• Job Type:    Full Time
• FLSA Status:    Exempt

Summary:  Under supervision of the Community Development Director, performs professional level engineering review work for the Town inclusive of development review, developing and reviewing engineering standards, performing construction inspections, and participating in floodplain and stormwater management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  The below list is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of the position and not all encompassing.  The Town may change these duties at any time.

• Performs review of private development plans including water, sewer, storm water drainage, non-potable irrigation, and roadways; provision for dry utilities; reviews drawings and specifications for public improvements for conformance with generally accepted engineering standards and Town Code requirements. Reviews engineering reports, development plans and submittals.  Participates in development review meetings. Collaborates with many community departments and external stakeholders.
• Participates in development construction inspections and coordinates with applicable community departments and external stakeholders to ensure the construction project and outcomes are consistent with approved plans.  Provides oversight to construction inspectors.
• Participates in the Town’s Stormwater Management (MS4) program including engagement and educational opportunities, inspections, reporting, issuance of compliance notices, and the preparation of an annual report to the State of Colorado.  May oversee the work of third-party consultants or bring the work internal to the division.
• Collaborates in the preparation of Development Agreements inclusive of reviewing budgets and exhibits prepared by developers, coordination with developers on delivery of budgets and exhibits, for example. 
• Prepares and presents findings regarding proposed development to the planning commission and town board of trustees.  Independent of land use matters, prepares and presents agenda items to the planning commission and the town board of trustees. Prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
• May coordinate the design and construction of capital improvement projects, as needed. Prepares and reviews cost estimates for public projects and manages project budgets in conjunction with assigned projects. 
• May acts as Floodplain Administrator, depending on qualifications.
• Participate on a variety of boards and commissions; attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of community and regional engineering. Collaborate with neighboring communities and Counties regarding regional issues.
• Perform all other duties as may be assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:  To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  

• Demonstrated knowledge of civil engineering principles
• Knowledge of personal computers and CAD applications
• Read, analyze, and apply scientific and technical journals, and legal documents
• Understand and communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Work collaboratively and positively with town staff, the development community, and the public
• Keep accurate records; work independently
• An individual should have a working knowledge of typical office software systems

Education/Experience and Licenses:  Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential job duties may be considered.  A typical way to demonstrate this ability would be:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE)
• Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire 
• Three years of related experience in an organization of similar size and complexity 
• Valid Colorado Driver’s License

Work Environment:  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment is both in the office and outdoors. Occasionally extreme cold, heat or humidity.  Loud noise, dust, fumes, and other environmental hazards may be present. 

Physical Demands:  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Frequently climbing stairs, repetitive motions, sitting, standing, walking and stooping. Occasionally carrying or lifting up to 50lbs, kneeling, pushing, grasping and pulling.

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