Assistant County Engineer - Brown County, MN : Job Details

Salary: $41.57 - $46.61 HourlyLocation : New Ulm, MNJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 00237Department: Highway DepartmentOpening Date: 12/02/2024Position Summary The Assistant Highway Engineer coordinates with the County Engineer the supervision and operation of the Highway Department. The Assistant Engineer is responsible for supervising the engineering department in design, inspection, and documentation for county construction projects. The Assistant Engineer also represents the Highway Department and the County Engineer, in his absence, at meetings, seminars, conferences, Board meetings and other functions. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervises the downloading of survey data into the computer.
• Prepares and purchases Highway Easements and Construction Easements.
• Manages highway design and construction projects.
  • Supervise and design of Highway projects with approval of Engineer and State Aid.
  • Prepares, reviews, submits, and obtains permits.
  • Prepares project memorandums for federal projects.
  • Manages and performs survey, drafting, and design work ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.
  • Performs engineering computations and reviews engineering estimates.
  • Manages and prepares construction special provisions, contracts and bidding proposals, awards contracts.
  • Assists in the review of publicly submitted plats.
  • Assists in management of county ditch drainage system.
  • Assist at bid openings, tabulate the bids, and prepare abstract of bids.
  • Contract administration.
  • Documentation of projects.
  • Prepare the required reports of the various agencies.
  • Materials inspection approval or rejection.
  • Construction inspection and supervision of technician inspectors.
• Updates county survey records.
• Confer and assist with park and landfill projects.
• Supervision of annual Bridge Safety Inspection as the Team Leader .
• Develops and maintains the pavement and asset management system for the County road and bridge system.
• Manages construction inspection, quality control, measurement of quantities and documentation of contract process.
• Assists in developing and administering budget, goals, priorities, procedures, and Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for the department.

Supervision:

• Manages and directs the Department staff and the work activities of the employees in alignment with the vision and direction of the County.
• Provides effective supervision, training, and guidance for assigned personnel; is approachable; anticipates changes and manages challenges.
• Promotes teamwork and cooperation.
• Serves as a positive role model of successful performance and ethical conduct.
• Monitors and documents the work performance of assigned personnel on a timely and continual basis, conducts effective coaching, reviews performance, and takes corrective action whenever necessary.
• Delegates responsibility and authority.
• Responsible for scheduling work assignments, tracking, and approving hours of work.
• Conducts or oversees training for current and new employees to ensure established procedures are clearly understood and followed.
• Continually monitors results being achieved in assigned areas, providing the necessary tools, and coaching to create a cohesive team.
• Creates a working climate in which assigned personnel are motivated to develop their working knowledge, skills, and abilities, and demonstrates by personal example the desired standards of conduct and work performance.

Other duties as assigned or apparent

• Attends trainings and meetings.
• Member of the Highway Committee.
• Represents the Highway Department and the County Engineer, in his absence, at meetings, seminars, conferences, Board meetings and other functions.

Qualifications Education:Graduation from an accredited College or University with a B.S.degree in Civil Engineering; and preferred experience of five years of highway design/construction inspection/documentation/contract administration experience working with a State/County/CityEngineering/Public Works Department, Civil Engineering Consultant or Private Contractor that conducts public works projects for the State, Counties or Municipalities. This period should include a minimum of four years of experience as a Senior (Level II) Certified Construction Technician.; or equivalent combination of education/training/experience.ORGraduation from an accredited College or University with an associate's degree in civil engineering technology; and preferred experience of seven years of highway design/construction inspection/documentation/contract administration experience working with a State/County/City Engineering/Public Works Department, Civil Engineering Consultant or Private Contractor that conducts public works projects for the State, Counties or Municipalities. This period should include a minimum of four years of experience as a Senior (Level II) Certified Construction Technician.; or equivalent combination of education/training/experience.Requirements:

• Certified MnDOT Construction Technician in all fields as Level I & Level II within 5 years of employment.
• State of Minnesota Department of Transportation certified as Bridge Safety Inspector Level II Team Leader within 5 years of employment.
• Certified in all levels of Erosion Control by the University of Minnesota within 5 years of employment.
• Professional Engineer licensure preferred; not required.
• Supervisory and management experience and training.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written.
• Need to be organized,self motivated,and able to motivate subordinates.
• Able to establish good working relationships with MnDOT Engineers and personnel, County Commissioners, County Administrators, Engineer, Maintenance Foreman, Accountant, Technicians, Township Officials, City Personnel, Engineering Consultants, utilities and contractors.
• Must be able to represent Brown County and Engineer at conferences, seminars, meetings and other functions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Extensive working knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, rules and regulations relating to highway, bridge and ditch systems designs, construction and maintenance, and land acquisition.
• Extensive working knowledge of federal and county state aid funding programs and methods of obtaining project approvals.
• Proven leadership skills for the management and supervision of Highway Department activities.
• Considerable knowledge of Highway administration, personnel administration, management techniques and organizational development.
• The ability to develop and implement Department goals and objectives; plan, coordinate, direct and evaluate the work of others; develop and implement Department policies and procedures; and to supervise personnel in a manner conducive to efficient performance and high morale.
• The ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, and have strong positive public relations skills.
• The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to apply professional/managerial principles and judgement within overall goals/directions established by senior management.
• Ability to use extensive analytical ability to select, evaluate and interpret data from several sources; interpretation of guidelines, policies, and procedures is required.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships to carry out organization programs on matters requiring cooperation, explanation, and persuasion.

