Civil Engineer P.E.

"Working in partnership with the community, the City and County of Broomfield provides excellent services in an efficient, respectful and courteous manner to enhance and protect the environment and quality of life of Broomfield residents."

The incumbent performs professional and technical engineering work in the complex design, installation, management, and evaluation of public streets, drainage systems, traffic systems, and utility systems within the City.  The incumbent's primary responsibilities include reviewing plans, specifications, and technical reports for conformance to Broomfield's Standards and Specifications for construction of public infrastructure. 

The incumbent exemplifies the characteristics of a collaborative, innovative and resilient work culture and along with the leadership team, models the appropriate behavior to create and maintain a resilient work culture within the department.

The incumbent provides holistic services to the public by seeking ways to integrate programs or services provided by other departments, divisions and agencies.  The incumbent works in partnership with other employees, departments/divisions, agencies and the public in delivering effective and innovative services.

(Persons hired in this position must be able to perform all the essential tasks required by the position.  The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other nonessential or peripheral duties that may be required. The City and County of Broomfield retains the right to modify or change the duties or essential tasks and additional functions of the job at any time.  Examples of duties are not intended to be all-inclusive or restrictive.)

Maintains confidentiality of information consistent with applicable federal, state and city/county rules and regulations.

Administrative Duties:

Reviews civil engineering plans, specifications, and technical reports for conformance with Broomfield's Standards and Specifications, applicable master plans, and other regulations.  Coordinates approvals and permitting for residential and commercial developments, construction in the public right-of-way, and capital improvement projects. Manages and coordinates infrastructure master plans.  Manages select capital improvement projects (CIP). Coordinates internal and external reviews and permits; estimates construction costs; and monitors and tracks financial information.  

Represents the City at public meetings, administrative hearings, City Council meetings and other governmental agencies.  Responds to questions from citizens or developers either in person or over the telephone. Provides technical support to other staff members, contractors, developers, and the public.  Researches files and/or maps for walk-in citizens and developers. Coordinates any follow-up to concerns with appropriate parties. 

The incumbent is responsible for effectively managing his or her workload to achieve departmental goals.  Assures that responsibilities are performed in compliance with federal and state regulations, Broomfield policies and procedures and the Broomfield Municipal Code.  The incumbent may confer with employees, supervisory, and administrative personnel regarding departmental policies and procedures. Contributes to the preparation and review of departmental policies and procedures as necessary to maintain the effectiveness of departmental programs.  Advises applicable administrators or departments of potential problems or concerns. Compiles, interprets, and prepares data for studies, reports and recommendations; coordinate departmental activities with other departments and agencies as needed.

The incumbent assists in recommending and implementing modifications to systems, policies and procedures.  May conduct studies, analyses, and research on a wide variety of topics. Assists in researching and analyzing legal requirements impacting departmental programs and services.  The incumbent keeps operational records and makes required reports. Evaluates service costs and makes related recommendations. Identifies and recommends changes or improvements in departmental operations to ensure assigned functions are efficient and cost effective.

Budget/Resource Management:  

The incumbent participates in the preparation of the department's annual budget.  Assures that responsibilities are performed within budget and performs cost control activities such as monitoring expenditures to assure sound fiscal control.  The incumbent is responsible for partnering with other staff members in planning, developing, and implementing the overall vision, mission, programs, processes and projects of the department.  Works with the team to avoid duplication of service and to ensure that customer expectations are recognized and resolved thereby maximizing customer satisfaction. Assists in the development of short and long-range goals including annual efforts to advance the City and County's mission, goals, and objectives.  Monitors the progress of projects so the goals may be obtained within the established timeframe. Prepares purchase orders and processes invoices as assigned.

Public Relations/Communication:  

The incumbent meets and confers with customers to explain departmental plans, programs, functions, policies, and procedures.  Assists departmental staff in preparing and coordinating reports as required. Answers letters of inquiry/complaints and talk with customers.  Attends meetings, workshops, and conventions as necessary for the maintenance of effective services. Responds to requests for information and advises City and County departments on assigned programs.  Maintains liaison with other departments. Provides verbal and written information to departments. Maintains the accuracy of any program materials posted on the Intranet/Internet.

Miscellaneous Duties:  

Ensures that facilities and equipment are maintained properly and coordinate maintenance and repair functions.  Takes proper safety precautions, anticipates unsafe circumstances, and acts accordingly to prevent accidents. Uses all required safety equipment.  Responsible for the safety of self, others, assets, equipment and facilities; responsible for knowing and complying with all City and County of Broomfield and department policies; adheres to attendance and workplace attire policies.  Performs related duties as required.

Training - Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering or a closely related field.

Experience - Four years of progressively responsible professional experience in the design, installation, management, and construction of civil engineering projects as appropriate to the position.

OR

Years of related experience may be substituted for required education, however  education cannot be substituted for the necessary work experience. Candidates must meet the minimum required years of work experience

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: -  Current registration as a Professional Engineer with the Colorado State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.  Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and safe driving record for continued employment. New hires must, as a condition of employment, pass the following pre-offer and post-offer/hire processes: oral board, reference checks, background checks including local police check and sex offender registry, and driving check through DMV.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.  The noise level in the environment is moderate. Some of the employee's time is spent at project sites with subsequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions and to a wide variety of potential safety hazards common to project sites; e.g., heavy machinery, road traffic, heavy materials, etc.  Travel by pickup/automobile is required to reach project sites. Work is generally scheduled Monday through Friday with some evening and weekend hours. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk, talk or hear. Physical demands are described as sedentary (exert up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.  Involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time). Tasks may require sitting at a computer for several hours. Data entry and other tasks may require sitting at a computer for several hours. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus, and peripheral vision. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary : $112,445 - $152,131