Supervising Engineer (Wastewater Operations)

Position Overview

All Persons Interested
Service Line/Section: Wastewater Operations
Location: 4545 Groveway
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 A.M. – 5 P.M. (Subject to change)

Description Of Duties/Essential Functions

• Cookordinate and manage a variety of engineering activities and personnel to identify, evaluate, manage, maintain, and rehabilitate large diameter sanitary sewer collection system sewer lines, manholes and laterals.
• Provide technical guidance, supervision and coordination of technical personnel and projects.
• Provide technical analysis and information to develop solutions to improve effectiveness and efficiency of analysis for repair/rehabilitation of the wastewater collection system.
• Performs on-site project inspections, investigations, discussions with contractors, evaluate manufacturer’s information, etc. to determine solutions for challenging sanitary sewer problems in a timely fashion.
• Evaluate proposals and make recommendations for projects and manage demonstration.
• Respond to inquiries by departments, consultants, agencies and public.
• Attend meetings and conferences.
• Cookordinates special projects

WORKING CONDITIONS

Occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. The position may involve dealing with modestly unpleasant situations.

Minimum Requirements

• Requires graduation from an approved curriculum in engineering by the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers with satisfactory standing.
• OR Requires graduation from an engineering or related science curriculum at a recognized institution of higher education, other than a curriculum approved by the Board and passage of the eight-hour fundamentals of engineering examination prescribed by the Board.
• Experience Requirements: Six years of active practice in engineering work after graduation from an approved curriculum in engineering, with one of the years as a licensed Professional Engineer, or in a role of Project Manager or higher obtained after licensure as a Professional Engineer. Substitution: A Master's degree in Engineering may be substituted for up to two years of the above experience requirement.
• Licenses Required: Requires registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas. A specific branch of engineering (such as civil, mechanical, structural, etc.) may be required. May require a valid Texas Driver’s License and in compliance with the City of Houston’s policy on driving.

PREFERENCES

Preference may be given to applicants who have experience with wastewater collection system analysis experience. Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

GENERAL INFORMATION

• SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None However, the department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.
• Safety Impact Position: No

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov . To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-8085. If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-8085. (TTY 7-1-1) If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627. Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process. All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided. EOE Equal Opportunity Employment The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.