District Engineer- Flood Control District (0526)

About the role

The Coconino County Flood Control District Engineer manages capital projects and directs the activities of District personnel. The position involves initiating and directing engineering plans, overseeing projects, and implementing flood control measures.

Responsibilities

• Initiates and directs development of engineering plans, specifications, and cost estimates for in-house designed projects and projects performed by consultants for the District.
• Oversees both in-house and consultant-performed engineering and construction of District projects including direction of quality control (in-house engineered projects) and/or quality assurance (consultant engineered projects) activities when required.
• Establishes schedule and budget for design and construction phases of District projects.
• Acts as the custodian of the digital and paper records and data property of the District relating to mapping, surveying, and engineering, including GIS databases, as-built construction plans and documents, and legal property instruments.
• Conducts field inspections, provides quality assurance and construction administration for District led projects.
• Reviews, approves, and signs subdivision and site development plans, cost estimates, for flood control related designs submitted by private development.
• Holds public meetings to discuss flood-related improvements and projects.
• Responds to flood emergencies.
• Serves as Flood Director, as needed and oversees Flood Director/Flood Warning System.
• Serves as District Administrator when Administrator has assigned.
• Plays a role in developing grant applications and representing the District with various agencies.
• Supports the Community Development Engineering Supervisor as determined by Administrator and Community Development Director.
• Supports the updating of the District’s Flood Mitigation Capital Improvement Plan and supports the overall annual District budgeting process.
• Evaluates, reviews, and guides District staff in daily activities.
• Supervises the County Hydrologist and other employees as assigned.
• Assists with defense of the District in matters of civil tort liability, including expert testimony.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Must be a Registered Professional Engineer within the State of Arizona or eligible for reciprocity if registered in a state other than Arizona. Must become a Certified Flood Plain Manager within 18 months. Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and five years of progressively responsible engineering experience with strong background in Hydrology & Hydraulics, Drainage and Flood Control, including two years in a supervisory capacity; or any combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering with an emphasis on hydrology and hydraulics.
• Practices and techniques of positive supervision.
• Safety regulations and safe work practices.
• Principles and practices of governmental budgeting and fiscal management.
• Flood control measures and their design and utilization.
• Construction standards and protocols.
• Effective and diplomatic resolution of problems, public relations, customer service, and public outreach.
• Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing; and communicating orally in a face-to-face setting and by telephone/video conference with elected officials, public and employees.
• Maintaining focus and staying calm in high-pressure and high-stress emergency situations.
• Organization and adherence to detail.
• Exercising initiative and sound engineering judgment in planning and organizing work, completing assignments, and resolving problems.
• Demonstrating sound judgement and discretion in matters of policy, administrative, organizational, and personnel situations.
• Developing and maintaining effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments, representatives of other organizations, County officials, and the public.
• Remaining current in knowledge required to perform assigned duties.
• Handling confidential matters and maintaining discretion always.
• Acting with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.
• Developing and implementing policies and procedures.
• Working safely and supporting the culture of workplace safety.
• Following written and verbal instructions.

Essential Functions

• Driving.
• Working with and around others.
• Working with frequent interruptions.
• Repetitive (hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder) motion for computer work.
• Visual acuity (near and far) for computer work and working with applicants.
• Color vision for working with computer screen.
• Hearing and speech for ordinary and conversations and training.
• Touch for computer work.

Employee Benefits

• Vacation/Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 10 Holidays Per Year
• Health Care Insurance
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Group Life Insurance
• Pre-Tax Deduction Plan
• Sick Leave Conversion Plan
• Personal Day Purchase Program
• Vacation Sell Back Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Wellness Program
• Long-Term Disability
• AZ State Retirement System
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-going Training Opportunities
• Free bus transportation/EcoPass bus pass