What are the responsibilities and job description for the Stormwater Operation Manager position at Roanoke County, VA?
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Performs professional and administrative work in the planning, scheduling, design, construction, inspection and management of public infrastructure. Directs and manages the Stormwater Division, in the Department of Development Services, which has the responsibility for the operation, maintenance and the repair of storm drain infrastructure, capital construction of new drainage infrastructure, and regulatory compliance of stormwater programs and floodplain management. Administer the County’s Community Rating System and Floodplain administrator duties, pursues federal and state grants for floodplain management and acquisition projects. Approve floodplain building/land disturbance activities within designated flood areas. Develops community outreach and education materials for public outreach projects. Coordinate and provide technical support to the Virginia Department of Transportation concerning stormwater issues that have an impact on roadways or private properties. Work is performed under the general supervision of the County Engineer of Development Services. Supervision is exercised over clerical, technical personnel and construction crews. Does related work as required.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Develops and administers the design and preparation of plans, specification, survey, construction and inspection of street, drainage structures, or related municipal improvements.
- Coordinates division activities with the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) concerning drainage improvements associated with all roadways in the County to include VDOT’s Six Year Plan Rural Addition Roads and funding of these roads.
- Implements divisional operations and personnel policies and recommends new or revised policies to the County Engineer.
- Establishes objectives, plans and evaluates operations and the overall effectiveness of the division services.
- Assists in the formulation of long-range programs of drainage and stormwater management facilities and engineering improvements.
- Prepares cost estimates on engineering projects.
- Receives and responds to citizens inquires and complaints by taking appropriate action
- Performs overall management of contract services for stormwater projects.
- Approve specifications for the purchase of new equipment and vehicles.
- Obtains temporary and permanent drainage easements for drainage projects.
- Serves as the Floodplain Administrator for the County.
- Assists public with questions and concerns related to storm water issues.
- Conducts employee performance appraisals.
- Reviews and approves floodplain building plans in designated floodplain areas.
REQUIREMENTS/PREFERENCES
Education
Required: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil or sanitary engineering or a related field.
Experience
Required: Five (5) or more years experience in progressively responsible professional civil engineering work.
Preferred: Two or more years of supervisory experience.
Certifications/ Licenses
Required: Possess a valid Virginia driver's license and have a good driving record. Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering as related to the preparation of plans and specifications for wide variety of public works and engineering projects
- Thorough knowledge of land and engineering survey systems methods and techniques
- Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and standards associated with stormwater management.
- Thorough knowledge of construction materials and of approved standards of safety as related to structural design and specifications.
- Ability to adapt approved engineering methods and standards to the design and construction of a variety of public works and drainage projects
- Ability to plan, coordinate and direct the work of professional and technical staff engaged in a variety of activities.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, developers, contractors, property owners, agencies, and the public.
- Ability to explain code interpretations and departmental policies to staff and customers with firmness and tact.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Skill in effective public speaking.
- Skill in conducting investigations.
Additional Requirements
Subject to a complete criminal history background search with acceptable results. Must be able to perform the job as described in the Physical and Environmental Demands section of this job description.
Supervisory
Responsibilities
Supervises clerical and technical personnel and construction crews.
