Town Engineer

Salary : $109,415.00 - $158,651.00 Annually
Location : Estes Park, CO
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2025 - 03 - 0001
Department: Public Works
Division: Engineering Division
Opening Date: 03/04/2025
Closing Date: 3/31/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

Summary
Join our Team! The Town of Estes Park seeks qualified applicants for the position of Town Engineer. To learn more about our community and organization, please click

The Town Engineer is responsible for complex project design, construction and budget management, provides technical expertise for the Town in matters relating to transportation and storm drainage issues, and manages all activities of the Street Division and Engineering Division, including the supervision and mentoring of Engineering Division staff and the Street Supervisor. Work is independent with considerable authority to use judgment and initiative in carrying out work programs, projects and objectives.

Examples of Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The list below is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of the position and is not all encompassing. The Town may change these duties at any time.
Exercise supervision over Street Division and Engineering Division personnel. Provide feedback and direction to assigned staff, coaching them in setting and achieving annual goals, analyzing situations, and resolving technical and relational dilemmas.

• Oversee implementation and management of the Town's pavement management program, public right-of -way permitting, and encroachment permitting programs.
• Manage capital improvement projects for bridges, trails, and roadways. Oversee professional engineering consultants and construction contractors.
• Develop and implement an annual Stormwater Maintenance Program.
• Implement the stormwater improvement projects identified in the Stormwater Master Plan. Advise the Town Board of Trustees regarding funding sources needed to design and construct the Stormwater Master Plan improvements.
• Serve as, or oversee, the Town's Floodplain Administrator.
• Oversee the Town's pavement management program.
• Contribute to the leadership of the department through active participation on the Public Works Leadership Team, including serving as the Acting Public Works Director when assigned.
• Prepare the annual schedules and cost estimates for Public Works capital infrastructure projects. Maintain and annually update the 5-year Capital Improvement Program for the Engineering Division.
• Prepare and present the annual operating and projects budgets for the Street Division and Engineering Division.
• Perform, or delegate to others, the review and comment on new land use and building permit applications for compliance with the Estes Park Development Code provisions pertaining to storm drainage and multimodal transportation access.
• Provide technical representation on behalf of the Town and/or Public Works at various committees, advisory boards, stakeholder groups, etc.
• May serve as the Town's Traffic Engineer.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or a related field. Eight years of relevant professional experience may substitute for the education requirement.
• Eight years of progressively responsible professional level project management experience in transportation, traffic, and stormwater engineering, municipal land use/development planning and review, public works construction management, or closely related fields.
• Four years of experience managing complex projects and supervising the associated engineering staff, administrative staff, and/or contractors, preferably in a governmental setting OR Two years experience as a Civil Engineer II at the Town of Estes Park.

Licenses, Certifications and Registrations

• Valid Colorado Driver's License and satisfactory driving record. Out of state candidates must obtain Colorado License within 6 months of hire.
• Registration as a Colorado Professional Engineer (PE) within 6 months of hiring.
• Preferred:
  • APWA Certified Public Works Professional-Management.
  • ASFM Certified Floodplain Manager.
  • TPCB Certified Professional Traffic Operations Engineer

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
To perform this job successfully, an 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:

• Competent working knowledge of civil engineering and project management practices and principles applied to storm drainage systems, floodways, roadways, bridges, multi-use paths, and earthwork projects.
• Knowledge of methods, equipment, policies, organization, rules and regulations commonly used in operating Public Works transportation and stormwater systems, including but not limited to the MUTCD, LCUASS, Urban Drainage Manual, AASHTO standards, etc.
• Knowledge of and ability to use office equipment such as copiers, personal computers, and smartphones.
• Demonstrate proficient computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Word & Excel, Google Calendar & Gmail, ArcMap/Lucity GIS software, Autodesk AutoCad, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to work independently and solve problems without direct supervision.
• Must be able to demonstrate capable professional engineering judgment in the assessment of competing and/or contradictory requirements, goals, or standards to guide outcomes that are in the best interest of the Town.
• Ability to research, prepare and analyze comprehensive technical reports and letters on complex issues.
• Knowledge and experience in applying for and administering Federal and State grants.
• Communicate clearly, concisely, respectfully, and effectively both orally and in writing with developers, contractors, consultants, property owners, Town staff, and the general public.
• Demonstrate effective Emotional Intelligence skills in workplace communication and relationships.
• Effectively prepare and deliver comprehensive written reports and concise oral public presentations on complex issues to diverse audiences including Town Boards, Commissions, and the general public.
• Demonstrate respect, collaboration, courtesy, kindness, innovation, integrity, safety, and service. Model, facilitate, and encourage teamwork. Productively manage conflict to navigate successful outcomes.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, customers and the general public.

EXEMPT: Yes
GRADE: M150
REPORTS TO: Public Works Director
Town Engineer
Physical Requirements and Work Environment

Frequency Guide
Rarely (R) Less than 5%; Occasionally (O) 6-30%; Frequently (F) 31% - 70%; Constantly (C) Over 70%

Physical Task/Frequency
Sitting/C Standing/F Walking/F
Running/R Stooping/O Kneeling/O
Squatting/O Climbing/O Balancing/O
Reaching/O Grasping/C Fingering/C
Handling/C Visual Acuity: Near/C Visual Acuity Far/O
Depth Perception/F Color Discrimination/O Peripheral Vision/F
Talking/C Hearing/C

Physical Surroundings/Frequency
Extreme Temperatures/O
Inside Work/C
Outside Work/F
Walking on uneven surfaces/O
Working at height/R

Environmental Conditions
Exposure to Chemicals/R
Exposure to Gases/Fumes/Dust/O
High Noise Levels/O
Moderate Noise Levels/F
Vibrations/R
Light/Power Equipment Ops/R
Heavy Equipment Operation/R
Work in Traffic/O
Local Travel/F
Out of Town Travel/R

Weight of Objects Moved
Over 100 pounds/R
Over 50 Pounds/O
Over 10 pounds/O

PRE EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL REQUIRED: NO
PRE EMPOYMENT DRUG SCREEN REQUIRED: NO
The Town of Estes Park offers a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits include retirement, medical (eligible spouse, family), dental (family), vision(family), life insurance, sick leave, vacation, floating holidays, and volunteer leave. Our will provide more details. The Town also offers a Homeownership Program and aid for Dependent Care through a Flexible Spending Account.

Additional information regarding retirement: All town employees contribute to social security. In addition, this position participates in Colorado PERA retirement.
01

Do you have four years of experience supervising engineering staff, administrative staff, and/or contractors, preferably in a governmental setting? Please explain.
02

Are you registered as a Colorado Professional Engineer? If so, please list expiration date. If not, are you able to obtain this certification within 6 months of hire?
03

Please briefly describe your experience performing engineering reviews of drainage and traffic issues associated with new land use applications.
04

Please briefly describe your design and construction experience on municipal transportation and drainage infrastructure projects.
05

Describe your floodplains management experience.
Required Question