Engineer (Transportation and Mobility)

Essential Job Functions

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Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Two (2) or more years of progressively responsible experience in a related engineering role that would demonstrate effectiveness in leading engineering projects and providing technical expertise.

Licensure or Certification Requirements

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT)
• Current and valid Ohio driver’s license with an acceptable driver’s abstract to meet criteria for insurability established by the City of Gahanna

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Civil engineering principles, practices, concepts, procedures, and methods
• General construction practices, methods and procedures
• Municipal government structure and processes
• Managerial principles, concepts, practices, and procedures
• All applicable state, federal and local ordinances, laws, rules and regulations
• All computer applications and hardware related to performance of the essential functions of the job
• Budget development policies and procedures
• Department organization, standard operating guidelines and policies, rules, and regulations
• Synchro and SimTraffic AutoCAD, GIS, and computer aided design software
• Using basic software such as Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Communicating orally and in writing with internal staff, citizens, and other departmental staff in order to give and receive information in a courteous manner
• Planning, organizing, assigning, delegating, directing, reviewing and evaluating the work of consultants
• Operating and maintaining all assigned equipment required to perform the essential functions of the job

Ability

• Apply an extensive variety of complex technical engineering principles to field conditions
• Review and analyze construction plans to determine compliance with applicable specifications, regulations, codes and ordinances
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, city officials, other government agencies, and the general public

Why Gahanna?

• Named one of the 'Best Hometowns' by Ohio Magazine
• Offers 750+ acres of parkland
• Vibrant neighborhoods
• Opportunities for business growth
• Only eight miles from downtown Columbus and minutes away from the John Glenn Columbus International Airport
• Strong emphasis on community, family and fun
• Wide variety of seasonal and special events
• Comprehensive benefit packages including health insurance, prescription drug insurance, employer-paid dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account contributions, life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance, retirement benefits, deferred compensation programs, and an Employee Assistance Program
• Additional benefits include college tuition reimbursement, employer-paid professional development, and an annual service credit

Required Question

1. 01 Briefly explain how your background and professional experience make you the best candidate for this position.
2. 02 Are you a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Ohio?