Chief, Engineering and Construction - Walla Walla County

Full Time Benefits Include: • County pays $1,500 per month towards medical, dental, vision, life insurance and employee assistance program for employee and eligible family members • Retirement: Walla Walla County full time employees are eligible for Washington State Department of Retirement Services (DRS) • HRA Veba account: Employer contribution may apply • Wellness program • Access to MetLife Pet Insurance • Deferred compensation plans offered • Twelve paid holidays annually • Vacation accrual based on seniority (see Union Contract) • Benefited employees shall accrue sick leave benefits at the percentage rate of hours worked per week, to a maximum of eight (8) hours earned per month based on a forty (40) hour workweek but not less than one (1) hour per every forty (40) hours worked per County Policy 30.05.0

Brief Duties and Responsibilities: Position requires responsible, professional work with extensive knowledge of County code, relevant RCWs and WACs, and Public Works Department standards and procedures. Plans, organizes, and manages the engineering and construction activities of all County Road Projects (CRPs), the bridge inspection program, stormwater program, special projects, major maintenance activities, new development transportation infrastructure, and management of intergovernmental contracts or agreements for services related to design and construction of CRPs. Applies for and manages federal and state funds to support county road projects. Acts as liaison between the County and other City, County, State and Federal agencies, and acts as department head in absence of the Public Works Director/County Engineer. Supervisory Responsibilities: Directly supervises two (2) professional engineers and indirectly supervises a division staff of ten (10) or more technicians and a professional land surveyor. Manages consultant and contractor contracts for CRPs. Serves as one of two primary advisors to the Public Works Director.

Working Environment/Physical Abilities: This position involves both office and field work. Must possess the physical ability to perform field work involving bending, lifting and twisting, and sitting or standing for extended time to perform essential job duties and the ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds. May be required to work in adverse weather conditions. Must also possess physical abilities typically related to office operations including manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate computers and other office equipment, and sufficient hearing and speech ability to communicate verbally and in written forms.

Minimum Qualifications: Education And Experience: A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field required; Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field preferred. Eight (8) years of progressive Civil Engineering, and management experience OR a combination of education, Civil Engineering experience, and/or leadership experience. Must possess strong management and effective oral/written communication skills. Licenses And Other Requirements: Professional Civil Engineer license required. If registered in a state other than Washington, must obtain registration in the State of Washington within six (6) months of hire. Structural Engineer License preferred. Certified Washington State Bridge Inspector certification preferred. Must have a valid driver’s license. Must successfully pass a background check and a driving record check.