Position is a grade 16 with an entry hourly wage range of $41.57 to $46.61, DOQ. Position has a full earning potential of up to $58.89 per hour, DOQ. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYERBrown County provides a comprehensive, balanced, and competitive benefits package as part of your total compensation.The following outline of County-offered benefits serves as an overview and does not provide all provisions, limitations, and exclusions. If there is a contradiction between this and the official plan documents, the plan documents will prevail.VacationVacation accruals, utilization, and payouts vary within each collective bargaining agreement and/or the employee handbook. The following is the general overview of the vacation benefit for full time employees:Years of Service Biweekly Accrual Rate (based on 80-hour pay period) Years Completed Total Hours Per YearUp to 4 years 101.66 hours4 years but less than 8 years 130 hours8 years but less than 12 years 157.30 hours12 years but less than 16 years 185.38 hours16 or more years 201.50 hoursSick LeaveFull time employees may earn 8 hours of sick leave per month.Paid HolidaysMost employee groups observe the following holidays:New Year's DayMartin Luther King DayPresident's DayGood Friday Memorial DayJuneteenthIndependence Day (Observed)Labor DayVeteran's DayThanksgiving DayDay after Thanksgiving DayChristmas Eve Christmas Day Health InsuranceFull-Time employees and employees working 30 or more hours per week may choose between single or family coverage. Eligibility begins on the first day of the month after the date of active employment. The County has designated a base plan which is a high deductible plan with an HSA option. The County contributes monthly towards the cost of the health plan premiums with a semi-annual county contribution into employee's HSA for the single or the family coverage plan. For regular part time employees working 30+ hours/week year around, the County will pay 75% of the county share of single coverage (base plan) which may be applied towards family coverage and also contribute 75% of the employer HSA contribution.Life InsuranceFull-Time Employees are provided with the following term life insurance benefit at no cost to them. Regular part-time employees working 30 or more hours per week are eligible for this benefit with County paying 75% of premium. Eligibility begins on the first day of the month after the date of active employment.$20,000 term life/$20,000 AD&DShort Term Disability InsuranceFull-Time Employees are provided with a short Term disability insurance benefit at no cost to them. Regular part-time employees working 30 or more hours per week are eligible for this benefit with County paying 75% of premium. Eligibility begins on the first day of the month after the date of active employment.RetirementThe County and the employee contribute to PERA (Public Employees Retirement Association) Employees must participate as directed by Minnesota statutes. Contribution rates vary depending on position. Employee may obtain refund of employee contribution upon termination of service. Variable Benefits AvailableThe following benefits are available on an elective basis at the employee's choice: Dental Long Term Disability Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (FSA) Deferred Compensation (457b) Roth IRA Supplemental Life AFLAC PlansQuestions regarding benefit information can be directed to Human Resources at(507) ###-####.01 I understand that in order for my application to receive every consideration in the selection process, I must complete all of the following supplemental questions. I understand that I will only receive credit to responses that are supported in the information I provide in my employment application and that a resume will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Please check the yes button if you have read and understand this.

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02 Do you wish to claim Veteran's Preference? Veterans Preference points are awarded to qualified veterans and spouses of disabled/deceased veterans. Points are awarded subject to provisions of M.S. 197.455. You must provide documentation (DD214 and/or VA documents) establishing your right to claim the preference. Please attach your documentation to your application.

• Veteran: As defined in Minn. Stat. 197.447.
• Disabled Veteran: Please provide documentation of a USDVA verified disability.
• Spouse of disabled veteran with a service connected disability rating.
• Spouse of a deceased veteran who died on, or as a result of, an active duty injury.
• Not a Veteran or do not wish to claim a veteran's preference.

03 What is your highest level of education?

• Undergraduate College Degree or higher
• Technical or Community College
• High School Diploma/GED
• No education

04 What is your Professional Licensure status?

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT)
• None

05 How many years of experience do you have in surveying and/or construction staking?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1-5 years
• 5+ years

06 How many years of experience do you have with road and bridge design?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1-5 years
• 5+ years

07 How many years of experience do you have in road and bridge construction and/or inspection?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1-5 years
• 5+ years

08 How many years of experience do you have with bridge safety inspections?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1-5 years
• 5+ years

09 How many years of experience do you have in preparing construction contracts and/or specifications?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1-5 years
• 5+ years

10 How many years of experience do you have with state aid rules and requirements?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1-5 years
• 5+ years

11 How many years of experience do you have managing or supervising staff?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1-5 years
• 5+ years

12 How many years of experience do you have developing, reviewing, and/or approving project reports and other documents?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1-5 years
• 5+ years

13 How many years of experience do you have with county drainage systems?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1-5 years
• 5+ years

14 How many years of experience do you have dealing with public entities such as cities, townships, counties, or states?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1-5 years
• 5+ years

15 How many years of experience do you have dealing with other public agencies such as the DNR, BWSR, COE, or MPCA?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1-5 years
• 5+ years

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