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Title:
Engineering Director
FLSA Status: Exempt
BRIEF DESCRIPTION:
The purpose of this position is to plan
direct and review the activities of the Engineering
department. This is accomplished by planning and directing
areas of development, capital project construction and
traffic engineering projects, coordinating activities with
other departments and outside agencies, and providing
support to the city manager. Other duties include
representing the city at regional issues, and coordinating
with other communities and outside agencies.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Note:
This information is intended to be descriptive of the key
responsibilities of the position. The list of essential
functions below does not identify all duties performed by
any single incumbent in this position. Additionally, please
be aware of the legend below when referring to the physical
demands of each essential function.
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(S) |
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(L) |
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(M) |
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(H) |
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(V) |
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Exerting up to 10 lbs.
occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting
most of the time. |
Exerting up to 20 lbs.
occasionally; 10 lbs. frequently; or negligible amounts
constantly; OR requires walking or standing to a
significant degree. |
Exerting 20-50 lbs.
occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10 lbs.
constantly. |
Exerting 50-100 lbs.
occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10-20 lbs.
constantly. |
Exerting over 100 lbs.
occasionally; 50-100 lbs. frequently; or up to 20-50
lbs. constantly. |
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Code |
Essential Functions |
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1 |
S |
Oversees the engineering phase of
the development review process by meeting with
developers and engineers, coordinating and reviewing
with departments, managing plan review, and drafting
letters and various correspondences during the review
and construction phases. |
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2 |
S |
Reviewing traffic impact studies
and making recommendations; overseeing the construction
process and conducting on-site inspections as needed to
enforce engineering standards and criteria; releasing
civil plans for construction and the acceptance of the
work; and reviewing zoning and subdivision cases and
representing engineering concerns before the Council. |
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3 |
S |
Administers the capital improvement
program by preparing long range plans, budgeting and
scheduling, advertising and awarding contracts,
consulting, reviewing engineering and construction plans
and specifications, preparing and reviewing contract
documents and specifications, meeting with consultants
and contractors during the design and construction phase
of projects, overseeing the construction process and
conducting on-site inspections, and preparing and making
formal presentations to elected officials and completing
project close out information. |
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4 |
S |
Resolves engineering problems with
developers, contractors and construction companies by
reviewing and analyzing problems, determining the
economic feasibility of the solution, facilitating
communication between parties, establishing solutions
and distributing any necessary documents. |
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5 |
S |
Coordinates design projects by
determining parameters, meeting with consultants,
reviewing preliminary plans, accepting and processing
payment invoices and reviewing final plans. |
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6 |
S |
Oversees departmental activities
and budgets by developing and administering the
departmental budget; overseeing plan review services and
CIP administrative services and personnel; reviewing,
revising, and establishing consistent design standards,
construction details, and policies necessary for the
proper development in accordance with engineering
practices; making technical engineering decisions and
establishing and enforcing engineering standards and
criteria. |
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7 |
S |
Performs other various engineering
functions by coordinating, working with, and
representing the City with other outside departments and
agencies; administering and coordinating regulatory sign
placement and requirements; responding to citizen
complaints and requests for information, meeting with
citizens and citizen groups, and conducting on-site
investigations as required; providing assistance to
other City departments; assisting in making decisions
relation to various facets of the municipal government;
and performing other duties as assigned. |
JOB
REQUIREMENTS:
-Description of
Minimum Job Requirements-
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Formal Education |
Work requires broad knowledge in a
general professional or technical field. Knowledge is
normally acquired through four years of college
resulting in a Bachelor's degree or equivalent. |
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Experience |
Over nine years experience. |
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Supervision |
Work requires managing and
monitoring work performance of a department including
evaluating program/work objectives and effectiveness,
establishing broad organizational goals and realigning
work and staffing assignments for the department. |
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Human Collaboration Skills |
Final decisions regarding policy
development and implementation are made and/or
recommended. Interaction with others outside the
organization requires exercising participative
management skills that support team efforts and quality
processes. |
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Freedom to Act |
The employee normally performs the
duty assignments within broad parameters defined by
general organizational requirements and accepted
practices. End results determine effectiveness of job
performance. |
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Technical Skills |
Advanced: Work requires advanced
skills and knowledge in approaches and systems, which
affect the design and implementation of major programs
and/or processes organization-wide. Independent judgment
and decision-making abilities are necessary to apply
technical skills effectively. |
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Budget Responsibility |
Position has major fiscal
responsibility. Makes significant contribution to major
financial decisions within the department. Responsible
for major financial decisions within the department.
Decisions may influence budget requests and departmental
goals and objectives. Monitors budget plan, and adjusts
work activity as necessary. |
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Reading |
Advanced - Ability to read
literature, books, reviews, scientific or technical
journals, abstracts, financial reports, and/or legal
documents. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in at
the college level or above. However, it may be obtained
from experience and self-study. |
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Math |
Advanced - Ability to apply
fundamental concepts of theories, work with advanced
mathematical operations methods, and functions of real
and complex variables. Ordinarily, such education is
obtained in at the college level or above. However, it
may be obtained from experience and self-study. |
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Writing |
Advanced - Ability to write
editorials, journals, speeches, manuals, or critiques.
