Salary : $101,675.42 - $162,680.26 Annually

Location : Lakeland, FL

Job Type: Full Time Regular

Job Number: 2022-08

Department: Lakeland Electric

Division: ED-Engr-T&D Engineering 2017510000

Opening Date: 04/03/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

FLSA: Exempt

Bargaining Unit: NA

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF CLASS

This is a highly responsible supervisory engineering position. An employee in this class is responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating, budgeting, and supervising the engineering design and drafting activities. Work normally requires the supervision of and cooperation with engineering and technical subordinates. Assignments are received in broad outlines and require independent organizing work, formulating technical policies within assigned specialties, and monitoring work to ensure efficient operation. An administrative supervisor reviews work for overall effectiveness and attainment of objectives within the assigned function.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

Oversee the design of complex electric transmission lines along with overhead and underground distribution power lines and structures for the power grid.
Applies appropriate industry codes and standards to unique and complex electric transmission and distribution applications and mentors others in their proper use.
Oversee engineers/technicians in coordinating T&D facilities impacted by road projects with state and local governmental agencies.
Serves as Engineering section supervisor, directing engineers and technicians.
Coordinates assigned functions and activities of this section with other City departments/ divisions, other governmental agencies, private consulting engineers and contractors.
Provides technical guidance for work assigned and delegates responsibility to lead engineers and technicians.
Directs work planning, schedules, studies, estimates manpower forecasting program, and budget requirements.
Assists with materials and construction specifications to be used as standards by the division.
Plans the scheduling and control of authorized capital projects.
Maintains records of initiated projects cost and construction data.
Supervises establishment of equipment operation standards and ratings.
Participates in design and analysis as necessary.
Develops and prepares cost estimates for equipment, materials, labor, and preliminary design work, supporting the budgeting process and capital project management.
Provides technical guidance for work assigned and delegates responsibility to engineers and technicians.
Assists in developing engineering standards to be used by the section and supervises establishing guidelines for projects with the Developers and Engineering Firms. Also participates on committees to finalize these engineering standards.
Coordinates assigned functions and activities for this section by maintaining proper communications with other departments, divisions, workgroups, and outside agencies.
Ensures personnel receive required technical and safety training for the workplace.
Directs work planning and scheduling, including manpower forecasting.
May lead other divisions and City departments on cross-departmental projects and studies.
Acts as a representative/liaison with other utility and industry organizations involved in projects and studies.
Work with construction management support, some field inspections, quality control, and interface with construction crews, as needed, for major construction projects.
Ensures all projects and work orders are completed within the planned schedule and budget.
Ensures proper records are maintained in accordance with COL and LE standards.
May be required to work alternate hours as necessary for the efficient operation of the department.
Position is designated as Mission Critical by Department Director.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS :

Performs related work as required.

QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE) AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or Civil Engineering, or a closely related field.
Six (6) years of experience in engineering work.
One (1) year of experience in a supervisory capacity.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
Must maintain a valid telephone number.
Possession of a Professional Engineer's license issued by the State of Florida is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Extensive knowledge of engineering principles and practices applied in planning, location and design and as required for carrying out details of standardized design or assigned research.
Extensive knowledge of fundamental and applied engineering science.
Extensive knowledge of statistical principles and applications and designing difficult engineering projects.
Skill in making complex engineering computations and in designing difficult engineering projects.
Ability to plan and supervise the work of subordinate engineers and technicians.
Ability to plan, budget, and direct an engineering project of considerable magnitude.
Ability to conduct engineering research, write technical reports, and give reliable advice on complex engineering problems, plan specifications, and reports.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, consultants, contractors, employees, and the general public.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Requires sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time, exerting up to ten (10) pounds of force regularly, and routine keyboard operations.
The job risks exposure to no significant environmental hazards.
The job requires normal visual acuity, field of vision, hearing, speaking, color perception, sense of smell, depth perception, and texture perception.

All City of Lakeland positions are subject to testing (e.g. written, oral, performance, computerized, interview, and/or any combination). Candidates selected for testing will be notified via email or telephone. Please check your e-mail and telephone messages regularly, including "junk" folders. Test times and locations to be announced.

The City of Lakeland is a drug free workplace. This position is considered a mandatory testing position, which is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. All City of Lakeland positions are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing. As a condition of employment, you will be required to pass the pre-employment drug test in accordance with Florida Statute 440.102.

THE CITY OF LAKELAND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/EQUAL ACCESS EMPLOYER AND A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

City of Lakeland
2024 Summary Sheet

Annual Leave
Annual leave is accumulated bi-weekly and based upon years of service as follows:

Annual leave may be taken as earned by employees hired after January 1, 1989. Employees hired prior to that date use annual leave within the calendar year following the year the leave is earned. All employees may carry over up to a maximum of twenty (20) days at the end of the calendar year. Regular part-time employees who work at least twenty (20) hours per week accrue annual leave at the rate of four (4) hours per month.*

Sick Leave
Sick rate is accrued biweekly based upon years of service and standard hour classification. Eligible for use as soon as earned. Regular part-time employees who work at least twenty (20) hours per week accrue sick leave at the rate of four (4) hours per month.

* NOTE : REGULAR employees with a working day other than eight (8) hours, please contact your supervisor regarding these policies.

