ABOUT THIS POSITION

Phoenix is the 5th largest city in the country, serving as Arizona's center of government, commerce, and culture. It is emerging in the new economy with strength in high technology, manufacturing, bioscience research and advanced business services. Phoenix is a young, progressive city, brimming with sports and cultural attractions, distinctive restaurants, fascinating museums, diverse residential options, and endless outdoor opportunities.

The Street Transportation Department is seeking a motivated individual to fill a Civil Engineer II position in the bridge and dam safety section under streets maintenance. The bridge and dam safety section Civil Engineer II performs civil engineering duties (under supervision of CE III) that include project management responsibilities, negotiation of contracts with consultants and contractors, ensuring compliance with standards, contracts, construction plans, and specifications for Capital Improvement Projects.

Additional duties include:

• Participate in emergency response and emergency trainings as well as tabletop exercises.
• Evaluating cost estimates, project specifications, and construction documentation.
• Develop and implement strategies for rehabilitation and maintenance of bridges and dams, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Track and communicate changes in the Five-year Plan for Bridge and Dam Safety, ensuring alignment with departmental objectives and budgetary constraints.
• Facilitate communication with consultants and contractors through correspondence and negotiations, preparing agreements and documentation as required.
• Provide expert guidance to contractor representatives regarding best practices for bridge and dam maintenance and safety measures.
• Respond promptly and professionally to citizen inquiries regarding bridge and dam safety measures, addressing concerns and disseminating relevant information.
• Coordinate with other City Departments to mitigate conflicts in project schedules and optimize resource allocation.
• Foster close coordination with City Staff across different divisions and departments, as well as external agencies, to streamline project execution and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Collaborate with the City's Bridge and Dam CEIII to effectively monitor construction contracts and job orders, maintaining meticulous records of project progress and expenditures.
• Engage in daily interactions with consultants and contractors, particularly in the context of Project Assessments, JOC repairs, pump maintenance, and Bridge Reconstruction/Rehabilitation projects.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Proficient using Microsoft Office programs.
• Proficient project management and negotiation abilities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills (written and oral).
• Knowledge of Arizona Department of Transportation ADOT bridge design processes and inspection requirements.
• Knowledge of construction methods, materials, and practices relevant to municipal Right-of-Way streets, dam maintenance, and bridge projects.

SALARY

Pay Range: $63,044.80 to $118,872.80 annually.

Hiring Range: $63,044.80 to $84,468.80 annually.

Pay Range Explanation:

• Pay range is the entire compensation range for the position classification.
• Hiring range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.

BENEFITS

A comprehensive benefits package is offered which includes:

• Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions, click here for more details: Pension Information
• 401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions
• Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans
• Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan
• Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually
• Dental, vision, and life insurance options
• Employer paid long-term disability
• Free Bus/light rail pass
• Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year
• Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days
• Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period
• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi

For more details, visit: Unit 007 Benefits

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• One year of experience in the practice of civil engineering work,
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering; Master's degree preferred.
• OR Two years of experience in civil engineering and a related engineering degree.
• Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.
• The City job description can be found here .
• All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position.
• Some positions require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record. Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee is not authorized to drive a City vehicle or if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage.
• For information regarding pre-screening and driving positions, click here .

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The minimum qualifications listed above, plus:

• Engineer In Training (EIT)/ Professional Engineer (PE) certification.
• Experience with agency and municipal coordination.
• Experience with plans, SOW, roads and bridges, and material specifications.
• Experience engaging with the public and addressing community concerns in civil engineering projects.
• Civil Engineering design experience related to flood retarding structures, H&H analysis, and culvert design.
• Two years of project management experience in complex capital improvement projects.
• Two years of experience in structure engineering design, plan review, inspection, construction, or project management.

RECRUITMENT DATES

Recruitment closes May 29, 2024. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date.

This is a position-based recruitment and will not result in any ongoing eligibility list. This recruitment and any selection processes resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill other related vacancies within the organization now or in the near future.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online by completing the required information and attaching, as one document, your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. Only the highest qualified may be posted to the eligible to hire list. The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address.

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REFERENCE

Civil Engineer II, JC:20220, ID# 54250, 05/15/2024, USM, GO, Benefits: 007

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