Director of Engineering-City Engineer

Company: City of Moline
Location: Moline
Posted on: January 12, 2021

Job Description:

Job DescriptionDirector of Engineering/City Engineer Application Deadline: Open until filledFirst Review of resumes will be January 8, 2021. Hours: Monday - Friday, 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.Salary: $104,134.78 - $145,788.86 For this position, you must be licensed as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Illinois. Characteristics of the Job Manages, administers and coordinates the activities of the Engineering Department in support of policies, goals and objectives established by the City Administrator by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors and employees. This position entails considerable initiative and independent judgment and the ability to work with others to accomplish departmental and City goals and objectives. Examples of Duties Other duties may be assigned. Manage all services and activities of the Engineering Department, including engineering design, engineering planning, development coordination, survey, construction management and architectural services. Work collaboratively with the City Administrator, Department Directors and other appropriate staff members to develop, prioritize, coordinate and execute the City's Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Research, and apply for alternate funding sources for future capital improvement projects. Manage and administer grant funds and other agency funding. Execute delegated authority in relation to permits for water and sewer main extensions entered into with the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency. Work cooperatively and collaboratively with the City Council, City Administrator, other City departments and divisions, contractors, developers, engineering firms, local, state and federal agencies, business owners, residents to provide uniform and superior engineering and customer service. Manage and participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the Department; recommend appropriate service and staffing levels. Continuously monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of construction techniques, means and methods, as well as materials and specifications; assess and monitor work load, administrative and support systems and internal reporting relationships; identify opportunities for improvement. Plan, direct, coordinate and review the work plan for the Department; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems; assign work activities, projects and programs; monitor work flow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures. Review and approve all plans and specifications, designs, environmental documents and reports for the City. Serve as liaison for the Department with other City departments, divisions and outside agencies; negotiate and resolve significant and controversial issues. Participate on a variety of management committees and boards; attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of engineering. Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints; review contractor claims against the City; review, investigate and settle disputes between developers and the City. Promote communication and adequate information flow. Develop operating policies, procedures and programs consistent with parameters set by the City Administrator Review analyses of activities, costs, operations and forecast data to determine division progress toward stated goals and objectives and report findings to the City Administrator. Ensure that the responsibilities, authorities and accountability of all direct subordinates are defined and understood. Ensure that all organization activities and operations are carried out in compliance with local, state and federal regulations and laws and conformance to acceptable standards and practice. Provide timely, accurate responses to requests for services and information. Hire, transfer, suspend, lay off, recall, promote, discharge, direct, evaluate, reward and discipline employees, adjust employee grievances or recommend any of these actions. Prepare legal and highly confidential information, including information related to collective bargaining. Develop budget estimates based on anticipated needs and administer assigned budgets. Explain, apply and enforce City and department policies and labor contract provisions. Requirements Training and Experience Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university and seven (7) to ten (10) years progressively responsible experience in civil engineering, including at least five (5) years of supervisory experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Comprehensive knowledge of acceptable practices and standards of civil engineering, including design, construction and maintenance of public works projects; thorough knowledge of the laws and regulations that impact the work perform

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