Assistant County Highway Engineer

Job description

Assists the Physical Development Division Director and County Highway Engineer in managing and coordinating the professional engineering functions and activities of the Division for county infrastructure projects. Manages and directs (parks, trails, highway, and bridges) design, right of way, water resources and construction functions of the division, overseeing projects and asset management for all activities therein and providing guidance in dealing with complex programming, operation, and capital issues. Responsible for supervision, personnel management, budget preparation, and administration for these functions. Represents the County at meetings and committees involving the public and officials of state, federal, and local governmental agencies. Leads internal and external teams to meet County strategic goals. Serves as County Engineer in their absence.

To learn more about the duties of the position, please use the link: Full Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Manages and directs highway, bridge, park, and trails design, right of way, and construction functions of the division.
• Manages and coordinates transportation and recreation infrastructure improvement activities. Coordinates and directs project managers for all infrastructure improvement projects. Works directly with the Physical Development Division Director and County Highway Engineer.
• Assists with preparation of short- and long-term Transportation Improvement Plans, and Parks Improvement Plans.
• Leads, supervises, and directs the work of assigned staff, including scheduling work and staff training sessions, approving absences, evaluating performance, monitoring career development, hiring, and disciplinary actions.
• Serves as County Engineer in their absence.
• Prepares annual budgets and monitors budget projections to ensure fiscal responsibility for the division.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Requires equivalency of a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, licensed as a professional civil engineer in the State of Minnesota and eight years of professional and administrative experience in civil engineering and public infrastructure projects with an emphasis in parks, highway planning, design, and construction and at least three years supervising professional staff. Must possess a valid driver's license and a reliable form of transportation for the performance of work responsibilities.

SELECTION PROCESS

Selection for this position will be based on a minimum qualifications screening and rating of training and experience. Top candidates will be forwarded to hiring manager or supervisor for consideration for interview and/or additional assessments. Final selection will include a background check and approval by the County Board.

Benefits

A comprehensive benefits package is provided for all employees who work 20 hours per week or more. For detailed benefit information visit the Scott County Benefit Hub at https://c2mb.ajg.com/scottcounty/home/

• Health Insurance - Four-tier plan option available
• Dental Insurance - Four-tier plan option available
• Life Insurance
• Flexible (Pre-Tax) Spending Accounts
• Post-Retirement Health Care Savings Plan
• Long-Term Disability
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Vacation & Sick Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• PERA (Public Employee's Retirement Association) Retirement Plans
• On-Site Occupational Health Nurse
• Active Health & Safety Teams, Committees, and Programs

Other great benefits available:

• Short-Term Disability
• Credit Union Membership
• Deferred Compensation Plans
• Minnesota Benefit Association
• Vision Plan
• Scott County Employees Association
• Spirit of Scott
• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
• Training Opportunities

(Benefit offerings can and do change on occasion.)