Civil Engineer I - III - 165204

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Civil Engineer I - III - 165204

Salary

$67,242.35 - $130,478.87 Annually

Location

Brighton, CO

Job Type

Regular Full-time

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

06629

Department

Public Works

Division

Engineering Services

Opening Date

07/22/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

Our Mission

At Adams County, our team members engage in top-notch opportunities to grow and expand their impact. We cultivate an inclusive and innovative culture where diversity matters! Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) is a core cultural competency at Adams County, and we actively seek and welcome applicants that bring diverse experiences and value inclusion.

Cultural Competencies/EEO

Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status,marital status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Position classification

Hybrid -- Job duties and expectations allow for onsite and remote work scheduled every week. Employees in this classification are regularly scheduled onsite one (1) to four (4) days per week based on the County needs and as determined by Department Director. Hybrid classified roles can be onsite more than the set minimum based on employee preference.

• Description

• Benefits

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What Success Looks Like In This Job

The Department has elected to consider a range of experience for this vacancy. A candidate's qualifications will determine the level at which they are hired.

We are seeking a candidate to plan, organize, and monitor professional and technical engineering projects and staff or consultants for the Public Works Department. This includes development and/or review of engineering studies, designs, plans, and other various related design elements associated with public transportation infrastructure and facilities. This position may also participate in the review of engineering submittals associated with public and private improvements within the county for compliance with applicable standards and regulations.

• Civil Engineer I:Under direction, performs professional engineering work involving the review and design of proposed developments, street design, drainage design, and utility plans, for compliance with the local, state, and federal standards and specifications.

• Civil Engineer II: Performs professional engineering work involving the review and design of proposed development, roadway, drainage system, and utility plans, for compliance with the local, state, and federal standards and specifications; designs engineering projects.

• Civil Engineer III: Performs professional and complex engineering work involving all the professional components above, as well as environmental assessment studies for its compliance with local, state, and federal standards and regulations; designs and manages capital improvements projects, prepares engineering plans, specifications, and construction bids.

Examples of Duties for Success

• Review street construction, utility, site grading and drainage plans, in compliance with local, state, and national codes used in current engineering practice.

• Coordinate with other County staff (right-of-way, traffic operations, drainage, construction inspection, etc.) regarding engineering designs.

• Advise design engineers about County requirements for street improvements and drainage facilities.

• Prepare special engineering studies and reports; perform special assignments on engineering problems as necessary; prepare specific studies for other County staff.

• Process a variety of permits.

• Respond to public or other inquiries relative to engineering policies and procedures on specific projects.

• Attend public meetings and other sessions of various committees as needed. Provide technical and professional engineering support services relative to capital improvements and current development.

• Prepare engineering designs, specifications, costs and quantity estimates of public work projects; identify required easements or permits for roadway, drainage and other public works projects.

• Exercise professional engineering judgment in accordance with current accepted practice of civil engineering and appropriate laws & codes.

• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications for Success

• Possess knowledge of and be able to apply principles and practices of civil engineering.

• Possess knowledge of and be able to apply principles and practices of roadway and drainage system design.

• Utilize terminology, methods, practices, and techniques used in technical civil engineering report preparation.

• Resolve regulatory, public relations and system design questions.

• Ensure project compliance with appropriate federal, state, and local rules, laws, and regulations.

• Perform technical research and solve multi-disciplinary engineering problems. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

More Qualifications for Success

Experience

• Civil Engineer I: One (1) year of related professional Civil Engineering experience.

• Civil Engineer II: Minimum of four (4) years of increasingly responsible professional civil engineering experience.

• Civil Engineer III: Minimum of six (6) years of increasingly responsible professional civil engineering experience.

  Education and Training: Civil Engineer I-III: Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering field from an accredited college or university.

License and Certificates:

• All Levels: Must possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Colorado Driver's License.

• Civil Engineer I:Possession of an Engineering Intern (EI) certification preferred.

• Civil Engineer II:Possession of an Engineer Intern (EI) certification. Current registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Colorado is preferred.

• Civil Engineer III:Current registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Colorado is required.

Background Check:Must pass a criminal (CBI) background check.

Adams County complies with Colorado’s Job Application Fairness Act (“JAFA”). JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application. However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant’s age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation.

Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.

Clickhere (https://youtu.be/ILAvllPaGb4) to watch our video about why Adams County is an Employer of Choice!

Benefits You Expect:

• AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance

• Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance

• Deferred Compensation Plan

• Dental/Vision/Medical Plans

• Generous Vacation/Sick leave

• Long-Term Disability

• Retirement Plan

• Short-Term Disability

Plus some you might not expect:

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Fitness Center

• Employee Health Clinics

• Flexible Work Schedules

• Recreation Center Discounts

• Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs

• Wellness programs

• Lactation friendly certified workplace

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  Please be aware that your cover letter and resume will not be accessed in the initial screening process, so you must complete your application and supplemental questions with as much detail as possible. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your cover letter and resume will then be accessible to the hiring team. Information provided on the application is used to determine if a candidate meets minimum qualifications. Only information provided at the time of the application being completed will be considered and additional information that is not listed on the application will not be considered when deciding if a candidate meets or does not meet the qualifications. Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to include all information and details on their application. I understand and agree that only information provided at the time of my application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum requirements for this position.

• Yes, I understand and agree

• Yes, I understand but disagree.

  02

  Do you possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Colorado Driver's License?

• Yes

• No

  03

  How many years of increasingly responsible professional civil engineering experience do you possess?

• 1-4 Years

• 4-6 Years

• 6+ Years

• None of the above

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  A requirement of this position is that you possess a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related engineering field from an accredited college or university. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes

• No

  05

  To qualify as a Civil Engineer III, a Professional Engineer's license in the State of Colorado is required. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes

• No

  06

  If you answered no to the question above, do you currently possess an Engineer Intern (EI) Certification?

• Yes

• No

• N/A, I answered Yes to the above question

  07

  Have you participated in the preparation of plans, specifications, cost and quantity estimates, and bid documents for infrastructure construction projects?

  08

  Please indicate which type of plans you have reviewed to determine whether the plans are in compliance with regulations?

• Roadway design

• Traffic control plans

• Utility plans

• Drainage plans

• Stormwater quality plans

• Traffic studies

• Traffic signal designs

• None of the above

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  Have you prepared and maintained technical civil engineering records and prepared complex comprehensive reports? If yes, please describe. If no, please write N/A

  10

  Do you possess any certifications related to sustainability? If so, please list certifications/classes taken regarding Green infrastructure, Low Impact development practices, and/or sustainability certifications such as Env SP certification or LEED certification, etc. If not, please write N/A.

  11

  Please list any civil, drainage, structural, or traffic engineering and transportation related software with which you are proficient.

  12

  Do you have experience presenting complex technical issues to governing boards, or to the general public? If yes, please explain in further detail. If no, please write N/A

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  Describe how one or more of the following traits describes you: Visionary, Collaborative, Innovative, Facilitator, and/or Negotiator.

  Required Question

Agency

Adams County

Address

4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Suite C4000BBrighton, Colorado, 80601-8213

Website

http://www.adcogov.org/current-career-opportunities

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