Civil Engineer I/II - Stormwater Division

City of Ocala, FL
Ocala, Florida
Full Time

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Description

This position comprises administrative and engineering work in planning, design, construction supervision, inspection and overall management of the extension and improvements of the City's infrastructure, including streets, drainage, water and sanitary sewer systems. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Licensed Professional Engineer; however, this employee is expected to exercise some independent judgement and initiative in the performance of these duties.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Civil Engineer I

Customer Service: Includes assisting the general public and City employees with questions and telephone calls that deal with the City's infrastructure, researching historical infrastructure information, and other engineering assistance as needed.
Processing: Includes reviewing, processing, or approving infrastructure projects, related items such as subdivision construction plans, regulatory permits, shop drawings, and other related items as needed. Ensures accurate records and asbuilts are kept and maintained.
Project Design and Management: Includes overseeing infrastructure projects from conception to completion which includes conceptual layout and design, field observation of the area of installation, issuance of survey requests, review of plotted field notes, design of infrastructure facilities, review of final construction plans, writing project specifications, coordinating with other City departments and outside utility agencies, managing project construction, holding construction meetings, reviewing and approving shop drawings, obtaining project permits, observations of the project construction, reviewing and approving pay requests, reviewing and processing change orders, and resolving utility conflicts or other unforeseen situations that arise during the course of the project.
Supervise: Directly supervises Drafting and GIS technical personnel engaged in Engineering projects. Conducts regular progress meetings with staff. Assists in interviewing and selection process for new employees. Prepares and conducts PER's, performance reviews and counsels as needed.

May perform other duties as required or assigned.

Civil Engineer II

Customer Service: Includes assisting the general public and City employees with questions and telephone calls that deal with the City's infrastructure, researching historical infrastructure information, and other engineering assistance as needed.
Processing: Includes reviewing, processing, or approving infrastructure projects, related items such as subdivision construction plans, regulatory permits, shop drawings, and other related items as needed. Ensures accurate records and asbuilts are kept and maintained.
Project Design and Management: Includes overseeing infrastructure projects from conception to completion. This includes conceptual layout and design, field observation of the area of installation, issuance of survey requests, review of plotted field notes, design of infrastructure facilities, review of final construction plans, writing project specifications, coordinating with other City departments and outside utility agencies, managing project construction, holding construction meetings, reviewing and approving shop drawings, obtaining project permits, observations of the project construction, reviewing and approving pay requests, reviewing and processing change orders, and resolving utility conflicts or other unforeseen situations that arise during the course of the project. If the design of the project utilizes A/E consultant(s) this will include management and oversight of the consultant to achieve the successful design and construction of the project.
Supervise: Directly supervises Drafting and GIS technical personnel engaged in Engineering projects. Conducts regular progress meetings with staff. Assists in interviewing and selection process for new employees. Prepares and conducts PER's, performance reviews and counsels as needed.

May perform other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Civil Engineer I

Graduation from a four-year accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, supplemented by at least two (2) years of professional experience in the engineering field. Additional education and training can be substituted on a year for year basis for professional experience, or a comparable combination of training, education, and experience.

Additional preference: Passage of the PE exam and registration as an EI in the state of Florida or the ability to sit for either exam.

(Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Florida is not required but preferred.)

Civil Engineer II

Graduation from a four-year accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent, supplemented by at least five (5) years of professional experience in the engineering field.

Registered as a Professional Engineer in the State of Florida is required.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Operators Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.

Supplemental Information

This position requires basic understanding of the design and functions of water, sewer, roads, traffic, and stormwater including a knowledge of materials, practices, methods, techniques, and equipment used in construction and administration work in municipal infrastructure systems, or an equivalent combination of training and/or experience. Ability to maintain technical data and records. Ability to communicate orally and in written form. Ability to analyze problem sites. Ability to use independent judgement. Ability to develop concepts and to convert concepts into workable programs. Ability to develop construction plans, specifications, and contract documents to monitor construction progress and to ensure compliance with those documents. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

The City of Ocala provides a competitive, comprehensive benefit package for all full-time employees.

Health Insurance

We offer both single and family coverage, for employees working 30 or more hours per week.

Dental Insurance

For full time employees, we offer both single and family dental coverage.

Vision Insurance

For full time employees, we offer both single and family vision coverage.

Life Insurance

For full time employees, the City of Ocala provides Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberments policies as an employer paid benefit. Employees can opt for additional coverage such as supplemental voluntary life, spouse life, dependent life, and child life. For full time employees, the City of Ocala provides Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberments policies as an employer paid benefit. Employees can opt for additional coverage such as supplemental voluntary life, spouse life, dependent life, and child life.

Short Term and Long Term Disability

Offered to full time employees, STD and LTD coverages are income replacement benefits that assist policyholders who are unable to work for an extended period of time due to sickness or accidental injury.

Medical FSA (Flexible Spending Account) and Dependent Care FSA

Flexible spending accounts allow employees to pay out-of-pocket medical, dental, vision, and dependent care expenses using pre-tax dollars.

Pet Insurance

We also offer special pet insurance for your pets in the case of illness or accidents, as well as preventative care.

Employee Health & Wellness Center

The City of Ocala offers the use of the City Clinic for those employees, and covered dependents over the age of 8, which have elected one of our health insurance plans. Services offered by the City Clinic include primary care, chronic disease management, labs, x-rays, and wellness coaching.

Voluntary Cancer Insurance

For full time employees, the cancer insurance policy can help provide security if you, or a covered dependent, suddenly become diagnosed with cancer.

Supplemental Critical Care Insurance

Our full time employees have the option of electing critical care insurance that is available to help with medical expenses that could arise from things such as a heart attack or stroke.

Supplemental Accident Insurance

Also available to full time employees, is our Accident Coverage. This supplemental plan can be used to help with expenses like MRI's, physical therapy, and hospital admission.

Legal Plan Insurance

Full time employees can have access to local attorneys for a monthly fee and receive discounts on services such as legal consultation, wills, traffic violations and the purchase or sale of your home. The carrier also has a separate policy assisting with the matter of identity theft and social media monitoring.

Deferred Compensation Plan

Deferred compensation is available to all full-time employees at the time of employment. This benefit allows the employee to defer income without paying taxes until money is withdrawn. Current plan is administered through MissionSquare.

Direct Deposit

Direct deposit automatically deposits your net pay each pay period to your checking or savings account at your own financial institution. Direct deposit is a condition of employment for a person hired by the City.

Each pay period the employee receives an earnings statement showing gross pay, taxes, other deductions, accruals and net pay. Enrollment forms are available at Human Resources or Payroll.

Discounts - Theme Park

Discounts are available to all non-temporary employees at the time of employment.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The Employee Assistance Program is available to all full-time employees and members of your household as an employer paid benefit. The EAP offers emotional wellbeing support in the form as counseling sessions and all sessions are confidential. The EAP also provides daily life assistance, legal services, and financial services.

Holidays and Paid Time off

The City provides paid holidays and paid time off for full-time employees. Refer to the Employee Handbook for details.

Retirement Plan

All full-time employees hired after 10/01/2013, apart from Sworn Police Officers and Firefighters, are enrolled in the 401a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan with MissionSquare. All contributions to the 401a Defined contribution plan are pre-tax and earnings grow tax-deferred. The City contributes 8% and employees contribute 3%. City contributions are 100% vested after one year of employment. You will be enrolled automatically and should take time to review your investment options at your earliest convenience.

Training Programs

The City is committed to provide training programs for all departments and all positions. Risk Management conducts classes in Defensive Driving, Safety, and Insurance. With rare exceptions, classes are offered during working hours, and are open to all eligible employees.

Tuition Reimbursement

All regular, full-time employees are eligible to participate in the tuition reimbursement program.

Do you possess a valid State of Florida Operator Driver's License with an acceptable driving record OR if you possess a valid out of state license, do you have the ability to obtain a Florida driver's license prior to employment?

What level of degree do you have from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering?

None
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's or above

Please select which best describes your level of professional experience in the engineering field.

Less than 2 years
2 years
3 years
4 years
5 years or more

Are you registered in the state of Florida as a Professional Engineer?

Are you registered as an EI In the state of Florida or have the ability to sit for the exam?

If you feel you qualify for this position due to an equivalent combination of training, education and experience, please explain below:

I understand and agree with the following statements: * All background, education and work history will be verified once an offer of employment has been extended and accepted.