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Job Description
Engineering I
Public Works
Engineering
Engineering Services Manager
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Teamsters
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Level 4
Grade 17
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SUM..l\1ARY Performs complex engineering work on all aspects of civil engineering projects
related to transportation, solid waste, and parks facilities. These duties include but are not limited
to: plan preparation, legal research, plan review, use of engineering design computer software,
inspection, traffic analysis, interpretation and computing survey data, and public presentations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties
may be assigned.
Performs drafting designs and drawings for various engineering tasks. Prepares project plans
under guidance of Engineering Services Manager and others. Prepares project estimates and final
records.
Researches: o"mership, legal descriptions, departmental records, court records, maps, and other
sources of information to assemble background data.
Performs various inspection assignments. Performs plan reviews, in-progress inspections,
materials tests, inspects and verifies grades, elevations and road widths as assigned on projects
contracted, conducted, or inspected by the County (i.e. developments).
Performs routine traffic analysis and elementary highway capacity.
Interprets and reduces survey field notes.
Acts as project coordinator for specific Public Works projects.
Performs a variety of duties in the maintenance and operation of survey instruments used in
County land surveying activities. Produces calculations in the field and interprets for use in
subsequent field surveys.
Participates as Chief on the survey crew conducting construction, land, map making, and other
types of surveys.
Performs technical research and solves civil engineering problems as assigned. Utilizes computer
programs as an aid in developing solutions to engineering problems.
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Develops projects costs and estimates. Prepares specifications for materials and construction
techniques.
Inspects construction projects for conformance to plans and specifications. Oversees subordinate
technicians on construction inspection duties. Resolves conflicts with contractors or refers to a
supervISOr.
Responds to public inquiries within the scope of knowledge and authority of the position or refers
them to a higher classification.
Accountable for specific project steps, works in a team based environment to set work level
expectations, goals, and objectives, assist in developing the annual division budget, training
program and performance evaluation process.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Provides guidance to subordinate technicians which may include Engineering Tech's and/or Pro
Tech's.
Receives guidance and direction from the Engineering Services Manager who provides
supervision and schedules/directs assignments. Additional direction may be received from the
Public Works Director or County Engineer or Engineer II & III.
COMPETENCY: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate
competency in the following:
Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses
intuition and experience to complement data.
Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses
feedback to modify designs; Demonstrates attention to detail.
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes
information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving
situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Proiect Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and
progress; Completes projects on time and budget.
Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development
opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to
customer needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens
to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control.
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens
and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills;
Participates in meetings.
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar;
Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret
written information.
Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving
measures; Conserves organizational resources.
Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with
integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
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Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks
correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Supports affirmative action and
respects diversity.
Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment;
Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making
process; Makes timely decisions.
Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for
additional resources; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic
action plans.
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats
others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility
for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote
quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase
productivity; Works quickly.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action
beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands;
Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays,
or unexpected events.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are
covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for
own actions; Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an
alternate plan.
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform
each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the
knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCA TION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in engineering, or related field;
OR
Associate degree in engineering and 2 years relevant engineering experience; or 2 years
relevant experience with 2 years in an Engineering Tech III position with the County
OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret standard civil engineering manuals and reports,
general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental
regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of
managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
MA THEMA TICAL SKILLS
Thorough knowledge of mathematical calculations as they apply to engineering,
surveying and accounting functions including geometry and trigonometry.
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REASONING ABILITY
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or
diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
COMPUTER SKILLS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge ofMS Access
database software; Explorer Internet software; MS Excel spreadsheet software, MS Word,
word processing software, and civil engineering programs. Experience with AutoCAD
and Eagle Point software is desirable.
CERTIFICA TES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Valid Washington State Drivers License
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:
Ability to successfully complete various required training classes and obtain certificates
necessary for functional skills performance, maintenance and improvement.
Ability to work independently within the limits of the job description. Follows the policies,
procedures and practices of the Department.
Knowledge of the principles, practices, and methods used in engineering field surveying
equipment and instruments and their proper use and application.
Understanding of property deeds and legal descriptions.
Knowledge of County policies, regulations and engineering standards as they apply to
assignments and duties.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that
must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
Ability to stand for long periods; to walk stairs, climb banks, ditches, steep slopes, walk on
uneven ground at times; to sit for long periods of time; to talk and hear to communicate in person
or by telephone; to use hands, fingers and handle and feel; to climb and balance; to stoop, kneel
or crawl for field engineering tasks; to reach with hands and arms; to taste or smell in a
sometimes dangerous environment; to frequently lift and/or move equipment up to 35 lbs. May
also require the ability to lift or force/move up to 100 lbs for a short duration.
Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral
vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this
job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential functions.
Various duties may involve working in non-weather wet or humid conditions; high or precarious
places; outdoors work in a sometimes dangerous environment; working near fumes or airborne
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particles; and working with toxic or caustic materials; regularly performs in outside weather
conditions and will sometimes require working in cold or hot weather conditions; risk of
electrical shock may be encountered.
The noise level in the office work environment is usually moderate and may be loud while
working outside the office.
SKILL BAND POSITION:
This position is part of the Engineering Skill Band.
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