General Description

Under the general direction of the Project Manager, Engineering Specialists perform technical, sub-professional engineering office and/or field work to facilitate the construction of roadway and drainage projects. The difficulty level of work varies with the employee’s classification level. Engineering Specialists I engage in routine and/or training work, Engineering Specialists II engage in work of moderate difficulty, and Engineering Specialists III engage in work of advanced difficulty as outlined below.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Engineering Specialist I

• Serves as rod and chain person on a survey party; accurately measures distances between points using tape and plumb-bob
• Locates survey monuments and sets points while establishing lines; sets and aligns construction stakes; chops trees, cuts brush, and otherwise clears area from line of sight
• Sets up, adjusts, cleans and cares for survey instruments
• Operates level and transit; makes elementary field calculations and records survey notes
• Prepares maps of real property from legal descriptions, field survey notes, or other sources; plots cross sections, profiles, contours, and transit lines
• Computes land quantities by mathematical or mechanical means; makes tracings of maps or construction drawings; prepares blueprints and other copies of plans
• Assists in drafting construction plans from sketches and detailed instructions; may use computer aided drafting programs
• Places traffic counters and inspects for proper operation; accurately collects required information
• Performs roadway and intersection traffic counts, reviews accident reports and posts information to records; conducts speed studies and records data
• Prepares a variety of charts and graphs, researches property, utility locations, and title company records, accurately inputs data, makes simple engineering calculations, and checks other computations
• Prepares construction drawings and sketches, assists in the review of contracts plans and specifications, and assists in the inspection of construction projects
• Provides information to the public and answers questions of a routine nature concerning county policies and procedures
• Performs permit processing as assigned
• Enters and retrieves data from electronic data processing systems and performs other related administrative duties
• Follows safe work practices and uses required safety equipment
• Performs other duties as assigned

Engineering Specialist II

• Assists in inspecting various phases of construction in progress on such projects as bridges, roads, and related structures to enforce compliance with plans and specifications
• Interviews permit applicants, reviews and inspects plans and projects, and issues permits in strict compliance with legal provisions
• Releases information to the public on established policies and legal requirements concerning engineering and construction projects
• Assists with the compilation of plans, specifications, and layouts for engineering projects; prepares precision drawings of preliminary construction plans; plots profiles, cross-sections, roads, storm drainage, right-of-way and topographic features using computer aided design software
• Interprets and translates survey field notes
• Checks subdivision and other land development improvement plans
• Prepares property maps, searches records, and assists in the preparation of legal descriptions of property
• Computes costs of construction projects, to include cost analysis by individual categories such as labor and various types of materials
• Serves as instrument person on a survey party and may act temporarily as party chief; sets up, adjusts and operates survey instruments to establish lines, angles, distance, and elevation
• Directs the work of Engineering Specialists I in drafting, surveying, construction inspection, permit processing or related work as necessary
• Investigates public complaints regarding traffic conditions, encroachments, drainage, grading etc., performs research and field investigation regarding complaints; prepares reports of findings and makes recommendations for resolution of problems
• Assists with the inspection of construction projects
• Enters and retrieves data from electronic data processing systems and performs other related administrative duties
• Follows safe work practices and uses required safety equipment
• Performs other duties as assigned

