Assistant County Engineer

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General Description

This position is responsible for administering engineering and construction projects for transportation, flood control, and hurricane protection, as well as related activities. Duties include developing and maintaining a capital project list.

Duties and Responsibilities

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class.  Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary

• Develops and reviews capital project design plans, project specifications, and cost estimates; attends review meetings and identifies and solves design problems
• Administers engineering and construction contracts.
• Reviews land development design plans, studies, reports, and permits for compliance with the appropriate code and engineering design standards to recommend acceptance
• Coordinates the development of project designs with contractors, utility companies, landowners, developers, governmental agencies, and the general public
• Provides information regarding drainage/floodplain issues, stormwater permits, roadway plans, traffic studies/warrants, and subdivision platting to County personnel and the general public
• Coordinates right-of-way issues with platting and right-of-way personnel.
• Attends public meetings to discuss capital projects or development projects.
• Conducts field investigations to evaluate engineering challenges and recommend solutions related to development, traffic/transportation, roadway, drainage/floodplain/stormwater, and construction
• Assists with the preparation of the department’s budget
• Prepares cost, labor, and materials estimates.
• Directs and coordinates the bidding process; tabulates bids, reviews contracts.
• Conducts on-site inspections.
• Reviews plans for civil projects submitted by consultants and contractors.
• Able to report regularly for work and be on time.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Engineering Degree and able to become a Registered Engineer in the State of Texas within 6 Months
• 2+ years of experience in Transportation, Public Works, or Coastal Engineering Experience Strongly Preferred
• Must Have Excellent Computer Skills (AutoCAD & MS Office) And GIS Knowledge Helpful
• Excellent Management Skills
• Strong Communications and Interpersonal Skills and the Ability to Work Well with the Public.
• Prefer Specific Experience in Roadways, Drainage, Flood Protection, Permitting, or Coastal Issues
• Skill in decision-making and problem-solving.
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards, even though precautions have been taken.

The work is typically performed sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects.

The work is typically performed in an office and outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather

Emergency Preparedness Tier Level: 1

Soft Skills:

Judgment/Decision Making

Demonstrates consistent logic, rationality, and objectivity in decision-making.  Achieves balance between quick decisiveness and slower, more thorough approaches, i.e., is neither indecisive nor a hip-shooter.  Shows common sense.  Anticipates consequences of decisions.

Communication – Oral

Communicates effectively one to one, in small groups and in public speaking contexts. Demonstrates fluency, “quickness on one’s feet,” clarify organization of thought processes, and command of the language.  Easily articulates vision and standards.  Keeps people informed.

Organization/Planning                             

Plans, organizes, schedules, and budgets efficiently and productively.  Focuses on key priorities.  Effectively juggles multiple projects.  Anticipates reasonable contingencies.  Pays appropriate attention to detail.  Manages personal time well.

Business Literacy

Understands and absorbs new information.  Stays current with developments in our field.  Expects others to stay current with developments in the field.  Frequently shares new knowledge with others.  Integrates new information to enhance existing models or create new ones.  Helps others translate new information into practical application in our area.

Customer Focus                                                   

Regularly monitors customer satisfaction.  Meets internal and external customer needs in ways that provide satisfaction and excellent results for the customer.  Establishes “partner” relationships with customers.  Regarded as visible and accessible by customers.

Integrity                                                        

“Ironclad.”  Does not cut corners, ethically.  Remains consistent in terms of what one says and does and in terms of behavior toward others.  Earns trust of coworkers.  Maintains confidences.  Puts organization’s interests above self.  Does what is right, not what is politically expedient.  “Fights fair.”  Intellectually honest; does not “play games” with facts to win a point.

Initiative                                                       

Seeks out and seizes opportunities, goes beyond the “call of duty,” finds ways to surmount barriers.  Resourceful  Action-oriented “doer,” achieving results despite lack of resources.  Restimulates languishing projects.  Shows bias for action (“do it now”).

Collaboration/Teamwork                        

Cooperates with staff at all levels of the organization. Willingly reaches out to staff, volunteers and customers to proactively share information, knowledge, expertise, and time with others to achieve common goals. Works to overcome geographic, departmental, and/or Affiliate boundaries and establishes cohesive, effective relationships with peers.  Enthusiastically supports the common goals and mission of the organization.  Shares credit.

Department: Engineering

Salary: $104,925.00

The County of Galveston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.