What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Engineer II position at City of Fort Collins?
POSITION TITLE: Civil Engineer II (Full-Time Regular) (Classified)
REQUISITION #: req8672
DEPARTMENT: Park Planning and Development
LOCATION: 215 OFFICE BLDG
BENEFIT CATEGORY: Classified (Non-CBU) Classified Employee Benefit Highlights
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time Regular
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
ANNUAL SALARY RANGE: $76,745.00 - 127,908.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)
ANNUAL ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $88,000.00 - 104,000.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)
SELECTION PROCESS: Application deadline is 11:59 p.m. MT on 11/11/2026 . At the City, we are focused on finding the strongest candidate for the role, and we recognize that excellence can come from a wide variety of experiences and paths. When reviewing applications, we consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and lived experiences that align with the minimum qualifications. If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to view your background broadly and highlight the skills and experiences that best prepare you for the role.
The City of Fort Collins is a bias-conscious employer. We ask that you please avoid the use of photos when submitting a resume and/or an application for employment. You will receive an email acknowledgment when you have successfully submitted an application. Your completed application will be forwarded to the hiring manager. You will be notified if you are selected for further testing or interviews. Please keep your contact information up-to-date. The status of your application will be updated in your applicant profile.
Post-Offer Requirements
Why Work For the City of Fort Collins?
Job Summary
Are you a professional engineer with a broad range of experience interested in supporting the planning, design, and improvements to parks and trails throughout our community from concept through construction to ensure lasting value? As a Civil Engineer II, you'll be part of a team of professionals within Park Planning & Development that plan, design and oversee the construction of our community’s beloved parks and trails infrastructure. Along with this team, you will be responsible for delivering on the City’s vision as outlined in the 2021 ReCreate Parks & Recreation Master Plan, 2022 Infrastructure Replacement Program plan, and the 2025 Strategic Trails Plan, helping to ensure the longevity of infrastructure within our community.
In this role, you’ll contribute to various aspects of park and trail design that may include site grading and stormwater design, floodplain and floodway modeling, trail alignment and horizontal control plans, project and construction management, and opportunities for design and implementation of green infrastructure. You will have the opportunity to work closely with several Licensed Landscape Architects and technical project managers on the team. With each project, you will have opportunities to build relationships and collaborate with both internal and external partners.
Applicants with 5 years of wide-ranging experience in the field including all aspects and phases of site planning, design, and construction are highly preferred as well as a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university. Applicants with a current PE registration in Colorado or ability to get reciprocity in Colorado as well as supplemental degrees in construction management will be given high consideration. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Microsoft planner, Microsoft Suite, and familiarity with ArcGIS, and Adobe Suite are highly beneficial to be successful in this role.
Working on the Park Planning & Development team offers rewarding opportunities to significantly and positively impact the lives of the residents in this community who we serve. If you are a creative problem-solver, highly organized, self-motivated, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a passion for co-creating outdoor public spaces we encourage you to apply. Join us to make a lasting impact on the parks and trails that enrich our city.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Management Responsibilities: Yes
City Competencies
Education: College degree or equivalent work experience. Some positions may require functionally related certifications or advanced degrees.
Description: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field of study from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Three or more years of applied experience
Required Certifications/Licenses/Specialized Training
Valid driver's license. Engineer in Training License may be required. Registration in national or state engineering organizations is desirable.
The City of Fort Collins will make reasonable accommodations for access to City services, programs and activities and will make special communication arrangements for persons with disabilities. Please call (970) 221-6535 for assistance.
Notice Regarding Medical and/or Recreational Marijuana Use
Because the possession and use of marijuana, whether for medical use or otherwise, constitutes a federal offense and because the City is a drug free workplace, the City will not accommodate the medical use of marijuana and enforces written policy prohibiting working for the City while marijuana is in the body. The fact that state law recognizes medical marijuana as a prescribed, or otherwise permitted, medication does not alter or otherwise change this policy.
The City is committed to equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. Employment decisions will comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment. The City does not tolerate behavior that results in the terms and conditions of employment being adversely impacted based on an employee’s protected status, or any behavior that violates this policy.
