Engineering Director

General Statement of Duties/Distinguished Features of the Class Hiring range is negotiable between $90,020 and $116,126 depending on a candidate's qualifications and experience Performs difficult technical and professional engineering design, plans review and project management work for the City.
An employee in this class directs plan reviews, site inspections, project designs and construction-industry relations functions to assure quality construction projects for the City.
An employee in this class directs plan review, site inspection, project design and construction-industry relations functions to assure quality construction projects for the City.
Work involves supervising departmental technical and professional staff; participating in the design, construction management and inspection of public works and utilities projects; overseeing the Stormwater Management program; supervising and participating in the preparation of design criteria, analysis, specifications, plans, rights of way maps, investigations, cost estimates, tabulation of contract bits; authorizing contract payments; establishing schedules for work; ensuring preparation of reports and engineering records.
Essential Duties and Tasks Plans, organizes, and directs the work of the department to provide timely, thorough and effective response to construction within the City; establishes a vision of excellence of service and quality and communicates to staff.
Responsible for the design and construction of major infrastructure projects to include water mains, sewer mains, roads, sidewalks, elevated storage tank reconditioning, etc.
Manages and participates in the review of plans and specifications for infrastructure and project soundness and integrity.
Supervises and participates in the preparation of design criteria, analysis, specifications, plans, rights of way maps, investigations, cost estimates, tabulation of contract bits; authorizes contract payments; establishes schedules for work Coordinates the utility relocation activities as part of the roadway projects.
I'm responsible for the traffic signal system maintenance and operation activities.
Oversees and participates in capital improvements process engineering design of infrastructure for the City; coordinates design needs with other departments, other related staff, and citizen user needs; insures designs meet long term quality and functionality as well as regulatory requirements; updates and applies City engineering standards to achieve desired outcomes.
Conducts field visits to observe and collaborate with staff, meet construction industry officials, observe construction quality and community impact.
Oversees the review and approval of subdivision and site work by private parties; supervises payment to contractors and acceptance of city improvements.
Provides presentations to the City Council, Planning Commission, development community and general public.
Develops special projects, strategies, designs or other activities to support City and departmental management; researches issues, prepares reports; advises management, construction industry, elected officials and others on related matters.
Drafts forms of codes and regulations and makes recommendations for engineering matters.
Oversees budget planning and administration, and coordination with the construction industry and other City departments and divisions.
Supervises the provision of effective customer services in the department.
Supervises department; hires, trains, develops, provides performance coaching and evaluation to create a skilled and motivated staff; administers budget, and authorizes purchases.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of engineering principles and practices related to design and construction of infrastructure.
Knowledge of related laws, ordinances, codes and regulations affecting utility, public works, and building construction by the City or by contractors.
Knowledge of effective supervisory practices related to communication, motivation, workflow, performance coaching and evaluation.
Knowledge of municipal personnel, budgeting, and purchasing policies and practices.
Knowledge of AUTOCAD and PC-based programs, including MS Office, GIS, PowerPoint, and related software.
Knowledge of ITS concepts, data communications and computerized traffic signal systems equipment is desirable.
Skills with oral and written communications, including public presentations.
Ability to read and interpret laws, codes, ordinances, plans, specifications, and blueprints and to compare and interpret them with various aspects of construction in progress.
Ability to resolve conflict in a way that protects working relationships and creates commitment to follow resolution strategy in those affected.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with public officials, engineers, contractors, developers, construction workers, the general public, and other employees.
Ability to read and prepare complex records and reports.
Physical Requirements/Special Requirements PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is light work which requires exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
The following additional physical abilities are also required: balancing, climbing, grasping, hearing, kneeling, manual dexterity, mental acuity, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity and walking.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is generally performed in an office environment and involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, meeting and training rooms, libraries, residences or commercial vehicles.
Use of safe work practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, observance of fire regulations and traffic signals are minimally required.
The work involves occasional moderate risks or discomforts which require special safety precautions, e.
g.
working around moving parts or machines, irritating chemicals, etc.
Employees may be required to use protective clothing or equipment such as masks, coats, boots, goggles, gloves, or shield.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Public Administration or related field; Ten (10) years of related experience; Or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid North Carolina Driver’s License.
Registration as Professional Engineer in North Carolina Benefits SummaryThe following is a summary of the City of Goldsboro benefits:Vacation Leave: Employees earn vacation leave as follows:Years of Service Days per Year0 - 4 years 125 - 9 years 1510 - 14 years 1815 - 19 years 2120 + years 23A maximum of 30 vacation days may be carried over from one calendar year to the next.
Any excess of 30 vacation days on December 31 of each year may be transferred to employees sick leave balance, provided that they have taken five (5) days of vacation in the calendar year.
Holidays: City paid holidays are New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr.
's Birthday, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving (2 days) and Christmas (3 days).
When a holiday falls on a Saturday, the previous Friday shall be observed.
When a holiday falls on a Sunday, the following Monday shall be observed.
In order to receive a paid holiday, an employee must be on paid status before and after the holiday.
Sick Leave: Sick leave is accrued at one day per month or 12 days per year.
