Civil Engineer IV
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Working Title of Vacant PositionCivil Engineer IV
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Type: Public
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: PUBLIC WORKS
Division: PUB WORKS ENGINEERING
Requisition Number: 2023394P
Number of hours worked per week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday; 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. | Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA (306 Cedar Rd)
Position Driving Requirement: R - Routine
Pay Basis: Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary: $85,363 – $140,849;Depending on Qualifications and Experience
Job Description: The City of Chesapeake’s Department of Public Works is seeking an Engineer IV with an emphasis in stormwater engineering and proven project experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, analysis of watersheds, and design of stormwater improvement projects. The position is responsible for managing and supervising our Stormwater Engineering Section. The selected candidate will have a strong working knowledge of stormwater practices and experience in supervising a team of professionals to successfully deliver projects within schedule and budget. If you enjoy working in a dynamic environment and want to make a difference for Chesapeake and its citizens, come and join our team!
Essential FunctionsOversees the City’s Master Drainage Plan, complex hydrology and hydraulic modeling, and analysis of watershed areas.Develops and reviews designs for various types of flood control and water quality improvement projects with City staff or consultants. Reviews for conformance with established engineering practices, local/stage regulations, and cost-effective solutions.Manages the development of contract documents for stormwater improvement and maintenance projects including construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates.Provides administrative control such as budgetary, scheduling, and quality control/quality assurance for all types of complex stormwater studies and projects.Prioritizes, plans, and programs stormwater capital improvement projects.Prepares operating and capital budgets, oversees and approves expenditures, prepares financial forms, reports, and state/federal grant applications.Investigates and responds to drainage inquiries and concerns for contractors, staff, the general public, and other organizational agencies.Oversees and coordinates the rain assessment procedure to document flooding during certain rain events.Manages technical support for the Operations and Maintenance division for drainage related requests.Develops and interprets policies and procedures to ensure flow of operations and accomplishment of goals.Manages the team workload and supervises, trains, and evaluates subordinate staff.Attends or conducts staff meetings to exchange information; attends in-service training, classes, or conferences to improve professional skills.Performs related tasks as necessary such as serving on committees.
We offer a wide variety of benefits to include:MedicalDentalVisionPaid Time OffHoliday PayLife InsuranceDisabilityRetirement Plan
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
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Required Qualifications: VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL PREPARATION: Requires a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related field.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards. A Virginia Professional Engineer license is also required or a Professional Engineer license from another state with the ability to be licensed in Virginia within 12 months of employment under a reciprocity agreement. Additional State and/or City certification(s) may be required. The Virginia DEQ Certified Plan Reviewer and/or Program Administrator for SWM is required within 12 months of employment.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of seven years of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Job Open Date: 10/12/2023
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants: In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Generally, a positive test result for marijuana, alcohol, or other controlled substances will disqualify an applicant from employment. Possession of a medical marijuana license will not excuse an applicant from the testing process or the consequences of testing positive for marijuana.
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