Civil Engineer I or Civil Engineer II

Overview

We are looking for a hard-working individual to join our team as a Civil Engineer I or II!

Larimer County Engineering Department offers engaging opportunities for professional development in the field of Civil Engineering. The engineering staff deals with development review, floodplains, stormwater, road and bridge capital improvement projects, traffic engineering, asset management, and land acquisition. Staff also work to support creation and operation of improvement districts for maintenance and repair of neighborhood subdivision roads.

For this job posting, we are seeking to hire a skilled engineer to join our Development Services, Floodplain and Stormwater Group. The team is relatively small and is responsible for a wide variety of duties in coordination with other groups, departments, and customers. The ideal candidate for this position will have a desire to learn, a cooperative attitude, and effective communication and coordination skills. The candidate will also have knowledge of civil engineering design principles and Larimer County road design and stormwater design practices.

The candidate can expect the hiring pay rate to be: CE I is $35.5829-$42.6955 (Hourly), $74,012-$88,815 (Annual). CE II $39.1412-$46.9695 (Hourly), $81,414-$97,696 (Annual).

The standard schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, with 8-hour workdays expected between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM. Occasional evening meetings, hearings, and presentations may be required.

Responsibilities

What you'll be doing:

• Performing engineering and technical reviews of various land use and development proposals for both public and private projects within Larimer County, including providing feedback at concept-level meetings and reviewing construction plans and technical reports prepared by civil engineering consultants for conformance with County engineering policies, design standards, and land use regulations (such as traffic, site layout, grading, road design, stormwater drainage design, and erosion control).
• Reviewing submitted development construction plans, technical reports, utility plans, and design data.
• Reviewing stormwater management plans and reports for compliance with County Stormwater Design Standards and the County Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit program.
• Preparing written comments on development proposals for compliance with existing Larimer County standards and general engineering principles related to site development, street design, stormwater drainage, and other applicable policies, codes, and regulations.
• Writing technical review comments for land use and development proposals and presenting engineering-related county positions at Board of County Commissioner and Planning Commission public meetings and hearings.
• Assisting applicants and working closely with the Community Development Department on a variety of issues.
• Overseeing the construction phase of land development projects and periodically performing on-site inspections of roads, stormwater and water quality infrastructure, floodplain, and other development-related improvements to monitor progress and ensure conformance with approved plans, codes, and standards.
• Serving as a technical resource to the public, consultants, developers, County Boards, County staff, and other stakeholders.
• Researching and responding to citizen inquiries concerning access, drainage, grading, floodplain, or stormwater discharge.
• Assisting in developing, refining, or revising standards, policies, and procedures.

To view the full job description, visit-https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Civil_Engineer_I & https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Civil_Engineer_II.

What we're looking for:

• Understanding of civil engineering practices and principles, street design standards, drainage design, and development review processes.
• Proficiency in engineering computations and the ability to read and interpret plats, engineering plans, studies, models, and reports for conformance with County standards and codes.
• Knowledge of specifications, methods, materials, and techniques used in land development and stormwater construction projects.
• Background in stormwater drainage systems and floodplain management.
• Familiarity with local stormwater design standards, such as the Mile High Flood Control District Criteria Manual, and typical hydrologic and hydraulic modeling calculations.
• Clear, concise, and persuasive communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Confidence in presenting information effectively in public settings to County boards, commissions, and diverse community groups.
• Strong ability to prioritize tasks and work both independently and as part of a team without close supervision.
• A cooperative approach to work and a commitment to providing professional customer service to clients and the public.

Qualifications

To move forward in the hiring process, candidates must meet the required minimum qualifications. That said, we encourage you to think about your unique background and skills before applying. People often underestimate how their experiences match up with a role’s needs. We encourage you to apply if you meet the minimum qualifications and believe your skills and perspective can add value to this position.

Civil Engineering I

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent education, from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering required.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License by date of hire required.
• Engineer-Intern Certification preferred.

Civil Engineering II

• At least three (3) years of experience as a Civil Engineer I in Larimer County, or in a directly related field or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities required.
• Engineer-Intern Certification required.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Colorado preferred.
• Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Civil Engineering or a related field required.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Driver's License.

Benefits
Here’s what Larimer County offers for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Want to dive into the details? Check out Larimer County's Benefits. https://www.larimer.gov/hr/benefits

Supplemental Information

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.

Click here to view information on Larimer County's Benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 3/26/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

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