City Engineer

Perform administrative, supervisory, and technical work in directing the Utilities Division of the Public Works Department; including maintenance and operation of the Water Treatment Plant, Wastewater Treatment Plant, water distribution and sewer collection systems, plan review, and capital project design and administration. This position is salaried and is considered exempt under FLSA.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

OPERATIONAL & MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT:  Manage the division responsible for capital infrastructure improvement construction projects, the operation of the Water Treatment Plant and well field, operation of the Wastewater Treatment plant, and operation and maintenance of the collection and distribution systems.  Assign work priorities to subordinates; assign and/or approve procedures and work methods.  Supervise personnel related to the Utilities Division, evaluates employee work performance, train department supervisors in proper performance evaluation procedures and counsel employees as required.  Responds to emergency calls and stand on-call when necessary.  Assumes other duties as assigned.

POLICY/RECORDS MANAGEMENT: Responsible for DEQ and EPA regulatory compliance associated with city water and wastewater systems.  Responsible for the development and approval of all utility system upgrades. Prepare and ensure implementation of public improvement standards.  Responsible for the development and maintenance of the city’s utility, capital construction, and as-built record systems.  These records are maintained in both digital and hard copy format. Review and approve applications and plans related to encroachment permits and right-of-way improvements.

PROJECT OVERSIGHT:  Oversee planning, scheduling, organizing, design development, project construction review, and construction management of capital improvement projects, annual maintenance projects, and other applicable work and projects and ensures timely completion thereof.  Ensure the coordination and prioritization of all existing and pending construction projects.

BUDGET & CAPITAL PLANNING: Assist the Public Works Director with the preparation, submittal, administration, and perpetual review and analysis of the capital improvement plan related to the Public Works Department, as well as research, analyze, and develop construction and financing plans regarding future city capital, maintenance and repair improvement projects.  Prepare Water Fund, Wastewater Fund, and certain General Fund budgets under the direction of the Public Works Director.  Authorizes expenditures in accordance with accepted city purchasing policies.  Assist the Public Works Director in applying for, obtaining, and administering grants and loans associated with the Utilities Division and Public Works Department.

PUBLIC RELATIONS/CUSTOMER SERVICE:  Deal with the public and respond to requests and/or complaints on matters regarding city water systems, wastewater systems, and capital improvement projects. Represents the City of Riverton by responding to the public, citizens, its employees, and others in a prompt, professional, and courteous manner while continuously maintaining a positive customer service demeanor. Attend meetings as required, advise and provide timely assistance to the Public Works Director, committees, boards, and City Council concerning technical and engineering-related matters and concerns.