Assistant County Highway Engineer|

Scott County; United States; Vor Ort; USD 140.000 - 164.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Post-Retirement Health Care Savings

Long-Term Disability

Paid holidays

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program

PERA retirement plans

Zusammenfassung

Scott County seeks an experienced County Engineer to oversee the professional engineering functions for county infrastructure projects, including parks, highways, bridges, and water resources. The role involves directing design, right of way, and construction, plus guiding internal and external teams to meet strategic goals.

You will supervise staff, manage budgets, and provide leadership in complex programming and capital initiatives.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering required; PE license in Minnesota; eight years of professional and administrative civil engineering experience in public infrastructure projects with emphasis on parks, highways, design and construction; at least three years supervising professional staff.

Aufgaben

• Directs highway, bridge, park, and trails design, right of way, and construction functions for the division.
• Coordinates transportation and recreation infrastructure improvements and project management activities.
• Directs project managers for all infrastructure projects and assists with short- and long-term transportation and parks plans.
• Manages budgeting, personnel, and fiscal administration; represents the County in meetings with state, federal, and local agencies.

Kenntnisse

Project management

Leadership

Budgeting

Staff supervision

Government liaison

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Jobbeschreibung

Hiring Range: $139,551 - $164,183 Full Pay Range: $131,347.22 - $205,224.66

Job Summary

Assists the Physical Development Division Director and County Highway Engineer in managing and coordinating the professional engineering functions and activities of the Division for county infrastructure projects. Manages and directs (parks, trails, highway, and bridges) design, right of way, water resources and construction functions of the division, overseeing projects and asset management for all activities therein and providing guidance in dealing with complex programming, operation, and capital issues. Responsible for supervision, personnel management, budget preparation, and administration for these functions. Represents the County at meetings and committees involving the public and officials of state, federal, and local governmental agencies. Leads internal and external teams to meet County strategic goals. Serves as County Engineer in their absence.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Manages and directs highway, bridge, park, and trails design, right of way, and construction functions of the division.
• Manages and coordinates transportation and recreation infrastructure improvement activities.
• Coordinates and directs project managers for all infrastructure improvement projects.
• Works directly with the Physical Development Division Director and County Highway Engineer.
• Assists with preparation of short- and long-term Transportation Improvement Plans, and Parks Improvement Plans.
• Leads, supervises, and directs the work of assigned staff, including scheduling work and staff training sessions, approving absences, evaluating performance, monitoring career development, hiring, and disciplinary actions.
• Serves as County Engineer in their absence.
• Prepares annual budgets and monitors budget projections to ensure fiscal responsibility for the division.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Requires equivalency of a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, licensed as a professional civil engineer in the State of Minnesota and eight years of professional and administrative experience in civil engineering and public infrastructure projects with an emphasis in parks, highway planning, design, and construction and at least three years supervising professional staff.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and a reliable form of transportation for the performance of work responsibilities.

SELECTION PROCESS

Selection for this position will be based on a minimum qualifications screening and rating of training and experience. Top candidates will be forwarded to hiring manager or supervisor for consideration for interview and/or additional assessments. Final selection will include a background check and approval by the County Board.

Work Location

Shakopee, MN

Scott County enjoys a growing mix of commercial, industrial, and housing development, yet also maintains its rural flavor. Our values transform the public’s expectations for service delivery through our caring, creation and innovation.

At Scott County, our desired culture is one of trusting and caring, it is resident focused, and is a disciplined pursuit through empowered and encouraged innovation.

Scott County is an employer of choice, supporting, encouraging, and engaging employees through focused employee investments and workplace programs and offerings that promote and foster individual and organizational well-being. The net result of this philosophy is public service excellence.

No matter what you’re interested in, we have a place for you.

A Comprehensive Benefits Package Is Provided for All Employees Who Work 20 Hours Per Week Or More

• Health Insurance - Four-tier plan option available
• Dental Insurance - Four-tier plan option available
• Life Insurance
• Flexible (Pre-Tax) Spending Accounts
• Post-Retirement Health Care Savings Plan
• Long-Term Disability
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Vacation & Sick Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• PERA (Public Employee's Retirement Association) Retirement Plans
• On-Site Occupational Health Nurse
• Active Health & Safety Teams, Committees, and Programs
• Short-Term Disability
• Credit Union Membership
• Deferred Compensation Plans
• Minnesota Benefit Association Vision Plan
• Scott County Employees Association Spirit of Scott Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
• Training Opportunities (Benefit offerings can and do change on occasion.)

Scott County participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

If you require accommodations during the hiring process or have any other questions regarding this job posting, please call the Scott County Employee Relations department at 952-496-8103 and reference the posting title and number.