Engineering Specialist III

• Performs routine roadway, sewer, and drainage design; assists in structural design detailing, prepares contract specifications and drafts final plans; revises less complex engineering designs within established limits; plans and may supervise the preparation of construction drawings, maps and other engineering materials; obtains information from other agencies as needed
• Reviews plans and specifications for engineering soundness and conformance to established standards; consults with public and private engineers, contractors and subdivides relative to proposed streets, curbs, gutters, and sanitary sewers in new subdivisions
• Performs electrical, signal, and lighting work
• Determines bonding requirements and inspections, reviews submitted cost estimates, investigates and prepares documents relative to road and drainage vacations, coordinates work with other government agencies and public utilities relative to need for public improvements, right-of-way dedications, and other development policies
• Performs storm runoff hydrologic calculations, estimates quantities of materials, and produces erosion plans
• Serves as inspector or Resident Engineer to inspect for compliance with plans and specifications the methods or materials being used on major construction projects and subdivisions including streets, alleys, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, storm drains, reservoirs, catch basins, driveways, approaches, culverts, sewers, water and wastewater projects, and municipal buildings; reviews and interprets constructions plans and specifications and consults with supervisor on deviations; may supervise subordinate inspectors on larger, more complex projects; maintains responsibility for tabulation of quantity of work completed and preparation of pay estimates
• Directs surveys, records field notes, and prepares maps and sketches from survey data; gathers information and data to determine needs and work methods for proposed surveys; sets up, adjusts, and operates all types of survey instruments; supervises and trains other survey party personnel; assures that equipment and vehicles are in working condition
• Conducts traffic surveys and prepares findings and recommendations including for traffic control devices; coordinates work with other public agencies and assists with supervision of installation and maintenance of traffic control devices; designs and prepares specifications on major projects; may testify in depositions and/or court proceedings
• Performs complicated sub-professional engineering studies for engineering projects that involve considerable independent collection and analysis of data
• Checks subdivision and other land development plans to verify property lines, performs related calculations, and verifies completion of requirements; coordinates map checking with and responds to inquiries from various applicants and their engineer/surveyor representatives; performs difficult survey verification work
• Investigates complaints and makes recommendations regarding corrective action
• Performs field investigations of various water channels and culverts; makes recommendations on work requirements
• Interviews permit applicants, reviews and inspects plans and projects, and issues permits in strict accordance with legal provisions
• Assists in the preparation of maintenance agreements with outside contractors
• Enters and retrieves data from electronic data processing systems and performs other related administrative duties
• Attends meetings as assigned
• Represents the department on the County’s Development Review Committee in the review of minor and major subdivisions, electrical signal and lighting projects, use permits, lot line adjustments, design review, and rezoning as assigned
• Releases information to the public on established policies and legal requirements concerning engineering and construction projects
• Supervises or leads other sub-professional and clerical personnel as directed
• Follows safe work practices and uses required safety equipment

• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

Engineering Specialist I:

• 
  High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Two years of related experience
• Course work in geometry, trigonometry, algebra, drafting, cad, and land surveying (Preferred)
• Within one year of hire, must successfully complete Transportation Curriculum Coordination Council (TC3) Courses in:
  • Construction Math
  • Intermediate Maintenance of Traffic
  • Construction Plan Reading
• Storm Water Management Inspector Certification (Preferred; must obtain within one year of hire)

Engineering Specialist II:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Associate of Arts in Engineering Technology (Preferred)
• Storm Water Management Inspector Certification
• Transportation Curriculum Coordination Council (TC3) Courses in:
  • Earthwork Level 1
  • Asphalt Level 1
  • Pipe Placement
  • Structures Level 1
  • Basic Construction Surveying
  • Guardrail Inspection
  • Erosion and Sediment Control for Construction

AND

• One year of experience as an Engineering Specialist I

OR

• Certification as an Engineering Specialist I with one year of experience in design, construction, or maintenance of roads

Engineering Specialist III:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Associate of Arts in Engineering Technology (Preferred)
• Storm Water Management Certification
• Transportation Curriculum Coordination Council (TC3) Courses in:
  • Earthwork Level 1
  • Asphalt Level 1
  • Pipe Placement
  • Structures Level 1
  • Basic Construction Surveying
  • Guardrail Inspection
  • Erosion and Sediment Control for Construction
  • Concrete Level 1

AND

• One year of experience as an Engineering Specialist II
• Two years of experience in design, construction, or maintenance of roads

All Candidates:

• Valid Florida Driver’s License with a clean driving record

Any combination of education and experience may be substituted, so long as it provides the desired skills, knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job

Supplemental Information

Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Engineering Specialist I:

• 
  Knowledge of construction and plan reading

Engineering Specialist II

• Ability to interpret documents, such as safety rules, engineering operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
• Ability to write reports and correspondence
• Ability to apply principles of geometry, trigonometry, algebra
• Knowledge of drafting, cad, and land surveying

Engineering Specialist III

• Ability to interpret documents, such as safety rules, engineering operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
• Ability to write reports and correspondence
• Ability to apply principles of geometry, trigonometry, algebra to calculate a variety of areas, quantities, or curves
• Knowledge of drafting, cad, and land surveying

Employees may be required to perform duties, including the employee’s normal work function or other emergency support functions as deemed necessary by the County, as assigned before, during, and after hazardous weather or state of local emergency.

