Engineering Technician Supervisor
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About the Department
We're hiring an Engineer Technician Supervisor for the Street Engineering and Construction Division of the Public Works Department. This position performs responsible supervisory and skilled engineering work in planning, investigating, designing, inspecting, administering, operating, and maintaining assigned public works facilities and projects. The position also coordinates construction projects with other agencies and develops contracts for public works projects. Here’s what you can expect to do: Supervise, lead and train technical and administrative staff in sidewalks, street engineering and construction Administer and oversee permitting and licensing process for sidewalk permits Manage and oversee sidewalk complaint program, software, and related processes Administrator and oversee the use of infrastructure and construction software Manage and administer ADA compliance as part of the sidewalk program Administer and oversee ordinance permits and right-of-way permits for the division, along with associated plan reviews, agreements, and construction completion Oversee contract administration, work quality, specification compliance, and contractor performance Manage, update, and enforce construction specifications for all aspects street and utility construction For more information and essential functions, see our job description . Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits , including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time. Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.
We're hiring an Engineer Technician Supervisor for the Street Engineering and Construction Division of the Public Works Department. This position performs responsible supervisory and skilled engineering work in planning, investigating, designing, inspecting, administering, operating, and maintaining assigned public works facilities and projects. The position also coordinates construction projects with other agencies and develops contracts for public works projects.
Here’s what you can expect to do
Supervise, lead and train technical and administrative staff in sidewalks, street engineering and construction
Administer and oversee permitting and licensing process for sidewalk permits
Manage and oversee sidewalk complaint program, software, and related processes
Administrator and oversee the use of infrastructure and construction software
Manage and administer ADA compliance as part of the sidewalk program
Administer and oversee ordinance permits and right-of-way permits for the division, along with associated plan reviews, agreements, and construction completion
Oversee contract administration, work quality, specification compliance, and contractor performance
Manage, update, and enforce construction specifications for all aspects street and utility construction
For more information and essential functions, see our job description .
Position Duties
- Thirty semester credits in courses acceptable toward an undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering as offered by the U of M or equivalent. AND Two years of experience as a PW Technician III or equivalent, performing independent, advanced level field and office engineering technician work such as drafting, inspecting public infrastructure (including sewer or water systems), conducting utility plan review, permitting, construction cost estimating, or supervising survey crews. For positions at the Asphalt plant: Candidates for positions at the asphalt plant may qualify as noted above OR With ten (10) years of experience as a Public Works Supervisor including at least 3 years as a Public Works Supervisor III or equivalent, performing supervision of construction and maintenance of public infrastructure and providing work direction in the field.
- Thirty semester credits in courses acceptable toward an undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering as offered by the U of M or equivalent.
- AND
- Two years of experience as a PW Technician III or equivalent, performing independent, advanced level field and office engineering technician work such as drafting, inspecting public infrastructure (including sewer or water systems), conducting utility plan review, permitting, construction cost estimating, or supervising survey crews.
- For positions at the Asphalt plant:
- Candidates for positions at the asphalt plant may qualify as noted above OR
- With ten (10) years of experience as a Public Works Supervisor including at least 3 years as a Public Works Supervisor III or equivalent, performing supervision of construction and maintenance of public infrastructure and providing work direction in the field.
Minimum Qualifications
- Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date. Upload or submit the following required document via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.) A resume Transcripts (unofficial is acceptable) First time applying online? Read our How to Apply Online Guide . Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627.
- Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.
- Upload or submit the following required document via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.) A resume Transcripts (unofficial is acceptable)
- A resume
- Transcripts (unofficial is acceptable)
- First time applying online? Read our How to Apply Online Guide .
- Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627.
Other Qualifications
- Assessment: Qualifications Rating The Qualifications Rating is an assessment of your completed application, answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire, and your resume. Be as specific and detailed as possible in completing your application and any attachments. You must submit your completed application, supplemental questionnaire and any attachments by the application deadline. GENERAL INFORMATION: Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements. Eligible Lists: Eligible lists are typically created from a pass/fail assessment. Those who pass the assessment will be placed on an eligible list for approximately six months. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list. Final Selection Process: You must receive a score of 75% or higher to pass the assessment and be considered for the position. Those who pass will be placed on an eligible list and all will be notified of their status. A Hiring Manager will consider those applicants eligible for hire. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method. Pre-Employment Screening: Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer. Human Resources Contact Information: Ellen Friedman at 651-266-6533 Email: [email protected] The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history. Veteran’s Preference : If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran’s preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application. Click here for more information. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Assessment: Qualifications Rating
- The Qualifications Rating is an assessment of your completed application, answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire, and your resume. Be as specific and detailed as possible in completing your application and any attachments. You must submit your completed application, supplemental questionnaire and any attachments by the application deadline.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.
Final Selection Process: You must receive a score of 75% or higher to pass the assessment and be considered for the position. Those who pass will be placed on an eligible list and all will be notified of their status. A Hiring Manager will consider those applicants eligible for hire. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.
Benefits
- The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits. Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits may include: City Paid Benefits Health Insurance Vacation/Holidays Sick Leave Life Insurance Subsidized Metro Bus Pass Deferred Compensation Retirement Program Optional Benefits Dental Flexible Spending Accounts Disability Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Long Term Care Insurance For a detailed overview, visit General Benefits .
- Health Insurance Vacation/Holidays Sick Leave Life Insurance Subsidized Metro Bus Pass Deferred Compensation Retirement Program
- Vacation/Holidays Sick Leave Life Insurance Subsidized Metro Bus Pass Deferred Compensation Retirement Program
- Sick Leave Life Insurance Subsidized Metro Bus Pass Deferred Compensation Retirement Program
- Life Insurance Subsidized Metro Bus Pass Deferred Compensation Retirement Program
- Subsidized Metro Bus Pass Deferred Compensation Retirement Program
- Deferred Compensation Retirement Program
- Retirement Program
- Dental Flexible Spending Accounts Disability Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Long Term Care Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts Disability Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Long Term Care Insurance
- Disability Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Long Term Care Insurance
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Long Term Care Insurance
- Long Term Care Insurance
Supplemental Questions
Yes
Thirty semester credits towards an undergraduate in Civil Engineering and two years of experience as a Public Works Technician III
Ten years of experience as a Public Works Supervisor including at least 3 years as a Public Works Supervisor III
None of the above
Managing, updating and enforcing construction specifications
Contract administration, work quality, and contractor performance monitoring experience
ADA compliance experience as part of construction or sidewalk construction work
Permitting or licensing experience with sidewalk, ordinance and/or right-of-ways construction
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