OVERVIEW
Position Overview Lead the stormwater planning and design for a wide range of Public Works transportation capital improvement projects requiring advanced expertise in stormwater engineering. Responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Lead stormwater regulatory and permitting process with understanding and application of regional stormwater regulations and Kitsap County’s Stormwater Design Manuals
- Prepare hydrologic and hydraulic modeling for the design of stormwater conveyance, water quality treatment, and flow control facilities in preparation of stormwater drainage reports.
- Assist in the preparation of bid-ready engineering designs, plans, specifications, and estimates.
- Provide support to the Project Manager for the coordination and development of all project deliverables, QA/QC documentation, internal coordination, and task management.
- Mentor and train junior staff
- Provide engineering support during construction.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR PERFORMANCE OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Required Education and Experience- Licensed as a WA State Professional Engineer (PE), or in process of securing WA State comity; and
- Four years of progressively responsible technical civil engineering experience (such as an Engineer 2 or equivalent) involving project coordination and design, project specifications, estimating, and contract bid document preparation in areas applicable to job responsibilities (design).
- One year of lead or supervisory experience.
*Engineering means the “practice of engineering” as defined in RCW 18.43.020.
Preferred Education, Experience or Other Qualifications - Six years of contract administration and project management experience.
- Certified as a Project Management Professional.
Driving Requirements The successful incumbent must meet the driving requirements of this position and submit a copy of a current driving record/abstract (from state of residency) to review for eligibility to drive for Kitsap County prior to employment. The successful incumbent must obtain a valid Washington State Driver's License prior to hire and maintain a satisfactory driving record as outlined in the Kitsap County Vehicle Use Policy. This position is categorized as
:- Category 1 Driver: operates County-owned vehicle, and
- Category 2: Driver may operate a personal vehicle as an essential function for official County business. Any employee using a personal vehicle on official County business shall be required to maintain auto liability insurance, in addition to having a valid driver's license.
Required Licenses, Certificates, Examinations/Tests and Other Requirements Please note: The incumbent is responsible for obtaining and maintaining all of the following required licenses, certifications and other requirements.
Prior to employment, the successful candidate must:
- Submit copies of valid certifications and/or official transcripts from an accredited college or university or business school, if education is being used to meet the minimum qualifications.
- Pass all job-related examinations/tests necessary to demonstrate required knowledge, skills and abilities, as determined by the hiring authority at time of job posting.
- Authorize and complete a criminal background check. Information received is reviewed on a case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove a candidate from consideration.
- Driving record review to verify their eligibility to drive for Kitsap County.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Appear for scheduled work and complete assigned tasks within a reasonable period of time.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others using tact, courtesy and good judgment.
- Maintain confidentiality and adhere to policy and procedures of the county and department.
- Physically perform assigned duties and essential functions of the position.
- Thorough knowledge of engineering theories, principles and practices including specific principles of assigned programs.
- Knowledge of Federal, state, and local laws, standards and regulations governing engineering projects.
- Knowledge of construction design, management, and principles.
- Knowledge of common materials used in engineering projects.
- Advanced and/or specialized technical knowledge and skills.
- Knowledge of current engineering methods and techniques as related to design, construction and maintenance of capital improvement projects.
- Knowledge of cost benefits analysis
- Skilled in conflict-resolution and ability to problem-solve.
- Skilled in technical writing.
- Skilled in data collection, problem solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to create, read and interpret engineering plans, maps, schematics, and specifications.
- Ability to inspect projects for compliance with rules and regulations.
- Ability to perform complex mathematical calculations.
- Ability to utilize computers and related software applications.
- Ability to serve as a supervisor to employees by training, assigning, prioritizing, reviewing, and monitoring the workflow of staff to ensure quality of work and services; provides guidance in processing of legal or other documents requiring specialized knowledge.
- Ability to provide timely guidance and feed back to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas needed to accomplish a task or solve a problem.
- Ability to develop and facilitate others to build a cohesive team to achieve specific and measurable team goals and objectives.
- Ability to apply and interpret County ordinances, State statutes, and federal regulations and legislation.
- Ability to apply approved engineering methods and standards to the planning, review, design and construction of capital improvement projects.
- Ability to provide reliable advice and acceptable solutions to difficult engineering problems.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, county staff, and other groups and individuals.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with the public, engineers, architects and other individuals.
- Ability to speak effectively and convincingly at public meetings and to provide testimony at hearings or trials.
