Assistant County Engineer
Apply NowCompany: Sherburne County, MN
Location: Elk River, MN 55330
Description:
Salary: $90,270.00 - $126,548.00 Annually
Location : Elk River 55330-1692, MN
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2025-01670
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 03/06/2025
Closing Date: 3/30/2025 11:59 PM Central
Job Summary
Provides professional-level engineering assistance and support to the Public Works Department in the areas of planning, project design and construction, traffic engineering and development and execution of county policy and programs relating to county highways and bridges.
This position is located on-site at the Government Center in Elk River, MN, however will also require occasional work in the field. Our regular business hours are Monday-Friday 8:00am -4:30pm, though the department provides staff with flexibility in effort to strive for a desired work/life balance. Sherburne County is one of the fastest growing counties in Minnesota, where you can find a nice blend of suburban and rural life. If you are interested in bringing your skill and talent to a dynamic department in a growing community, we encourage you to apply for this great opportunity.
Learn more about Sherburne County, our Public Works Department and benefit opportunities!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Plans, develops, coordinates, and directs engineering staff in the preliminary and detailed design of federal, state and local county highway improvements. Coordinate the preparation of reports, letters or other documents concerning the design or pending construction of highway improvement projects. Coordinate projects with the Minnesota Department of Transportation (Mn/DOT), Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Army Corps of Engineers, State Historical Society, Cities, Townships and other affected governmental units. Evaluate progress of staff and the results obtained and recommend changes to achieve overall design and project goals. Review design and right-of-way conflicts with Right-of-Way Agent. Establish design priorities based on public input, County Board input, and current design and construction practices. Review design data, specifications, estimates and final plans for submittal to County Engineer and appropriate State review agencies.
Manage the County's bridge inspection program. Manage field inspection procedures and field bridge inspection reports; review bridges in field with bridge inspection personnel to determine specific rating or maintenance problems; investigate bridge maintenance problems and determine repair options; compute or check new postings calculations; prepare letters and reports to local and state officials concerning the condition of specific structures.
Prepare funding agreements for improvement projects that involve other government units; research and prepare federal and state applications for funding.
Coordinate the preparation of material for presentations concerning future or pending construction projects and conduct public meetings.
Supervise engineering staff including assignments, work direction, scheduling, training, mentoring, hiring and termination recommendations, performance evaluation and performance improvement plans, and discipline.
Review construction projects with inspectors to resolve design or construction problems with contractors, utilities or property owners; prepare change orders, supplemental agreements and other contract documents; review reports or correspondence for impact on construction projects and the contract specifications; prepare and conduct preconstruction conferences for County and County State aid projects; review partial payment information for accuracy and completeness; review construction and documentation procedures to insure contract compliance; inform County Engineer of major construction problems or conflicts which involve failing materials or major contract compliance problems; and investigate construction compliance problems and determine action to take.
Coordinate and implement special projects.
Prepare and report all CSAH needs to MnDOT State Aid.
Develop and maintain the five-year capital improvement program and assist with the development of the annual budget for the engineering department.
Develop, implement, and maintain a County wide pavement management system. Gather data on existing system; research pavement management procedures; develop a system for prioritizing maintenance and construction projects; coordinate the development of computer software programs to organize, sort, analyze and retrieve data; coordinate consultant testing of County roadways; and recommend projects for County's five-year improvement plan.
Attend training and education to maintain professional competence and keep abreast of new developments, trends, and technology in the engineering/public works field.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field; AND
Three years relevant work experience in project management, highway design, or highway construction; OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered such as:
Associates Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field; AND
Seven years relevant work experience in project management, highway design, or bridge safety inspection.
Valid Minnesota Driver's License.
Ability to secure the follow necessary MnDOT design, construction, erosion control and bridge safety inspection certifications upon hire.
Supplemental Information
First round of interviews are scheduled for the week of April 7.
- Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted via email in which they completed their application with.
Sherburne County offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:Annual Paid Time Off accrual of 21 days to start, increasing up to a maximum of 33 days per year. 12 paid holidays Paid Parental Leave On-Site Well@Work Clinic available to Sherburne County Employees and Dependents covered under our plan. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Public Employees Retirement (PERA): Part-Time employees working less than 30 hours per week, Seasonal, Temporary and Interns are not eligible for benefits.
01
Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education?
