What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Engineer position at City of Milwaukee?
The Civil Engineer assists in the coordination and completion of various types of permits for private use and occupancy of the public right-of-way.
Eligible candidates who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the highest-level eligible list for which they qualify.
Essential Functions
Permit Coordination and Review
- Review permits for work in and occupancy of the public right-of-way for utilities, developers, and the general public.
- Review permits for outdoor dining facilities and coordinate with the Licensing Division for outdoor dining licenses.
- Collaborate with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator to ensure permit compliance with accessibility rules and guidelines.
- Assist other Department of Public Works (DPW) sections to coordinate and compile commentary for right-of-way permit reviews.
- Assist senior engineers with plan reviews for small cell installations, Board of Zoning Appeals reviews, and special privilege applications.
Field Work and Administrative
- Respond to telephone and e-mail inquiries.
- Field verification of right-of-way permit, outdoor dining, and special privilege applications.
- Assist senior engineers with responding to orders from the Office of the Commissioner of Railroads and coordinate field work.
We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.
Conditions of Employment
Required pre-employment tests include the following:
- Physical Exam
- Vision Exam
- Audio-Gram
- Drug Screen
Minimum Requirements
Both Civil Engineer I & Civil Engineer II levels:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from a school of engineering whose program is accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) or verified equivalency.
- Valid driver’s license at time of appointment and throughout employment.
Civil Engineer II
- One year of full-time professional civil engineering experience performing functions related to the essential functions.
NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts to your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates’ education as part of the background screening process prior to extending any job offers. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements, but who did not graduate from an ABET-accredited school, must provide proof of degree equivalency at the time of the departmental interview.
Desirable Qualifications
- Experience in construction, inspection, or surveying.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics
Technical
- Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology.
- Ability to prepare and comprehend road and utility plans and specifications.
- Knowledge of job-related mathematics such as arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and the ability to make accurate calculations.
- Skill in the use of computer software, such as Microsoft Office, Accela, Fox-It, and Microstation.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and technical materials.
Communication and Interpersonal
- Verbal communication skills to positively represent the department in multiple formats.
- Written communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports that are free of grammatical and punctuation errors.
- Skill in providing customer service to internal and external customers and elected officials.
- Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary staff, the public, various City of Milwaukee officials, and other agencies.
- Ability to work courteously, cooperatively, and effectively with people whose backgrounds may differ from one’s own.
Judgment and Responsibility
- Listening and problem-solving skills to gather information and make informed decisions.
- Ability to analyze and evaluate information to solve problems.
- Attention to detail to ensure accurate documentation.
- Professionalism, honesty, integrity, and the ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of this role.
- Ability to efficiently plan and coordinate work.
Current Salary
Civil Engineer I
- The current salary range (Pay Range 2JN) is $74,027-$92,612 annually, and the resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residents is $76,248-$95,390. Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject to approval.
Civil Engineer II
- The current salary range (Pay Range 2KN) is $79,209-$98,704 annually and the resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residents is $81,586-$101,665. Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject to approval.
- In accordance with the City of Milwaukee Salary Ordinance, an employee with a Professional Engineer License will be paid an additional 3%.
Salary : $74,027 - $101,665
