Senior Engineering Inspector

TARGET CLOSE DATE

12/31/2024

Note: This job posting may close before, or be extended beyond, the listed Target Close Date based on the employment needs of the Merit System.

Grade 20

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Senior Engineering Inspectors working within the Merit System are responsible for reviewing construction plans to prepare for on-site inspections performed on construction and maintenance projects on public infrastructure (e.g., roads, bridges, sewer lines, etc.). They oversee the inspections of construction and maintenance work on public infrastructure facilities which may include drainage structures, sanitary sewers, roads, bridges, subdivisions, and utilities using accepted civil engineering practices, national, state, and local engineering codes, standards, or regulations. Individuals in this job class supervise Engineering Inspectors, providing them with inspection assignments and professional guidance related to professional standards and procedures. They address problems and complaints of private contractors, public officials, and general public and when able, provide solutions to issues. They work under the direction of a supervisor and is reviewed for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to policies and procedures.

TYPICAL JOB DUTIES:

• Communicates with various entities (e.g., the public, other departments, contractors) in order to inform them of the nature of construction projects and existing utility issues.

• Inspects construction and maintenance work on public infrastructure facilities which may include drainage structures, sanitary sewers, roads, bridges, subdivisions, and utilities using accepted civil engineering practices, national, state, and local engineering codes, standards, or regulations to ensure that projects are completed according to job specifications.

• Inspects existing bridges, sewers, and culverts for compliance with federal standards and specifications in order to comply with federal, state, and local safety requirements.

• Oversees contractors' work on public infrastructure projects (e.g., subdivisions, sewer lines, bridges, roads, etc.) by monitoring the progress of work, approving payment to contractors and ensuring the appropriate quality and quantity of materials (e.g., steel, concrete, asphalt, soil, etc.) are used or removed in order to ensure projects are completed according to specifications.

• Performs trigonometric, geometric, and algebraic calculations using a calculator and proper equations to complete construction and maintenance assignments.

• Examines and reviews plans of assigned projects in order to prepare for on-site inspections during construction and maintenance projects on public infrastructure (e.g., roads, bridges, sewer lines, etc.) or to assign projects to Engineering Inspectors.

• Supervises staff by assigning and distributing work, directing staff in their job duties, monitoring progress of work, providing feedback and/or training.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The following Minimum Qualifications are required for this job. You must demonstrate possession of these qualifications by providing a detailed description of your related experience in the work history section of your application. Please note that replicating or restating these minimum qualifications or the information from the Personnel Board's job description as your own work experience will result in your disqualification. Please describe your work experience in your own words to represent the work you have performed that is related to the minimum qualifications for this job.

• Driver's license.

• Experience involving civil engineering inspection on public infrastructure projects including but not limited to areas such as inspecting sewer lines, streets, bridges, utility installation, performing field tests on construction materials or surveying.

• Experience using computer software like Excel, Word, and Outlook on the job.

• Experience calculating quantities of construction materials in the field, and preparing estimates for construction projects.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working as an Engineering Inspector within the Jefferson County Merit System.

• Supervisory experience.

COMPETENCIES:

• Adaptability & Flexibility.

• Leadership & Management.

• Learning & Memory.

• Mathematical & Statistical Skills.

• Oral Communication & Comprehension.

• Planning & Organizing.

• Problem Solving & Decision Making.

• Professionalism & Integrity.

• Reviewing, Inspecting & Auditing.

• Sensory Abilities.

• Teamwork & Interpersonal.

• Technical & Job-Specific Knowledge.

• Technical Skills.

• Written Communication & Comprehension.

CRITICAL KNOWLEDGES:

• Knowledge of asphalt properties and construction applications.

• Knowledge of basic engineering and construction methods and terminology.

• Knowledge of bridge components (e.g. jersey barriers, decks. railings, abutments, footings, etc.) and their use in bridge maintenance and construction.

• Knowledge of engineering regulations in manuals such as the State specifications book, Standard Drawing book, Materials book, or other jurisdiction regulations.

• Knowledge of field inspection procedures and techniques.

• Knowledge of how cuts and fills are used in a construction project.

• Knowledge of terminology, methods and practices of engineering drafting.

• Knowledge of the appropriate uses and functions of heavy or construction equipment (e.g., what type of equipment can be used where).

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is primarily performed at outdoor worksites such as roadways, water treatment facilities, and construction sites.

• Work also involves the use of a variety of equipment related to inspecting construction sites including, but not limited to, computer, calculator, measuring devices, levels, etc.

• Job may require exposure to potentially hazardous work conditions (e.g., working in and around traffic, construction zones, heavy equipment). Job may also require exposure to inclement weather when working outdoors (e.g., extreme heat, cold, rain, snow, wind, etc.).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Job involves physical exertion required for sustained periods of light physical activity such as walking or standing.

• May involve occasional lifting of items or objects weighing up to 50 lbs.

DISCLAIMER: This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required to do the job and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.

SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS

Persons requiring special conditions to accommodate a disability when completing the application should contact the Personnel Board at 205-279-3500, Option 1, prior to the target close date.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Personnel Board of Jefferson County (Personnel Board) provides a public personnel system based on merit principles. The Personnel Board strives for the constant improvement of the public service by employing and developing the best-qualified persons available. The Personnel Board provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, creed, religion, political beliefs, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or genetics.

Employment decisions are made by the Merit System agency where the position exists. Each Merit System agency administers its own equal employment opportunity programs in compliance with applicable state and/or federal laws and regulations.

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