JOB INFORMATION

Exempt; full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday; 7:30 am – 4:30 pm; full benefits

This professional position will perform all phases of engineering, permitting/regulatory compliance and/or project management for the Division of Solid Waste and Recycling (DSWR) including but not limited to Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects and landfill and transfer station permitting compliance for the Division of Solid Waste and Recycling. Supervision is received from the DSWR Division Director and/or Assistant Department Head/Deputy Director.

TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE:
Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how much we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full time benefited Frederick County Government employee.

• 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
• 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
• 11 paid scheduled holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
• Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan option to include generous County HSA contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
• 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance benefit
• Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
  • Vesting after 10 years of service
  • Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc
• Other employee paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, etc.

For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage .

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare requests for proposals for engineering services; assist in selection of consultants; present recommendations to the Consultant Selection Committee
• Prepare plans, specifications, and contract documents for in-house projects
• Analyze, review, and approve civil engineering improvement plans produced by other agencies, consultants, and contractors for compliance with local, state, and federal standards and regulations
• Evaluate technical and price proposals and make recommendations on the award of contracts
• Compose professional correspondence; memorandums and other written work related to the review of plans and specifications, project management, etc.
• Coordinate with engineering personnel, consultants, Project Managers, county staff in other Divisions as needed
• Coordinate study/design contracts with local, state and federal government agencies; secure permits and approvals from regulatory agencies, including any permits associated with landfill and transfer station operations
• Attend and participate in meetings of the Planning Commission and other groups/agencies; assist in preparing and presenting supporting information to elected officials, citizen groups and others
• Provide assistance to construction management personnel during construction of CIP projects
• Research historical as-built records and related information for infrastructure mapping
• Develop spreadsheets to evaluate calculations in solid waste facility design and/or capacity tracking including the ability to perform or supervise the performance of standard ground and aerial surveys for use in landfill planning and capacity assessments
• Prepare and present information to public officials, citizens, and groups; interact with consulting engineers, developers and attorneys
• Manage contractual agreements and related documents associated with consultant services and construction contracts
• Assist in preparation of the yearly CIP
• Develop and maintain GIS data layers and databases, including but not limited to: storm sewer system and drainage areas, urban stormwater Best Management Practices, impervious surfaces, water quality monitoring locations, water quality improvement projects and opportunities, and leachate force mains
• Manage environmental compliance programs, including stormwater pollution prevention plan; spill prevention, control, and countermeasure plan; air and groundwater monitoring; and sediment & erosion control programs
• Perform other related duties as assigned

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. In addition to the duties listed in the Essential Duties section, each employee in this classification may perform the following other duties. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

The qualifications / requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical demands or working conditions 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.

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  Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology or a related field
• Minimum 6 years of Engineering and/or Project Management work experience that must include all of the following areas:
  • Field experience in solid waste management infrastructure
  • Field experience in public works infrastructures
  • Experience in the design of water and/or sewer pumping, distribution, collection, storage and treatment facilities
• Possession of Manager of Landfill Operations (MOLO) and Landfill Gas Management Systems Certification from SWANA, or the ability to obtain within one year
• Current Professional Engineer (PE) license in Maryland, or PE license in another state with ability to obtain MD PE license by reciprocity within 6 months after hire
• Possession of a valid automobile operator's license
• NOTE: A related Master's degree may reduce the work experience requirement to 4 years.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Frederick County Employee Driving Permit
• Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of surveying and civil engineering
• Knowledge of computer hardware and software applications in engineering including AutoCAD
• Knowledge of MD Department of the Environment (MDE) and Environmental Protection Agency requirements for design, construction, and operation of solid waste facilities; knowledge of RCRA requirements
• Knowledge of MDE Refuse Disposal Permits and Water Appropriation Permits; Clear Air Act permitting associated with landfills
• Ability to effectively manage projects through study, design and bidding process, and develop special provisions and addenda where appropriate
• Ability to effectively access and utilize related software applications (e.g. project management, word processing, spreadsheets, presentation)
• Ability to effectively organize, establish priorities and complete projects in accordance with established procedures and schedules
• Strong and effective written and spoken (English) communication skills, including the ability to prepare and present clear, concise written reports and information, as well as effective spoken presentations before varied audiences
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with developers, engineering consultants, co-workers, government agencies and the general public

PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:

• Solid waste facility work experience with a governmental or quasi-public

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:

• While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly sit, reach and drive; occasionally walk, climb, stoop, and lift up to 20 pounds; and rarely crawl, lift between 20 and 50 pounds, push and pull up to and over 40 pounds and push over 40 pounds
• While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly work indoors and outdoors; frequently walks on uneven ground, works in dirty, dusty and noisy environments, works near machinery, has potential exposure to infectious diseases and is required to wear protective equipment; and occasionally works in hot temperatures above 100 degrees, works in cold temperatures below 32 degrees and works near chemicals or fumes

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / EXAMINATION PROCESS

• Ability to provide own transportation as needed for site visits, meetings, etc.
• Available for other working hours as needed to accommodate evening and/or weekend meetings, hearing, etc.

