City of Walla Walla: Civil Engineer I

CITY OF WALLA WALLAPerform professional-level engineering work including design, construction, and projectmanagement work.Open until filled.

EOE/ADAREQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSBachelor of Sciences degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering and four (4) years demonstrated engineeringexperience, one (1) year of which involves progressively responsible project and/or program management.Minimum one year of supervisory experience.

Registration as Professional Engineer in Washington State orability to obtain same within six (6) months of employment, valid state driver’s license.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES1.

Employees of the City of Walla Walla are expected to model and foster the City’s core valuesCustomer Focus Excellence – Stewardship Communication Leadership Integrity2.

Develop initial project plans and assist in establishing schedules and budgets.

Coordinate projects withadjoining property owners, municipal, state, and federal stakeholders.3.

Design and manage assigned projects.

Prepare and provide guidance, direction, and oversight for thepreparation of plans, specifications, cost estimates, and bid documents for City projects.4.

Provide technical assistance to developers during site development plan reviews to assure compliance withCity codes, ordinances and general engineering practices; perform site reviews asnecessary.5.

Communicate recommendations with stakeholders, exchange information, respond to inquiries andcomplaints; assure appropriate information is provided and problems are resolved.6.

Manage assigned projects during construction; maintain project records, documentation and contracts; prepare payment requests; monitor project expenditures and maintain budgeted parameters.7.

Assist I, City Engineer and/or Utility Engineer in the management of projects such as IRRP,TBD, Bridges and the operation, design, construction, and maintenance for the City’s water, wastewater andlandfill operations.8.

Manage consultant contracts and related projects as necessary; represent the City on assignedboards/committees.9.

Produce correspondence between the City, contractors, consultants, agencies and the general publicregarding project matters such as change orders, rights of way and claims for damage; prepare progress payestimates and reimbursement requests.10.

Prepare a variety of technical reports to support engineering programs, present written and oralrecommendations.

Assist Engineering leadership and personnel in the preparation of long-rangeTransportation Improvement Plans, Utility Improvement Plans and Capital Improvement Programs.11.

Provide mentoring and guidance to assigned engineers, engineering technicians and support personnel; explain engineeringconcepts and principles; review documents and correspondence.12.

Lead the preparation of grant applications to ensure compliance with federal /state grant programs andregulations.recblid kycu8uurpjiaslxzy1de1xwvav6ili