What are the responsibilities and job description for the City Engineer position at City of Pharr, TX?
General Statement of Duties
This is a highly skilled professional position, which requires the ability to assess, recommend, and implement engineering principles as necessary for Municipal operations and development. The candidate must have knowledge of professional engineering methods and procedures and must be able to execute a wide spectrum of City engineering projects. The City Engineer will oversee all Capital Projects, right of way acquisition, Subdivision Process and Inspections and all Engineering Services among the City Departments and any other duties deemed necessary by the City Manager.
Essential Job Functions
The functions listed below are those that represent most of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.
• Prepares plans, maps, notes, specifications, cost estimates and other engineering documents for utility projects, street construction, municipal structures, and other projects.
• Reviews technical assistance and develops presentations for the Planning and Zoning Board, Pharr Economic Development Board, and the City Commission regarding engineering and related matters.
• Performs special studies and research as requested by the City Manager and makes recommendations on changes and improvements to City plans, ordinances, practices, and procedures.
• Works with other staff and management relating to growth and City improvements required for future expansion and economic development.
• Oversees all engineering design and construction activities involving the city and other agencies.
• Assists City Manager in the selection of architectural and engineering consultants for City projects as required and reviews/makes recommendations of the submittals for compliance with state and local standards and accepted practice.
• Ability to maintain confidential items involving personnel and legal issues for the betterment of the City and Economic Development.
• Perform other duties as required by the City Manager.
• Duties involve working with lightweight materials and/or using force equal to lifting 40 pounds.
Position Qualifications
Competency Statement(s)
• Accountability- Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Accuracy- Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Communication, Oral- Ability to communicate effectively with City Manager, Directors, employees, and other individuals to answer questions, disseminate or explain information and address complaints.
• Communication, Written- Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
• Conflict Resolution- Ability to deal with others in an antagonistic situation.
• Ethical- Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
• Friendly- Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor toward others.
• Management Skills- Ability to organize and direct oneself and effectively supervise others.
• Organized- Possessing the trait of being organized of following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Reliability- The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
• Responsible- Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct.
• Self-Motivated- Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one’s ability using his or her own drive or initiative.
• Attitude- Ability to work and thrive in a highly team-oriented environment.
Skills and Abilities
Must be registered as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas, Registered Professional Land Surveyor, License Preferred. Ability to coordinate, plan, and execute design of major municipal capital improvement projects. Require five years progressively responsible experience as a professional engineer in civil engineering field. Requites a valid Texas Driver’s License (Class C) with satisfactory driving record.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time, exempt position, with a 40-hour work week. Incumbent must have the ability to work flexible hours including holidays, evenings, and weekends, if needed. Participation in City sponsored special events, trainings, or meetings may be required.
AAP/EEO Statement
The City of Pharr is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA) the City of Pharr will provide reasonable accommodations, upon reasonable request, to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
The city focuses on identifying candidates who are customer oriented and committed to public service to create a culture that is committed to diversity.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.