What are the responsibilities and job description for the City Engineer position at City of Venice, FL?
Salary : $106,744.93 - $176,129.78 Annually
Location : Venice, FL
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 2285
Department : Engineering
Opening Date : 11 / 04 / 2024
Description
General Statement of Job
Plans, manages, and directs the Engineering Department by overseeing all engineering operations and acts as Stormwater Utility Director for the stormwater division.
City Expectations :
Certain essential city services are required to be maintained in any civil emergency. Depending upon the type of emergency, any and all employees may be activated as essential employees in the event of an emergency.
Duties & Responsibilities
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions :
1. Develop, design, permit and manage the Engineering and Stormwater Capital Improvement Programs; including roadway design & restoration, beach renourishment, and public facilities including park amenities, coastal projects, resiliency projects and all phases of stormwater operation, expansion and maintenance projects. Collaboration and support for other departments to complete combined projects and to reduce impacts to residents and facilities.
2. Provides oversight and management of the Construction Permit Program.
3. Maintain a departmental Strategic Plan to enhance operations, identify and develop capital projects and achieve strategic goals of City Council. Identify and pursue funding sources to achieve these goals including grants and other revenue sources. Overseeing applying for funds, execution of agreements, reporting and compliance with grant criteria.
4. Prepares, signs, and seals applications for permits. Reviews all subdivision plats, plans and site plans for compliance with all laws and ordinances in that regard.
5. Manages the review of engineering plans and specifications for all public improvements as may be submitted by developers or developed by City Engineering staff.
6. Acts as the Stormwater Utility Director, including financial management, implementation of the stormwater management plan to mitigate flooding and erosion, and maintaining compliance with environmental regulations.
7. Prepares departmental annual budget. Monitor expenditures to ensure compliance with budget and monitor revenues to ensure sufficient funds are available.
8. Prepares plans and specifications for invitations to bid and participate in pre-bid and pre- construction meetings.
9. Develop and approve agenda items for City Council, attend Council meetings, make presentations to Council and members of the public as necessary.
10. Actively engage with the community, attending public meetings to explain infrastructure projects, answer questions, and address concerns from residents and business owners.
11. Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations, including those pertaining to the environment, water management, transportation, ADA and public safety.
12. Responsible for hiring, firing, transfer, suspension, promotion, discharge, discipline and evaluation of all department employees.
13. Serve as an active member at the Emergency Operation Center during declared emergencies and recovery lead for infrastructure assessment and repairs.
Responsibilities :
Responsible for the efficient activities of the Engineering Department. Responsible in work to the City Manager or designee.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Education and Training
Bachelors. Degree in Civil, Environmental or Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited college or university with seven (7) years' experience, including three (3) years' experience in a supervisory capacity. A Master's Degree in Civil, Environmental or Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited college or university with five (5) years' experience, including three (3) years' experience in a supervisory capacity. Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Florida or a reciprocal state with ability to obtain a Florida PE License within 90 days. Certified Floodplain Manager with experience with beach renourishment and coastal system, familiarity with Community Ratings System and FEMA regulations preferred. Supervision as defined here, means that your primary duty is routinely managing employees who report directly to you, where you have the duty to assign and direct their work, evaluate their performance, counsel them, discipline them and set individual goals for them. Also, you have the authority to hire or fire them, or your suggestions and recommendations as to the hiring, firing, advancement, promotion or any other change of status are given particular weight. Possess a valid Florida Driver's license, free of any serious violations or ability to obtain within thirty (30) days from date of hire.
Minimum Qualifications and Standards Required
Skill Requirements :
Ability to deal with public. Ability to appear before public meetings and present ideas and proposals in a clear, concise and well summarized manner. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, department directors and the general public. Ability to supervise personnel, prioritize and assign work, and evaluate staff performance.
Requires a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Professional software suite including proficiency with Word and Excel. Must have a basic understanding of Windows operating system. Familiarity of CentralSquare Software applications preferred. Working knowledge of current versions of internet browsers and Microsoft Outlook is also highly recommended. Ability to learn specific computer applications used in the Department.
Physical Requirements :
Work is essentially sedentary with occasional walking, bending, lifting or minimal physical exertion. Requires finger and wrist dexterity and hand / eye coordination to perform keyboard functions. Reasonable accommodation will be considered for applicants with physical disabilities.
Supplemental Information
Working Conditions :
Work is performed primarily in an office setting although occasional field work is required.
Other :
It is understood that every incidental duty connected with operations enumerated in the job description is not always specifically described, and employees, at the discretion of the City, may be required to perform duties not within their job descriptions.
Applicants (with the exception of current city employees) given a conditional offer of employment will be subjected to physical examination, drug, tobacco / nicotine screening, review of driver's license record, criminal background, and references from previous employers.
The City of Venice values the service that veterans and their family members have given to our country and supports the hiring of returning service members and military spouses. Veterans' preference is available for certain service members, veterans, and family members.
The City of Venice is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace
The City of Venice offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including voluntary enrollment in :
- Health Insurance (Employee, Employee 1 or Family)
- Dental Insurance (Employee, Employee 1 or Family)
- Vision Insurance (Employee or Family)
- FRS - Florida Retirement System
- Deferred Compensation Plan - 457b
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance (Employee, Spouse & Dependent Children)
AND the following City paid benefits :
What is your highest level of completed education?
If you possess a degree, what is your Major / Degree subject? Enter "N / A" if you do not have a college degree.
Do you possess a valid driver's license free of any serious violations?
What is your Driver's License number?
How many years of professional work experience have you had as an Engineer? (Prior work experience must be documented within your work history / resume).
How many years of professional Stormwater experience do you have within your role as an Engineer? (Prior work experience should be documented within your work history / resume).
Are you are registered (PE) Professional Engineer either in / out state? (Attach proof of current registration for verification)
Are you a Certified Floodplain Manager? (Certification is not required)
How would you rate your level of proficiency with Community Rating Systems and FEMA regulations?
How many years of supervisory experience do you have? Supervision as defined here, means that your primary duty is routinely managing employees who report directly to you, where you have the duty to assign and direct their work, evaluate their performance, counsel them, discipline them and set individual goals for them. Also, you have the authority to hire or fire them, or your suggestions and recommendations as to the hiring, firing, advancement, promotion or any other change of status are given particular weight. (Prior work experience must be documented within your work history / resume)
Within your working career, what is the largest number of employees that have reported directly to you; where you were responsible for the hiring / firing, completing evaluations and administering disciplinary action?
Are you able to work a flexible schedule that could include nights, weekends or holidays; especially during declared emergencies?
The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.
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Salary : $106,745 - $176,130
