Department Head of Engineering and Planning

Exempt (additional compensation to include annual safety shoe allowance); full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday; 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; full benefitsThis position manages and supervises staff involved in all aspects of water and sewer planning, development review, engineering, and construction management and inspection; develops and administers policies and procedures for the Capital Improvement Projects; prepares and administers the CIP budgets for the Division; manages and plans future short and long range needs for water/sewer facilities and infrastructure; manages CIP projects from design development, through bidding, and construction; and coordinates staff activities ensuring effective collaboration with other government agencies, contractors, developers, engineers, attorneys, County officials, and the general public. Supervision is exercised over all department staff.NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy. For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate, with limited exception.Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE:Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly 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 employment15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays (10 and 11 month employees may not receive all holidays)Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible SpendingEmployee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefitCounty and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension PlanVesting after 5 years of serviceAdditional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness ProgramGenerous Tuition Reimbursement ProgramOther employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care planNOTE: Benefited employees will accrue service and leave based on the FTE and/or hours worked per calendar year.For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage.Develop, coordinate, and administer policies and procedures for the execution of the Capital Improvements Program (CIP), Asset Management Plan, and forecast future needs related to system growth, rehabilitation, replacement, and regulatory changesPrepare and administer the CIP budget for the DivisionManage and define future short and long-range needs for water/sewer facilities & infrastructureManage certain CIP projects from design development, through bidding, and constructionManage and coordinate staff activities; supervise staff in all aspects of personnel mattersEnsure effective interaction with other government/County agencies, contractors, developers, engineers, and the general publicOversee development plan & APFO review, land acquisition efforts, service inquiry letters, project management efforts, system mapping efforts, administration and inspection of developer-funded projectsOversee complex engineering analysis and programs including water and wastewater modelingAdvise, counsel, and communicate with the County Administration, Division Director, Directors, General Public, and other County staff on matters concerning water and sewer engineering and planningProvide support to the Director and other Division departments as neededManage/monitor personnel and conduct associated administrative businessPrepare and make presentations to varied audiences on behalf of DWSU and attend meetings, conferences and other functions as appropriatePerform other related duties as requiredTo perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform all essential functions satisfactorily. Any employee's position may not be assigned all functions or equipment listed above, and the examples may not cover all functions or equipment that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential functions.The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this jobBachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related fieldMinimum 8 years of work experience in water and/or wastewater treatment, design and construction or engineering which must Include at least 4 years of work experience supervising or managing staffCurrent Maryland Professional Engineer license (or comparably licensed elsewhere with ability to obtain the MD PE license within 6 months of appointment)Substitutions for the above listed required education and experience are an advanced degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field with 6 years of work experience as described above with at least 4 years of work experience supervising or managing staffKNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:A successful incumbent operating in this role displays the following:Knowledge of contract administration, project and construction management, and County policiesKnowledge of master planning and design of water and sewer needsKnowledge of engineering aspects required to prepare development plans and related planning/construction documentsKnowledge of personnel management and leadership tenetsKnowledge of laws, regulations, and requirements regarding water and sewer utilitiesAdvanced knowledge of water and sewer infrastructure planningSkilled in use of applicable computer programsAbility to effectively develop, coordinate, and administer CIP budgetsAbility to read and understand construction plans and specificationsAbility to communicate effectively, written and verbalAbility to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, developers, contractors, engineers, elected officials, and the general publicAbility to provide own transportation as neededPREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:Related management experience at the local government level and/or private-sector management experience with similar professional and technical diversity and organization sizeRelated GIS or Asset Management work experienceWork experience directly involving design and construction of public water and sewer treatment facilities, distribution and collection systems, site developments, and other infrastructurePHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly sitWhile working in this position, the employee is required to constantly work indoorsFlexibility in routine work schedule to accommodate meetings, occasionally with short notice, at various times, including nights and weekendsAvailable 24/7 to respond to significant events and/or emergenciesRequired licenses must be maintained throughout employmentKIND OF EXAMINIATION (may include):1) An evaluation of training and experience2) One or more interviews3) A pre-employment fingerprint supported background investigation