Frederick County (Md) Frederick , MD 21705
Posted 2 weeks ago
JOB INFORMATION
Exempt; full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday
Friday; 7:30 a.m.
4:00 p.m.; full benefits
This professional position serves as project coordinator for review of land development projects in coordination with local, State and Federal government agencies. Direction is given to office support staff and supervision is received from the Engineering Supervisor, Environmental Compliance and the Director of Permits and Inspections.
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TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE:
Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full time benefited Frederick County Government employee.
11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
11 paid scheduled holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County HSA contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D benefit
Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Vesting after 5 years of service
Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
Other employee paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, etc.
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Act as project coordinator for review of land development projects, coordinate with other agencies, track project status, resolve conflicts and otherwise ensure that projects proceed through the review process and remain on schedule
Review land development plans and computations for consistency with Maryland Stormwater regulations in accordance with the Maryland Stormwater Management Act of 2007, Frederick County Stormwater Ordinance 1-15.2 and Frederick County Streets and Roads Design Manual
Perform design review on all County development projects in the areas of storm drainage, hydraulics, stormwater management, sediment and erosion control, site grading and coordination of utilities
Review contract plans and specifications for compliance with governing codes and County specifications and requirements
Review and process Deed of Easements for stormwater management facilities and public/private storm drain infrastructure
Review and manage cost estimates prepared by consultants for work subject to a surety held by the County
Review and process grading, stormwater and public improvement permits in conformance with improvement plan approval
Interact with private developers, engineering consultants, other County agencies and the general public in regard to land development activities, site visits and other related matters
Respond to technical questions and resolve field discrepancies that may arise during construction
Perform other related duties as required
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
ENGINEER II (salary $80,252 - $96,302 per year):
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field
Minimum of 3 years of work experience in land development, which must include:
Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic analysis
Experience in the design and review of open and closed storm drainage systems
Possession of current Engineer in Training certification
Possession of a valid automobile operators licenseENGINEER III (salary $85,869 - $103,042 per year):
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field
Minimum of 5 years of work experience in land development, which must include:
Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic analysis
Experience in the design and review of open and closed storm drainage systems
Possession of current Professional Engineer licensure issued by the State of Maryland (or currently a licensed PE in another state, with the ability to obtain the Maryland license by reciprocity within 1 year of hire)Possession of a valid automobile operators licenseKNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges
Knowledge of the principles and practices of surveying and civil engineering
Working knowledge of engineering software applications, including GIS
Ability to effectively read, interpret and understand land development plans and
specifications
Ability to effectively utilize software for word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications
Familiarity with Maryland Department of the Environment and State Highway Administration standards and specifications
Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills, including the ability to prepare and present clear, concise reports, data and development information to public officials, professional peers, media representatives, citizen groups and others
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, public officials and other government agencies, developers, consultants and the general public
PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:
Land development experience at the municipal government level
Experience with floodplain studies and dam safety analysis
Experience working with Maryland Department of the Environment and Soil Conservation District requirements and review procedures
Experience working with Maryland State Highway Administration standards and
specifications
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:
While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly sit; frequently perform repetitive motions; occasionally walk; and rarely climb, stoop, lift up to 20 pounds, reach and drive
While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly work indoors; rarely work outdoors; walk on uneven ground, work in hot temperatures above 100 degrees, cold temperatures below 32 degrees, work in dirty, dusty and noisy environments; and work near machinery
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / EXAMINATION PROCESS
Ability to provide own transportation to work sites and other locations
Available for occasional evening/weekend hours as needed for meetings, special projects, etc.
KIND OF EXAMINATION (may include):
An evaluation of training and experience
One or more interviews
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