Civil Engineering (Construction)

Performs moderately difficult professional engineering work in the design, construction, maintenance, and operation of civil engineering projects; prepares designs, plans, specifications, estimates, and reports; and performs other related duties as required.

There are three immediate vacancies:

One permanent full-time vacancy with the Department of Environmental Management - Wastewater Division in Hilo. May be eligible to receive a Recruitment Incentive up to $24,996. Conditions apply.

One permanent full-time vacancy with the Department of Environmental Management - Wastewater Division in Kailua-Kona. May be eligible to receive a Recruitment Incentive up to $24,996. Conditions apply.

One permanent full-time vacancy with the Department of Water Supply - Engineering Division in Hilo. May be eligible to receive a Recruitment Incentive up to $24,996. Conditions apply.

Appointment may be made at any rate within the salary range advertised above at which appropriate qualified applicants can be recruited. Starting salary will be based on the qualifications of the person selected.

Certain Civil Engineer III positions are career ladder positions. The next level in the series is Civil Engineer IV, EN-24, $8,061 - $10,290/month. Persons hired into career ladder positions must meet minimum qualifications for the next level in the career ladder series, perform work at the higher level, and meet performance requirements to move to the next level in the career ladder series.

The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary positions as they arise during the life of the list. Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment.

Conducts office and field studies of proposed projects and supervises preliminary and final surveys.

Establishes benchmarks.

Takes cross-sections, profiles, and contours.

Makes survey computations and prepares preliminary drawings.

Designs and assists in the design of reservoirs, retaining walls, bridges, culverts, tunnels, pipelines, sewers, sidewalks, highways and other concrete, steel, and timber structures; computes grades and alignments, loading, and stresses; determines the size, proportion, and dimensions of structures.

Supervises the preparation of construction plans and drawings.

Assists in the preparation of specifications and contract documents.

Prepares cost and quantity estimates.

Checks shop drawings.

Supervises construction and inspection activities.

Interprets plans and specifications.

Changes and corrects plans.

Keeps records of work completed and materials used; prepares monthly and final payment estimates.

Conducts hydrologic and land development studies.

Checks plans and specifications of buildings and structures for compliance with the building code.

Reviews test reports and soil analysis reports.

Operates a vehicle to perform work-related duties.

Performs other related duties.

Training and Experience
A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree in engineering.

Two (2) years of non-registered professional civil engineering work experience.

Possession of a valid State of Hawai‘i Driver License (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver license at time of filing.

Examination
All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicant's training, education and experience as presented in the application.

Knowledge of
Civil and hydraulic engineering principles and practices; engineering mathematics, engineering mechanics, and mechanics of materials; and structural, mechanical, electrical, and sanitary engineering principles.

Ability to
Perform civil engineering design work or supervise construction and inspection activities; analyze stresses and determine the required foundations and structural features; supervise a small group of subordinate professional employees; and prepare engineering and inspection reports.

Physical Requirements
Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Physical Effort Grouping
Light

Benefits of County employment
The County of Hawai‘i offers a competitive compensation package. Your total compensation is comprised of your salary and a generous range of valuable benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.

Flexible Working Arrangements: Options may include alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours. (Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.)

Vacation: Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire - up to 21 days per year.

Sick Leave: Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire - up to 21 days per year.

Holidays: The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).

Training and Development: The County has a variety of training and development opportunities for employees.

County Tuition Reimbursement Program: This scholarship program rewards employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: You may be eligible for this federal program which forgives portions of federal student loans for individuals working in public service.

Retirement Plan: The Employees’ Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan that provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full‑time and part‑time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries.

Deferred Compensation: Save additional money for retirement - this voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan allows for the investment of tax‑deferred contributions.

Flexible Spending Plan: Use pre‑tax dollars to pay for qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses, as well as insurance premiums.

Health Benefit Plans: The County of Hawai‘i offers a variety of health benefit plans for eligible employees.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): This voluntary assistance program provides employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work‑related problems.

Group Life Insurance: Free life insurance policy for active employees.

Credit Union Membership:

Other Leaves: You may be eligible for other leaves, including Family Leave, Funeral Leave, Leave Sharing, Military Leave, Donor Leave, Victims Protection Leave, as well as leave for Parent-Teacher Conferences, Disaster Relief, Blood Bank Donations, and Jury Duty.

All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and change due to legislative actions and/or changes negotiated through collective bargaining. Please check out the benefits tab for additional information.

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