Civil Engineer II
Job Summary
Evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria, using judgement in making engineering decisions related to the operation or construction of storm drain, sanitary sewer, water system and/or lake level systems. Updates capital improvement plans, and coordinates projects related to the various systems and facilities. Perform data analysis and prepare technical reports for the asset management programs associated with the utility systems. Assignments have specified objectives requiring the investigation of a limited number of variables and developing of new approaches to problems. When in the field, is alert to safety hazards. Utilizes current Countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.
Employees of this classification are required to be available for operational problems, equipment emergencies, widespread storms, power outages and other operations and maintenance emergencies as deemed necessary by management after normal working hours, weekends, and holidays. Also, employees in this classification are assigned On-Call duties as required by management.
Minimum Qualifications
Applications will be rejected if the following information is not provided at the time of application:
- Thoroughly documented work history
- Transcript with award date, if necessary to meet minimum qualifications
- The application is incomplete in ANY capacity
1. Possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Civil Engineering or closely related engineering field of study.
2. Have passed Part I of the Professional Engineer’s Examination.
3. Have had two (2) years of full-time engineering or closely related work experience.
NOTE: A Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited college, university may be substituted for one (1) year of the experience requirement above.
NOTE: Applicants possessing transcripts from a college or university outside of the United States will be required to provide documentation of degree equivalency from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (http://naces.org/members.html). The degree evaluation will be required for application processing.
4. Possess a valid United States motor vehicle operator’s or chauffeur’s license. Out of Country driver’s license holders will be required to obtain the appropriate valid State of Michigan driver’s license before the hire date.
5. Pass the complete examination, including the employment medical, established for this classification.
6. Successfully complete the six month probationary period.
Required Documents
Work History You are required to include your work experience in the Work Experience Section of your NEOGOV application. If you have previously included work history on a resume you must transfer your work history into the Work Experience Section prior to applying. Attached resumes will not be reviewed or considered. Please review the job posting, specifically the purpose of the position and the minimum qualifications, prior to answering the work experience question; and note that only related work experience will be considered. NOTE: Provide full detail in the employment history section noting the skills, experience and hours worked per week pertaining to the minimum qualifications.
College Transcripts
If you have completed education higher than a high school diploma or GED, you must attach a copy of your official/unofficial transcript(s) that clearly state the type of degree and date awarded/conferred, institution name, and applicant name; and is in a format that cannot be modified or edited. Your application will not be considered for further review if you have failed to provide this information. Transcripts from outside the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (http://naces.org/members.html). This documentation must be attached to your application if you are certifying you have an education higher than high school/GED. NOTE: This section is used for TRANSCRIPTS ONLY. If a job offer is made, an official transcript with the award date will be required.