02
Which of the following best describes your years of relevant work experience such as project management, highway design, or highway construction? (experience must be reflected in your work history section of the application to receive credit)
03
Briefly describe your relevant work experience as indicated in the question above, including the name of employer and job title in which work experience was acquired. If no experience, type "n/a".
04
Which of the following best describes your experience in bridge inspections?
05
Which of the following best describes your experience in budget management such as preparing funding agreements, researching and preparing federal applications for funding or similar experience?
06
Which of the following best describes your years of supervisory experience?
07
Briefly describe your supervisory experience as indicated in the question above, including the name of employer and job title in which work experience was acquired. If no experience, type "n/a".
08
This position requires a valid Minnesota Driver's License. Do you currently have a valid MN Driver's License?
09
Veterans' Preference: Veterans preference points are awarded to qualified veterans and spouses of deceased or disabled veterans and are added to the exam results. Points are awarded subject to the provisions of Minnesota Statutes 197.455. YOU MUST SUPPLY A COPY OF YOUR DD214 (Member Copy 4). Disabled veterans must also supply a Summary of Benefits Letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs or an equivalent letter from a service retirement board. Spouses applying for preference points must supply their marriage certificate, the veteran's DD214, and Summary of Benefits Letter from USDVAFL or death certificate. All required documentation must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. on the posted closing date. Are you applying for veteran's preference points?
10
I affirm that the information provided is accurate and true to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification may disqualify me for consideration for this and subsequent recruitments with Sherburne County for up to three years.
11
If, during or after your interview, Sherburne County determines that you have been convicted of a misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor or felony for which a jail sentence was or could have been imposed, you may be disqualified from this position by operation of law or county policy. I have read and understand this statement.
Required Question
Location : Elk River 55330-1692, MN
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2025-01670
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 03/06/2025
Closing Date: 3/30/2025 11:59 PM Central
Job Summary
Provides professional-level engineering assistance and support to the Public Works Department in the areas of planning, project design and construction, traffic engineering and development and execution of county policy and programs relating to county highways and bridges.
This position is located on-site at the Government Center in Elk River, MN, however will also require occasional work in the field. Our regular business hours are Monday-Friday 8:00am -4:30pm, though the department provides staff with flexibility in effort to strive for a desired work/life balance. Sherburne County is one of the fastest growing counties in Minnesota, where you can find a nice blend of suburban and rural life. If you are interested in bringing your skill and talent to a dynamic department in a growing community, we encourage you to apply for this great opportunity.
Learn more about Sherburne County, our Public Works Department and benefit opportunities!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Plans, develops, coordinates, and directs engineering staff in the preliminary and detailed design of federal, state and local county highway improvements. Coordinate the preparation of reports, letters or other documents concerning the design or pending construction of highway improvement projects. Coordinate projects with the Minnesota Department of Transportation (Mn/DOT), Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Army Corps of Engineers, State Historical Society, Cities, Townships and other affected governmental units. Evaluate progress of staff and the results obtained and recommend changes to achieve overall design and project goals. Review design and right-of-way conflicts with Right-of-Way Agent. Establish design priorities based on public input, County Board input, and current design and construction practices. Review design data, specifications, estimates and final plans for submittal to County Engineer and appropriate State review agencies.
Manage the County's bridge inspection program. Manage field inspection procedures and field bridge inspection reports; review bridges in field with bridge inspection personnel to determine specific rating or maintenance problems; investigate bridge maintenance problems and determine repair options; compute or check new postings calculations; prepare letters and reports to local and state officials concerning the condition of specific structures.
Prepare funding agreements for improvement projects that involve other government units; research and prepare federal and state applications for funding.
Coordinate the preparation of material for presentations concerning future or pending construction projects and conduct public meetings.
Supervise engineering staff including assignments, work direction, scheduling, training, mentoring, hiring and termination recommendations, performance evaluation and performance improvement plans, and discipline.
Review construction projects with inspectors to resolve design or construction problems with contractors, utilities or property owners; prepare change orders, supplemental agreements and other contract documents; review reports or correspondence for impact on construction projects and the contract specifications; prepare and conduct preconstruction conferences for County and County State aid projects; review partial payment information for accuracy and completeness; review construction and documentation procedures to insure contract compliance; inform County Engineer of major construction problems or conflicts which involve failing materials or major contract compliance problems; and investigate construction compliance problems and determine action to take.
Coordinate and implement special projects.
Prepare and report all CSAH needs to MnDOT State Aid.
Develop and maintain the five-year capital improvement program and assist with the development of the annual budget for the engineering department.
