City Engineer/Assistant Public Works Director

City Engineer/Assistant Public Works Director

This is a management and professional engineering position that supervises and directs all engineering services for the city as well as environmental/regulatory oversight for public utilities (stormwater, wastewater and water)

Duties and Responsibilities
The position supervises and directs the operations of the Engineering Department and provides environmental and regulatory oversight for Public Utilities. The position shall report to the Director of Public Works. Specific job duties and responsibilities shall include:

1. Directs and supervises the planning, design, and construction of all public and private municipal infrastructure improvements for the city.
a. Assists with the development of the annual budget and five-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) with the Director of Public Works, the Public Works Manager, and other City staff.
b. Coordinates the engineering review of all new development proposals.
c. Coordinates and directs staff and operations related to field investigations, cost analysis, public assessment hearings, right of entry and easement acquisitions, designs, construction, and cost estimates for all public improvements.
d. Selects, manages, and evaluates consultants to provide expertise as needed. Oversees the operations of engineering consultant contracts for municipal infrastructure projects. Coordinates services with engineering department staff.
e. Manages the design and review of municipal infrastructure projects being developed privately.
f. Oversees contractors to ensure projects are done as stated in contracts.
g. Manages and coordinates the Municipal State Aid system and other federal and state funding programs related to infrastructure construction or maintenance.

2. Directs and oversees environmental and regulatory compliance related to the City's public utilities.
a. Supports environmental and regulatory services for the Water and Wastewater Departments.
b. Assists in the management of the City's MPCA Delegated Industrial Wastewater Pretreatment program in coordination with the Wastewater Supervisor.
c. Oversees the City's stormwater management program and compliance with MS4 requirements.
d. Coordinates City efforts as it relates to the federal and state NPDES regulations.
e. Facilitates regulatory and permitting efforts regarding wetland and public waters issues.
f. Guides city staff in all regulatory and compliance matters as they relate to local, state, and federal agencies (MPCA/EPA, MDH, DNR, etc).

3. Provides professional direction, and performs other duties, in areas related to engineering for the city.
a. Collaborates with Planning Director and Public Works Director to develop Subdivision Agreements.
b. Provides engineering support services for economic development opportunities.
c. Coordinates Assessment Search activities.
d. Attends Planning Commission meetings and activities, will be responsible for presenting information relevant to planning and zoning activities.
e. Initiates and maintains working relationships with local, regional, and state agencies i.e. Mn/DOT, DNR, McLeod County, Mid-Minnesota Regional Development, etc.
f. Initiates and maintains working relationships with local community organizations.
g. Remains active in City Engineering related organizations.
h. Coordinates engineering services with other City departments as necessary.

4. Coordinates with City Officials and Directors and other authorities concerning application of local, state, and federal ordinances, codes, rules, and regulations.

5. Prepares a variety of written reports, correspondence and special studies. Makes presentations to various officials, board commissions, and committees as required. Attends City Council and other meetings as required.

6. Performs related duties as required

Equipment
Personal computer and related software. Printers, copier, telephone, cellular telephone and fax machine. GIS and CAD equipment, standard drafting tools, and survey equipment. City vehicles and mobile radios.

Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering plus five (5) years of progressively responsible engineering experience in a municipal or related work environment.

Desirable Qualifications
• Master's degree in civil engineering with additional specialized training in related areas (bridge maintenance, pavement management, environmental/regulatory, etc.) and seven (7) years or more of related experience in municipal government.

Licensing/Certification Requirements
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Minnesota and the ability to maintain certification or able to obtain within 6 months of employment.

Working Conditions
Exempt position. Indoor and some outdoor work. Work generally during normal hours of city operations with some evening meetings. Some on-site inspection of projects in progress. Unscheduled hours for emergencies or contingencies. Hybrid work environment may be considered.

Grade 210 Position; Salary Range $46.30/hour - $69.45/hour

Salary : $46 - $69