While requirements may be representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and abilities to perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties to be performed. Employees occupying the position will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 25% of the time.

Must be able to move about within an office environment to access personnel and equipment and in outdoor environments to conduct surveys and inspections, including over uneven natural surfaces.

Frequently positions self to analyze construction materials and projects, including in high precarious places, on uneven natural surfaces, and low to the ground.

Must be able to operate a county vehicle and to ascend and descend from the vehicle.

This position frequently communicates with supervisors, other staff, and permit applicants regarding engineering specifications, county and state regulations, and roadway and construction projects and surveys. Must be able to accurately convey and perceive information in these situations.

Must be able to perceive, inspect, and assess data, permits, construction materials, engineering plans and specifications.

Must be able to exert up to 20 pounds of force to move objects in all directions.

Regularly works around moving parts, near moving traffic or over roadways with moving traffic when on assignment. Position operates in both indoor and outdoor environments which may expose the worker to dust, inclement weather, extreme temperatures and excessive humidity, pollution, fumes and airborne particles.

The noise level is usually moderate.

Clay County Board of County Commissioners offers an excellent benefits packages that is outlined below for full -time employees:-

Medical Coverage
The County offers comprehensive medical coverage through Florida Blue at competitive rates. Medical coverage is available to all benefit-eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Employees have a choice from three plans, all of which are Preferred Provider Option Plans.

In addition to a high subsidy of the premiums, the County contributes up to 50% of the deductible for the High Deductible / HSA / Plan.

Family Deductible = $ 4,200.00 County Contribution of up to $ 2,100.00 per year
Single Deductible = $ 2,100.00 County Contribution of up to $ 1,050.00 per year

Dental Coverage
The County offers a choice of two dental plans, with the County covering 100% of the single premium under the Low Plan. The employee will pay the difference of the premium cost if they elect family coverage.

Life Insurance
The County provides basic life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) life insurance coverage of $ 20,000.00. Eligible employees may purchase additional coverage for themselves, their spouse, and dependent children through the Supplemental Life Insurance program.

Long Term Insurance
Employees may purchase long term insurance through the County's provider for life insurance at affordable rates.

Supplemental Insurance
Supplemental Insurances such as short-term disability, hospital, cancer, and accident are available through Aflac, Colonial Life and Liberty.

Vision Insurance
The County offers a voluntary vision plan at affordable rates.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The County provides a comprehensive employee assistance program, provided by Aetna, which includes counseling, education and referral services for employees and their eligible family members. EAP services are strictly confidential.

Vacation
Full-time employees accrue vacation of up to 96 hours per year and the accrual will increase depending their length of service with the County. Employee may also earn 8 hours as personal leave each year.

Sick Leave
Full-time regular employees accrue up to 96 hours of sick leave on a yearly basis.

Holiday Pay
The County has eleven paid holidays as listed for full-time and part-time employees (as scheduled).

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King Day
• President's Day
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veteran's Day
• Thanksgiving and the day after Thanksgiving
• Christmas Eve
• Christmas Day

Retirement Plans
The County participates in the Florida Retirement System. Employees have a choice from two plan under the FRS: Pension Plan and Investment Plan. The County makes a contribution as set by the Florida legislature towards the plan of choice for each employee and the employee makes a contribution of 3%.

Deferred Compensation Plans
Employees may also elect to participate in the County's deferred compensation plan, which offers a choice from two providers: Mass Mutual and Nationwide. Contributions are voluntary by the employee and made on a pre-tax basis.

Pre-Tax Benefits
Certain payroll deductions can be taken on a before-tax basis. These include medical and dental premiums, FRS plan contributions, and high deductible plan contributions.

Other Benefits include:

• Tuition Reimbursement of up to $ 1,200.00 per year
• Professional Association Membership (as applicable)
• Bereavement leave
• Jury Duty pay
• National Guard State Service leave (as applicable)
• Military Service Leave for medical examinations (as applicable)