Full-time position available with the Public Works Department, Major Capital Projects Division located at 414 E. 12th Street
Salary Range: $6,489-$9,734/month
Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. *Telework schedule available after 6-month probationary period completed
Application Deadline Date: Open Until Filled
Responsibilities
- Serves as assistant to a section head of the division.
- Plans and supervises the work of registered engineers and other paraprofessional subordinates engaged in survey, design, construction, plan review and inspection of infrastructure projects.
- Supervises the preparation of contract documents and reviews completed plans, specifications, drawings, and estimates.
- Confers with section heads and other departmental officials, consulting engineers, contractors and others as project needs require.
- Represents the section in matters with other governmental agencies, private firms, and the general public in the absence of the section head.
- Assists in the preparation of budget estimates for the assigned section and assists in the development of departmental objectives, goals, and programs.
- Reviews vouchers and supporting field data for partial payments for work completed.
- Prepares specifications for materials and products.
- Performs research for satisfactory substitutes.
- Investigates material(s) failure(s).
- Inspects construction work in progress for compliance with plans and specifications.
- Authorizes changes as necessary.
- Interprets plans and specifications for inspectors and contractors.
- Develops and implements training programs for new technical personnel.
- Maintains necessary records and prepares reports.
- Performs related duties as required.
Qualifications
REQUIRES two (2) years progressively responsible experience as a Registered Engineer. Within 6 months of hire date, must be registered as a Professional Engineer with Missouri Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors, and Professional Landscape Architects. Must pass a preemployment drug screen as prescribed by the City.
Other Information
URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.
In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System.
Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.
If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.
The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our
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If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions.
(DOD) 38 U.S. Code • 4211). 
