Asst Chief Engineer of Sewers

There will be two positions. One position will be responsible for the implementation of the department's sewer capital improvement programing including overseeing the design and construction of sewer improvement projects. The other position will oversee the sewer planning and records efforts and regulatory compliance requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

· Manages professional engineers involved in construction and repair plan reviews including the

examination of designs, specifications, layouts and other sewer construction documentation

· Assists in the development of the strategic direction of the division to ensure that objectives and

performance measures are consistent with departmental, City, and service expectations

· Supervises the examination and appraisal of plans and the issuance of permits for sewer

construction and repair work

· Consults with private contractors regarding the preparation of plans for sewers in public streets

· Explains specifications and requirements regarding sewer construction work as outlined by the

Municipal Code

· Reviews and evaluates final reports of special engineering assignments

· Makes changes and recommends modifications in final reports prior to submission to management

· Directs and assigns engineering and inspectional personnel to specific projects, as required

· Conducts periodic field inspections of work in progress to examine or resolve issues with sewer

jurisdiction declarations, cross connections, storm water encroachments or public versus private

sewer decisions

· Supervises the preparation of engineering reports, detailing the progress of all work within the

sewer group to management

· Assists in the selection, supervision, training and evaluates the performance of assigned staff

· Attends meetings with other City departments, elected officials and outside agencies; explains

and justifies approved projects, department policies and activities; and negotiates and resolves sensitive, significant and controversial issues

Additional duties may be required for this position.

Location: 1000 E Ohio, St, JWPP, +51

Days: Monday-Friday

Hours: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

THIS POSITION IS NOT CAREER SERVICE

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a directly related field, plus six (6) years of civil engineering work experience, of which two (2) years are in a supervisory role related to the responsibilities of the position, OR

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree or higher in Civil Engineering or a directly related field, plus five (5) years of civil engineering work experience, of which two (2) years are in a supervisory role related to the responsibilities of the position

Registration as a Professional Engineer (R.P.E.). At the time of employment, positions must have obtained Registration as a Professional Engineer (R.P.E.) in the State of Illinois.

Some positions require a valid State of Illinois driver’s license.

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS

This position requires the successful completion of an online application and an initial screening process. Applicants who meet the established screening criteria may be invited to participate in one or more assessments designed to evaluate the knowledge, skills, or competencies relevant to the role and an interview. Candidates who successfully complete all required assessment components may be invited to take part in a structured interview using a standardized set of questions.