City Civil Engineer

About the Employer

Civil Engineer - City of Staunton

Job Summary

The City of Staunton, located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley, is seeking a highly qualified civil engineer to join our professional team dedicated to serving this dynamic city and its citizens. For more information about the Engineering Department, please visit Engineering Division. The City of Staunton offers highly competitive compensation and benefits.

Job Description

The City of Staunton is seeking a civil engineer who performs professional work involved with the design, drafting, review, construction, inspection, and management of a variety of public and private engineering and infrastructure projects in the city. The employee exercises independent judgment in completing assigned tasks.

Responsibilities

Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering as applied to the development and construction of public works projects, and knowledge of water modeling software, computer-aided design, and mapping and surveying principles and practice. Plan, lay out, and direct the work of subordinates; Plan projects and prepare related designs, estimates, and specifications; Perform difficult engineering computations and make comprehensive recommendations on engineering problems and planning; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with city officials, employees, contractors, and the general public; Communicate complete ideas effectively, orally and in writing; Calculate complex cost reports.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge in the following is preferred: CAD/GIS/Mapping software, preferably Autodesk Civil 3D; Stormwater modeling software; Surveying and development of subdivision plats; Stormwater BMPs and associated calculations, methods, and regulated runoff requirements and; Inspection and testing methods related to land development and soils work.

Key Performance Indicators

Oversees the review and approval of subdivision and site work by private parties; Serves as liaison with the public, developers, and private engineers; Assists with engineering plan review and driveway/entrance permit applications; Manages consultant design projects, with a focus on stormwater management and related projects; Designs and develops small- to medium-sized stormwater management projects; Prepares capital improvement plan estimates for engineering projects; Assists in preparation of grant funding applications; Provides inspection, construction contract administration, and acceptance of city improvements; Coordinates project work with other federal, state, and city agencies; Assists in preparing a variety of technical reports; Provides information for utility distribution mapping and modeling; Oversees digital mapping element of the GIS; Performs other duties as assigned by City Engineer.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering field from an accredited college or university. A minimum of five years of experience in professional civil engineering work is strongly preferred. Prior municipal experience is desired but not required. Possession of a Professional Engineering License in the Commonwealth of Virginia is preferred.

Physical Requirements

Possession of a valid driver's license with a good driving record. Occasional night and weekend work. May work in adverse weather conditions.

Benefits

Excellent benefits include participation in the Virginia Retirement System, paid-time off, group life insurance, medical insurance, professional dues, and conference expenses. Criminal background check is required.

Classification

FLSA: Exempt Grade: 17 Hiring Range: $70,000-$85,000 (DOE/DOQ) Start Date: Negotiable Reports to: City Engineer

Application Instructions

The recruitment will remain open until filled. Interested applicants should submit an online application, cover letter, and resume.

Contact Information

For a complete job description, please contact:
Jonathan Venn, Chief Human Resources Officer
City of Staunton/Staunton City Schools
116 West Beverly St (Human Resources, 2nd Floor City Hall)
Staunton, VA 24401
(504) 332-3914
vennjg@ci.staunton.va.us

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Staunton is an equal opportunity employer (EEO) and is fully committed to the principles and practices of equal employment.