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Job Description
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.
ENGINEERING SERVICES DIRECTOR-CITY ENGINEER
Department: Engineering Services
FLSA Status: Exempt
Personnel Status: Unclassified
JOB SUMMARY
This position is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the operations and activities of the Engineering Services Department. This position reports to the Development Services Executive Director.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS- Plans, organizes, directs, supervises, and coordinates the operations of the City’s Engineering Services Department.
- Provides effective, professional leadership, positioning the Engineering Services Department to meet the community’s current and future engineering needs through appropriate technologies and services.
- Plans, organizes, and directs the design and construction of transportation and drainage infrastructure and engineering programs, projects, and activities.
- Manages department work, project, and personnel activities of the Engineering Services Department.
- Directs the strategic planning, policy development and data collection and reporting activities of the department.
- Coordinates annual work program activities with the Development Services Executive Director and other City departments including but not limited to the Public Works Department, Environmental Services Department, Water Resource Management Department and Planning Department.
- Oversees the preparation and monitors the activities of the operational, transportation infrastructure capital improvement and transportation equipment budgets of the department.
- Directs the development of plans, specifications and other working papers relating to proposed transportation and certain storm water infrastructure improvement projects.
- Develops and delivers reports and presentations to the City Council and public groups concerning policies, projects, and regulatory compliance issues.
- Explains specifications, negotiate contracts, and monitor the activities of contractors, developers, engineers, and consultants involved in the department’s engineering and transportation infrastructure projects.
- Reviews and analyzes methods, equipment used, and performance to find ways of increasing effectiveness, improving results, or effecting economies in engineering and construction activities.
- Develops and prepares, in cooperation with the Development Services Executive Director and other City departments as appropriate, City policy and ordinance revisions relating to engineering activities for Council consideration.
- Inspects projects and problematic situations to determine what work is needed and how it best may be accomplished.
- Responds to emergency situations and coordinates with the Public Safety Executive Director, the City Manager and department directors to respond to weather related and other natural and man-made disasters as requested.
- Directs record keeping and supervises the preparation of necessary reports.
- Researches and responds to public inquiries concerning department activities and policies.
- Coordinates department response to development issues and their impact on existing public infrastructure and determines infrastructure improvements necessary to accommodate new development.
- Serves as department spokesperson and coordinates with the Director of Communications and the Director of City Relations to communicate information to the public.
- Provides expert testimony in connection with legal actions involving City business and engineering operations.
- Provides needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees in the same or similar class of positions.
- Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others thoroughly informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems.
- Attends meetings, conferences, workshops and training sessions and reviews publications and audio-visual materials to become and remain current on the principles, practices, and new developments in assigned work areas.
- Responds to citizens’ questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner.
- Communicates and coordinates regularly with appropriate others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities.
- Oversees flood plain coordination by serving as or designating staff to be the flood plain coordinator for the City and coordinate with ADECA Department of Water Resources as appropriate.
- Oversees bridge inspection and certification for City infrastructure by serving as or designating staff to perform bridge inspections for the City and coordinate with ALDOT concerning condition of City bridges.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
AGENCY-WIDE COMPETENCIES
Professional Excellence
Sense of responsibility and commitment; ability to meet expectations; quality of work output; willingness to admit and correct mistakes.
Communication
Ability to express oneself clearly, credibly, and respectfully in an appropriate tone; quality of judgment exercised in what information should be communicated; ability to adjust to different communication styles.
Teamwork
Commitment to team activities; placing value of team success over personal recognition; altruism; impact on team success; willingness to fulfill a variety of roles.
Engagement
Initiative exercised in solving problems; willingness to take on new responsibilities; acting on opportunities and presenting ideas; modeling a positive attitude and resilience; volunteering for group work; praising work of the City and coworkers; demonstrating pride in public service.
Public Service
Views citizens as a priority; demonstrates ethical, trustworthy behavior, stands as an example of servant leadership; maintains trust of the Auburn citizens.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field or equivalent; five (5) to eight (8) years’ experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Qualifications:- Possession of or ability to readily obtain certification as a Professional Engineer in the State of Alabama within 90 days of employment.
- Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license for the type of vehicle or equipment operated. Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.
- Establish residence within the corporate boundaries of the City of Auburn within 6 months of employment, and thereafter to maintain residence within the corporate boundaries of the City of Auburn.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:- Knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering program management, including strategic planning, budgeting, and personnel administration.
- Knowledge of City and departmental policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices.
- Knowledge of the design and construction of public infrastructure.
