Modesto Irrigation District
Modesto, California, United States
Description The Modesto Irrigation District is currently recruiting to fill one full-time vacancy of a Senior Civil Engineer in the Civil Engineering Department within the Water Operations Division. The role of the Senior Civil Engineer position is to act in responsible charge, to organize, assign, and review the work of assigned personnel engaged in professional and technical civil engineering activities related to open-channel hydraulics, hydrology, drainage, water quality and groundwater; to perform duties requiring specialized knowledge; and to provide administrative support to assigned supervisor. The emphasis of this position is focused on water resources, specifically with respect to groundwater planning and management. Any Qualified Individual May Apply. This is an exempt position and is part of the Professional and Supervisory Bargaining Unit. The list established as a result of this recruitment may be used to fillother Senior Civil Engineer vacancies within the District that may occur through April 17, 2025. Examples of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Hydraulic and hydrologic data collection and analysis. Application of California water rights laws as they relate to District facilities. Preparing water quality studies, reports, and permits in compliance with State water quality regulations. Leading activities related to the District's involvement with local Groundwater Sustainability Agencies. Leading activities related to the District's involvement in the planning, design, and construction of habitat restoration projects. Assisting with the preparation of agricultural and urban water management plans. Prepare annual budgets for Operations and Capital projects. Act in responsible charge to plan, prioritize, and review the work of staff assigned to a variety of professional civil engineering tasks associated with District facilities. Develop schedules and methods to accomplish assignments ensuring work is completed in a timely and efficient manner. Participate in evaluating the activities of staff, recommending improvements, and modifications. Provide and coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies. Prepare complex engineering studies and reports; prepare a variety of technical reports, documents, correspondence, and presentations. Develop technical documents required by the local, State and Federal agencies to obtain permitting and licensing of District facilities. Prepare and make presentations to the Board of Directors, public agencies and private landowners related to District activities. Provide engineering support to other departments and divisions, as necessary. Perform and support a variety of hydraulic and hydrologic studies with other agencies; evaluate the effect of new projects on the District's system. Perform the most difficult work related to the management of engineering projects as they relate to the operations and maintenance of District facilities. Represent the District in meetings with regulatory agencies and the public regarding District projects. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other District employees and the public using principles of good customer service. Perform related duties as assigned. A more complete job description available here. Typical Qualifications Knowledge of: Principles and practices of technical, functional, and/or direct supervision and training. Principles and practices of civil engineering as it relates to the operation of the District’s facilities. Budgeting techniques. Pertinent local, State, Federal rules, regulations and laws. Advanced project management methodologies. Current developments and trends related to civil engineering with emphasis in water resources. Modern developments, current literature and sources of information regarding the civil engineering profession. Principles and practices of safety management. Modern office equipment including the use of applicable computer applications. Principles and practices of effective customer service. Ability to: Provide technical, functional and/or direct supervision over assigned staff; effectively train and review the work of staff. On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job; intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; observe and problem solve operational and technical policy and procedures. Perform the moat complex civil engineering duties including the management of complex projects. Understand and interpret local, State, Federal rules, regulations and laws. Participate in evaluating the activities of staff, recommending improvements and modifications. Provide and coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Experience and Training Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Three years of responsible journey experience similar to Associate Civil Engineer. Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Civil Engineering or a related field. License and Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver’s license. Current registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California. Supplemental Information Qualified applicants must submit a completed District application. APPLY IMMEDIATELY . Application screening will begin on or after April 30, 2024. Applications received after this date are not guaranteed consideration. Applications will be reviewed on a comparative basis and only those most qualified will be invited to continue in the selection process, which will consist of an overall assessment of the individual's skills through (1) oral interview; and (2) contacting of references to include current and former supervisors. The applicant must perform successfully in each phase of the recruitment in order to continue in the recruitment process. Applicants requiring necessary accommodations to the application process may contact Human Resources at (209) 526-7341. California Relay Service is available at (800) 735-2922 voice and (800) 735-2929 TDD. The Modesto Irrigation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE VERIFICATION OF HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED AND APPLICABLE HIGHER EDUCATION DEGREE, PASS A MEDICAL EXAM INCLUDING A DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREEN, AND A COMPLETE BACKGROUND CHECK PRIOR TO BEGINNING WORK. INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. For a complete list of MID Benefits, please refer to the following: http://www.mid.org/careers/benefits.htm Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Description The Modesto Irrigation District is currently recruiting to fill one full-time vacancy of a Senior Civil Engineer in the Civil Engineering Department within the Water Operations Division. The role of the Senior Civil Engineer position is to act in responsible charge, to organize, assign, and review the work of assigned personnel engaged in professional and technical civil engineering