Ordinarily, such education is obtained in at the college
level or above. However, it may be obtained from
experience and self-study. |
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Certification &
Other Requirements |
Valid driver's license, Registered
Professional Engineer in Arizona |
OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENGTH DEMANDS:
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-Physical strength for this position is indicated below
with “X”- |
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Sedentary |
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Light |
X |
Medium |
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Heavy |
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Very Heavy |
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Exerting up to 10 lbs.
occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting
most of the time. |
Exerting up to 20 lbs.
occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts
constantly OR requires walking or standing to a
significant degree. |
Exerting 20-50 lbs.
occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs.
constantly. |
Exerting 50-100 lbs.
occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs.
constantly. |
Exerting over 100 lbs.
occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50
lbs. constantly. |
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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C
Continuously
2/3 or more of the time. |
F
Frequently
From 1/3 to 2/3 of the
time. |
O
Occasionally
Up to 1/3 of the time. |
R
Rarely
Less than 1 hour per
week. |
N
Never
Never occurs. |
Note: This is intended as a
description of the way the job is currently performed. It
does not address the potential for accommodation.
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-Physical Demand- |
-Frequency- |
-Brief Description-
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Standing |
O |
Making presentations, communicating with co-workers |
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Sitting |
F |
Desk work, meetings, driving |
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Walking |
O |
To
other departments/offices, around work site |
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Lifting |
O |
Files |
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Carrying |
O |
Files |
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Pushing/Pulling |
O |
File drawers, tables and chairs |
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Reaching |
O |
For
supplies, for files |
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Handling |
C |
Paperwork |
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Fine Dexterity |
O |
Computer keyboard, telephone keypad |
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Kneeling |
R |
Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower
shelves/ground |
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Crouching |
R |
Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower
shelves/ground |
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Crawling |
N |
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Bending |
O |
Retrieving items from lower shelves/ground |
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Twisting |
O |
From computer to telephone, getting inside vehicle |
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Climbing |
O |
Stairs |
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Balancing |
R |
On
step stools |
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Vision |
C |
Reading, computer screen, driving, observing work site |
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Hearing |
C |
Communicating via telephone/radio, to co-workers/public |
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Talking |
C |
Communicating via telephone/radio, to co-workers/public |
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Foot Controls |
O |
Driving |
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Other
(specified if applicable) |
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MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE, AND HARDWARE:
Computers, printers and related software, vehicle
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
C
Continuously |
F
Frequently |
O
Occasionally |
R
Rarely |
N
Never |
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D
Daily |
W
Several Times Per Week |
M
Several Times Per Month |
S
Seasonally |
N
Never |
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-Health and Safety Factors- |
| Mechanical Hazards |
N |
| Chemical Hazards |
N |
| Electrical Hazards |
N |
| Fire Hazards |
N |
| Explosives |
N |
| Communicable Diseases |
N |
| Physical Danger or
Abuse |
N |
| Other (see 1 below) |
N |
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-Environmental Factors- |
| Respiratory Hazards |
S |
| Extreme Temperatures |
S |
| Noise and Vibration |
S |
| Wetness/Humidity |
S |
| Physical Hazards |
N |
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(1) N/A
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
Safety vest, hard hat
NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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F
Frequently
From 1/3 to 2/3 of the
time |
O
Occasionally
Up to 1/3 of the time |
R
Rarely
Less than 1 hour per week |
N
Never
Never occurs |
-Description of Non-Physical Demands-
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-Frequency- |
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Time Pressure |
F |
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Emergency Situation |
O |
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Frequent Change of Tasks |
O |
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Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime |
F |
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Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously |
F |
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Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team |
F |
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Tedious or Exacting Work |
F |
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Noisy/Distracting Environment |
R |
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Other (see 2 below) |
N |
(2) N/A
PRIMARY WORK LOCATION:
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Office Environment |
X |
Vehicle |
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Warehouse |
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Outdoors |
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Shop |
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Other (see 3 below) |
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Recreation/Neighborhood Center |
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(3)N/A
SIGNATURE
SIGNATURE – REVIEW AND
COMMENTS:
I have reviewed this description and understand the
requirements and responsibilities of the position.
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Signature of Employee
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Signature of Supervisor
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Date |
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Job Title of Department Head |
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Signature of Department Head
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Comments:
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The above statements are intended to describe the
general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this
position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities, duties, and skills required. This description is subject to
modification as the needs and requirements of the position change.
City of Peoria Arizona an Equal Opportunity Employer
DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS, ANY
APPLICANT REQUIRING ACCOMMODATION FOR A DISABILITY SHOULD ADVISE THE HUMAN RESOURCES
DEPARTMENT.
Employment Hotline (Voice Only):
623-773-7105
Human Resources (Voice/TDD): 623-773-7100
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