Engineer - Stormwater & Water Resources

Stormwater And Water Resources Engineer

Spokane Valley is seeking a highly qualified and enthusiastic employee to serve our City as a regular, full-time Stormwater and Water Resources Engineer in the Public Works Department. The ideal candidate will have exceptional professional skills and a strong desire to provide superior service to both internal and external customers.

Selected examples of duties include providing engineering design, management, and review of engineering plans, reports, specifications, and estimates related to both municipal and private stormwater and water resources projects. Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, modeling, and mapping using software such as SWMM, HEC-RAS, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and GIS tools. Efforts are primarily focused on floodplain, floodway evaluations and reporting. Coordinates and manages consultants for the development of engineering plans, specifications, estimates, and technical reports. Coordinates the construction bid process, reviews bids and makes necessary recommendations based on lowest and best bids and competency of vendors/contractors. Oversee assigned projects to ensure consultant/contractor compliance with time and budget parameters. Assists in determining compliance with applicable stormwater and environmental requirements. Performs review of state and federal environmental regulations such as NPDES and UIC, best management practices (BMPs), or emerging trends in water resources.

Desired minimum qualifications include graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in civil engineering or a closely related field; and minimum of five (5) years previous professional civil engineering experience including at least two years of municipal engineering; previous supervisory experience desired; or an equivalent combination of education or experience may be considered. Necessary knowledge, skills and abilities include thorough knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices and methods as applicable to a municipal setting with relevant technical experience in stormwater and water resources; thorough knowledge of applicable City policies, laws, and regulations affecting Division activities; skill in operating the listed tools and equipment. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with employees, consultants, other governmental agency representatives, City officials and the general public; ability to conduct necessary engineering research and compile comprehensive reports. A key value of the City is customer service. This position requires considerable knowledge, ability and skill in the principles and practices of excellent customer service as practiced in both the private and public sectors. It requires the ability to effectively meet and deal with the public; the ability to handle stressful situations; the ability to greet and respond to customers in a friendly, pleasant and professional manner using appropriate inflection, grammar and syntax; the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and the general public; the ability to maintain a professional, courteous, and pleasant demeanor in difficult and stressful situations; and the ability to diplomatically deal with difficult people.

Special requirements include registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Washington or reciprocal certification. Must possess a valid State driver's license or have the ability to obtain one prior to employment. Successful completion of a background check is a requirement of employment at Spokane Valley.

Salary range is $7,067.50 - $10,699.44 per month (Grade 16) DOQ plus excellent benefit package. This is a represented, FLSA exempt position in the Public Works Department.