activities related to open-channel hydraulics, hydrology, drainage, water quality and groundwater; to perform duties requiring specialized knowledge; and to provide administrative support to assigned supervisor. The emphasis of this position is focused on water resources, specifically with respect to groundwater planning and management. Any Qualified Individual May Apply. This is an exempt position and is part of the Professional and Supervisory Bargaining Unit. The list established as a result of this recruitment may be used to fillother Senior Civil Engineer vacancies within the District that may occur through April 17, 2025. Examples of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Hydraulic and hydrologic data collection and analysis. Application of California water rights laws as they relate to District facilities. Preparing water quality studies, reports, and permits in compliance with State water quality regulations. Leading activities related to the District's involvement with local Groundwater Sustainability Agencies. Leading activities related to the District's involvement in the planning, design, and construction of habitat restoration projects. Assisting with the preparation of agricultural and urban water management plans. Prepare annual budgets for Operations and Capital projects. Act in responsible charge to plan, prioritize, and review the work of staff assigned to a variety of professional civil engineering tasks associated with District facilities. Develop schedules and methods to accomplish assignments ensuring work is completed in a timely and efficient manner. Participate in evaluating the activities of staff, recommending improvements, and modifications. Provide and coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies. Prepare complex engineering studies and reports; prepare a variety of technical reports, documents, correspondence, and presentations. Develop technical documents required by the local, State and Federal agencies to obtain permitting and licensing of District facilities. Prepare and make presentations to the Board of Directors, public agencies and private landowners related to District activities. Provide engineering support to other departments and divisions, as necessary. Perform and support a variety of hydraulic and hydrologic studies with other agencies; evaluate the effect of new projects on the District's system. Perform the most difficult work related to the management of engineering projects as they relate to the operations and maintenance of District facilities. Represent the District in meetings with regulatory agencies and the public regarding District projects. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other District employees and the public using principles of good customer service. Perform related duties as assigned. A more complete job description available here. Typical Qualifications Knowledge of: Principles and practices of technical, functional, and/or direct supervision and training. Principles and practices of civil engineering as it relates to the operation of the District’s facilities. Budgeting techniques. Pertinent local, State, Federal rules, regulations and laws. Advanced project management methodologies. Current developments and trends related to civil engineering with emphasis in water resources. Modern developments, current literature and sources of information regarding the civil engineering profession. Principles and practices of safety management. Modern office equipment including the use of applicable computer applications. Principles and practices of effective customer service. Ability to: Provide technical, functional and/or direct supervision over assigned staff; effectively train and review the work of staff. On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job; intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; observe and problem solve operational and technical policy and procedures. Perform the moat complex civil engineering duties including the management of complex projects. Understand and interpret local, State, Federal rules, regulations and laws. Participate in evaluating the activities of staff, recommending improvements and modifications. Provide and coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Experience and Training Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Three years of responsible journey experience similar to Associate Civil Engineer. Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Civil Engineering or a related field. License and Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver’s license. Current registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California. Supplemental Information Qualified applicants must submit a completed District application. APPLY IMMEDIATELY . Application screening will begin on or after April 30, 2024. Applications received after this date are not guaranteed consideration. Applications will be reviewed on a comparative basis and only those most qualified will be invited to continue in the selection process, which will consist of an overall assessment of the individual's skills through (1) oral interview; and (2) contacting of references to include current and former supervisors. The applicant must perform successfully in each phase of the recruitment in order to continue in the recruitment process. Applicants requiring necessary accommodations to the application process may contact Human Resources at (209) 526-7341. California Relay Service is available at (800) 735-2922 voice and (800) 735-2929 TDD. The Modesto Irrigation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE VERIFICATION OF HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED AND APPLICABLE HIGHER EDUCATION DEGREE, PASS A MEDICAL EXAM INCLUDING A DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREEN, AND A COMPLETE BACKGROUND CHECK PRIOR TO BEGINNING WORK. INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. For a complete list of MID Benefits, please refer to the following: http://www.mid.org/careers/benefits.htm Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Fort Lauderdale, FL
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States
