Distinguishing Features of Work

This is administrative and technical supervisory work directing a large group of employees engaged in the construction, repair, reconstruction, and maintenance of natural waterways, drainage easements, open ditches, dams, the flood control project, stream and rainfall network, and storm water pump stations. Work involves directing activities of employee supervisors, equipment operators, skilled and semiskilled laborers engaged in the maintenance of flood control structures, storm water pump stations, and drainage ways. The employee must exercise considerable independent judgment in directing the field operations. Work is directed and reviewed through the establishment of goals and subsequent evaluation of progress toward goal attainment.
The days and hours for this position: Monday-Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Bargaining Unit: Employees Council
**Employees within the department or division shall be given first consideration**
**Posting may close at anytime**

Examples of Work Performed

• Assists the Stormwater Engineer with the preparation of annual renewal and replacement plans.

• • Assists the Stormwater Engineer with the development of plans and management of capital projects.

• Plans and supervises the work of technical and non-technical employees.

• Assist the Stormwater Engineer with project feasibility studies; recommends action to leadership.

• Assists with negotiations related to consultant contracts and monitors contract performance.

• Assists with planning, development, coordination, and scheduling of project work such as renewal and replacement and capital projects and related financial tasks.

• Confers with consultants, field engineers, contractors, utility companies, and suppliers of materials and equipment.

• Evaluates work completed by consultants and staff for quality control and adherence to City standards.

• Ensures conformity with plans, specifications, standards, and policies.

• Develops cost estimates of work programs.

• Keeps records and prepares technical reports of work actives.

• Completion of work assignments will require the operation of a vehicle.

• These examples are provided to generally outline the key tasks assigned to the Flood Control Supervisor and the Stormwater Utility Supervisor and are not intended to be all-inclusive.

• Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned as needed

Requirements of Work

• Knowledge of materials, methods and practices essential to the construction, maintenance, repair, and operation of flood control structures, storm water pump stations, and drainage ways; and knowledge of principals of civil engineering as they apply to the maintenance and operation of drainage systems.

• Knowledge of occupational hazards and precautions applicable to a maintenance operation.

• Knowledge of methods, tools, equipment, and materials used in reconstruction and maintenance.

• Knowledge of modern methods and techniques of design, construction, maintenance of public improvement projects, and environmental and regulatory compliance.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of professional engineering.

• Ability to quickly develop knowledge of the City's drainage systems and the Wichita Valley Center Flood Control project.

• Ability to quickly develop thorough knowledge of relevant federal and state regulations.

• Ability to effectively plan, organize, and supervise the work of others.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering specifications and drawings, and keep records and make technical reports.

• Ability to use a computer to access, interpret, and record information.

• Ability to recognize needed repairs and to make time and material estimates.

• Ability to develop cost estimates for public improvement projects.

• Ability to lay out and direct the design of construction projects of broad scope.

• Ability to resolve unusual construction complaints.

• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, representatives of other organizations, and the public.

• Ability to lean and reach as needed to read and interpret building plans and specifications from a print that may be as large as 36 by 48 inches with information printed as small as twenty characters per inch; work outdoors when inclement weather conditions are present; tolerate airborne environmental nuisances associated with outdoor sites; traverse uneven, unstable, and sometimes slippery terrain.

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.

• Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas driver's license.

• An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace

Required Experience and Training

• Graduation from a four-year college with a bachelor’s degree in engineering that is accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology required. The specializations of civil, environmental, and stormwater engineering are preferred.
• Two or more years of progressively responsible civil engineering experience and one year of supervisory experience is preferred.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Kansas is preferred.
• Designation as a Certified Floodplain Manager is preferred.
• Valid Driver's License
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.

The City of Wichita is committed to providing a competitive pay and benefits package that helps the City hire and keep good employees. Find out more about what the City offers in the following sections.

City Council Benefits Include:

• Medical Benefits
• Prescription Drug Benefits
• Vision Coverage
• Teladoc Virtual Care
• Healthy Living Programs
• Dental Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Cafeteria Plan (Pre-tax for medical premiums)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Deferred Compensation
• Long-term Care Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays