Urban Engineer II (Civil Engineer)

POSITION SUMMARY

The Development Services Department's Engineering Team is seeking an Urban Engineer II (Civil Engineer).

Now here is a GREAT PLACE TO WORK!!! Are you looking to join a team that supports each other, is service oriented, and strives to expand technical knowledge and improve workflow processes every day? If so, the Engineering Division at the Development Services Department (DSD) at the City of Fort Lauderdale could be the place for you!!! We are like family and enjoy building our community one permit at a time! We would like to welcome an URBAN ENGINEER II to join our FAMILY!!! Maybe it's you?! Apply now!

The Urban Engineer II manages projects and examines a variety of engineering and construction plans and permits to determine whether plans, specifications, and materials conform to legally established codes and requirements to ensure minimum City engineering adequacy standards and principles are met, such as: on-site and roadway geometry, safe and adequate access, site drainage, stormwater, water/wastewater, paving, grading, construction operations, surface reconstruction, provision for easements and other right-of-way and site improvements and coordination of utility reviews. Position requires considerable initiative and independent judgment in making technical decisions.

The City of Fort Lauderdale employees possess a passion for public service demonstrated by a high degree of enthusiasm, self-reliance, and job proficiency. They effectively convey the vision and mission of the organization and provide excellent service and satisfaction to our internal and external customers.

This job classification is included within the bargaining unit represented by Federation of Public Employees and therefore is subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Federation of Public Employees.

NOTE: This position may remain open until enough qualified applications are received.

The City offers a wide variety of benefits to employees. In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option and requires a 3% contribution from employees. New hires are automatically enrolled in FRS.

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ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

• Reviews large scale development permit applications with minimal oversight, including civil plans and specifications for project improvements within the public rights-of-way for Ordinance and Code compliance
• Calculates and/or reviews the Capital Expansion Fees for proposed private developments
• Performs complex mathematical calculations to confirm engineering designs submitted by Engineer/ Architect of Records are in conformance with City's and other Regulatory Standards and requirements
• Confers with senior staff on problems of design, construction, or maintenance of municipal Public Services facilities; determines permitting requirements and obtains necessary permits; prepares reports and makes recommendations relating to the conduct of engineering activities
• Electronically prepares reports and maintains records of work performed and properly enters information, including documents and images using provided hardware and software systems
• Prepares plan review comments; updates the City's online permit software system
• Responds to inquiries from citizens, permit applicants, associations, or other governmental agencies
• Attends pre-construction meetings with applicants/contractors and City Inspectors to discuss engineering requirements and compliance
• Oversees site inspections of proposed work or work in progress to verify project status
• May function as a project lead
• Performs related work as required

The duties of this position will include all duties set forth in the official job description.

JOB REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

JOB REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering.Three (3) years of experience in project management and/or construction of highway, street, water distribution, wastewater collection, stormwater, or other public services projects. Additional qualifying experience or completion of coursework at an accredited college or university in a job-related field, may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.Possess or be able to obtain a valid State of Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire. Preferences: Preferred Certified Construction Manager or Professional Engineer registered in the State of Florida.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Non-Essential Employees will not be required to work during a declared emergency but may be required to work in some capacity after the declared emergency. The employee's Department Head will determine when the employee will be required to work.

PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
The position involves medium physical demands, such as exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. This position is primarily sedentary but may involve frequent outside work.

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.

HOW TO APPLY/ VETERAN INFORMATION

Depending on the number of applications and the quality of their education and experience, the examination may consist of one or more of the following tests: Evaluation of Training and Experience, Oral Interview, Written Examination, or other assessment method. Applicants must attain a minimum score of 70 in each part of the examination to qualify. All successful applicants will be required to pass a medical examination, including drug screening, prior to appointment.

An eligible veteran who enters an open-competitive examination shall receive preference points added to the total passing score earned in the examination as provided for in the Florida Statutes. To obtain veteran's preference, candidates MUST submit a copy of separation papers and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form ( J-204) .

The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance.

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Closing Date/Time: 10/27/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

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• City of Fort Lauderdale

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