POSITION SUMMARY Looking for a GREAT PLACE TO WORK??? Well look no further than the Engineering Division within the Department of Public Works at the City of Fort Lauderdale!!! We would like to welcome a P ROJECT MANAGER II to join our TEAM!!! We think it's you?! Apply now! This is advanced professional and administrative work of more than average difficulty, which will involve project management, design, permitting, contract negotiations, and construction engineering services for various stormwater and seawall projects . This specific position deals with regulations, modeling, and design in addition to project design/construction management . Employees in this class manage, review, and authorize the engineering design and construction of complex municipal utility projects with a specific focus on stormwater, wastewater, and water improvements, as well as city-wide master planning/modeling. A major emphasis of work is monitoring and directing the work of engineering consultants and contractors engaged in the design, permitting, and construction of City utilities and various other infrastructure projects. Work requires advanced project management and technical skills and the ability to effectively communicate with consulting firms, contractors, and city property owners. Responsibilities include the management of numerous projects, simultaneously, in various stages of development including planning, consultant selection, design, construction management, inspection and warranty administration. Familiarity with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), Broward County Environmental Protection Department, and South Florida Water Management District regulations is highly desirable. This employment class is distinguished from the Project Manager I position by the larger scope and complexity of assigned projects, the additional experience and licensing requirements, and the level of independent decision-making required. Employees in this class perform a broad range of work assignments requiring the exercise of considerable initiative and independent judgment in assuring that activities meet high standards of service, are performed with the maximum effective use of resources, and that work is accomplished in accordance with accepted technical standards and in compliance with applicable rules, regulations and laws. The employee in this class may supervise subordinate professional and paraprofessional staff and inspectors. Work is reviewed by a Senior Project Manager via conferences with the employee, through study of reports submitted, by direct observation, and by the degree of achievement of established goals, objectives, timeliness of project completion, and work plans. Say "Hello" to the City of Fort Lauderdale and Say "Goodbye" to Your Student Loan! That's right! Under the U.S. Department of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, the remaining balance on your student loan may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time at the City of Fort Lauderdale! Please visit www.fortlauderdale.gov/PublicServiceLoanForgiveness for more information or to see if you qualify. The City offers a wide variety of benefits to employees. In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option, and requires a 3% contribution from employees. New hires are automatically enrolled in FRS. NOTE: The duties of this position will include all of those duties set forth in the official job description. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Prepares required engineering designs, calculations, specifications, estimates, and technical reports for in-house design projects. Prepares reports, memorandums, and related correspondence pertaining to contract and regulatory compliance. Reviews permit applications, specifications, shop drawings, and engineering plans developed by engineering consultants for city infrastructure projects to ascertain that the design meets city standards. Coordinates with other City departments, external agencies, and project stakeholders on City projects. Provides capacity analyses for water and wastewater using modeling software. Provides technical information and guidance, addresses design issues pertaining to land development, water and wastewater utility construction, surface water management, roadway improvements and other public/private improvements. Prepares required designs, specifications, estimates and technical reports for special projects; prepares reports, memorandums, and related correspondence pertaining to contract and regulatory compliance. Provides input for developing/modifying City code provisions, engineering standard details, standard specifications. Proposes solutions for problems of design, construction, or maintenance of municipal public facilities, prepares reports and makes recommendations relating to the project and construction activities. Provides direction to consultants, contractors, departments, stakeholders, and other appropriate staff to ensure communication with all parties from design of a project through construction and completion. Works with inspectors to ensure that construction work is performed on schedule and in accordance with permit requirements and in compliance with established design, specifications, and contract agreements. Prepares reports for upper management and stakeholder information. Responds to inquiries from the public concerning drainage, utilities, and other engineering-related matters. Performs CADD and some manual drafting work for special projects. Performs related work as required. JOB REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT THE REQUIREMENTS: 1. Have graduated from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or other appropriate technical field. 2. Have at least three (3) years of progressively responsible post-graduate experience in one or more of the following areas: planning, design and construction of public works projects; planning, design and construction of utility projects; planning, design and construction of private development projects; or other closely related project or construction experience. Highly Preferred: 3. At least one (1) - three (3) years of experience in Public Works Engineering in the areas of water and wastewater infrastructure and drainage; especially design experience! 4. Possession of a current license as a registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Florida (or EIT) . 5. Possession of a current certification as a Certified Construction Manager (CCM) 6. Possession of a current license as a General Contractor or certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) HOW TO APPLY/ VETERAN INFORMATION Depending on the number of applications and the quality of their education and experience, the examination may consist of one or more of the following tests: Evaluation of Training & Experience, Oral Interview, Written Examination, or other assessment method. Applicants must attain a minimum score of 70 in each part of the examination in order to qualify. All successful applicants will be required to pass a medical examination, including drug screening , prior to appointment. Open until sufficient applicants have applied. An eligible veteran who enters an open-competitive examination shall receive preference points added to the total passing score earned in the examination as provided for in the Florida Statutes. To obtain veteran's preference, candidates MUST submit a copy of separation papers and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form ( J204 ). The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance. Click here for an overview of employment informationincluding our benefits package and click here for additional Federation of Public Employees managementbenefits.
