Engineer III (Vacancy)

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Engineer III (Vacancy)

Salary

$45.06 - $67.60 Hourly

Location

Varies by position

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

24-1048-V2

Department

59 Department of Public Service

Division

Division of Design and Construction

Opening Date

05/10/2024

Closing Date

5/30/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

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Definition

The position will manage the Department of Public Service (DPS) plan review group for private development. Experience in private development, roadway design, right of way development, plan review, and roadway construction all benefit this position.

Examples of Work:

• Meets with staff to resolve plan comment and coordination issues

• Attends meetings related to private development projects including internal meetings with other divisions and departments

• Attends meetings with outside stakeholders including developers, consultants, and outside government officials.

• Takes a lead role in resolving issues requiring stakeholders from within DPS

• Acts as the lead representative for DPS when resolving issues involving multiple departments and outside stakeholders.

• Develop, coordinate, and document processes to streamline the plan review with related internal processes

• Develops DPS plan standards in conjunction with the DPS Capital Improvements Plan Review Manager

• Performs quality assurance review of plans reviewed by subordinates and provides feedback for continued improvement

Under direction, is responsible for performing difficult to complex professional engineering work and/or supervising professional and technical engineering staff; performs related duties as required.

Examples of Work

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)

Directs the activities of an engineering unit involved in the planning, design, construction, maintenance, or operation of Capitol Improvement Projects and/or private developments;

Supervises engineering staff involved in major construction and/or maintenance projects or consultant studies; organizes and assigns work of a project nature; develops the procedures to be used; evaluates project progress and the work of subordinate personnel and, at times, outside consulting firms;

Manages the design of difficult to complex structures, facilities, systems, and equipment;

Directs the preparation of plans, specifications, bids, and cost estimates; prepares, reviews, and/or oversees contracts;

Reviews and inspects construction, maintenance, installation, and consultant work to ensure feasibility and adherence to departmental standards, policies, and specifications; amends current plans and specifications to suit existing conditions as needed;

Operates a computer and mapping software to draw and review maps and plans;

Represents the division by speaking about engineering projects and solutions in meetings with a variety of audiences such as for special project and area civic associations as well as with state, county, and municipal organizations, consulting engineering groups, and contractors;

Responds to requests or complaints from the public by way of telephone or in writing;

Assists with the preparation of the budget for projects or for the division;

Stays abreast of current engineering principles.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a valid State of Ohio certificate as a registered Professional Engineer and three (3) years of professional engineering experience which includes some supervisory experience over professional engineers or engineering projects. Substitution(s): Possession of a valid State of Ohio certificate as a registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) and nine (9) years of practical engineering experience, which includes two (2) years of experience supervising Professional Engineers or engineering projects.

Specialization in the discipline for which appointment is being made may be required for some positions and will be incorporated in the job postings, as appropriate.

Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license.

SPECIAL NOTE:

Professional experience is defined as responsible and significant engineering work performed after registration as a Professional Engineer (P.E.). Practical experience is defined as responsible and significant engineering work performed after graduation from an accredited, degreed engineering curriculum.

Test/Job Contact Information

Recruitment #: 24-1048-V2

Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular)

Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:

Tamara Harris

Department of Public Service

Division Of Design and Construction

111 N Front St Fl 7

Columbus, Ohio 43215

P: (614) 645-0459

E:tlharris@columbus.gov

The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City's Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Short-term Disability

• Life Insurance

• Wellness Program

• Tuition Reimbursement

Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City's human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.

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Agency

City of Columbus

Address

77 N. Front Street, Suite 330

Columbus, Ohio, 43215

Phone

(614) 645-8301

Website

https://new.columbus.gov/Government/Departments/Civil-Service-Commission

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