KIND OF EXAMINATION:

• An evaluation of training and experience
• One or more interviews
• A pre-employment physical examination and drug test

Retirement Plan:
A defined benefit retirement plan is provided for all regular County employees. Employees are automatically enrolled in either the Uniformed Plan (5 year vesting) or the Non-Uniformed Plan (10 year vesting) depending upon position classification. The majority of support for the plan is provided by the County; however, employees are required to make a mandatory pre-tax contribution towards their benefit. Retirement benefits are payable at normal, early or delayed retirement. Retirement benefits are also payable upon termination and in the event of death or disability.

Health Insurance:
County employees have a choice of two medical insurance plans, an In-Network (HMO) Plan or a High Deductible medical plan with a Health Care Savings Account, to provide coverage for medical and surgical expenses, hospital and emergency care expenses, mental health expenses and prescription drugs. The County and participants share in the cost of the health insurance with the employee having the benefit of pre tax contribution deductions. Medical insurance goes into effect on the first day of active employment.

Dental Insurance:
Employees may select coverage from one of three dental plan options, ranging from a PPO plan to a dental HMO plan. Coverage includes preventive care, fillings, crowns, bridges and dentures, and the cost of dental insurance is shared by both the County and the employee. Dental insurance goes into effect on the first day of the month that follows the eligible employee's completion of 30 days of active employment

NOTE: Employees working 75% or greater of a 35 or 40 hour position are eligible for health & dental insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts:
The Flex Spending plan allows employees to pay health and day care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Employees may set aside part of their salary in a special account that can be used throughout the year to reimburse themselves for out-of-pocket medical expenses. The maximum contribution is $2,700 per year for Health Care Spending and $5,000 for Dependent Care Spending (work-related day care expenses). Examples of expenses that can be reimbursed for Health Care Spending include, but are not limited to: deductibles, co-payments, dental fees, chiropractors' services, and eyeglasses / contact lenses.

Life Insurance:
Employees are insured for 2 times their annual salary in case of death plus 2 times their annual salary for accidental death. Employees do not contribute to the premiums for this coverage. A Voluntary Life Insurance Program is offered to regular County employees. The plan allows employees to purchase individually owned term life insurance for themselves, spouses and dependents.

Savings Plan - Deferred Compensation:
The County offers a Section 457 Plan. Deferred compensation plans allow participants to save for retirement in either a pre tax or post tax (Roth) investment account. Contributions are invested at the employee's direction into one or more of the variety of investment options offered by the plan. Changes may be made to the contribution levels, investment options, etc. at any time.

Educational Reimbursement Program:
County employees who have successfully passed their probationary period may take up to two job-related courses per semester at any accredited educational institution. The benefit also covers the costs of job-related non-credit courses. If the employee receives a grade of at least a C, or successfully passes a non-credit course, the County reimburses the employee 75% of the costs of tuition, fees and books. If an employee doesn't remain employed with Frederick County Government for two years after a class is taken, the benefit needs to be reimbursed to FCG.

Employee Assistance Program:
This confidential assessment, referral and counseling service is available at no cost to all employees who may need help with a personal or job-related problem.

Leave
Annual Leave – Employees are eligible to use Annual Leave after their 6 month probationary period. Annual Leave accrues as follows: Years of service days per year
0 – 2 years 11 days
2 – 10 years 17 days
10 + years 24 days

Sick Leave - Employees will earn sick leave at a rate of 15 days per calendar year.

Sick Leave may also be used for illness of an employee's child, dependent, spouse, parent or parent-in-law. There is no limit on the amount of sick leave accumulated. Unused Sick Leave may be used for additional credit in the pension plan at the time of retirement.

NOTE: Regular benefited part-time employees earn annual and sick leave on a pro-rated basis based on their actual number of hours worked biweekly up to their assigned number of regularly scheduled work hours.

Other available types of leave include, but are not limited to, Family Medical Leave, Bereavement, Jury, Military.

Holidays:
The County observes 10 holidays every year and 11 are observed on years of General Elections.