Working Conditions/Physical Activities (The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Kitsap County provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
Positions in this class typically require:
- Working in an office environment with routine field inspections/activities around construction sites in wastewater treatment plants, and sewage pump stations
- Walking short or long distances
- Bending, reaching (over shoulders, at waist and below waist), or stooping
- Handling documents
- Clear speaking and adequate hearing sufficient to communicate effectively and respond appropriately in-person, on the telephone, and/or by computer
- Ability to enter data and retrieve information from a computer
- Exertion of force of up to 25 pounds occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or 10 pounds consistently to lift, carry or move objects
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Manages assigned projects activities, which include preparation of designs plans, specifications, and estimates, and collecting, gathering, and interpreting engineering data Act as the technical engineering expert to provide guidance, oversite, and quality control review of projects to ensure projects meet local, state, and federal codes and other legal requirements. Provide signatory engineering design approval on projects mandated by state and local codes.
- Drafts, reviews, finalizes, and processes complex plans or permits, codes and regulations engineering and environmental technical documents, resolutions and ordinances, engineering proposals prepared by external sources, and funding applications for state and federal grants or loans.
- Act as technical liaison on modifying and updating code and regulations and developing new codes and regulations. Provide the final review or be responsible for the technical quality assurance of policies, procedures and standards for assigned technical discipline or division.
- Act as the project manager or assist the project manager in managing capital road projects consultant contracts, which includes reviewing scope, schedule, budget, and project deliverables.
- Coordinates and participates in pre-bid, pre-construction and technical review meetings, which involve meeting with utility companies, developers, contractors, engineers and representatives from County departments and agencies to review and analyze plans, specifications and related impact for assigned projects.
- Make presentations to elected officials, community groups and general public on projects or their area of technical expertise.
Other duties as assigned.
OTHER POSITION RELATED INFORMATION
- Who May Apply: This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills.
- This position is classified as exempt from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
- This position is non-represented and covered under the Kitsap County Personnel Manual. Internal applicants should be aware that a change in union status or bargaining unit may impact your benefits and accruals. Please contact Human Resources if you have questions.
- Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office.
- Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the application materials submitted. Per RCW 42.56.250, all applications for public employment, including the names of applicants, resumes, and other related materials submitted with respect to an applicant are exempt from public inspection.
- This recruitment is being used to fill an existing open position, and may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months.
- Flexible hours are available, as approved by management.
10% INCENTIVE PAY & 1 YEAR VACATION ACCRUALS ADVANCED! - Ten percent (10%) signing incentive payments will be provided in consideration for the candidate’s agreement to remain employed with the County for a minimum of two years.
- Advancements equal to 12 months accrual of vacation leave or general leave for immediate use by candidates who accept these positions. Additional vacation/general leave hours will accrue beginning the 13th month of employment. All other provisions of the Personnel Manual regarding vacation/general leave will apply.
This position is open until filled.At Kitsap County, we strive to take care of our team! Our employees are the greatest asset of Kitsap County, and we take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees.
County Paid Benefits Include:
Medical - Kaiser Permanente (HMO) or Aetna (PPO)
Dental -Delta Dental or Willamette
Vision - VSP
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Life Insurance - Basic, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Voluntary Term Life Insurance (VTL)
Disability - Short-term disability & Long-term disability
Voya Voluntary Insurance
Transportation incentives
Employee Assistance Program
Travel Assistance Program
Wellness program https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Wellness.aspx
Benefits become effective on the first calendar day of the month following the month in which the employee is hired except if the employee's hire date is the first calendar day of the month, benefits begin on the day of hire. More information about employee benefits is available on the county's website at: https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Benefits.aspx or the Kitsap County Digital Benefits Guide .
*Voluntary benefit options also available at the employee's expense
Retirement:
Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and Social Security.
Deferred Compensation (IRS Plan 457b): tax-deferred savings program
Holidays
11 paid holidays and 2 additional floating holiday per year
Vacation Leave
New employees are credited with 48 hours of annual leave upon hire and will be begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 360 hours from one calendar year to the next. Annual leave accrual will increase upon tenure, as follows:
Upon completion of 3 years: 15 days per year (10.00 hours per month)
Upon completion of 5 years: 20 days per year (13.33 hours per month)
Upon completion of 10 years: 25 days per year (16.67 hours per month)
Sick Leave
All new hires will be credited with 48 hours of sick leave upon hire and will begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 1200 hours from one calendar year to the next.
***Part-time employees benefit contributions and leave accruals will beprorated***
Current County Employees
If you are transferring or promoting into this position you are responsible for reviewing these benefit changes; prior to accepting a position. In addition, it is your responsibility to notify the Auditor's Payroll Division of a change in union status.
NOTE: This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Kitsap County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts or is incorrect with the provisions of the Personnel Manual, applicable laws, policies, rules or official plan documents they will prevail. The Personnel Manual is available at: https://www.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Personnel-Manual-2019.aspx
