The Civil Engineer for the Public Works Department assists with and oversees the planning, design, and inspection of engineering projects for the City. Performs related assignments as required. Primarily and most frequently the work done here is performed independently with diverse functional areas and more expertise and specialized focus. Reports to the City Engineer. The preferred hiring amount is between $57,681.51 - $75,171.20 Annually. Starting offer is based on applicable education, experi... more details
General Summary
The Civil Engineer for the Public Works Department assists with and oversees the planning, design, and inspection of engineering projects for the City. Performs related assignments as required. Primarily and most frequently the work done here is performed independently with diverse functional areas and more expertise and specialized focus. Reports to the City Engineer.
The preferred hiring amount is between $57,681.51 - $75,171.20 Annually. Starting offer is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity. This is a full-time, exempt, position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City's retirement options, gym membership reimbursement (up to $34 a month), tuition reimbursement (up to $3,000 per fiscal year), and continuing education/training opportunities.
For a general summary of benefits offered by the City, please click the 'benefits' tab on this posting, or visit https://www.charlottesville.gov/1047/Employee-Benefits.
The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and does not participate in VRS, however the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS and there are certain provisions that must be met. For questions pertaining to the Portability Agreement, please contact the City's Benefits Administrator at 434-970-3462.
NOTE: This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of "Continuous." If interested in being considered, an application should be submitted as soon as possible. Applications will be evaluated on a continuous basis. Interviews will be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment with candidates who are best qualified. Applications may no longer be considered once a candidate to fill the position is identified. This job announcement will close when the position(s) have been filled and may close at any time.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties
Assists the City Engineer with professional and administrative work involved with plan reviews, engineering design, preparing cost estimates, project development for neighborhood drainage and capital improvement projects, construction management, field inspections, and maintenance of a variety of City-wide projects.
These projects will cover the following areas, but not limited to: storm water, bike lanes and trail systems, roadways, bridge maintenance program, sidewalks, water systems, sanitary systems, coordination with surveying and CAD operations. Performs other related tasks as assigned.
Education, Experience and Skills
Minimum Requirements:
A Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field from an ABET accredited school.
A valid driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia is required. (To view our driving eligibility requirements, visit https://www.charlottesville.gov/faq.aspx?qid=166).
Preferred Qualifications:
Possession of an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certificate highly preferred.
Licensure as a registered Professional Engineer (PE) in the Commonwealth of Virginia or reciprocity from another state and the ability to secure a Virginia PE within twelve months is preferred.
3 years of relevant professional engineering work experience is preferred (5 years or more highly preferred.)
A combination of knowledge and experience in the areas of Microsoft application software, GIS, GPS, CAD, SCAT regulations, VA Waterworks regulations, VDOT projects, NPDES phase II permit requirements, and VFMA Floodplain management requirements is also preferred.
Special Requirements:
A Virginia Erosion and Sediment Plan Reviewer Certification is required to be obtained within the first year of employment.
Skills: Working experience and an understanding of hydro-logic and hydraulic models and their application in water and sanitary, natural gas, and/or stormwater systems for development projects is required. Familiarity with the City of Charlottesville engineering standards, codes and regulations, and local development projects is highly desirable.
Physical Conditions & Additional Information
Primarily office environment but needs ability to climb, crawl and access various areas during emergencies and in all weather conditions within construction sites.
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