Assistant Director of Engineering

Assistant Director Of Engineering

This is a full-time, exempt, classified, non-bargaining position with benefits and time off, upon meeting eligibility requirements. SUMMARY: This position requires advanced knowledge in the field of Engineering. The Assistant Director of Engineering exercises discretion and judgment in order to assist the Municipal Engineer in the day-to-day administration and supervision of the Engineering Department and to assist with the administration and design of public works projects.

Examples Of Duties

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Write and review specifications. Prepare plans and details as directed by the Municipal Engineer and/or coordinates with Engineering/Surveying firms for same.
• Review permits submitted by utilities, developers and residents related to right of way impact and codes through the GovWell System or similar software system maintained by Building Department.
• Conduct on-site inspections to ensure compliance. Coordinates City inspection personnel and interfaces with outside inspection services and contractors as necessary.
• Prepare records and assist in the maintenance of departmental records and documents. Responds to inquiries and public record requests. Reviews project plans and existing engineering blueprints to ascertain a complete GIS system.
• Assist the Municipal Engineer in Storm Water Coordination for OEPA NPDES Phase 2.
• Assist the Municipal Engineer as Prevailing Wage Coordinator under Ohio Revised Code 4115.071, as pertains to all municipal contracts involving payment of wages to employees.
• Assist the Municipal Engineer with preparing grant applications to fund infrastructure projects and ensures that projects meet criteria for grant received, provides reporting and project management functions related to funding agreements.
• Assist the Municipal Engineer with supervising Engineering Department staff, monitors and prioritizes work, provides training and support, may assist Municipal Engineer with completing performance evaluations.
• Prioritize work, assigns tasks, provides direction and ensures compliance, is responsible for the Engineering Department in the absence of the Municipal Engineer.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships; resolve complaints; communicate with employees, other City departments, architects, engineers, project managers, contractors, etc. regarding City projects. Prepare for and attend meetings as assigned by Municipal Engineer, which may include City Council, board, commission and committee meetings.
• Perform Traffic Signal monitoring of computer data and recommends upgrades.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to ensure that individuals with disabilities are able to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET certified institution with ability to obtain an Ohio PE license required; and/or eight years of construction experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience including two years of supervisory responsibility. Experience with municipal infrastructure projects preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, general business periodicals, professional journals and technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively with employees, department heads, officials, contractors and the public.
• Knowledge of ODOT and Federal construction policies, standards, specifications and reporting requirements and ability to apply the same.
• Experience with general construction practices, methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of drafting, planning, engineering and surveying principles, and road and bridge construction techniques and equipment.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of statistics, basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to recognize potentially unsafe conditions and behaviors and correct them in a positive and appropriate manner.
• Working knowledge of computer system functions, ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office/Windows, GIS and AutoCad. Ability to type accurately.
• Ability to conduct on-site inspections.
• Knowledge of general office procedures. Ability to plan, organize, assign and direct work on projects and of staff. Ability to handle multiple projects and priorities.
• Knowledge of reviewing and interpreting maps, drawings and other documentation.
• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Ohio driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Maintains safety standards and provides training as needed.
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance.
• Maintains professional standards, including attending professional education and training, seminars and workshops; maintains required licenses and certifications.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Supplemental Information

WORKING CONDITIONS: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Majority of work environment will consist of normal office conditions however, the employee may be required to travel to worksites and meetings. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste and smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 200 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. While performing the duties of this position, the employee may be exposed to hot, cold, wet and/or humid conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works in places exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, risk of radiation, and vibration. The noise level in outdoor environments is associated with construction equipment operations and traffic. The City of Twinsburg is an equal opportunity employer.