Employee Assistance Program The Employee Assistance Program is available to all full-time employees and covered dependents on the employee's health insurance plan.
Part-time employees who work 30 hours or more per week on a continuous year-round basis are also eligible for EAP services.
Employees and dependents each receive three free visits per year.
Services include, but are not limited to, financial counseling, depression, mental illness, and end of life/terminal illness.
Medical and Dental Insurance: The City of Goldsboro is fully-insured, and provides medical, dental, and vision insurance through the State Health Plan (SHP), MetLife, and Community Eye Care respectively.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage is available to all full-time employees.
Part-time employees who are scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week on a continuous year-round basis may, if they so desire, purchase available group health through the City for themselves and qualified dependents.
The coverage for medical is the first day of the month following the date of employment and dental is effective on the first day of employment, vision insurance is effective the first day of the month following the effective date of employment.
Medical insurance is provided to full-time employees at a minimal cost and pro-rated for part-time employees.
The types of coverage available are individual (Employees only), Employee/Child, Employee/Spouse, and family.
Dental and vision insurance is available at cost to the employee and/or his/her dependents.
Premiums are paid through payroll deduction on a pre-tax basis.
Life Insurance: All regular employees are provided a basic term life insurance coverage policy in the amount of $20,000.
00 at no cost.
Wellness Assistance BenefitThe City of Goldsboro offers a wellness assistance benefit of $25/month to employees.
This can be used to offset the cost of dental insurance or gym membership.
Employees must meet eligibility requirements for the State Health Plan and show proof of membership (if gym membership is selected).
Flexible Spending Account Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) provide you with an important tax advantage that can help you pay for health care and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis.
By estimating your family's health care and dependent care costs for the next year, you can lower your taxable income and save money.
The City of Goldsboro offers a FSA through Health Equity.
The Flexible Spending Account (FSA) is available to all full-time employees who are scheduled to work 40 hours per week.
The FSA is effective the first day of the month following the date of employment.
These are some of the expenses FSAs can be used for: medical and dental services, chiropractic services, orthodontia, and the child or adult dependent care.
Social Security: The City employees are members of the Social Security System.
The employee contributes 6.
2% (FICA) and 1.
45% (Medicare) for a total of 7.
65% of their annual salary and the City contributes the same amount.
Social Security benefits include retirement and disability payments and survivor's insurance.
Tuition Reimbursement: Tuition reimbursement is available to all full-time employees up to $2500 per fiscal year for job-related courses or required courses leading to a job-related degree.
This is subject to department approval and an employee must complete probation before reimbursement is granted.
Promotion Opportunities: Employees are encouraged to apply for internal positions.
Employment opportunities for current employees are posted on the City's Intranet.
Retirement: All employees who are in a regular position that requires 1,000 hours or more of service per year are covered under the North Carolina Local Governmental Employee's Retirement System (NC LGERS).
The employee contributes 6% of their annual salary on a tax deferred basis.
The City contributes to the employee's retirement account.
Eligibility for unreduced monthly benefits begins upon retirement after 30 years of service at any age, at age 65 with 5 years creditable service or at age 60 with 25 years creditable service.
Police Officers and Park Rangers may retire at age 55 with 5 years of service and receive an unreduced benefit.
Eligibility for reduced monthly benefits begins after you reach age 50 and complete 20 years of creditable service or you reach age 60 (age 55 if you are a firefighter) and complete five years of creditable service.
Police Officers may retire early with a reduced retirement benefit after you reach age 50 and complete 15 years of creditable service as an officer.
457 & 401K Supplemental Retirement Plan: The City of Goldsboro offers the NC Supplemental Retirement Plans, 401K and 457.
The City contributes 4% to the 401K for all non-sworn full-time employees and 5% for sworn police officers (as approved by the Council) and the 457 plan is voluntary with no contribution by the City.
The 457 and the 401k allow employees to set aside funds which is through payroll deduction and is tax deferred.
Income tax is due when the deferred earnings are returned to the individual normally at retirement.
Worker's Compensation: All City employees are covered under the North Carolina Worker's Compensation Act.
This act covers those employees who suffer injuries as a result of an accident while performing duties.
The Workers' Compensation program will pay medical expenses and a portion of the employee's salary, after 7 days, if the individual is out of work as a result of a work-related disability.
Compensation, Performance Appraisals and Merit Process: The City of Goldsboro is committed to hiring and retaining high quality personnel.
As a result, we offer competitive salaries that are consistent with market growth.
New hires may serve a six month probationary period upon date of hire and are evaluated in six-month increments.
The eligibility for merit is based upon the following criteria:Employee must have an overall appraisal rating of 2.
0.
Employee should score at least 2.
0 in competencies; any competency with a score less than 2.
0 will result in employee's ineligibility.
Note: The merit eligibility criteria is subject to change at the City Manager's discretion.
The appraisal process in the City of Goldsboro includes an evaluation of each employee's duties and responsibilities applicable to their position.
Upon completion of the probationary period, employees are evaluated on an annual basis.
The appraisal period is from October 1 – September 30 of each year.
The City of Goldsboro may provide merit incentives for high performing employees subject to City Council approval.