POSITION SUMMARY Looking for a GREAT PLACE TO WORK??? Well look no further than the Engineering Division within the Department of Public Works at the City of Fort Lauderdale!!! We would like to welcome a P ROJECT MANAGER II to join our TEAM!!! We think it's you?! Apply now! This is advanced professional and administrative work of more than average difficulty, which will involve project management, design, permitting, contract negotiations, and construction engineering services for various stormwater and seawall projects . This specific position deals with regulations, modeling, and design in addition to project design/construction management . Employees in this class manage, review, and authorize the engineering design and construction of complex municipal utility projects with a specific focus on stormwater, wastewater, and water improvements, as well as city-wide master planning/modeling. A major emphasis of work is monitoring and directing the work of engineering consultants and contractors engaged in the design, permitting, and construction of City utilities and various other infrastructure projects. Work requires advanced project management and technical skills and the ability to effectively communicate with consulting firms, contractors, and city property owners. Responsibilities include the management of numerous projects, simultaneously, in various stages of development including planning, consultant selection, design, construction management, inspection and warranty administration. Familiarity with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), Broward County Environmental Protection Department, and South Florida Water Management District regulations is highly desirable. This employment class is distinguished from the Project Manager I position by the larger scope and complexity of assigned projects, the additional experience and licensing requirements, and the level of independent decision-making required. Employees in this class perform a broad range of work assignments requiring the exercise of considerable initiative and independent judgment in assuring that activities meet high standards of service, are performed with the maximum effective use of resources, and that work is accomplished in accordance with accepted technical standards and in compliance with applicable rules, regulations and laws. The employee in this class may supervise subordinate professional and paraprofessional staff and inspectors. Work is reviewed by a Senior Project Manager via conferences with the employee, through study of reports submitted, by direct observation, and by the degree of achievement of established goals, objectives, timeliness of project completion, and work plans. Say "Hello" to the City of Fort Lauderdale and Say "Goodbye" to Your Student Loan! That's right! Under the U.S. Department of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, the remaining balance on your student loan may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time at the City of Fort Lauderdale! Please visit www.fortlauderdale.gov/PublicServiceLoanForgiveness for more information or to see if you qualify. The City offers a wide variety of benefits to employees. In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option, and requires a 3% contribution from employees. New hires are automatically enrolled in FRS. NOTE: The duties of this position will include all of those duties set forth in the official job description. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Prepares required engineering designs, calculations, specifications, estimates, and technical reports for in-house design projects. Prepares reports, memorandums, and related correspondence pertaining to contract and regulatory compliance. Reviews permit applications, specifications, shop drawings, and engineering plans developed by engineering consultants for city infrastructure projects to ascertain that the design meets city standards. Coordinates with other City departments, external agencies, and project stakeholders on City projects. Provides capacity analyses for water and wastewater using modeling software. Provides technical information and guidance, addresses design issues pertaining to land development, water and wastewater utility construction, surface water management, roadway improvements and other public/private improvements. Prepares required designs, specifications, estimates and technical reports for special projects; prepares reports, memorandums, and related correspondence pertaining to contract and regulatory compliance. Provides input for developing/modifying City code provisions, engineering standard details, standard specifications. Proposes solutions for problems of design, construction, or maintenance of municipal public facilities, prepares reports and makes recommendations relating to the project and construction activities. Provides direction to consultants, contractors, departments, stakeholders, and other appropriate staff to ensure communication with all parties from design of a project through construction and completion. Works with inspectors to ensure that construction work is performed on schedule and in accordance with permit requirements and in compliance with established design, specifications, and contract agreements. Prepares reports for upper management and stakeholder information. Responds to inquiries from the public concerning drainage, utilities, and other engineering-related matters. Performs CADD and some manual drafting work for special projects. Performs related work as required. JOB REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT THE REQUIREMENTS: 1. Have graduated from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or other appropriate technical field. 2. Have at least three (3) years of progressively responsible post-graduate experience in one or more of the following areas: planning, design and construction of public works projects; planning, design and construction of utility projects; planning, design and construction of private development projects; or other closely related project or construction experience. Highly Preferred: 3. At least one (1) - three (3) years of experience in Public Works Engineering in the areas of water and wastewater infrastructure and drainage; especially design experience! 4. Possession of a current license as a registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Florida (or EIT) . 5. Possession of a current certification as a Certified Construction Manager (CCM) 6. Possession of a current license as a General Contractor or certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) HOW TO APPLY/ VETERAN INFORMATION Depending on the number of applications and the quality of their education and experience, the examination may consist of one or more of the following tests: Evaluation of Training & Experience, Oral Interview, Written Examination, or other assessment method. Applicants must attain a minimum score of 70 in each part of the examination in order to qualify. All successful applicants will be required to pass a medical examination, including drug screening , prior to appointment. Open until sufficient applicants have applied. An eligible veteran who enters an open-competitive examination shall receive preference points added to the total passing score earned in the examination as provided for in the Florida Statutes. To obtain veteran's preference, candidates MUST submit a copy of separation papers and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form ( J204 ). The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance. Click here for an overview of employment informationincluding our benefits package and click here for additional Federation of Public Employees managementbenefits.