Salary : $122,345.60 - $157,809.60 Annually
Location : Saint Paul, MN
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 23-03684A
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 01/11/2024
About the Position
The City of Saint Paul's Department of Public Works is looking for an energetic, forward-thinking professional to lead the Street Design and Engineering Division. This position leads and oversees all engineering, design, and construction project management efforts throughout Saint Paul. This position has total budgetary preparation and compliance accountability for an operating budget of approximately $3.8 million and a capital budget of approximately $39 million in 2023. For more detailed information, please review the position profile.
The City of Saint Paul offers an package including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid time off.
Essential Functions are the functions that the individual holding the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation. The Essential Functions for this position are identified in the Supplemental Information section of the
The City of Saint Paul's mission is to integrate equity and inclusion into how we approach all our work. Our vision is to be committed to building an equitable and inclusive city that will shift culture in city processes and policies, eliminate structural inequities, and ensure timely and relevant access to services, resources, support, and opportunity to every person in Saint Paul.
Position Requirements

A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and eight years of professional engineering experience, at least three years of which must have been as a or equivalent in engineering fields utilized in the Public Works Department. No substitution for education.
Must be registered as a professional engineer in the State of Minnesota.
May require a valid Minnesota Class D Driver's License, or equivalent out-of-state driver's license.
The City of Saint Paul has retained Orion Search Group to assist in filling this position.

For questions about the position and desired qualifications please reach out to Joel Bergstrom at
How to Apply

1. Submit a City of Saint Paul online application, including answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire.
2. Upload or submit the following required documents via the online application system, mail, in person, email, or fax. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)
   • A legible copy of your MN Professional Engineer (PE) License, and
   • A Resume - please ensure your vacancy related experience is documented

Learn more about our Hiring Process

Assessment: Qualifications Rating
The Qualifications Rating is an assessment of your completed application, answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire, and your resume. Be as specific and detailed as possible in completing your application and any attachments. You must submit your completed application, supplemental questionnaire and any attachments by the application deadline.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements. Eligible Lists: Eligible lists typically are created from a pass/fail assessment. Those who pass the assessment will be placed on an eligible list for approximately six months. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list.
Final Selection Process: You must receive a score of 75% or higher to pass the assessment and be considered for the position. Those who pass will be placed on an eligible list and all will be notified of their status. A Hiring Manager will consider those applicants eligible for hire. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.
Condition of Employment: This position may require a driver's license check. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer. The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.
Human Resources Contact Information:
Chrissy Hauge at 651-266-6512
200 City Hall Annex
25 West Fourth Street
Saint Paul, MN 55102
Fax: 651-266-6490
E-mail:
To refer to this information, we recommend you print this job posting before you apply. For technical assistance regarding the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627 during regular business hours. Additionally, City of Saint Paul staff are available for application assistance between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at 651-266-6500.
Veteran's Preference : If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran's preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application.
The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Applicant Data Practices Advisory: According to Minn. Stat. § 13.04, the City must advise you of the following:
CERTIFICATION AND AUTHORIZATION I certify that I am who I have represented myself to be in the application. I understand that giving false information, including voluntary information, or omitting required information could result in rejection of my application or dismissal if I am hired. I authorize the City of Saint Paul to verify all the information provided herein. I authorize the City of Saint Paul to make inquiries of all my past and current employers (unless otherwise indicated), educational institutions, and references. I authorize these individuals and entities to respond to verbal and written inquiries from the City of Saint Paul regarding my past employment, verification of my educational background, my performance and my personal character. I hereby release the City of Saint Paul and all such persons and entities providing information from any liability and damages incurred as a result of furnishing this information. If hired, the City of Saint Paul requires at the time of employment verification of identity and employment eligibility.
YOUR RIGHTS AS A SUBJECT OF DATA I understand the information I supplied on this employment application will be used to assess my qualifications for the position, to identify me in the City employment files; and to contact me.

I understand the following information will be considered private data pursuant to the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act: my name, home/work/email address, home phone number, social security number, gender, racial/ethnic group and disability status. If I am certified as eligible for an employment vacancy, I understand my name, education, training and previous work experience will become public data.

I understand furnishing my social security number, gender, racial/ethnic and disability data is voluntary, but refusal to supply other requested information will mean my application may not be considered. I understand race and gender data are used in summary form to monitor protected class employment.

I understand that if subsequently hired, the data I provided will become part of my employee record.

I understand private data is available only to me and other persons who have a bona fide need for the data including Human Resources, Department City staff, and outside Consultants contracted with the City to review your education and experience for determining minimum qualifications, conduct and evaluate assessments, and interview candidates for a position. Public data is available to anyone requesting it and consists of all data not designated in this notice as private.
The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits.
Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits may include:
City Paid Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Vacation/Holidays
• Sick Leave
• Life Insurance
• Subsidized Metro Bus Pass
• Deferred Compensation
• Retirement Program

Optional Benefits

• Dental
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Disability Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Long Term Care Insurance

For a detailed overview, visit
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The thorough completion of the supplemental questions is very important in the screening and assessment processes. Therefore, a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application, may result in failure or disqualification for this position. In addition, documentation of work experience referred to in the supplemental questions must be included in the application. Your education, training, and experience are subject to verification.I understand that giving false information, failure to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification from this position.

• Yes

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Which Assistant City Engineer position are you interested in? Please select all that apply.

• Street Design and Construction
• Street Maintenance

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Considering the information included in the job profile of the position(s) you are interested in applying for, describe the relevant education and experience you possess which would prepare you for that specific role. Your response should be specific and detailed.
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Describe your experiences within the Civil Engineering discipline. Please specify any projects, programs, trainings, or certifications you have specifically related to engineering fields utilized in the Public Works Department. List three significant projects, programs, or planning efforts you worked on and your specific role in the successful completion of those projects. Please include any environmental, public engagement, and federal or state aid experience.
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Describe your experience directing an ongoing significant public program or service. What were the major challenges and how did you address them? What metrics did you establish to evaluate performance, and how did the program or service perform over time?
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This position requires personnel management, and strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively lead and manage a major Division of Public Works. Describe your experience with managing personnel. Be specific about the number and type of personnel you supervised:A) What is the largest number of staff you have supervised and/or managed and what were their roles and job titles?B) How do you manage performance, including your specific approach and tools you have used?C) What is your experience working with Labor Relations and/or Unions to deal with discipline, grievances, and a range of other issues? Include an example of how you have handled discipline in the past.D) What efforts have you made to keep staff motivated, engaged, and trained?
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This position requires management of a divisional budget and budgets for individual projects or planning efforts. Describe your experience managing budgets and estimating projects or planning efforts. Be specific about the size of the budgets you managed and the methods you used.
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Identify how you have championed equity and diversity to create a culture of inclusivity in your past work experiences.
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RECRUITMENT: How did you first find your way to our website to apply for this position? (check all that apply)

• City of Saint Paul website
• City of Saint Paul employee
• City of Saint Paul job interest card
• City of Saint Paul walk-in
• City of Saint Paul Posted! newsletter
• City of Saint Paul gov.delivery notifications
• Friend or family member
• League of Minnesota Cities website
• Governmentjobs.com website
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Twitter
• Indeed.com website
• ZipRecruiter
• Pollen website
• MinnesotaWorks.net
• College or University
• Community organization
• Job fair
• Professional association
• Saint Paul Elevate Session
• People of Color Career Fair
• Other

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RECRUITMENT: If not indicated above, please specify where you heard about the position (e.g., specific organization/website name, City of Saint Paul employee name).
Required Question