Engineering Inspection Supervisor na Indian River County Board of County Commissioners, FL

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*THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM VETERAN'S PREFERENCE*

Monitors and coordinates inspections of land development projects, site plans, and single-family residences within the County.   Supervises and provides training for Engineering Inspectors.  This is a trained technical position, working under the general direction of the County Engineer.

Position Duties

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates staff performing engineering inspections for site plan, land development, right-of-way, etc. projects within Indian River County.  Supervises employees by communicating regularly, motivating, training, evaluating, and planning and directing employees’ work. 
• Provides annual performance evaluations for assigned engineering inspectors.   Coordinates daily work activities and supervision of inspection teams, organizes, prioritizes, monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; confers with assigned staff, assists with complex/problem situations, and provides technical expertise.
• Reviews plans for construction within County Rights-of-Ways for compliance with County standards.
• Reviews and provides recommendations for Right-of-Way Permit issuance.
• Monitors and inspects approved right-of-way and site plan projects and verifies that the site is constructed in accordance with County Standards and all rights-of-way are restored to proper condition.
• Monitors and inspects stormwater drainage facilities for site plans, land development, etc.
• Collects video and/or photographic data under the general direction of the County Engineer.
• Works independently in all phases of the Engineering Department's permitting and inspection program under the general supervision of the County Engineer. 
• Ability to check plan grades and in-place staking for proposed construction and, if required, set grade stakes at proper elevations for culverts and driveways, and inspect staking compliance with approved plans and County regulations.
• Investigates water or flooding conditions, complaints, etc. in the County's right-of-way. Gathers field data and condition descriptions that are necessary for preparation of detailed drawings, cross sections, and data reports.
• Prepares detailed data reports or summaries of work and/or deficiencies to present to County Engineering Staff, Developers, and Contractors.     

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate’s degree in civil engineering, construction management or closely related field supplemented by 4 years of working experience or an equivalent combination of formal education and working experience.  

Licenses, Certifications or Registrations:

• Valid Florida driver’s license.
• FDOT Inspection Certifications, Nuclear Densimeter Certifications, Construction Traffic Control Certification, and NPDES training are desired.
• Successful candidates will be required to successfully obtain an intermediate MOT/TTC certificate as well as National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) training within a probationary period.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and inspection procedures of roadway, bridge, and general site construction.  
• Knowledge of stormwater management principles. 
• Ability to familiarize self with all County ordinances and regulations pertaining to rights-of-way and construction projects.   
• Ability to enforce County ordinances and regulations tactfully and firmly.  
• Ability to utilize basic surveying instruments to verify lines and grades.  
• Ability to utilize various pieces of equipment as necessary to perform the functions of the position. 
•  Ability to utilize electronic tools used for reporting and documentation as necessary to perform the functions of the position. 
• Ability to act as troubleshooter, resolving complaints and drainage concerns with the public and or site contractors.  
• Ability to coordinate and schedule activities between County agencies and independent agencies.  
• Ability to perform various administrative and supervisory functions.

Other Qualifications

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Work is performed inside an office environment.   Periodic site visits are required which will involve working outdoors with exposure to heat, dust, and inclement weather conditions.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: 

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position.  While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary that are a logical assignment to the position.

JOB DESCRIPTION / ADA ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

ATTESTATION 

I understand that a qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

I have read the job description for the above position and understand the job duties, requirements, and responsibilities for the position. I attest that I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined in the job description either with or without accommodation. I understand that if I require accommodation, I will contact the Human Resources Department to request accommodation.

If I have any questions about the job duties described in the above job description, I should discuss them with my immediate supervisor or a member of the Human Resources staff.

I have discussed any questions I may have had about this job description prior to signing this 
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