What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Associate IV - Sewer Design position at Baltimore County?
Pay Schedule VI, Grade 31, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week
A vacancy exists in the Department of Public Works and Transportation, Engineering and Construction
A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.
Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.
All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.
List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.
Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.
You MUST attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.
Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Definition of Responsibility
Under general supervision, designs, reviews, and manages major engineering and sewer capital improvement projects. Manages projects designed in-house and by consultant engineers. Designs and reviews plans, permits, and specifications and cost estimates for sewer capital improvement projects.
Examples of Essential Duties
Performs other related duties as required.
(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent, plus ten years' subprofessional engineering experience. (Additional qualifying education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required experience.)
OR
Possession of a certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Maryland.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level):
Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org)
Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Engineering IV
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204
You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.Physical and Environmental Conditions: The work of this classification is essentially sedentary, with occasional walking, standing, and other limited physical activities including travel to various work sites.
Employment Background Investigation:
Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.
A vacancy exists in the Department of Public Works and Transportation, Engineering and Construction
A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.
Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.
All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.
List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.
Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.
You MUST attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.
Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Definition of Responsibility
Under general supervision, designs, reviews, and manages major engineering and sewer capital improvement projects. Manages projects designed in-house and by consultant engineers. Designs and reviews plans, permits, and specifications and cost estimates for sewer capital improvement projects.
Examples of Essential Duties
- Manages the design, review and approval of numerous major sewer capital improvement projects.
- Reviews and coordinates the works of in-house and consultant engineering and engineering associates,
- Establishes, monitors and coordinates project schedules and deadlines.
- Resolves design problems and addresses project comments and concerns.
- Investigates and responds to engineering related complaints from the public
- Supervises and/or leads others in the design and review of projects.
- Provides guidance and assistance in the use of GIS, the computer aided design and drafting systems, and other aspects of project work.
- Prepares and submits applications for various permits required for construction projects. Corresponds and meets with agencies to resolve issues regarding permit applications.
- Writes and/or reviews construction specifications
- Conducts meetings with consultants, contractors, suppliers, citizens, and others regarding capital projects.
- Prepares correspondence related to projects.
- Provides responses to construction requests for information and provides engineering support during the bidding construction phases.
- Performs periodic construction site visits as needed.
- Designs, prepares, and reviews sediment control plans, stormwater management plans, reforestation plans, wetland mitigation plans, and other environmental reports.
- Review utility cut permits from other agencies and easement release requests from real-estate compliance.
- Evaluates the feasibility of public sewer extensions.
Performs other related duties as required.
(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent, plus ten years' subprofessional engineering experience. (Additional qualifying education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required experience.)
OR
Possession of a certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Maryland.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level):
- Knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
- Thorough knowledge of drafting materials, instruments, and techniques.
- Thorough knowledge of mathematics, including algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and the use of logarithms.
- Knowledge of land surveys, deeds, plats, and construction drawings.
- Skill in drafting, computational, and design work.
- Skill in the preparation and review of plans, drawings, and specifications. Skill in the preparation of technical and statistical reports.
- Skill in solving drafting and design problems.
- Skill in dealing with other departments, outside agencies, and the public regarding engineering issues.
- Skill in the preparation of correspondence relating to projects.
- Ability to operate computers and peripheral equipment used to perform drafting and design work, and to conduct engineering studies.
- Ability to plan, assign, and review the work of an engineering staff.
- Ability to manage capital improvement projects.
- Knowledge of County and Departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Knowledge of County and Departmental engineering standards, specifications, and codes.
- Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of computer aided drafting and design.
- Knowledge of computers and software used in GIS and to conduct computer modeling and engineering studies.
- Skill in managing capital improvement projects
- Skill in planning, assigning, and reviewing the work of engineering staff.
- Skill in coordinating engineering projects with the work of other departments, outside agencies, and others.
- Skill in performing computer aided drafting and design work.
Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org)
Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Engineering IV
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204
You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.Physical and Environmental Conditions: The work of this classification is essentially sedentary, with occasional walking, standing, and other limited physical activities including travel to various work sites.
Employment Background Investigation:
Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.
Salary : $62,265 - $78,114