Consistent with the City’s respect for the rights and dignity of each employee, the City is committed to providing a work environment that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment. The City prohibits discrimination or harassment based on protected characteristics, including race, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation (including perceived sexual orientation), gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, age 40 years or older, pregnancy or related condition, military, veteran status or uniformed service member status, genetic information, marital status or any other status protected under federal, state or local law.
The City is committed to providing a healthy and safe work environment. In addition to the City’s commitment to equal opportunity employment, the City strictly prohibits discrimination or retaliation against an employee who raises any reasonable concern about workplace violations of government health or safety rules or a significant threat to the health or safety of City employees or the public, if the City controls the workplace conditions giving rise to the threat or violation.
Note: Some information in your application may be public information under the Colorado Open Records Act.
REQUISITION #: req8672
DEPARTMENT: Park Planning and Development
LOCATION: 215 OFFICE BLDG
BENEFIT CATEGORY: Classified (Non-CBU) Classified Employee Benefit Highlights
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time Regular
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
ANNUAL SALARY RANGE: $76,745.00 - 127,908.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)
ANNUAL ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $88,000.00 - 104,000.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)
SELECTION PROCESS: Application deadline is 11:59 p.m. MT on 11/11/2026 . At the City, we are focused on finding the strongest candidate for the role, and we recognize that excellence can come from a wide variety of experiences and paths. When reviewing applications, we consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and lived experiences that align with the minimum qualifications. If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to view your background broadly and highlight the skills and experiences that best prepare you for the role.
The City of Fort Collins is a bias-conscious employer. We ask that you please avoid the use of photos when submitting a resume and/or an application for employment. You will receive an email acknowledgment when you have successfully submitted an application. Your completed application will be forwarded to the hiring manager. You will be notified if you are selected for further testing or interviews. Please keep your contact information up-to-date. The status of your application will be updated in your applicant profile.
Post-Offer Requirements
- Background check (Background checks are considered in relation to the responsibilities and requirements of the position)
Why Work For the City of Fort Collins?
- Medical, dental, vision (for self, spouse, domestic partner, children) – eligible on the 1st of the month following date of hire
- Paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional one-time bank of 40 PTO hours for new, full-time, Classified and Unclassified Management hires
- Retirement company contributions – after 6 month probation period and immediate vesting
- Flexible spending: Medical expenses FSA, dependent FSA or both
- Employee Assistance Program: counseling, legal, financial assistance
- Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
- Wellness program, workout facilities
- Employee/family onsite health clinic
- Learning and development opportunities at all levels in the organization with opportunities for career mobility
- Collaborative work environment
Job Summary
Are you a professional engineer with a broad range of experience interested in supporting the planning, design, and improvements to parks and trails throughout our community from concept through construction to ensure lasting value? As a Civil Engineer II, you'll be part of a team of professionals within Park Planning & Development that plan, design and oversee the construction of our community’s beloved parks and trails infrastructure. Along with this team, you will be responsible for delivering on the City’s vision as outlined in the 2021 ReCreate Parks & Recreation Master Plan, 2022 Infrastructure Replacement Program plan, and the 2025 Strategic Trails Plan, helping to ensure the longevity of infrastructure within our community.
In this role, you’ll contribute to various aspects of park and trail design that may include site grading and stormwater design, floodplain and floodway modeling, trail alignment and horizontal control plans, project and construction management, and opportunities for design and implementation of green infrastructure. You will have the opportunity to work closely with several Licensed Landscape Architects and technical project managers on the team. With each project, you will have opportunities to build relationships and collaborate with both internal and external partners.
Applicants with 5 years of wide-ranging experience in the field including all aspects and phases of site planning, design, and construction are highly preferred as well as a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university. Applicants with a current PE registration in Colorado or ability to get reciprocity in Colorado as well as supplemental degrees in construction management will be given high consideration. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Microsoft planner, Microsoft Suite, and familiarity with ArcGIS, and Adobe Suite are highly beneficial to be successful in this role.
Working on the Park Planning & Development team offers rewarding opportunities to significantly and positively impact the lives of the residents in this community who we serve. If you are a creative problem-solver, highly organized, self-motivated, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a passion for co-creating outdoor public spaces we encourage you to apply. Join us to make a lasting impact on the parks and trails that enrich our city.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Compiles and analyzes reports, records, and other data to plan, design, and/or evaluate projects or programs. Interprets standards and City policy.
