Town Engineer

Salary : $88,940.80 - $108,971.20 Annually
Location : Camp Verde, AZ
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 200
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 10/28/2024
Closing Date: 11/25/2024 11:59 PM Arizona
Reports To:: Kenneth Krebbs
General Purpose
Under direction of the Public Works Director, Has the overall responsibility and the responsible charge of Town engineering projects and services including the management, coordination, review and correction of work done by Town hired engineering consultants.
DESCRIPTION: Performs difficult professional, technical, and administrative work planning, organizing, and coordinating a variety of public works and public utilities activities related to engineering services; water distribution and sewer line construction and maintenance; water and wastewater treatment; street maintenance and repair; solid waste management; and storm water management. Oversees what specific engineering work is required and preferred for specific projects and oversees the development of the project scope for engineering services and other projects assigned.
CHARACTERISTICS: Plans, organizes, and reviews the work of employees engaged in a wide variety of municipal operations and services. Provides technical advice and assistance to the Town Manager and the Department Directors in the long-range planning, construction, improvement, and maintenance of water and wastewater,environmental resources, streets, and other infrastructure, and insures that modern, safe, effective, and efficient practices are utilized by municipal work crews. The employee represents the town to a wide variety of citizens, developers, state, and federal regulatory officials, etc. Work is performed in coordination with the Public Works Director, the Town Manager and other town officials.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Reviews and approves general civil engineering construction and private development engineering plans and documents for conformance to Town design and construction standards, codes and ordinances in a timely manner; performs review of detailed and complex engineering calculations, plans, specifications, and required submittals for private development projects, such as street, water distribution, sewer collection, and storm drainage system.
• Provide effective coordination and management over key engineering functions including infrastructure and utilities engineering, construction management, and development review.
• Manages a wide variety of projects through all stages (conception, development/design, procurement, construction and completion). Ensures projects are carried out as planned in terms of objectives, time and financial constraints, and organizational policy and procedures. Ensures project status is documented and communicated to supervisor, key stakeholders and other town officials.
• Prepare and oversee the preparation of engineering designs, specifications, and cost estimates for a wide variety of capital improvement projects.
• Conducts inspections of work-in-progress and ensures projects are completed in compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and standards.
• Coordinates the activities of all department staff over a wide area and multiple shifts; ensures coordination of activities with other departments and governmental jurisdictions and agencies.
• Researches and recommends long range plans and strategies for meeting citizen service needs; researches and recommends operational changes.
• Performs plan review of subdivisions and construction plans in conjunction with the other departments.
• Coordinates design and construction of infrastructure; plans, organizes, and monitors a variety of contracted work; coordinates with engineers and contractors; makes field inspections of public works projects to review progress and ensure completion.
• Engages in considerable personal contact with citizens concerning service request and complaints with tact and diplomacy; investigates and recommends actions; coordinates projects with other departments; attends Town Council meetings as requested.
• Prepares and reviews departmental operating and capital budgets; monitors and approves expenditures.
• Oversees and participates in changes in regulations regarding water, wastewater, storm water, safety, and other related issues.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum & Preferred Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of civil engineering design principles and engineering practices as applied to departmental functions.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of public works and water and environmental resources administration, planning and construction.
• Thorough knowledge of related Town policies, state and federal laws and regulations. Knowledge of the equipment and materials used in the construction, maintenance and repair of water and sewer treatment, distribution and collection systems, and streets.
• Thorough knowledge of modern governmental budgeting, personnel and purchasing practices.
• Thorough knowledge of modern and effective communication principles both verbally and in writting.
• Skill in collaborative conflict resolution, customer service excellence, and public speaking.
• Ability to interpret and prepare complex and detailed records and reports.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with Town officials, other public officials, employees contractors, and the public.

Education & Experience
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering and considerable experience in a responsible management position in the municipal engineering, public works, or water or environmental resources field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver's license. Possession of licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Arizona.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Major benefits for a full-time regular employee:

• Vacation time accrued at a rate of 3.08 for the first 1-5 years
  the amount of vacation a regular employee accrues is based on length of service.
  40 hour employees earn 80 hours per year for 1 to 5 years of service
  40 hour employees earn 104 hours per year for 5 to 10 years of service
  
• Eleven (11) paid holidays
• Sick time accrued at a rate of 3.69 hours per pay period
• Four (4) health insurance plan options to choose from. 100% paid for employee and 40% paid for dependents
• Dental and Vision plans 100% paid for employee and 40% paid for dependents
• Health Savings Account (HSA) available
• Employer paid life insurance with additional voluntary life available
• Arizona State Retirement (ASRS) and long term disability benefits
• Public Safety Personnel Retirement (PSPRS) benefits