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Job Description
Description
Charleston County Public Works Department is looking for highly motivated, qualified individuals to join our team!
This position will assist the Pavement Manager with identifying, developing, and managing the pavement management program and overseeing the execution of projects. The work is performed under the supervision and direction of the Pavement Manager, but considerable leeway is granted in the exercise of independent judgment and initiative.
We offer competitive salary, great benefits package to include: paid holidays, vacation, sick, maternity, and parental leave, as well as training and advancement opportunities. Working for Charleston County allows you to achieve the work life balance you have been looking for!
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $55,000 - $80,000****Hiring salary dependent upon applicant’s education, experience, skill level, and other job specific qualifications
OPEN UNTIL FILLED, APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY
Duties and Responsibilities
•Assist Pavement Manager in development and management of pavement maintenance plans. Including collection of data and measurements in the field to develop plans, create estimates, review of reports, and invoicing.
•Complete site visits and inspections of road, drainage, sidewalk to ensure compliance with all applicable, State, and County and municipal codes, regulations, and specifications.
•Provide updates to pavement management system with road additions and completions. This may include linking pavement data and GIS spatial data to the pavement management system.
•Assist in ensuring quality and accuracy of data within the database and corresponding ArcGIS platform.
•Responds to questions, comments, and requests from the public in a courteous, timely manner.
•Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others fully and accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems.
•Attends meetings, conferences, workshops and training sessions and reviews publications and audiovisual materials to become and remain current on the principles, practices and new developments in assigned work areas.
•Communicates and coordinates regularly with construction, engineering, and inspection staff to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities.
•Ability to obtain SCDOT Certifications such as Earthwork and Base Course Technician, Asphalt Roadway Technician, Pavement Preservation, etc.
•Perform other directly related duties consistent with the role and function of the position classification.
•Designated to report to work during hazardous weather or emergency conditions.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate’s Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Construction Management, Geography, Geographic Information Systems, or other related field, and two (2) years or more of technical experience in related engineering, construction or GIS field. Knowledge of ArcGIS and/or Pavement Management Software (such as Cartegraph and/or AgileAssets) preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
The ability to maintain effective relationships with consultants, contractors, state and municipal officials, and the public is essential. Must be skilled in reading, analyzing, and interpreting construction drawings, technical reports, specifications, and regulatory documents. 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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