- Prepares or directs preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, construction, schedules, environmental impact studies, and/or designs for projects or programs.
- Calculates cost and determines feasibility of project based on analysis of collected data.
- Manages and administers a variety of engineering projects and the City's infrastructure systems, either performed by City and/or consultants/contractors.
- Contributes to the design, operation and maintenance of all field equipment, and related hardware and software.
- Review or coordinate review of plans and designs for project for compliance with engineering principles and City regulations; may prepare recommendations for approval or denial.
- Contributes to the administration of contracts with consultants and/or contractors working on City projects; may authorize project related payments.
- May issue permits and calculate fees due.
- Monitors job site progress and ensures conformance to engineering plans, specifications, and construction and safety standards.
- May direct construction and maintenance activities at project sites.
- Serves as a technical information resource for the public, consultants and developers, City boards and departments, and City Council regarding specific projects or general engineering questions; may prepare presentations and written materials.
- Participates in staff, project review, and policy meetings, and coordinates with other departments or agencies to facilitate project implementation and compliance to standards.
- Utilize computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents and models.
- Contributes to the preparation of budget and/or monitors budget and prepares bid packages.
- Assist in the development or revision of policies, procedures, or standards.
Management Responsibilities: Yes
City Competencies
- Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds.
- Strong learning orientation. Leverages all resources and is creative in ways of learning for self to continue adapting to changing issues and trends.
- A desire and ability to understand the diverse needs of internal and external customers, and to create experiences and deliver services that exceed their expectations.
- A desire and ability to utilize digital tools for organizational information, individual, and teamwork.
- Knowledge of engineering practices and principles.
- Knowledge of applicable city, county and federal codes, laws and standards.
- Ability to use engineering, computer-aided design, spreadsheet, word processing and statistical software.
- Affinity for math and physics in order to solve moderately difficult engineering problems.
- Ability to perform basic statistical analysis.
- Understanding of Geographic Information System software and general computer modeling programs.
- Good verbal and written communication skills, and technical writing skills.
- Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts.
- Ability to demonstrate critical thinking, and analytical thought process.
- Ability to track or monitor a budget.
- Technical writing skills.
- Project management and construction management skills.
- Conflict resolution skills.
Education: College degree or equivalent work experience. Some positions may require functionally related certifications or advanced degrees.
Description: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field of study from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Three or more years of applied experience
Required Certifications/Licenses/Specialized Training
Valid driver's license. Engineer in Training License may be required. Registration in national or state engineering organizations is desirable.
The City of Fort Collins will make reasonable accommodations for access to City services, programs and activities and will make special communication arrangements for persons with disabilities. Please call (970) 221-6535 for assistance.
Notice Regarding Medical and/or Recreational Marijuana Use
Because the possession and use of marijuana, whether for medical use or otherwise, constitutes a federal offense and because the City is a drug free workplace, the City will not accommodate the medical use of marijuana and enforces written policy prohibiting working for the City while marijuana is in the body. The fact that state law recognizes medical marijuana as a prescribed, or otherwise permitted, medication does not alter or otherwise change this policy.
The City is committed to equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. Employment decisions will comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment. The City does not tolerate behavior that results in the terms and conditions of employment being adversely impacted based on an employee’s protected status, or any behavior that violates this policy.
Consistent with the City’s respect for the rights and dignity of each employee, the City is committed to providing a work environment that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment. The City prohibits discrimination or harassment based on protected characteristics, including race, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation (including perceived sexual orientation), gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, age 40 years or older, pregnancy or related condition, military, veteran status or uniformed service member status, genetic information, marital status or any other status protected under federal, state or local law.
The City is committed to providing a healthy and safe work environment. In addition to the City’s commitment to equal opportunity employment, the City strictly prohibits discrimination or retaliation against an employee who raises any reasonable concern about workplace violations of government health or safety rules or a significant threat to the health or safety of City employees or the public, if the City controls the workplace conditions giving rise to the threat or violation.
Note: Some information in your application may be public information under the Colorado Open Records Act.
Salary : $76,745 - $127,908