Sick Leave Pool
Allows employees to receive sick leave benefits in cases involving catastrophic or long-term illnesses or injuries after all personal leave time has been depleted. Regular full-time employees contribute eight (8) hours and Regular part-time employees contribute four (4) hours on an annual basis. Employees must have completed one full year of service on or before December 31st of the calendar year enrollment; and have accumulated at least forty (40) hours of sick time (twenty (20) hours for Regular part-time employees). Participation in this program is voluntary.

For more information contact Amanda Kaiser at 834-8768

Family & Medical Leave
Federal legislation guarantees up to twelve (12) weeks per year off work under certain circumstances outlined in the policy manual. The employees must have been employed by the City for at least twelve (12) months and have at least 1,250 hours of service during the 12-month period before the requested leave. The City will continue its group life and health insurance for an employee on leave at the same level and under the same conditions that existed while the employee was working.

For more information contact Dawn Justice at 834-6038.

Pension Plan
Provision for retirement income requiring mandatory participation for full-time regular employees.

Defined Benefit Plan:
Plan C Employee 3.12%
Employer 15.64%

Defined Contribution Plan:
Executives, New Hires aged 52 and older, and Fire/Police Recruits
Employee 8.5% or 11% per election upon hire
Employer 15.39%

Deferred Compensation 457 Plan:
A voluntary plan that is invested in mutual funds. The Employees' Pension Board performs the due diligence on the mutual funds. Employees may reallocate their account at any time.

Maximum contribution for 2024 is $23,000; employees aged 50 or older can also add a "catch-up" amount of $7,500. Additionally, a match of up to 5% of salary is offered by the City in Plan C.

Holidays
Twelve (12) holidays, includes one (1) personal floating holiday to be used at any time after three (3) months of employment and prior to the end of the calendar year.

Funeral Leave
Up to three (3) days off with pay due to death of an immediate family member (as defined in the policy manual). Up to four (4) hours off with pay may be obtained through supervisor approval to attend local funeral services of persons other than immediate family.

Jury/Witness Duty
Employees required to serve on jury duty will be relieved of responsibility for their regular work shift or portion thereof and receive full pay while serving. All fees received for such service may be retained by the employee. Employees subpoenaed to any civil or criminal court proceeding, which employee is not personally or monetarily interested, shall be paid as if engaged in regular work activities.

Military Leave
Allows for up to 240 hours in any one calendar year for annual military training without loss of pay or benefits for any employee in some type of reserve status for the United States Armed Forces. (see policy manual for additional information).

Maternity Leave
Refer to Family & Medical Leave for those employees who qualify. Others may take up to three (3) months leave of absence available upon approval of the Department Head. Employees may opt to utilize any combination of paid (sick or annual leave) or unpaid leave.

Leave of Absence Without Pay
Written requests are subject to approval by Department Head and City Manager or designee for less than ninety (90) days. Requests for more than ninety (90) days also require Civil Service Board approval for employees in a Civil Service classification.

Longevity Pay

Tuition Reimbursement
Program provides employees up to $2,500 per fiscal year (October 1 through September 30) for reimbursement of tuition of approved college, university, vocational, or correspondence classes upon completion with a grade of "C" or better in credit courses only. Full reimbursement is given for courses and fees, upon approval. The program does not include reimbursement for cost of books, supplies or other related expenses.

For more information, contact Sue Cook at 834-6844.

Suggestion Awards
A program designed to provide a consistent and organized method for employees to submit and be rewarded for constructive ideas for improvement. Maximum award is $1000.

For additional information, contact Kathy McNelis at 834-6348.

Direct Deposit of Paycheck (refer to handout in new employee folder)
An account must be established with the institution of your choice prior to signing up for direct deposit.

Uniforms/Equipment
Uniforms issued at no cost to employees for those job classifications which require them. Equipment is issued to employees at either no cost or discounted cost depending upon job classification.

Parking
Free while at work.

Break Periods
Employees may be permitted two (2), fifteen (15) minute breaks during the workday. The time shall be at the discretion of the supervisor.

For Information on Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance please contact Benefits at 834-6797.

For Information on Retirement Benefits, contact the Retirement Services Department at 834-8765 or 834-8797.

For Information on Firefighter and Police Officer Retirement Benefits, contact Foster & Foster at 239-333-4872.

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Do you have a degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited four (4) year college or university?

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Do you have six (6) years of experience in engineering work?

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Please provide a narrative supporting your answer to the above question. Be sure to include specific job title(s), job duties, organization(s) and the dates where the work was performed. Note: The employers and dates of employment you list here must also be included in the "Work Experience" section of this job application.

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Do you have one (1) year of experience in a supervisory capacity?

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Please provide a narrative supporting your answer to the above question. Be sure to include specific job title(s), job duties, organization(s) and the dates where the work was performed. Note: The employers and dates of employment you list here must also be included in the "Work Experience" section of this job application.

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By clicking "Yes" below, I understand that all relevant work experience MUST be entered in the "Work Experience" section on my application. In addition, all current City of Lakeland employees must list all previous City of Lakeland work experience in the "Work Experience" section of the application. Failure to complete the "Work Experience" section will disqualify you from the application process.

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