Salary: $94,285.00 - $106,118.00 Annually
Location : Bloomington, MN
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2024-00081
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 10/31/2024
Closing Date: 11/17/2024 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: NU
Primary Objective The City of Bloomington is seeking an individual to effectively supervise, participate, direct and coordinate the planning, design and construction of streets, trails, parks, sanitary and storm sewers, water distribution systems, and related infrastructure in the City in a manner that will effectively meet the needs of the City.
CITY VALUES & EXPECTATIONS- Develops, supports, and models a positive and productive workplace culture based on respect, dignity, honesty, and integrity. Allows staff to grow and succeed by providing opportunities for increased responsibility and creating a positive work culture
- Supports and advances organizational development efforts such as developing a high performing organization, employee engagement, workforce development, inclusion and equity, and performance measurement efforts
- Works cooperatively with others; develops and maintains respectful and effective working relationships with diverse coworkers and community members; consistently brings a high level of self-awareness and empathy to all personal interactions
- Proactively resolves conflicts and misunderstandings in order to ensure a respectful and inclusive workplace
- Seeks to understand the legacy of structural racism, and its impact on employees and the residents we serve; identifies any implications and adverse equity impacts when developing or reviewing policies, projects, activities and interactions with stakeholders
- Embraces the City's shared values and contributes towards accomplishing the City's vision and goals by being creative, innovative, continuously learning, and communicating clearly
Examples of Duties - Keeps City Engineer or assigned supervisor promptly informed of important developments in areas of accountability to ensure prompt resolution of problems, and a thorough understanding of construction programs
- Supervises others in the performance of the above assignments
- Participates in the departmental safety programs and identifies and follows up on safety aspects in the workplace
- Prepares components of the Division's budget submittals and monitors its implementation and conformance
- Assist with the development of request for proposals
- Manage and execute contracts with outside firms
- Performs related work as apparent or assigned
Water Resources: - Prepares, assists, and collaborates on designs for projects as directed, including layouts, alignments, profile grade and stormwater design of streets or trails, and supervises the plan work for such projects
- Develops specifications and special provisions for comprehensive projects and water resource related projects
- Directs construction for sewer, water, and storm sewer installations, and other assigned projects, to ensure their conformance to specifications and provisions
- Reviews plans of developers, building permits, lot surveys and pool permits as they relate to storm sewer construction, drainage and sediment and erosion control on private property to insure they conform to City policy or other requirements
- Administers compliance for the Bridge and Structure Inspection program
- Responds to citizen inquiries regarding grading, drainage and erosion control related issues
- Regularly works with outside agencies like ACOE, MnDOT, MnDNR, Hennepin County, BWSR, MPCA, and watershed districts, to ensure successful project outcomes
- Prepares Council agenda materials for construction and other related items
- Conducts storm sewer pipe capacity and catch basin spacing computations for City projects to meet State Aid standards
- Manages and utilizes city stormwater models to analyze, predict and assess impact of proposed infrastructure changes and collaborate with engineering and planning teams to develop stormwater management strategies
- Utilizes asset management software to track, analyze, and optimize the city's stormwater assets to facilitate proactive maintenance planning and enhance overall efficiency of asset management practices
- Assists with implementation and management of the city's MS4 permit by coordinating monitoring, reporting, and compliance activities
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES REQUIRED- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with City Council, commissions, employees, contractors, other government agencies and the public
- Ability to effectively direct and supervise the work of technical and clerical employees
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with employees, Engineering personnel, other City officials, contractors, and the general public
- Ensures plans completed are comprehensive, readily understood and require minimal changes
- Ensures assigned staff has a thorough understanding of work to be performed as well as expectations in performance
- Ensures sound and accurate cost analysis are made on various construction projects
- Ensures projects in areas of accountability are completed on schedule
- Ensures that a positive image is maintained with people within Bloomington affected by construction as indicated by feedback
- Ensures records are maintained current, accurate and complete at all times
- Ensures work is completed in a timely manner and consistent with legal and policy requirements
- Ensures that a positive public image is maintained in communications with the Council and the public as indicated by feedback
- Ability to ensure effective coordination is maintained with other departments
- Ability to comply with grant conditions and documentation requirements
- Ensures personnel supervised are performing at maximum productivity
Minimum/Desirable QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field
- Professional Engineer License in the State of Minnesota
- Two years of experience involving computer operation including computer drafting, word processing and financial systems
- Valid driver's license
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS- Work experience in an engineering operation for a city or county
- Experience in municipal design
- Experience supervising technical or seasonal employees
- Additional computer experience in ArcMap, AutoCad, CityView, XPSWMM, HydroCAD, Asset Essentials or similar industry software
- Experience preparing budgets
- Experience with One Office construction management software
- Experience with the Minnesota Wetland Conservation Act (WCA)
- Experience with the Minnesota State and Federal Aid systems
- Possess MnDOT Bridge Inspection Team Leader, NHI Safety Inspection of Inservice Bridges, NICET Level III or IV Bridge Safety Inspector or other bridge inspection certification
Supplemental Information Supervision of OthersThis position supervises Engineering Technicians and/or Engineering Interns.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Must maintain Professional Engineer (PE) License
Anticipated Hiring Range: $94,285 - $106,118 Annually
2024 Salary Range: $94,285 - $125,697 Annually
Full-Time; Exempt; Non-Union; Benefits Eligible The City of Bloomington is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively seeks a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applicants who are black, indigenous or persons of color are encouraged to apply. We also encourage women, veterans, members of the LGBTQIA community, and individuals with disabilities to apply.
