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Senior Associate Civil Engineer (Planning) Print ( Apply  Senior Associate Civil Engineer (Planning) Salary $86,088.00 - $116,178.00 Annually Location Coleman A Young Municipal Center, MI Job Type Certified-Regular Civil Service Job Number PA Department Dept of Public Works Opening Date 09/30/2024 Closing Date 12/31/2024 12:00 AM Eastern Bargaining Unit 0500 Description Benefits Questions Description SUMMARY: Under general supervision, is in charge of the civil engineering condition assessments, program planning and other functions necessary to develop a continuous capital improvement program for a city department. Examples of Duties MAJOR JOB DUTIES: Plans and supervises the work of a moderately large group of subordinate engineers and drafting technicians engaged in performing fundamental condition assessments, feasibility studies of alternate methods of solving specific civil engineering problems; and preparing capital program priorities, budgets, and estimates of costs for projects. Prepares policies for carrying out work. Assigns, reviews and approves the work of subordinates. Instructs and advises workers on the more difficult phases of work. Proposes a variety of construction, reconstruction, maintenance and capital improvement initiatives. Assesses the conditions of pavements through ratings and more intensive analyses. Investigates and analyzes pavements by destructive and non-destructive methods. Manages a database of pavement conditions, develops maps of pavement conditions and proposed methods of maintenance repairs, improvements, construction and reconstruction. Prepares special studies and reports relative to matters such as alternate solutions and estimates of materials and costs. Minimum Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering. Five years of experience in the assessment of pavement conditions and database tracking tools for large municipal projects including two years in a supervisory or team leadership capacity. Equivalency Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis. EVALUATION PLAN Interview: 70% Evaluation of Training, Experience and Personal Qualifications: 30% Total: Interview and Evaluation of Training, Experience and Personal Qualifications: 100% Detroit Residency Credit: 15 points Veterans' Preference: 0 to 15 points KNOWLEDGE OF: · Principals and methods of civil engineering design and construction. · Equipment and materials used in civil engineering projects. · Project costing, monitoring and reporting techniques. SKILL IN: · Analyzing problems relating to civil engineering design and construction. · Supervising, prioritizing and directing the work of others. · Analyzing pavement conditions and utilizing databases and other tracking tools, including RoadSoft, develop an ongoing capital program. · Familiar with PASER ratings and other pavement condition tools and with SEMCOG reporting requirements. · Reading, understanding and evaluating engineering plans and specifications. · Oral and written communication. · Use of personal computers and common office and work related software. · Preparing concise technical and non-technical reports. ABILITY TO: · Plan and direct the activities of a moderately large group of subordinate engineers and draft technicians. · Estimate costs and schedules for engineering projects. · Interact effectively with subordinates and peers with tact and diplomacy. · Display initiative and resourcefulness in solving difficult and unusual engineering problems in connection with problems of civil engineering planning Supplemental Information LICENSE, CERTIFICATION AND OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Current registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Michigan. Valid State of Michigan Operator License required Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on requirements of the position. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Work involves office, field and plant activities. Evaluation Plan Interview: 70% Evaluation of Training, Experience, & Personal Qualifications: 30% Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100% Detroit Residency Credit: 15 Points Veteran Points: 0-15 Points EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following: HEALTH Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits. Dental Vision INSURANCE Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent. Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement. PAID TIME OFF Sick Leave Vacation Holidays OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave, RETIREMENT BENEFITS City Employees Retirement System As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after: • Completion of thirty (30) years of service; At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service. • In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply); An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service; • Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age. ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions. Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit. 01 Do you possess at least five years of experience in the assessment of pavement conditions and database tracking tools for large municipal projects including two years in a supervisory or team leadership capacity? 02 Please indicate your highest level of education completed High School Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree PHD/JD N/A 03 Do you have five (5) years of experience designing and preparing specifications for civil engineering projects? Yes No 04 Do you possess a Registration Professional Engineer in the State of Michigan? Yes No 05 Please indicate your license type. N/A State of Michigan Driver License Class A CDL Class B CDL Required Question Agency City of Detroit Address Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226 Website Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email