JOB LOCATION
15151 E Alameda Pkwy Aurora, Colorado 80012-1555
City of Aurora, Colorado
It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.
Why Work for Aurora?
- Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
- Diverse community
- Competitive total compensation package
- Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
- Light rail station minutes away
- On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
- Access to innovation workspaces
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
New employees are eligible for a $5,000 bonus; with $2,500 paid on the first payroll, and $2,500 paid upon completion of six (6) month introductory period from hire date.
Salary to be Commensurate with experience
The Hiring range for this position is $98,187.84-$122,734.80/Annually
The Salary range for this position is $98,187.81-$153,418.50/Annually
OVERVIEW OF POSITION / DEPARTMENT
The Senior Engineer position will be responsible for a variety of engineering and technical tasks primarily supporting Project Delivery Teams. These responsibilities generally include capital and design project management.
The deadline for submitting applications is Monday April 8th, 2024 Commencing Tuesday April 9th, 2024. the initial review of all received applications will be conducted. However, please note that the application process may close at any time without prior notice if a sufficient pool of qualified applicants is obtained.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
General Duties and Responsibilities
Apply advanced engineering knowledge and understanding to assigned tasks
Employ a in-depth knowledge of permitting and Identify when permits are required for construction
Read, review and understand construction drawings and engineering reports
Coordinate and collaborate with team members in the division, department, City and third party as required
Review/write memos, develop presentations and create figures.
Deliver high quality work products
Be a technical resource for junior staff
Be responsive, courteous and customer service oriented
Project Delivery Specialty
Procuring and managing design consultants and contractors to deliver a capital improvement project.
Demonstrate a high level of organizational and decision-making skill
Exhibit an aptitude for managing sensitive, often high-profile situations and projects
Responsible for planning, administering and completing assigned projects
Oversee various size projects of significant magnitude in terms of complexity, cost, and time-constraints
Develops detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and status reports
Ensures adherence to quality standards and reviews project deliverables
Provides status updates
All - performs other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Experience / Education:
Bachelor's Degree in engineering, architecture, or directly related field
Master’s Degree preferred
8 + years of experience
Knowledge:
General proficiency in MS Office products
Knowledge of Accela, SharePoint, EADOCs, GIS, INFOR, Innovyze modeling products, considered a plus
Abilities:
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and Aurora Water contractors
Multi-task; manage projects
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Analyze and compile technical information and reports
Evaluate and interpret a variety of asset data
Skills:
Licenses and Certifications:
Professional Engineering License. If not in the State of Colorado, the ability to obtain within 6 months.
Colorado driver's license with a good driving history
WORKING CONDITIONS
Essential Personnel:
Physical Demands:
Sedentary physical work requiring the ability to lift a maximum of 10 pounds
Occasional lifting, carrying, walking, and standing
Vision sufficient to read computer screens, printouts, and related documents
Dexterity to operate a computer system and other related equipment
Speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and citizens
Endurance sufficient to sit and work at a computer for long periods of time
Work Environment:
Works in a clean, comfortable environment
The work environment will occasionally include field visits to Aurora Water facilities (treatment facilities, pump stations, tanks, reservoirs, etc.)
Equipment Used:
Operates a motor vehicle; survey equipment; measuring equipment such as tapes, levels and micrometers, camera and personal computer.
This position may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment.
For Veterans preference: Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.
The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.
Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:
As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check and drug screening. Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.