The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change Benefits for regular, full-time employees of the City of Bloomington (with the exception of 24 hour firefighters and 24 hour fire fighter/paramedics) include the following:
- 10 days paid vacation per year
- 13 days paid personal leave per year
- 13 paid holidays per year
- 12 weeks paid parental leave
- Employee health and dental insurance
- Paid employee life insurance
- Paid employee disability insurance
- Employer/employee paid pension
- Deferred compensation
- Tuition assistance program
- Health club membership reimbursement
- Flexible spending account
- Employee Assistance Program
- Other optional benefits
- Great suburban location, on bus line
- Free employee parking
*(Union contracts may vary from the above list.)
01
The City of Bloomington (City) is asking you to supply information (data) as part of your application for employment with the City. The Minnesota Government Data Practices Act (MGDPA) classifies this data as private data about you.The law does not require you to provide the data and there is no legal consequence for refusing to provide the data. However, if you do not provide the requested data, the City may not have enough information to consider your application and you may not move forward in the selection process.If you do provide the data, City employees and its agents may have access to your private data if their work assignments reasonably require access. The hiring manager or supervisor, human resources employees, and members of an interview panel, which may include non-City employees, will have access to some of your private data during the application and selection process. State or federal law or a court order may allow others to have access to your data also. The City will not disclose any of your private data to any member of the general public without your permission.The MGDPA classifies the following information as public data about applicants: veteran status, relevant test scores, rank on eligible list, job history, education and training, and work availability. If you are a finalist for the position, your name is also public. A "finalist" is a person the City selects for an interview.Do you agree to supply the data the City is requesting as part of your application for employment?
02
I understand that in order for my application to receive every consideration in the selection process, I must complete the following supplemental questionnaire completely for this position.
Attaching a resume is NOT a substitute for completing an answer. If a question is answered by the statement "See Resume", the question will be treated as if there is no answer. The information I provide will be reviewed and used to determine my eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. If the supplemental question is not applicable to you, please indicate N/A.
I have read and understand the above instructions regarding supplemental questions.
03
This is a reminder that you should check your Spam/Junk folder as emails from the City of Bloomington might end up being received in those folders and not your inbox. Please note that the City won't send out communications until after the job posting has officially closed unless the posting clearly states otherwise. Please acknowledge that you have read and understood this informational message.
04
Did you read and review the Working Conditions and Physical Demands checklist and the Remote Work availability?
Please review the duties described under "When Assigned to Water Resources." Once you click on the link , scroll down to the Other Necessary Requirements section of the Job Description to view information.
05
The advertised wage for this position is $94,285-$106,118 annually, depending on qualifications. If selected, would you be willing to accept a starting wage in this range.
06
Do you possess a degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field?
- Yes, I possess a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field
- Yes, I possess a Master's Degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field
- No, I do not possess a degree in Civil Engineering
07
If you indicated you possess a degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field, please list your degree and the school you attended. If not applicable, indicate N/A.
08
Do you possess a Professional Engineer (PE) License in the State of Minnesota?
09
If you indicated you possess your Professional Engineer (PE) License, please attach a copy of that certificate/license. If not applicable, indicate N/A.
10
Do you possess work experience in civil engineering?
- I possess less than 2 years of work experience in civil engineering
- I possess 2 years of work experience in civil engineering
- I possess 3-4 years of work experience in civil engineering
- I possess 5+ years of work experience in civil engineering
- I do not possess work experience in civil engineering
11
If yes to the question above, please describe your experience including name of employer, dates of employment, job title and nature of duties and responsibilities in relation to the question. If not applicable, indicate N/A.
12
If you indicated you possess work experience in civil engineering, was any of that experience with a city or county?
13
If yes to the question above, please list name of the city/county engineering operation, dates of employment, job title and nature of duties and responsibilities in relation to the question. If not applicable, indicate N/A.
