Civil Engineer II - City

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Civil Engineer II - City

Oklahoma City, OK, United States

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PAYPay Range: 518Hourly Rate: $39.13 - $59.79The normal starting pay for this position is the minimum of the pay range listed above. A higher rate of pay may be considered, dependent on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant and/or the City's step placement policy.*This position may be underfilled as a Civil Engineer I with a pay range of 516 - $35.46 - $54.26 hourly. APPLICATION, HIRING, AND BACKGROUNDWhen completing the application, applicants will be asked to respond to application questions. These application questions are based on the Job Requirements for the position. Completion of the application questions is required. Applicant responses to the application questions must specifically answer the questions asked. Responses to application questions must be supported by work history/information listed on the application/resume, sufficient to demonstrate qualifications for the position. Applicants may upload only two attachments. Attachments may include, but are not limited to a resume, cover letter, DD214 or NGB Form 22, transcripts, etc. Applicants may also choose to combine documents into one field for upload. Applications may not be reviewed if specific responses to application questions have not been provided.Each application submission is reviewed independently. For detailed information about the City's hiring and background processes, check out the: Quick Guide to Hiring and Background Checks If you have questions, check out the: Frequently Asked Questions TOTAL REWARDSAt the City of Oklahoma City, our Total Rewards package is designed to honor your service, fuel your growth, and support every part of your life. We offer:Competitive payAn average of $22,000 annually contributed toward your benefits and retirementA comprehensive package designed to support your health and wellness, financial security, work-life balance, and personal and professional growth and developmentExplore all the ways we invest in you: City of Oklahoma City Total RewardsPOSITION DESIGNATION This job classification has been designated as a safety sensitive job classification in accordance with the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act, 63 O.S., § 427.1 et seq., (OSCN 2019), effective August 29, 2019. This means employees in this job classification can be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination if they test positive for marijuana components or metabolites, even if they possess a medical marijuana license.DEPARTMENTAL INFORMATIONThe Civil Engineer II position plays a vital role in supporting projects that enhance public safety and ensure regulatory compliance across multiple areas within the Engineering Division. In the Drainage and Bridge Section, this role contributes to initiatives that protect the public and development community from potential flooding through bridge and dam inspections, updates to drainage criteria and ordinances, coordination of Corps of Engineers permits, and providing detailed reviews of Bond and Capital Improvement Projects plans and calculations. In the Paving Section, the Civil Engineer II supports pavement management for Oklahoma City's roads and sidewalks by coordinating intergovernmental funding for street projects, recommending pavement repairs and improvements, reviewing sidewalk and street construction plans, assisting with utility pavement cut repairs, and assisting with the Pavement Management System.JOB SUMMARYThis job is located in the Engineering Division of the Public Works Department within the City of Oklahoma City and is under the direction of an immediate supervisor. The primary purpose of this position is to analyze, evaluate, design, and execute engineering projects. The knowledge and skills required to efficiently and effectively apply engineering principles and practices to public-works projects must be acquired prior to assuming the position. Civil Engineer II is a fully functional professional engineering classification responsible for developing design specifications and establishing project requirements for projects that are moderate in scope. Essential job functions include: developing engineering design specifications for proposed projects or systems modifications; providing functional supervision to lower-level professional and technical staff; reviewing construction plans to ensure compliance with City codes, ordinances, standards, and overall project feasibility; and coordinating the proper implementation of plans in actual construction. The work involves administrative processing of detailed information, including contracts, and entails appraising property values and determining specific requirements (i.e., sanitary sewer, easement, etc.) for the completion of engineering projects. This classification may also provide project-based functional supervision to entry-level Civil Engineers and other engineering-support staff. The employee often serves as an information source for City employees at all levels and the public and is frequently required to render technical advice and opinions with regard to specific projects. Supervision is received from section/division head-level Civil Engineers. VETERANS PREFERENCEHonorably discharged veterans of the United States Active Duty Armed Forces, National Guard, and Reserve Forces who are not currently employed full-time by the City of Oklahoma City and who meet the qualifications for the position shall be given preference. To receive preference, veterans must submit verification of honorable discharge from the United States military service (Department of Defense Form DD214 or NGB Form 22) prior to the closing date of the vacancy announcement. JOB REQUIREMENTS Skill in using engineering knowledge, principles, practices, and techniques to analyze public-works engineering projects and problems.Skill in assessing pertinent technical information.Skill in critically reviewing construction plans.Skill in designing construction projects.Skill in conveying technical information.Skill in reviewing existing engineering systems for adequacy in meeting present and future demands.Skill in preparing construction cost estimates.Skill in coordinating the work of technicians, assistants, and less-experienced engineers.Skill in critically reviewing engineering reports.Skill in monitoring and maintaining compliance with project budgets.Skill in relating to others with tact and diplomacy.Skill in verbal and written communication.Ability to make comprehensive decisions.Possession of a Professional Engineer's License (Oklahoma).Possession of a Project Management Professional Certification.Possession of a valid Driver License (Operator or higher). NOTE: Professional Engineer's License must be issued by the State of Oklahoma or a state having reciprocity with the State of Oklahoma. NOTE: If an individual is selected who does not possess a Project Management Professional Certification, that individual will be classified as a Civil Engineer I and be compensated at the Civil Engineer I salary range until such time as required certification is obtained. Continued employment is contingent upon obtaining a Project Management Professional Certification within twelve (12) months from the date of hire/promotion/transfer/demotion.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience in civil engineering design, including review, preparation, and interpretation of engineering plans, calculations, final plats, legal descriptions, and project specifications.Strong knowledge of paving and drainage design standards, as well as street construction practices such as proof rolling, concrete placement, hot mix asphalt application, and stabilized subgrade construction.Familiarity with regulatory frameworks, including FEMA and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers rules and regulations.Proficient in engineering software tools, including HEC-RAS (Hydrologic Engineering Center - River Analysis System), HydroCAD (Hydrologic Computer-Aided Design), HY-8 (Hydraulic Design Software for Culverts), Hydraflow, and HEC-HMS (Hydrologic Engineering Center - Hydrologic Modeling System).Skilled in general office software, including Microsoft Excel and Word, for documentation, analysis, and reporting.COMPETENCIESOne City, One Team (Teamwork/Team Oriented) (1) Recognizes, values, and leverages the ideas, opinions, and perspectives of others; (2) participates willingly and effectively as a team lead or team member; (3) builds consensus; fosters team commitment, spirit, pride, and trust; (4) collaborates with others to accomplish goals and objectives and achieve results; (5) expresses facts, ideas, messages, and information (technical and non-technical) to individuals or groups clearly, concisely, accurately, understandably, with honesty, tact, and diplomacy and in a manner that is appropriate for the intended audience; (6) actively listens, clarifies information as needed; (7) [Core Value One City, One Team] shares information, resources and solutions across departments; (8) [Core Value One City, One Team] asks for help early and offers it often; (9) [Core Value One City, One Team] collaborates across teams before decisions are made.Service First (Customer Centric) (1) Demonstrates commitment to public service; (2) serves and satisfies internal and external customers in a timely and effective manner; (3) establishes, commits to, and maintains high standards for producing quality work products and being responsive to customers; (4) supports the Department/City's mission; develops and executes strategies with the customer in mind; (5) [Core Value Service First] acts quickly and follows through until the job is complete; (6) [Core Value Service First] serves everyone with genuine respect, diligence and professionalism; (7) [Core Value Service First] makes decisions with the people we serve in mind.Respect Always (Leads Through Influence) (1) Persuades