City Engineer at City of Farmington Hills, MI
City of Farmington Hills, MI · Farmington Hills, United States Of America · Onsite
- Senior
- Office in Farmington Hills
About the Department
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for the daily operation of the Engineering Division within the Department of Public Services; supervises Civil Engineers and Engineering Consultants engaged in professional engineering activities and Engineering Aides involved in technical activities relating to the design, review, construction, and maintenance of municipal infrastructure projects including transportation, traffic control, environmental, sanitary sewer, water supply, storm water management, and asset management systems. Schedules work activities and monitors assignments in progress and upon completion, to assess quality and quantity of work performance.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Supervises and coordinates the activities of the Engineering Division in accordance with union contracts, consultant contracts, City and Departmental policies and procedures, and the Standard Practice Guide.
- Monitors activities in progress and upon completion to assess the quality and quantity of work performed and ensures conformance to City Codes, departmental policies and accepted engineering standards.
- Leads and participates in the design of public infrastructure and in the review of site plans for proposed commercial, industrial, and residential developments to ensure conformance to City codes, transportation operations, wastewater collection/conveyance, water supply distribution, storm water management, departmental policies, and approved engineering standards prior to issuance of required permits.
- Responds to and resolves questions and complaints from residents, developers, and contractors to ensure understanding and conformance to requirements and specifications. In addition, responds to various questions and problems of the general public regarding engineering standards and municipal infrastructure.
- Represents the City at various functions, conferences, associations, and meetings with the Michigan Department of Transportation, the Road Commission for Oakland County, the Oakland County Water Resource Commission, the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, and the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments, and various City functions.
- Prepares various reports, grants, and correspondence and coordinates activities with other departments. Keeps the Director of Public Services informed through written and oral reports.
- Maintains knowledge of engineering issues and trends through contact with other governmental agencies and colleagues, professional literature and by attending seminars and other educational meetings. Examines new products, procedures and policies, and makes recommendations.
- Assists residents and others with service requests involving all aspects of public works and engineering projects. Addresses, documents, and responds to all service requests received by the Division.
- Attends City Council and other boards and commission meetings to provide information, makes presentation and answers questions regarding construction, design, right of way and other related information.
- Interviews and screens candidates for employment making recommendations for selection. Trains employees, monitors progress, reviews performance and provides feedback for all staff, completes performance evaluations, and employee grievances and problems.
- Prepares and monitors the Engineering Division Budget.
- Identifies and recommends projects to be placed in the City’s Capital Improvement Plan.
- Performs a variety of office tasks. Prepares correspondence, answers phones and assists residents with questions and other office duties. May assume additional administrative responsibilities as assigned by the Director.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
Competency Statements
- Autonomy - Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Communication Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
- Communication Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
- Customer Service - Ability to provide courteous and effective service to the public while following City policy and procedures.
- Interpersonal Skills - Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with coworkers.
- Organized – Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
- Physical Ability - Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job.
- Presentation Skills - Ability to exhibit strong verbal communication skills for oral presentation.
- Punctuality - Ability to exhibit regular attendance and timeliness.
- Management Skills - Ability to organize and direct oneself and effectively supervise others.
- Technical Skills – Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering and 10 or more years of related experience.
SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Computer Skills
Basic skills operating a computer system and applications.
Basic computer skills in word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
Basic skills in Computer Aided Design and Geographic Information Systems.
Certificates & Licenses
Valid Operator’s License
Soil erosion and sedimentation control certification
Michigan Professional Engineers License
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of the job the employee is required to stand, kneel and sit for long periods of time; walk, talk, read, use hands and/or fingers, operate a computer and to reach with hands and arms.
Other Physical Requirements
Good vision and hearing.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed primarily in the office with occasional work performed in a vehicle, at construction sites, within the roadway and around traffic where the employee may wear a hard hat and/or safety vest. Work is performed in all weather conditions including temperature extremes. Occasional exposure to muddy, icy, and uneven terrain, odors, and noise.