14
Do you possess municipal design experience?
15
If you indicated you have experience with municipal design, please explain that municipal design experience, including name of employer, municipality, job title. If not applicable, indicate N/A.
16
Do you possess computer drafting experience?
- I possess less than 2 years of computer drafting experience
- I possess 2 years of computer drafting experience
- I possess 3-4 years of computer drafting experience
- I possess 5+ years of computer drafting experience
- I do not possess computer drafting experience
17
If you indicated you possess computer drafting experience, please describe your experience including name of employer, dates of employment, and job title. If not applicable, indicate N/A.
18
Do you possess a valid driver's license?
19
Do you possess work experience supervising technical, clerical, or seasonal employees?
20
If yes to the question above, please describe your supervisory experience including name of employer, dates of employment, job title and supervisory responsibilities. If not applicable, indicate N/A.
21
Do you possess work experience utilizing any of the following, or similar industry software:
- ArcMap
- ArcGIS Pro
- AutoCad
- CityView
- XPSWMM
- HydroCAD
- Asset Essentials
- I do not possess experience with any of the above (or similar industry software)
22
If you indicated you have experience with any of the above, please explain how you have utilized that software. If not applicable, indicate N/A.
23
Do you possess at least two years of experience utilizing financial systems?
24
If yes to the question above, please list the name of the financial system(s) and what tasks you used the system for. If not applicable, indicate N/A.
25
Do you possess experience preparing budgets?
26
If yes to the question above, please describe your experience including name of employer, dates of employment, job title and budgetary responsibilities. If not applicable, indicate N/A.
27
Do you possess experience with One Office construction management software?
28
If you indicated you possess One Office experience, please explain your usage of the software. If not applicable, indicate N/A.
29
Do you possess experience with the Minnesota Wetland Conservation Act (WCA)?
30
If you indicated you possess experience with the Minnesota Wetland Conservation Act (WCA), please explain your experience with that Act. If not applicable, indicate N/A.
31
Do you possess experience with Minnesota State and Federal Aid systems?
- Minnesota State Aid Systems
- Federal Aid Systems
- I do not possess experience with MN State or Federal Aid Systems
32
If yes to the question above, please describe your experience with MN State or Federal Aid systems. If not applicable, indicate N/A.
33
Please select if you possess the following:
- MnDOT Bridge Inspection Team Leader
- NHI Safety Inspection of Inservice Bridges
- NICET Level III or IV Bridge Safety Inspector
- Other bridge inspection certification
- None of the above
34
If you selected "other" above, please provide the name of the certificate/license you possess. Please attach a copy of any certificate(s)/license(s) you possess. If not applicable, indicate N/ A.
35
Do you fluently speak a second language, in addition to English, that has a recognized presence in the community? Recognized prevalent languages in the City of Bloomington are Spanish, Somali, Vietnamese, Chinese Mandarin, and Cambodian (Khmer). Fluent means you can sustain a conversation, demonstrate intelligible pronunciation which doesn't interfere with understanding, and communicate at informal and some formal levels.
- Spanish - FLUENT
- Somali - FLUENT
- Vietnamese - FLUENT
- Chinese Mandarin - FLUENT
- Cambodian (Khmer) - FLUENT
- I am not FLUENT in those languages or I am FLUENT in another language
36
If you indicated you speak a language other than English that you are FLUENT in, please list the language(s) and years spoken. If not applicable, please indicate N/A.
37
This question is to determine your status as a veteran under the Veteran's Preference Statute, Minnesota Statutes, 43A.11. Please check the statement below which best describes your current Veteran's status:
- I am not a Veteran
- I am a Veteran who served more than 180 consecutive days and received an Honorable Discharge or Separation
- I am the spouse of a deceased Veteran who served more than 180 consecutive days and received an Honorable Discharge or Separation
- I am a disabled Veteran who served more than 180 consecutive days and received an Honorable Discharge or Separation
- I am the spouse of a disabled Veteran who served more than 180 consecutive days and received an Honorable Discharge or Separation and is unable to use the preference due to the disability
38
If you are a Veteran and achieve the minimum passing rating, do you wish to apply your veteran's preference bonus points?If you answer yes, you MUST complete the City of Bloomington's Veteran Preference Questionnaire () and either attach it to this application or send/deliver/fax it to the Human Resources Department with a copy of your form DD-214. Disabled veterans must also supply form FL-802 or an equivalent letter from a service retirement board. Spouses applying for preference points must supply their marriage certificate, the veteran's DD-214 and FL-802 or death certificate. Your veteran's preference points cannot be considered without supporting documentation. All documentation must be received in the Human Resources Department no later than 7 calendar days after the deadline date for the position.
Required Question
