Development Services Senior Engineer

Applications will be accepted until there are a sufficient number of highly qualified applicants from which to make a selection. Candidates should submit their materials online as soon as possible to ensure consideration. Interviews may be conducted throughout the recruitment process and this recruitment may close at any time. Candidates must attach copies of any requires certifications/licenses to their application.

Eligible for hybrid office/remote after introductory period.

$133,778.00 – $179,275.00 Annually

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, plans, organizes, directs, coordinates, and oversees the activities of development projects, planning studies, and environmental compliance; implements provisions of the Master Plan; makes recommendations for action and assists in the development and implementation of policy, procedure, and department budget; performs related duties as required.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This single incumbent supervisory class is responsible for overall management of the development services department, including planning studies, development projects, and environmental compliance, including supervising assigned staff. 

SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED

This position reports directly to the Director of Engineering. It supervises staff in the Development Services department, including Technicians and Assistant/Associate Engineers. May provide direction or guidance to Construction Inspectors as needed and in relation to development or City Capital Improvement projects.

Essential Functions

Essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Plans, assigns, supervises, reviews, and evaluates the work of assigned staff; provides staff training and development; assists in the selection of staff; reviews work for accuracy and compliance with department standards; studies and standardizes procedures to improve department efficiency; participates in necessary disciplinary actions; writes performance appraisals; ensures high level of customer service; provides assistance to staff in resolving problems; ensures safe work methods are followed and appropriate safety precautions and equipment are utilized; and conducts safety meetings;
• Manages and administers development projects from the preliminary planning stages through construction and acceptance of developer improvements by the District; reviews and comments on Environmental Impact Reports and prepares accompanying letters; coordinates Master Plan Capital Improvement Projects with development projects; 
• Manages and coordinates design and implementation of removal, replacement, relocation, or adjustment of District facilities required by City Capital Improvement Projects in accordance with the Cost Sharing Agreement between the District and City; prepares cost estimates and budgets for reimbursement to the City related to District facility modifications completed with City Capital Improvement Projects; 
• Manages and coordinates preparation of the Master Plan, Program Environmental Impact Report; administers contracts for the District’s regional planning and environmental needs; orders and monitors related studies; assists in selection of consultants;
• Coordinates development project and City Capital Improvement Project activities with other department staff, District personnel, District legal counsel and agencies; provides technical assistance to other departments and District personnel; attends and makes presentations to District committees, commissions, and Board of Directors;
• Oversees and performs a variety of professional and paraprofessional engineering work, including the review of project plans and specifications, and engineering estimates; directs staff who coordinates developer projects;
• Performs and reviews Water/Sewer Studies; oversees water and sewer availability letters, annexations, extensions of service, and payback agreements; interprets and explains regulations and fees to the public; assists customers and developers with items needed to start and complete projects; 
• Reviews plans, legal descriptions, and deeds for projects, easements, and rights-of-way; evaluates and explains laws, ordinances, policies, procedures, and acceptable engineering standards; ensures all engineering documents comply with same; recommends corrections or improvements; evaluates water and sewer capital facility fees by interpreting District policies;
• Performs annual Level 1 Water Audit Validation submission for the District’s water distribution system utilizing American Water Works Association (AWWA) software;
• Prepares or directs preparation of items submitted for Board consideration; interprets information, makes recommendations, and prepares follow up documents; discusses findings with management and prepares reports of various studies; represents Development Services Department at Board meetings and Board committee meetings to provide information related to development projects;
• Compiles and analyzes statistical data and prepares technical reports relating to projects and programs; assists in the prepara­tion of cost projections for the department budget and monitors expenditures;
• Holds regular meetings with staff to communicate expectations, receive feedback, resolve problems, develop trusting relationships, provide motivation and employee recognition, stay abreast of staff’s work activities, and provide required resources for work assignments;
• Operates copiers and a variety of office equipment;
• Performs duties in a professional manner and works well with others or in a team setting;
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers, outside agencies, and the public;
• Regular attendance and adherence to prescribed work schedule to conduct job responsibilities;
• Observes safe work practices and safety methods; performs other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

Ideal Candidate Traits

• Strong leadership skills, prior experience in mentoring & training staff of different levels; employee performance management experience;
• Hydraulic modeling experience; prior experience in development design; constructability knowledge;
• Experience in public speaking to a wide range of audiences.
• Capable of identifying opportunities and implementing changes in a manner suited to the department;
• Has experience making independent decisions based on established guidelines.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of employee supervision including selection, training, work evaluation, and discipline; 
• Principles, practices, and methods of civil engineering principles, practices, and techniques with particular reference to the planning, design, construction, and operation of water supply and wastewater collection and reclamation systems and facilities;
• Principles and practices of contract administration; 
• Business data processing applications related to the solution of engineering problems, including water & sewer modeling software, and the maintenance of records; computer applications relating to the work;
• Administrative principles and methods including goal setting, program and budget development and implementation; 
• Relevant occupational health and safety regulations and guidelines; 
• Safe work methods and safety practices relevant to the work.

Ability to:

• Plan, organize, administer, and coordinate a variety of complex engineering programs and services; 
• Plan, organize, assign, direct, review, and evaluate the work of assigned staff; 
• Select, motivate, and evaluate staff and provide for their training and professional development; 
• Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards, and internal controls; 
• Analyze complex technical and administrative engineering problems, evaluate alternative solutions, and adopt effective courses of action; 
• Select consultants; assess final work product and confirm compliance with contract or agreement; 
• Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials; 
• Exercise sound independent judgment within general policy guidelines; 
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and those contacted in the course of the work.

Education & Experience

Any combination of education or experience that would likely provide the necessary knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain these knowledge and abilities would be: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in civil, environmental, or another related engineering field, and; four years of professional-level engineering experience in the planning, design, construction, or maintenance of water distribution facilities and/or wastewater collection, treatment, and reclamation facilities required, with at least one year in a lead role preferred.

Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements

• Possession of a current and valid California Professional Engineer’s license is required.
• Possession of an American Water Works Association (AWWA) Water Audit Validator Certificate is highly preferred.