City of Peoria Arizona Human Resources Department

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Job Description
 
8401 West Monroe, Suite 110 Peoria, Arizona 85345 (623) 773-7100 Fax (623) 773-7149

Title: Utilities Engineering Manager

 FLSA Status: Exempt

BRIEF DESCRIPTION:

The purpose of this position is to supervise the engineering activities of the department, and to provide technical assistance as required.  This is accomplished by identifying needs, assigning project staff, preparing special studies and reports, and presenting information to management, staff and elected officials.  Other duties include developing and updating design and construction standards, coordinating activities with utilities divisions and other departments, investigating field problems, and ensuring accuracy of drawings and system mapping.

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.

(S)

Sedentary

(L)

Light

(M)

Medium

(H)

Heavy

(V)

Very Heavy

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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 Essential Functions

1

S

Manages the division by defining mission and goals, developing objectives, administering the department budget, presenting information to management and elected officials, scheduling and assigning work and tasks, evaluating and coaching performance, and ensuring construction and design standards are updates.

2

S

Develops and administers capital improvement plans by identifying projects, coordinating project timing, ranking and projecting project funding, presenting proposed information for approval, monitoring project completion, and anticipating requested additional funding requests.

3

S

Manages projects by coordinating activities with departments, consultants, developers and outside agencies, compiling data and statistics, reviewing plans and documents, preparing estimates, scheduling activities, preparing project status reports, participating in the proposal process, monitoring progress, and ensuring all reporting activities are complete.

4

S

Reviews plans by examining prepared information, attending meetings to evaluate proposals, discussing specific information with developers, and developing and updating design and construction standards as appropriate.

5

S

Serves customers by responding to requests and inquiries, providing written documents as necessary, meeting with customers to clarify questions, and working with departments, outside agencies, and vendors/consultants.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

-Description of Minimum Job Requirements-

Formal Education

Work requires specialized knowledge in a professional or technical field.  Work requires professional level of knowledge of a discipline equivalent to that which is acquired in a Masters degree-level of study.

Experience

Over seven years up to and including nine years experience.

Supervision

Work requires managing and monitoring work performance of a division including evaluating program/work objectives and effectiveness, establishing broad organizational goals and realigning work and staffing assignments for the department.

Human Collaboration Skills

Recommendations regarding policy development and implementation are made and/or recommended.  Evaluates customer satisfaction, develops cooperative associations, and utilizes resources to continuously improve customer satisfaction.

Freedom to Act

The employee normally performs the duty assignment according to his or her own judgment, requesting supervisory assistance only when necessary. Special projects are managed with little oversight and assignments may be reviewed upon completion. Performance reviewed periodically.

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.

Budget Responsibility

Position has major fiscal responsibility.  Is responsible for department-wide financial decisions.  Assures that appropriate linkages exist between budget requests and departmental goals and objectives.  Monitors budget plan, and adjusts as necessary.

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.

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.

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.

Certification &
Other Requirements

Valid driver's license, Registered Professional Engineer in Arizona

OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENGTH DEMANDS:

-Physical strength for this position is indicated below with “X”-

Sedentary

 

Light

X

Medium

  

Heavy

  

Very Heavy

  

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:

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.

-Physical Demand-

-Frequency-

-Brief Description-

Standing

O

Making presentations, observing work site, observing work duties, communicating with co-workers

Sitting

F

Desk work, meetings, driving

Walking

O

To other departments/offices, around work site

Lifting

O

Supplies, files

Carrying

O

Supplies, files

Pushing/Pulling

O

File drawers, equipment, tables and chairs

Reaching

R

For supplies, for files

Handling

F

Paperwork

Fine Dexterity

O

Computer keyboard, telephone keypad, calculator

Kneeling

R

Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground

Crouching

R

Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground

Crawling

N

 

Bending

R

Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground

Twisting

R

From computer to telephone, getting inside vehicle

Climbing

O

Stairs, ladders

Balancing

R

On ladders

Vision

C

Reading, computer screen, driving, observing work site

Hearing

F

Communicating via telephone/radio, to co-workers/public

Talking

F

Communicating via telephone/radio, to co-workers/public

Foot Controls

O

Driving

Other
(specified if applicable)

 

 

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE, AND HARDWARE:

Computers, printers and related software, vehicle, camera

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

C
Continuously
F
Frequently
O
Occasionally
R
Rarely
N
Never
  D
Daily
W
Several Times Per Week
M
Several Times Per Month
S
Seasonally
N
Never

-Health and Safety Factors-

Mechanical Hazards R
Chemical Hazards R
Electrical Hazards R
Fire Hazards R
Explosives R
Communicable Diseases R
Physical Danger or Abuse R
Other (see 1 below) N

-Environmental Factors-

Respiratory Hazards M
Extreme Temperatures S
Noise and Vibration M
Wetness/Humidity S
Physical Hazards M

(1) N/A

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:

Protective footwear, hard hat, safety vest

NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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-

-Frequency-

Time Pressure

F

Emergency Situation

O

Frequent Change of Tasks

F

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime

O

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously

F

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team

F

Tedious or Exacting Work

O

Noisy/Distracting Environment

O

Other (see 2 below)

N

(2) N/A

PRIMARY WORK LOCATION:

Office Environment

X

     Vehicle

  

Warehouse

 

     Outdoors

  

Shop

 

     Other (see 3 below)

  

Recreation/Neighborhood Center

 

 

 

(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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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

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8401 West Monroe St, Suite 110 - Peoria Arizona 85345 - (623) 773-7100 - Fax (623) 773-7149

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