciplined projects. Advises the Emergency Management Department regarding stormwater and flooding and may serve as a member of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) during emergencies.
Department: Engineering
Reports to: County Engineer - (1064)
Pay Grade/Salary Range: 120 - $79,629.25 - $127,406.81
Posting Expires: Until Filled
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Evaluates areas of need related to drainage and other infrastructure. Responsible for and/or provides technical supervision of varied engineering activities such as designing, surveying, construction and testing, inspections of drainage facilities and other related duties
Performs design of drainage systems as well as roadways, intersections, and other public works projects in accordance with established specifications and standards. Responsible for the design and implementation of projects and operations for the correction of major stormwater problems which involve flooding of County maintained streets and roadways
Prepares contract specifications for public works projects. Develops and implements the County's National Pollutant Discharge Eliminations System (NPDES) program and Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit
Coordinates and directs designers and draft persons in preparing plans. Addresses citizens’ drainage complaints. Responsible for development and planning of programs to track the status of drainage complaints
Prepares applications for and secures environmental and water management districts permits. Develops design standards and reviews residential, commercial, and industrial improvement plans for compliance with the County’s stormwater requirements
Attends meetings and conferences with regulatory agencies to discuss projects and formulate recommendations on design decisions and other related matters
Responsible for development and implementation of effective stormwater related codes to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens
Responsible for directly and regularly supervising work of a relatively small number of employees (two or more). Includes assigning, directing, evaluating, and reviewing work of subordinate employees. Responsibilities include providing on‑the‑job training; evaluating job performance; recommending selection of new staff members, promotions, status changes, and discipline; and planning, scheduling, and coordinating work operations
Responsible for identifying and applying for sources of stormwater related funding from State and Federal agencies. Compiles information and submits grant applications and permits to various state and federal agencies. Experience with State and Federal Grants and managing local agency programs including (LAP, CIGP, TRIP, etc.)
Provides advice in an engineering capacity to other County Departments, (i.e. DRC, CRC, etc.)
Maintains liaison with other governmental agencies, i.e. FDOT, SWFWMD, FDEP, Army Corp of Engineers, etc.
Prepares plans, specifications, contract documentation and cost estimates on County projects. Recommends award of projects to contractors who have submitted bids
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of Civil Engineering, specifically in the areas of drainage/water resources and hydrology
Knowledge of water computer models (ICPR Versions 3 & 4) and water management district regulations and procedures
Knowledge of electronic drawing software (AutoCAD) Ability to plan, design, coordinate and inspect public works projects
Knowledge of mapping software such as GIS (ESRI ArcMap) and other mapping programs
Ability to prepare written technical reports, estimates, construction, and other cost records
Ability to assist in the direction, instruction and review of work assignments
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with state and federal agencies and the general public
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co‑workers, managers, supervisors, directors, elected officials, vendors, and the general public
Oversees the development of the stormwater master plan
Performs and manages the modeling of Highlands County basins and drainage networks
Ability to prepare and professionally sign and seal, as requested, department plans, specifications and permit applications for stormwater engineering projects
Ability to prepare CNA (Competitive Negotiations Act) documentation, including Selection Advisory Committee (SAC) committee member selection, preparation of scope of services, advertisement of same, short‑listing guidelines, BOCC presentation of short list, oral presentations to BOCC for ranking, and contract negotiations of selected consultants
Ability to manage a 5‑year stormwater projects work program
PHYSICAL SKILLS The person in this position: Must be able to remain in a stationary position for 50% of the time. Must be able to frequently position self to reach files and other office items located on low shelves or the floor. Must be able to inspect and assess daily email and postal mail correspondence. Frequently communicates with the public, vendors, co‑workers, managers, directors, Administration, and the Board of County Commissioners. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. Frequently operates various types of office equipment to include, but not limited to a computer and copy machine. Occasionally ascends/descends stairs. Rarely moves materials and office equipment weighing up to 30 lbs. Constantly works in indoor and outdoor environments. Rarely works in inclement outdoor weather conditions. Rarely operates motor vehicle for up to four (4) hours continuously or intermittently.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering and a minimum of ten (10) years experience in Public Works Engineering, water resources and hydrology. Minimum of three (3) years supervisory experience, including personnel management.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s license and be insurable by current insurance carrier. Must be a licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Florida. Must obtain a Certified Floodplain Managers certificate within twelve (12) months. Must obtain a Florida Stormwater Erosion and Sedimentation Control Inspector certification within six (6) months.
OTHER JOB-RELATED REQUIREMENTS Disaster Essential. Must be able to work in the Emergency Operations Center during a hurricane.
Does not Discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, religious belief, color, national origin, disability/handicap, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetics or any other legally protected group/class. We are proud to be a drug free workplace. Screening tests for illegal drug use may be required as a condition of employment.