- Knowledge of engineering principles and practices including stormwater management, roadway construction, intersection improvements and similar public infrastructure.
- Skill in training, supervision, and evaluation of the work of others.
- Skill in planning, organizing, and managing engineering and construction projects.
- Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing.
- Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs.
- Ability to exercise mature engineering judgment in anticipating and solving unprecedented engineering problems, determining program objectives and requirements, organizing programs and projects, and developing standards and guidelines for diverse engineering activities.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures, and instructions.
- Ability to prepare and present accurate and reliable reports containing findings and recommendations.
- Ability to use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and/or oral instructions.
- Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines.
- Ability and willingness to quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology.
- Ability to work cooperatively with others.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work is light work, which requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. Work is typically performed while sitting, standing, stooping, or walking. The employee uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, utilizes the sense of smell, and distinguishes between shades of color.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work is typically performed in an office and in various outdoor environments, occasionally in cold, hot, or inclement weather.
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Closing Date/Time: 7/31/2025 11:59 PM Central -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Auburn
Show moreAuburn, Alabama is committed to being an attractive, environmentally conscious community that is progressive, responsive and hospitable.
This community desires for all citizens:
- safe and attractive neighborhoods with adequate housing
- quality educational opportunities
- diverse cultural and recreational opportunities
- vibrant economic opportunities
- active involvement of all citizens
Public Service is the mission and calling of the employees of the City of Auburn. As representatives of the City, we work more closely with our customers than in any other level of government. With that close interaction comes expectations that are inherently different than those associated with federal government, state government or private business. What we do and how we do it are critical to the well-being of the Auburn community, which includes family members, friends, neighbors, educators, physicians, clergy and Auburn citizens from every walk of life. The public's trust is essential to Auburn’s continued success, and our daily actions impact that trust.
We strive, therefore, to serve the public with the highest standards of excellence and accountability. We seek daily to earn and maintain the trust of the Auburn community and never to take it for granted. We recognize that the calling of public service is honorable and important, and so it is proudly that we serve those who call Auburn home. With dedication to public service we affirm the following Core Values:
- Respect. We show respect in all our interactions.
- Respect for People – We treat all individuals with respect, courtesy and genuine concern. We also respect the work of our co-workers and strive to show sincere appreciation for what they do.
- Diversity – We embrace the broad diversity of City employees and the Auburn residents they serve. We value the new perspectives and ideas this diversity brings.
- Ownership of Property – We respect property, both public and personal.
- Integrity. Unquestionable integrity must be at the heart of our efforts to provide citizens with the best public services possible.
- Honesty – We believe in transparent, open government, recognizing that nothing short of honesty and moral integrity will build community trust, the spirit of teamwork and a well-functioning work environment. We value truthfulness in our work endeavors and in relationships with others.
- Accountability – We take responsibility for errors and adhere to the highest standards of ethics, conduct and the law.
- No Conflict of Interest – Every judgment we make as employees must be free of even the appearance of conflicts. Our goal is to strictly observe an invisible wall separating city government operations from personal or political interests, avoiding any possibility that one will inappropriately influence the other.
- Conscientious Action – What we do and say impacts the image of the City of Auburn and its employees. Therefore, our personal conduct, as it reflects on the City of Auburn, must be beyond reproach.
- Fairness. We provide services and administer municipal ordinances equally, fairly and without regard for personal beliefs or opinions.
- Favoritism – We do not favor or discriminate against any business, citizen or group of citizens – for any reason.
- Objectivity – We make decisions and recommendations based on accurate information, gathered honestly, presented objectively and with the best interests of the City as our overriding goal.
- Reliability. The services we provide must be dependable and consistent in both day-to-day operations and in times of special need or emergency.
- Professional Excellence. We consistently strive to reach our full potential as an organization and as individuals by knowing our jobs and our City, so that we can excel in providing competent, dependable and efficient service. We understand that doing the right things is not good enough. We must do the right things in the right way.
- Exceed expectations – We focus on our assigned tasks, perform our jobs to the best of our abilities, and seek to complete our work in a manner that exceeds expectations.
- Innovation – We value feedback about our work and seek to improve as a result. Never bound by habit or tradition, we strive to stay vigilant in the search for new and innovative ways to better perform public services.
- Communication – We value professional, useful, informative, and honest communication among ourselves and with our community. We understand that active listening is a critical part of our communication process.
- Continual learning – We seek to upgrade our professional competence by staying up to date on emerging issues, new technology, and job-related knowledge.
- Teamwork – We work together and acknowledge that working cooperatively contributes to healthy work relationships, a more effective organization, and the greater good of the Auburn citizens.
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