Develop, implement, and maintain a County wide pavement management system. Gather data on existing system; research pavement management procedures; develop a system for prioritizing maintenance and construction projects; coordinate the development of computer software programs to organize, sort, analyze and retrieve data; coordinate consultant testing of County roadways; and recommend projects for County's five-year improvement plan.
Attend training and education to maintain professional competence and keep abreast of new developments, trends, and technology in the engineering/public works field.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field; AND
Three years relevant work experience in project management, highway design, or highway construction; OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered such as:
Associates Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field; AND
Seven years relevant work experience in project management, highway design, or bridge safety inspection.
Valid Minnesota Driver's License.
Ability to secure the follow necessary MnDOT design, construction, erosion control and bridge safety inspection certifications upon hire.
Supplemental Information
First round of interviews are scheduled for the week of April 7.
- Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted via email in which they completed their application with.
Sherburne County offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical (employee, employee + spouse, employee + child(ren), or family coverage). Monthly premiums for Employee only coverage are covered 100% by the county.
- County Contributions to VEBA and HSA plans
- Employer paid $25,000 Term Life Policy
- Optional Benefits:
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Additional Supplemental Life Insurance for self, spouse and child(ren)
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care Reimbursement and/or Dependent Care Reimbursement Account)
- Accident Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Hospital Care Insurance
- Deferred Compensation Plan
01
Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education?
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associates Degree or Two-Years Post Secondary Education
- None of the Above
02
Which of the following best describes your years of relevant work experience such as project management, highway design, or highway construction? (experience must be reflected in your work history section of the application to receive credit)
- 7 or more years
- More than 5, but less than 7 years
- More than 3 years, but less than 5 years
- More than 1 year, but less than 3 years
- Less than 1 year
- No experience
03
Briefly describe your relevant work experience as indicated in the question above, including the name of employer and job title in which work experience was acquired. If no experience, type "n/a".
04
Which of the following best describes your experience in bridge inspections?
- More than 5 years
- More than 3 years, but less than 5 years
- More than 1 year, but less than 3 years
- Less than 1 year
- No Experience
05
Which of the following best describes your experience in budget management such as preparing funding agreements, researching and preparing federal applications for funding or similar experience?
- 5 years or more
- More than 3, but less than 5 years
- More than 1 year, but less than 3 years
- Less than 1 year
- No Experience
06
Which of the following best describes your years of supervisory experience?
- 5 years or more
- More than 3, but less than 5 years
- More than 1, but less than 3 years
- Less than 1 year
- No Experience
07
Briefly describe your supervisory experience as indicated in the question above, including the name of employer and job title in which work experience was acquired. If no experience, type "n/a".
08
This position requires a valid Minnesota Driver's License. Do you currently have a valid MN Driver's License?
- Yes
- No
- No, but I believe I will be eligible to acquire a valid MN Driver's License
09
Veterans' Preference: Veterans preference points are awarded to qualified veterans and spouses of deceased or disabled veterans and are added to the exam results. Points are awarded subject to the provisions of Minnesota Statutes 197.455. YOU MUST SUPPLY A COPY OF YOUR DD214 (Member Copy 4). Disabled veterans must also supply a Summary of Benefits Letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs or an equivalent letter from a service retirement board. Spouses applying for preference points must supply their marriage certificate, the veteran's DD214, and Summary of Benefits Letter from USDVAFL or death certificate. All required documentation must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. on the posted closing date. Are you applying for veteran's preference points?
- NO
- YES - veteran who served on active duty 181 or more consecutive days and received an honorable discharge - see MN Stat 197.447
- YES - veteran who served on active duty 181 or more consecutive days and received an honorable discharge and has a service connected disability
- YES - spouse of a veteran who served on active duty 181 or more consecutive days and received an honorable discharge and has a service connected disability (the Veteran must also be qualified to apply for the position but their service connected disability restricts them from applying for or performing the job duties)
- YES - spouse of a deceased veteran who served on active duty 181 or more consecutive days and received an honorable discharge and had a service connected disability
10
I affirm that the information provided is accurate and true to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification may disqualify me for consideration for this and subsequent recruitments with Sherburne County for up to three years.
- Yes
- No
11
If, during or after your interview, Sherburne County determines that you have been convicted of a misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor or felony for which a jail sentence was or could have been imposed, you may be disqualified from this position by operation of law or county policy. I have read and understand this statement.
- Yes
- No
Required Question