Civil Engineer

St. Cloud State University; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Baltimore County Government seeks a Utilities Supervisor II to oversee major sections within the Bureau of Utilities. Under general supervision, you will plan, coordinate, and direct construction, repair, and maintenance of water and sewer systems and related facilities.

The role requires seven years of relevant experience with at least three years in a supervisory capacity, plus the ability to develop policies and manage budgets across the section.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with seven years' experience in construction, repair, and maintenance of public utility systems.
• Three years of supervisory experience is required.
• Additional experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
• Additional education in engineering, management, or related field may substitute on a year-for-year basis for non-supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and directs a major section of the Bureau of Utilities.
• Plans, develops, and implements administrative and operational policies, procedures, and practices for the section.
• Reviews plans and blueprints for utilities construction and repair projects.
• Assists in developing and administering the section's operating budget.
• Coordinates section activities with other sections and meets with homeowners to resolve issues regarding water and sewer operations.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Public utilities

Education

High school diploma

Engineering/management substitution

Job description

Pay Schedule VI, Grade 30

A vacancy exists in the Bureau of Utilities, Department of Public Works.

An eligible list will be established based on the evaluation as outlined below. Future vacancies occurring within this class may also be filled from this eligible list.

You MUST be a merit (full-time), non-merit (part-time), or temporary employee of the general Baltimore County government in order to apply for this position.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates need to apply at this time.

Please note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

Please list all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application. You must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Examples of Duties

Under the general supervision of a Utilities Superintendent, plans, coordinates, and directs a major section of the Bureau of Utilities, performing construction, repair, and maintenance of the water and sewer system, related components, and other Bureau facilities.

Plans, develops, and implements administrative and operational policies, procedures, and practices for the section. Plans, coordinates, and directs section activities and projects. Provides technical assistance and guidance to agency supervision.

Reviews plans and blueprints for utilities construction and repair projects. Reviews and approves purchase requisition requests. Develops and reviews specifications and justifications for equipment purchases. Contacts vendors for price information and availability of supplies and equipment.

Assists in the development and administration of the section's operating budget. Analyzes section productivity and efficiency. Develops and implements section work schedules, priorities, and projects.

Coordinates section activities with the work of other sections within the Bureau and department. Meets with homeowners and community leaders to resolve issues regarding water and sewer system operations.

Examples Of Other Duties

Performs other related duties as required.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent, plus seven years' experience in the construction, repair, and maintenance of public utility systems, three years of which were in a supervisory capacity.

Additional experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

Additional education in engineering, management, or a related field may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required nonsupervisory experience.

Licenses and Certificates

Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a noncommercial class C, Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment.

Proof of Education, Licenses, and Certificates

Applicants are required to submit proof of license, certificates, and/or education beyond high school if substituting education for the required experience. Diplomas or transcript must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Documents may be submitted via:

Email to: [e-mail] (Note in subject line: Utilities Supervisor II); or

Mail to: Office of Human Resources, Baltimore County Government, 308 Allegheny Avenue, Towson, MD 21204 ATTN: Utilities Supervisor II.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience coordinating, planning and directing a section of employees engaged in water and sewer system, and pumping station construction, repair, and maintenance. Experience developing and implementing policies and procedures.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Qualified applicants will be assigned a rating based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as submitted on their application and supplemental questions. Applicants are advised to state the dates, duties and responsibilities of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Conditions of Employment

Certification by the Maryland State Board of Waters and Waste System Operators as a superintendent of any class of water and/or wastewater facility necessary to perform the duties of the position is required within one year of appointment.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

The work of this classification includes field work and travel to sites throughout the County.

Employment Benefits For Full-Time, Merit Or Classified Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace

All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace

Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Salary

Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance.

General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.

Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.

Employee Assistance Program

Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance

Benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:

• Medical
• Prescription
• Dental
• Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance

Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement

Full-time civilian employees must join the Employment Retirement System (ERS) within sixty days of hire as a condition of employment. Part-time civilian employees can waive enrollment for up to sixty days, then may join or waive permanently. Newly hired employees at least 55 years of age may opt not to join the ERS.

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union

Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit

Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Educational Assistance

70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.

Deferred Compensation

Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer

This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.