City Engineer

About the role

The City Engineer is a highly technical position responsible for ensuring technical and regulatory compliance of private and public projects. The City Engineer is responsible for the direct supervision and evaluation of the performance of assigned direct and contracted staff. The City Engineer exercises considerable discretion for independent decision based on technical or professional knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provides direction and oversight of the assigned division(s) of the Public Works Department.
• Develops and implements policies, procedures, programs and actions that are consistent with policy direction of the Public Works Department.
• Performs duties of the City Engineer as defined in City Code.
• Manages updates to and oversees implementation of the Stormwater and Lakes Management Master Plan.
• Performs and/or coordinates the project planning and design of stormwater and lakes management public projects as described in the Stormwater and Lakes Management Master Plan.
• Serves as Public Works Department’s primary technical reviewer.
• Analyzes and reviews public and private project plans to ensure compliance with City Code and accepted industry standards in reference to stormwater, floodplains, lakes, wetlands, and multimodal transportation.
• Attends and participates in boards/committees, as assigned, including serving as the City’s representative for the Seminole County Resiliency and Mitigation Group and Floodplain Management Group.
• Ensures Public Works’ permitting and inspection processes are properly executed. Makes recommendations and implements changes to improve permitting and inspection processes.
• Serves as the Floodplain Administrator and ensures National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and Community Rating System (CRS) compliance, including performing activities such as site plan reviews, obtaining and reviewing Elevation Certificates, requiring and reviewing Letters of Map Change, providing Flood Determinations and other floodplain-related services to customers, ensuring adequate records are kept, providing relevant public outreach, and performing CRS recertification and verification duties to maintain or improve CRS ratings.
• Ensures overall compliance with NPDES Municipal Storm Sewer System (MS4), Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL), and Basin Management Action Plan (BMAP) requirements.
• Analyzes City Code for technical deficiencies and opportunities related to Public Works; stays abreast of latest industry design standards; recommends and coordinates improvements to City Code and City design standards, with consideration for sustainability and facilitating responsible redevelopment.
• Assists with grant applications and grant compliance for relevant projects.
• Collaborates with the Finance Department to ensure compliance with all financial policies as related to job responsibilities.
• Maintains effective public relations with the general public; provides timely and effective customer service.
• Supervises directly supervised staff.
• Plans, assigns and directs work of directly supervised staff.
• Rewards employees appropriately and evaluates performance in a timely manner using the employee evaluation forms instituted by the City of Casselberry.
• Supports and exemplifies the City’s identified core values, supports the mission and assists the City to attain its vision and goals through the efficient operation of assigned employees and/or departments.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in civil or environmental engineering or closely-related field is required.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in design, review, management, and/or permitting of public and/or private infrastructure, including three (3) years of experience in stormwater (including floodplain management, stormwater attenuation, and pollution abatement).
• A comparable combination of education and experience may be considered.
• A valid Florida Driver’s License.
• A Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check will be made to determine acceptance of past driving record.
• A certified Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the State of Florida.
• A Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) certification is highly preferred and must be achieved within one year of hire.

Skills

• Knowledge (intermediate to advanced level) of local, state and federal regulations affecting work.
• Knowledge (intermediate level) of departmental rules, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge (intermediate level) of the principles, standards, methods, and practices of the operation of stormwater and transportation systems.
• Knowledge of NFIP and CRS regulations/requirements.
• Knowledge of safety procedures for assigned divisions.
• Knowledge of planning, developing and analyzing transportation, stormwater, and water/wastewater technical programs.
• Knowledge of Public Works programs regarding stormwater routing, pavement design and management programs.
• Knowledge (intermediate to advanced level) of ArcGIS Geographic Information System (GIS) software or similar software.
• Knowledge (intermediate to advanced level) of ICPR software.
• Knowledge of business management practices.
• Knowledge of basic supervisory practices and procedures.
• Ability to learn and use BS&A enterprise software and CitizenServ permitting software.
• Ability to conduct interviews of prospective employees.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Ability (basic to intermediate level) to utilize Microsoft Office Suite, e.g. Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to support the Mission of the City of Casselberry: Committed to protect and enhance the quality of life within its community.
• Ability to support the Core Values of the City of Casselberry.
• Ability to support the Vision of the City of Casselberry: A vibrant, affordable, diverse, and progressive community where citizens feel safe, enjoy their neighborhoods, and access their city government.

Benefits

Salary range for this position is $108,139 - $135,163. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Pay

Hiring salary for this position is: $108,139 - $135,163.

Schedule

Typical work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.