County Engineer

Hall County•Gainesville, GA

12h

About The Position

Serves as the Division Director. Manages, directs, and evaluates professional and technical engineering staff engaged in the design, construction, and maintenance of roadways, community development, traffic, stormwater infrastructure, and sanitary landfill engineering.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field and seven years of progressively responsible civil engineering experience of which at least five years’ experience is in a supervisory capacity or any equivalent combination of education or experience to meet the above stated requirements.
State of Georgia Certified Professional Engineer or Certified Professional Engineer in a state having reciprocity with Georgia.
Valid Class I Driver's License and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
Knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of civil engineering as applied to major public works projects.
Knowledge of principles and practices utilized in the inspection and testing of materials used in the construction of roads, bridges, and other projects.
Ability to interpret intent and meaning of contract provisions, plans, specifications involved in highway construction.
Ability to organize, interpret, and analyze technical engineering reports.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to plan, organize, and administer an engineering program, including supervising and evaluating a professional and technical staff.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Federal, State, and Local officials, contractors, developers, employees, and the public.

Responsibilities

Assigns and participates in engineering studies, location surveys, preliminary and final designs; assists in developing engineering proposals and designs.
Reviews plans and inspects projects to ensure conformance to legal requirements and plan specifications; prepares public works project specifications, plans, estimates, and reports; evaluates equipment requirements, and makes recommendations.
Manages special projects and programs for the Public Works and Utilities Department as assigned by the Public Works and Utilities Director.
Monitors and coordinates right-of-way acquisitions; meets with property owners and negotiates purchase to obtain property for public works projects.
Interviews, makes hiring recommendations, plans and assigns work, reviews, and evaluates performance of subordinates; provides technical guidance as needed.
Develops, implements, and monitors policies, procedures, and protocols for area of assignment; interprets, explains and implements local, state, and federal laws, codes, and regulations; conducts staff meetings; and provides information, updates, and coordination of work activities.
Formulates and implements administrative and technical policies and procedures for the Engineering Department; ensures engineering records and files comply with legal requirements.
Develops and administers annual budget; monitors approved expenditures.
Meets with Commissioners and City and State officials concerning roadway issues and complaints and resolves problems; consults with Federal, State, and Local officials regarding engineering projects and con cerns.
Attends and participates in public meetings; advises, informs, and responds to citizens; serves as technical expert at board meetings and provides supportive data on engineering issues.
Represents the division and the department on various committees, meetings, and public hearings; attends and participates in meetings and forums; and answers questions and provides information regarding division activities and plans.
Regular and predictable attendance is required.
Performs other related duties as required.