Description The Assistant County Engineer assists in providing leadership and direction related to operations and services within the County. Plans, directs, and coordinates all County road, bridge, ditch, park, and trail engineering; construction; and maintenance projects.
This is a non-union position. Complete 2026 pay scale is $80,142.40- $104,852.80/annually. For a complete position description, click here.Minimum Qualifications
- Two years of post-secondary education in Civil Engineering Technology and four years’ experience, which includes two years in highway design, one year in bridge safety inspection, two years in project management; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must possess or have the ability to promptly obtain the following certifications upon request: MNDOT Certified Construction Technician, Bituminous Plant Level II, Bituminous Street Level II, Concrete Field Level II, Grading and Base Level II.
- Must successfully complete a criminal history background check.
- Class D Driver’s License.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field and two or more years directly related professional experience preferred, in addition to advanced training desirable in bridge rating, hydrology, geometric design, geology, GIS, traffic data analysis, right-of-way acquisition, computers, public relations, and management. Selection Process Candidates will be selected based on a review of training and experience. Top candidates will be selected to participate in oral interviews. Complete 2026 annual salary range is $80,142.40- $104,852.80.
Benefits
The following is intended to be a general overview of benefits provided for full-time positions. Insurance benefits become effective the first day of the month following the month of hire. Further details and a complete copy of the applicable contract/policy language are available at the time an employment offer is extended. If you have any questions about the benefits, please contact the Administrative Services Office at hr@millelacs.mn.gov. Medical InsuranceEmployees have three (3) medical insurance plans to choose from, within three (3) different networks. The rates shown are effective 1/1/2026 through 12/31/2026.
Single Coverage Total Monthly Premium Single Coverage Monthly Employee Cost Single Coverage Monthly HSA Contribution Family Coverage Monthly Total Premium Family Coverage Monthly Employee Cost Family Coverage Monthly HSA Contribution
RTS Medica Passport
2000-25% HSA
$971.66 $0 $93.75 $2,582.30 $932.30 N/A
850-40 $1,093.56 $121.90 N/A $2,906.28 $1,256.28 N/A
400-35 $1,155.78 $184.12 N/A $3,071.64 $1,421.64 N/A
RTS Medica Elect
2000-25% HSA
$850.20 $0 $208.33 $2,259.52 $609.52 N/A
850-40 $956.86 $0 N/A $2,543.00 $893.00 N/A
400-35 $1,011.30 $39.64 N/A $2,687.68 $1,037.68 N/A
RTS Medica VantagePlus
2000-25% HSA
$825.90 $0 $229.17 $2,194.96 $544.96 N/A
850-40 $929.52 $0 N/A $2,470.34 $820.34 N/A
400-35 $982.42 $10.76 N/A $2,610.90 $960.90 N/A
Employees may choose to contribute additional funds to their HSA each year, up to the IRS limit of $4,400 for singles, and $8,750 for families. Once at age 55, employees can contribute an additional $1,000 (to either single or family) as long as they are not covered under Medicare. The IRS limit applies to the total employer and employee contributions combined. Employer contributions (if eligible) will go into a Health Savings Account. Dental InsuranceThere is no cost to the employee for single coverage. Family coverage costs the employee $76.46 per month. Vision InsuranceVision coverage is available and paid for by the employee at the following monthly rates:
- Employee Only - $5.85
- Employee + Spouse - $11.69
- Employee + Children - $11.31
- Family - $18.35
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s) AvailablePlan options include medical and dependent care FSAs, as well as a premium only plan (pre-tax deduction of medical and dental premiums). These amounts cannot be changed during the year unless there is a qualifying life event. All funds must be used by the claims deadline.
- FSA Medical/Health max election of $3,400 per year
- Limited Purpose FSA max election of $3,400 per year (funds can only be used for vision, dental or orthodontia expenses when paired with an HSA until medical deductible has been met)
- FSA Dependent Care max election of $7,500 per year per family ($3,750 if married and filing separately)
Paid Time OffHolidays: Full-time employees have approximately 14.5 paid holidays per year, including floating holidays, subject to the terms of the Personnel Policy or Collective Bargaining Agreement as applicable. Vacation: Full-time employees earn 11 to 23 days per year, depending on tenure. Part-time employees earn pro- rated accruals. Sick Time: Full-time employees accrue 12 sick days per year. Part-Time employees earn pro-rated accruals.
Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) Benefits ProvidedEmployees fall under the General, Police & Fire, or Correctional defined benefit plan depending on their position. PERA rates and handbooks available on-line: http://www.mnpera.org Contribution amounts are based on the employee’s pay each pay period. Employer Contribution Employee Contribution
- Coordinated Plan 7.5% 6.5%
- Police & Fire Plan 16.2% 10.8%
- Correctional Plan 10.25% 6.83%
Deferred Compensation Program AvailableDeferred Compensation Plans are available through Nationwide: https://www.nrsforu.com/rsc-web- preauth/index.html Life InsuranceThere is no cost to the employee for $15,000 in basic life insurance coverage. Rates for voluntary additional coverage for employee or spouse vary according to age category: AgeofEmployee Or Spouse EmployeeMonthlyCost Per $1,000 Underage 35 .06
35-39 .10
40-44 .12
45-49 .17
50-54 .25
55-59 .45
60-64 .68
65-69 1.29
70-74 2.08
Dependent Life & Child Life Insurance Packages AvailableChild life is available as a $10,000 policy on each child; the cost is $1.30 per month. Dependent care is available as a $2,500 policy on all tax dependents; the cost is $0.66 per month.
Long-term Disability Insurance Plan AvailableRates vary according to age and coverage amount; rates listed reflect monthly costs. Age Per$100Monthly Benefit
Underage 25 .26
25-29 .33
30-34 .40
35-39 .48
40-44 .65
45-49 .94
50-54 1.25
55-59 1.51
60+ 1.53
Short-term Disability Insurance Plan AvailableRates vary according to age and coverage amount; rates listed reflect monthly costs. Age Per$100WeeklyBenefit
UnderAge 30 1.00
30-34 1.10
35-39 1.10
40-44 1.10
45-49 1.30
50-54 1.70
55-59 2.00
60-64 2.40
65+ 2.80
Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Confinement Insurance Available