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Assistant County Engineer Stormwater
role at
Highlands County BCC . 3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION Professional position related to the drainage engineering required by Highlands County involving design and implementation of all facilities relating to drainage, stormwater, and flood control, development of stormwater management programs, and inter‑local coordination of stormwater related issues and programs. Serves as the supervisor for Stormwater Department personnel and as a project manager for complex multi‑disciplined projects. Advises the Emergency Management Department regarding stormwater and flooding and may serve as a member of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) during emergencies.
Department: Engineering
Reports to: County Engineer - (1064)
Pay Grade/Salary Range: 120 - $79,629.25 - $127,406.81
Posting Expires: Until Filled
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Evaluates areas of need related to drainage and other infrastructure. Responsible for and/or provides technical supervision of varied engineering activities such as designing, surveying, construction and testing, inspections of drainage facilities and other related duties
Performs design of drainage systems as well as roadways, intersections, and other public works projects in accordance with established specifications and standards. Responsible for the design and implementation of projects and operations for the correction of major stormwater problems which involve flooding of County maintained streets and roadways
Prepares contract specifications for public works projects. Develops and implements the County's National Pollutant Discharge Eliminations System (NPDES) program and Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit
Coordinates and directs designers and draft persons in preparing plans. Addresses citizens’ drainage complaints. Responsible for development and planning of programs to track the status of drainage complaints
Prepares applications for and secures environmental and water management districts permits. Develops design standards and reviews residential, commercial, and industrial improvement plans for compliance with the County’s stormwater requirements
Attends meetings and conferences with regulatory agencies to discuss projects and formulate recommendations on design decisions and other related matters
Responsible for development and implementation of effective stormwater related codes to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens
Responsible for directly and regularly supervising work of a relatively small number of employees (two or more). Includes assigning, directing, evaluating, and reviewing work of subordinate employees. Responsibilities include providing on‑the‑job training; evaluating job performance; recommending selection of new staff members, promotions, status changes, and discipline; and planning, scheduling, and coordinating work operations
Responsible for identifying and applying for sources of stormwater related funding from State and Federal agencies. Compiles information and submits grant applications and permits to various state and federal agencies. Experience with State and Federal Grants and managing local agency programs including (LAP, CIGP, TRIP, etc.)
Provides advice in an engineering capacity to other County Departments, (i.e. DRC, CRC, etc.)
Maintains liaison with other governmental agencies, i.e. FDOT, SWFWMD, FDEP, Army Corp of Engineers, etc.
Prepares plans, specifications, contract documentation and cost estimates on County projects. Recommends award of projects to contractors who have submitted bids
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of Civil Engineering, specifically in the areas of drainage/water resources and hydrology
Knowledge of water computer models (ICPR Versions 3 & 4) and water management district regulations and procedures
Knowledge of electronic drawing software (AutoCAD) Ability to plan, design, coordinate and inspect public works projects
Knowledge of mapping software such as GIS (ESRI ArcMap) and other mapping programs
Ability to prepare written technical reports, estimates, construction, and other cost records
Ability to assist in the direction, instruction and review of work assignments
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with state and federal agencies and the general public
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co‑workers, managers, supervisors, directors, elected officials, vendors, and the general public
Oversees the development of the stormwater master plan
Performs and manages the modeling of Highlands County basins and drainage networks
Ability to prepare and professionally sign and seal, as requested, department plans, specifications and permit applications for stormwater engineering projects
Ability to prepare CNA (Competitive Negotiations Act) documentation, including Selection Advisory Committee (SAC) committee member selection, preparation of scope of services, advertisement of same, short‑listing guidelines, BOCC presentation of short list, oral presentations to BOCC for ranking, and contract negotiations of selected consultants
Ability to manage a 5‑year stormwater projects work program
PHYSICAL SKILLS The person in this position: Must be able to remain in a stationary position for 50% of the time. Must be able to frequently position self to reach files and other office items located on low shelves or the floor. Must be able to inspect and assess daily email and postal mail correspondence. Frequently communicates with the public, vendors, co‑workers, managers, directors, Administration, and the Board of County Commissioners. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. Frequently operates various types of office equipment to include, but not limited to a computer and copy machine. Occasionally ascends/descends stairs. Rarely moves materials and office equipment weighing up to 30 lbs. Constantly works in indoor and outdoor environments. Rarely works in inclement outdoor weather conditions. Rarely operates motor vehicle for up to four (4) hours continuously or intermittently.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering and a minimum of ten (10) years experience in Public Works Engineering, water resources and hydrology. Minimum of three (3) years supervisory experience, including personnel management.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s license and be insurable by current insurance carrier. Must be a licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Florida. Must obtain a Certified Floodplain Managers certificate within twelve (12) months. Must obtain a Florida Stormwater Erosion and Sedimentation Control Inspector certification within six (6) months.
OTHER JOB-RELATED REQUIREMENTS Disaster Essential. Must be able to work in the Emergency Operations Center during a hurricane.
Does not Discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, religious belief, color, national origin, disability/handicap, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetics or any other legally protected group/class. We are proud to be a drug free workplace. Screening tests for illegal drug use may be required as a condition of employment.
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