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Job Description
Description
Charleston County Public Works Department is looking for a highly motivated, qualified individual to join our team! This position is primarily responsible for providing engineering support to the Public Works Department’s Stormwater Division and other related tasks/duties.
We offer competitive salary, great benefits package, paid holidays, vacation, sick, maternity, and paternity leave. Working for Charleston County allows you to achieve the work life balance you have been looking for!
GRADE: PROF/03 - $68,140 - $89,252
GRADE: PROF/04 - $76,315 - $99,964
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $68,140 - $99,964 (Annual Salary Range) *
*Hiring salary will be dependent upon applicant's education, experience, skill level, and other job specific qualifications*
OPEN UNTIL FILLED - APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY
Duties and Responsibilities
•Review construction plans and stormwater calculations for Charleston County and various local governments for compliance with the stormwater management regulations and good engineering practices.
•Implement more effective water quality programs such as sediment control during construction, post-construction BMP inspections, education on BMP maintenance, and targeting non-point source pollution.
•Provide support to other engineers, project managers, inspectors, and admin staff as needed.
•Review plan submittals to ensure applicable Federal, State and Local standards are met.
•Coordinate with contractors, County field operations, Asset Management, stormwater inspectors, consulting engineers, surveyors, utility representatives, and other officials to gather and disseminate information and maintain records necessary to satisfy public improvement requirements.
•Respond to citizen’s inquiries regarding drainage issues, maintenance, or permitting.
•Attend meetings, conferences, workshops and training sessions and reviews materials to become and remain current on the principles, practices and new developments in assigned work areas.
•Serve on engineering consultant selection boards and as a technical resource on committees, task forces, and related groups.
•Designated to report to work during hazardous weather or emergency conditions.
Minimum Qualifications
Civil Engineer I:
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field with a minimum of 0-2 years or more of progressively responsible experience in Stormwater Management, Engineering, or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work; preferred. Licensure as a Registered Professional Engineer is preferred.
Civil Engineer II:
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field with a minimum 2-5 years or more of progressively responsible experience in Stormwater Management, Engineering, and Project Management, or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work; Licensure as a Registered Professional Engineer is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must be skilled in reading, analyzing, and interpreting construction drawings, stormwater Hydraulic and Hydrological calculations, technical reports, specifications, and regulatory documents. CAD, GIS, and Stormwater modeling experience are complimentary to the position. Must communicate verbally and in written form in a clear and concise manner, work under pressure within critical periods, work various jobs at the same time, interpret various codes and regulations, and must be able to operate a personal computer. A valid SC driver’s license or the ability to obtain one upon acceptance of the position is required.
Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to:- Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Optional Life and Disability Insurance
- Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
- Annual and Sick Leave
- Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
- South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
- Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
- Optional Deferred Compensation Program
- Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
- Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Well-being Program
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Charleston County Government
Show moreCharleston County Government has over 2500 employees working in more than 40 different departments across the County. Employees embody excellent customer service, trust, and commitment to the community. Our diverse team works hard to provide effective government services to the citizens. Excellent benefits and rewarding work make Charleston County a premier employer of choice. We look forward to you joining us.
Located in the beautiful and historical Lowcountry of South Carolina. Charleston County's rich blend of culture, economic activity, environmental beauty, and historic tapestry makes it one of the most distinguished counties in the nation. A recognized leader, Charleston County is a proud community that strives to protect both its historic treasures and its environment, while still keeping an eye toward future development.
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