Engineering Services Specialist

Candidates should take the time to read all the elements of this job advert carefully Please make your application promptly.Description:This is a responsible and technical position within the Public Works Department with a wide variety of duties pertaining to the new construction of roads, streets and storm water systems, Public Works projects within Boone County.The Engineering Services Specialist is responsible for important functions within the Public Works Department, as well as, working with developers, contractors and the general public. This person must have knowledge of County policies, specifications and construction procedures.Major Essential DutiesThe Engineering Services Specialist will:Assist the County Engineer and Engineering Services Supervisor with the design, planning, and engineering of County road and storm sewer systems projectsReview bid specifications and assist County Engineer and Engineering Services Supervisor in conducting bidding processesManage County road and storm sewer construction projects including scheduling, site inspection, reviewing change orders and invoicingMaintain and update County pavement management programConduct traffic studies for and participate on the County Traffic Safety CommitteeIssue County road right-of-way encroachment permitsAssist the Engineering Services Supervisor in reviewing plans through the Planning Commission review process to ensure that the plan meets all the current County specifications with regard to grading, street construction, and storm sewers where applicableAssist the Engineering Services Supervisor in reviewing plats and through the Planning Commission process and prepare a punch list on construction as required based on the improvement plans and County Subdivision Regulations. Follow-up to ensure punch list items are completed or require guarantees as appropriate prior to signing of plat by the County EngineerPerform site inspection of soils, forms and materials for any street or facility that the County will be responsible for maintenanceReview core reports to determine if street depth specifications have been met. If not, provide deficiency reports to the Engineering Services Supervisor. If necessary, assist with invoicing to developers/contractorsPrepare records, correspondence, memoranda and inspection reportsWork with design engineers in developing of plans for County road and storm sewer projectsWork closely with Geotechnical Engineers to insure compaction techniques of soils and performance of materials are at the specifications minimumWork closely with contractors to ensure all construction of streets or facilities that the County will be responsible for maintenance are built to specificationAssist with pre-construction meetings between the County contractors awarded bids of major County road and storm sewer projectsAssist the Engineering Services Supervisor with coordination of contracted services for the Department including specifications for road and storm sewer improvements and verifying contracted services stay within budget.Assist the County Engineer and Engineering Services Supervisor with an annual maintenance schedule for road and storm sewers including coordination of the Pavement Management ProgramMinor Essential DutiesAssist with the Department's snow removal operationsPerform other duties as assignedSupervisory ResponsibilitiesNoneRelationshipsThe Engineering Services Specialist performs duties within the Public Works Department, under the direct supervision of the Engineering Services SupervisorRequirements:Education and/or ExperienceGraduate of a Bachelor's Degree Program (preferred) or Associate's Degree Program in Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Engineering Science, Engineering Mechanics, Geology, Earth Science, Industrial Technology, Industrial Drafting, Design Technology, Construction Technology, or related field.Engineering-related experience may be substituted for degree requirementsExperience or training which provides the desired knowledge, skills and abilities to perform required duties in office management and the Engineering Services DivisionExperience and knowledge of the functions pertaining to Public Works, general construction work and engineering practicesLanguage SkillsAbility to read, analyze, and interpret policies, procedures, professional publications, and governmental regulationsPossess strong oral, written and listening skillsAbility to handle sensitive issuesMathematical SkillsAbility to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measurement using whole numbers, common fractions and decimalsAbility to compute ratio and percent, and to draw and interpret graphsAbility to apply concepts of algebra, geometry, and statistics as neededReasoning SkillsDefines problems, collects data, establishes facts, and draws valid conclusionsInterprets a variety of technical and instructional informationMakes decisions which serve the county's best interest and follows the missions and objectives of the Public Works DepartmentCertificates, Licenses, RegistrationsPossession of a valid Commonwealth of Kentucky driver's licensePossession of a valid Commonwealth of Kentucky Class B commercial driver's license or the ability to obtain within one year from date of hireOther Knowledge and/or SkillsBasic computer skills with ability to access programs such as but not limited to Microsoft Office products. Capability to provide reports and spreadsheets as neededAbility to draw and interpret maps, blueprints and construction plans as neededKnowledge and understanding of construction practices and termsAbility to interpret maps, plats and construction plans as neededAbility to interpret surveying stakes as related to field construction workAbility to work with other department, county, other agency personnel and the general publicAbility to work under limited supervisionPhysical DemandsWhile performing job duties, the employee could reasonably be expected to:Regularly (over 2/3 of regular working day)Stand or walkTalk or hearLift and/or move up to 50 poundsOperate a motor vehicleOccasionally (under 1/3 of regular working day)SitReach with hands and armsUse hands to type, handle papers, tools etc.Vision requirements include close, distance, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focusWork EnvironmentThe work environments described in the preceding paragraphs represent those encountered while performing the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functionsTemperature level will vary from extreme cold to extreme heat.Moisture level will vary from extreme dry to rain, snow, and icy conditions.CommentsMust display the following:Positive communicationObjectivityWillingness to solve problemsCommitment to Boone County's best interestsMust adhere to the applicable provisions of the Public Works Department Rules and Procedures, the Boone County Personnel Policies and Procedures, the Boone County Administrative Code, the Kentucky Revised Statutes, and any other procedures, rules, regulations, and policies set forth by appropriate authoritiesMust be neat in appearanceMust be 18 years or olderMust maintain confidentiality when requiredPI8912c73ca113-36310-34931394

Created: 2024-11-04