Disc Attendant (PT)

Description The purpose of this position is to manage and coordinate capital improvement projects with internal and external sources. This is accomplished by reviewing engineering plans, managing project activities and administering contracts. Other duties may include supervising employees, coordinating financial planning and budgeting activities, assisting with government administration and interfacing with other City employees and citizens. This position provides direction to other employees.

Essential Job Functions

• Reviews engineering plans for capital improvement projects by evaluating and commenting on engineering plans and specifications and identifying and addressing problems with new construction projects and existing infrastructures.
• Manages capital improvement projects by reviewing construction specifications and contracts, establishing and maintaining contracts for capital improvement projects, evaluating and processing proposed change orders and pay requests, working with contractors regarding requests for information and field adjustments, enforcing schedules and conformance to contract documents and serving as the liaison between the contractor and the City.
• Communicates with the public by addressing questions and problems concerning capital improvement projects and existing infrastructure and responding to public inquiries on current and future construction projects.
• Supervises personnel by interviewing qualified applicants, selecting and hiring new employees, coordinating training for department personnel, observing and monitoring work tasks, evaluating work performance, assisting employees to correct deficiencies and assisting with implementation of disciplinary and termination procedures when necessary.
• Manages financial planning and budgeting activities by coordinating routine project maintenance tasks such as processing purchase orders, funding transfers and budget increases, approving and preparing pay requests for contractors and overseeing budget adjustments. Pursues funding through partnerships with the private sector and grant mechanisms.
• Represents the Engineering Department on capital projects by preparing and/or presenting City Council communications and attending public meetings as needed; serves as the liaison between City departments for capital improvement projects.

Job Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR GRADUATE CIVIL ENGINEER

Salary Range: $1,783.39 - $2,764.30 (Bi-Weekly)

Formal Education / Knowledge Work requires specialized knowledge in a professional or technical field.

Knowledge is normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelor's degree or equivalent.

Experience Over one year up to and including two years of relevant experience.

Certification And Other Requirements

• Engineer in Training Certification Issued by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers
• Valid Texas Class C Drivers License

Minimum Qualifications For Civil Engineer Salary Range: $2,048.50 - $3,175.23 (Bi-Weekly)

Formal Education / Knowledge Work requires specialized knowledge of a discipline equivalent to that which is acquired in a Masters degree-level of study, P.E., Legal degree, CPA, etc.

Experience Over four years up to and including six years of relevant experience.

Certification and Other Requirements

• Licensed Texas Professional Engineer
• Valid Texas Class C Drivers License

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Reading Advanced - Ability to read literature, books, reviews, scientific or technical journals, abstracts, financial reports, and/or legal documents. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.

Math Advanced - Ability to apply fundamental concepts of theories, work with advanced mathematical operations methods, and functions of real and complex variables. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.

Writing Advanced - Ability to write editorials, journals, speeches, manuals, or critiques. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.

Managerial Receives limited directions. The employee normally performs the duty assignment according to his or her own judgment, requesting supervisory assistance only when necessary. The assignment may be reviewed upon completion. Performance is reviewed periodically.

Budget Responsibility Does research for documents, compiles data for computer entry, and/or enters or oversees data entry. Has responsibility for monitoring budget expenditures (typically non-discretionary expenditures) for a work unit of less than department size (programs, activities, projects or small organizational units)

Supervisory / Organizational Control Work requires supervising and monitoring performance for a regular group of employees or a work unit including providing input on hiring/disciplinary actions and work objectives/effectiveness, performance evaluations, and realigning work as needed. A first line supervisor typically performs these functions.

Complexity Work requires analysis and judgment in accomplishing diversified duties. Requires the exercise of independent thinking within the limits of policies, standards, and precedents.

Interpersonal / Human Relations Skills Recommendations regarding policy development and implementation are made and/or recommended. Evaluates customer satisfaction, develops cooperative associations, and utilizes resources to continuously improve customer satisfaction.

Health & Dental Insurance The City of Allen offers a choice of two PPO Medical Plan options for full-time employees. Vision insurance is included through enrollment in either of these plans. Employees also have the option of participating in an indemnity Dental Plan. Coverage is available to all full-time employees and their dependents under these plans at group rates. Employee insurance coverage goes into effect the first day of the month following 30 days of employment.

Insurance Coverage Basic Group Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment protection is provided to eligible full-time employees in the amount of one time the annual salary up to a maximum of $250,000 for each benefit.

Long-Term Disability Insurance is provided at no cost to full-time employees.

The City of Allen also offers optional programs that include Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Supplemental Life, Dependent Life and Voluntary AD&D insurance group rates.

Flexible Spending Accounts Participation in Flexible Spending Accounts through payroll deduction for Health Care and Dependent Care expenses is also available for full time employees.

Wellness Program The City of Allen administers a wellness program for full-time employees which provides premium reimbursement for participation in various wellness programs throughout the year.

Workers Compensation All employees are covered by workers compensation for injuries sustained in the line of duty.

Holidays Employees receive nine paid holidays per year, including one personal day.

Vacation Employees with less than five years of service are eligible to earn 80 hours per year. An employee with five or more years of service is eligible to earn 120 hours per year. Employees with ten or more years of service are eligible for 160 hours per year.

Sick Leave Employees earn 72 hours of sick leave per year. There is no limit to the amount of sick leave hours accrued.

Retirement The City of Allen participates in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS): All full-time employees must participate in the Texas Municipal Retirement System. TMRS is a qualified tax deferred retirement plan under Section 401 of the IRS. Seven (7%) percent of gross earnings are deducted each payroll as a pre-tax deduction and deposited into the member account. When an employee becomes vested and retires, the City provides 2-to-1 matching contributions. The City of Allen also participates in Social Security.

Deferred Compensation The City of Allen offers an optional deferred compensation 457 plan in which employees can contribute a portion of their salary, before taxes, to a retirement account.

Longevity Employees who have been with the City of Allen at least a year receive $4 per month for every month worked.

01

Please Indicate Your Highest Level Of Education:

• Masters Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Associates Degree
• None of the Above

02

Please indicate your years of work experience in civil engineering:

• 10 or More Years
• 5 to 10 Years
• 1 to 5 Years
• None of the Above

03

Are you currently licensed in the state of Texas as a Professional Engineer?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you currently hold the Engineer in Training certification issued by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question