Engineering Division Manager

Under the general supervision of the Director of Public Works, the Engineering Manager oversees the daily operations of the Engineering Division to include planning, implementation and management of engineering activities, to develop department policies, procedures and standards and provide supervision and direction to the Engineering staff.

1. Supervises assigned staff, including assigning and reviewing work and procedures, establishing priorities, training, evaluating performance and recommending personnel actions in accordance with departmental and Village policies and procedures including imposing discipline.
2. Directs and supervises design and implementation of engineering projects by staff engineers and consultants.
3. Manages projects in process. Resolves problems and makes final decisions regarding plans and specifications, and acceptance of projects.
4. Performs analysis of proposed and requested engineering projects including scheduling, cost estimates and special assessments, and coordination with regulating agencies.
5. Provides Project Management by meeting with consultants, developers, contractors, property owners and others during all phases of projects and other engineering activities to coordinate efforts, resolve problems and assure the satisfactory completion of projects.
6. Performs Engineering designs and prepares plans and specifications for municipal construction projects utilizing computer aided design and drafting equipment.
7. Reviews, analyzes and corrects construction plans and specifications, and grading and drainage computations and designs for construction projects in the Village prepared by consulting engineers.
8. Prepares stormwater management plans including design of stormwater retention/detention basins.
9. Prepare cost estimates for projects to be considered in Village Capital Budget and Operating Budget.
10. Prepares Engineering Reports, and makes presentations and recommendations to Village Board and Committees at Public Hearings and meetings.
11. Assists in the preparation of the department budget.
12. Prepares Subdivision Development Agreements and other legal documents for municipal purposes including various types of deeds, easements, agreements and contracts.
13. Investigates, researches and resolves complaints, involving property owners, contractors, and developers.
14. Researches technical information, and interprets and provides technical data to contractors, developers, engineers, property owners, other jurisdictional agencies and other Village Departments.
15. All other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
1. Thorough knowledge of the engineering theories, principles, and practices applied in the selection, location, design, construction, and maintenance of infrastructure, bridges, and other transportation facilities.
2. Thorough knowledge of the modern principles and practices of infrastructure design, engineering, construction, and maintenance.
3. Thorough knowledge of Federal, State, and local statutes and regulations regarding infrastructure design and construction, access, land drainage, land acquisition, storm water management, public bidding, floodplains, and environmental impacts.
4. Thorough knowledge of WDNR Regulations and Wisconsin Department of Transportation processes.
5. Thorough knowledge of laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to infrastructure and traffic engineering.
6. Comprehensive knowledge of computer aided design systems and asset management databases (i.e. Civil 3D and ESRI products).
7. Considerable knowledge of computerized department program software, internet access, database, spreadsheet, and word processing programs.
8. Working knowledge of geographic information systems.
9. Ability to utilize word processing, database, and spreadsheet programs.
10. Ability to gather and analyze technical research, make comprehensive recommendations, and implement effective solutions on engineering projects or concerns.
11. Ability to deal with the public and media regarding Public Works concerns.
12. Ability to make logical decisions consistent with Department policy, statutes, and the interests of both the Village and the public.
13. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, including making formal presentations to the Village Board, committees, communities, businesses, and the public.
14. Ability to serve as a facilitator when dealing with the public, staff, consultants, and contractors.
15. Ability to plan, organize, direct, review, and evaluate the work of staff and handle any personnel issues of the staff.
16. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with crew, staff, colleagues, contractors, consulting engineers, Wisconsin Department of Transportation, municipalities, other government agencies, other Village departments, and the general public.
17. Ability to effectively interact with sensitivity with persons from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, educational, racial, ethnic, and professional backgrounds, and persons of all ages and lifestyles.

1. Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or closely related field.
2. At least eight (8) years of progressively responsible Civil Engineering experience.
3. At least two (2) years of supervisory or lead worker experience.
4. Certification of Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) issued by the State of Wisconsin.
5. A valid Wisconsin driver's license or ability to obtain one upon hire.

Please attach cover letter and resume to the application but not in lieu of completing the application thoroughly.
Communication regarding the status of this recruitment will be sent via email.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Position requires extreme accuracy and prolonged sitting in the performance of daily duties and frequent repetitive keyboarding motion for preparing reports and other documents. The position also requires walking and some standing and lifting of boxes. Must be able to travel occasionally as needed.
The equipment required to be used for this position includes a phone system, desktop computer, copy machine, and scanner.
The Village of Menomonee Falls will provide reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (as amended).

EEOE STATEMENT
The Village of Menomonee Falls provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Village will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.