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Location : Elkhorn, WI
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2024-00003
Department:Public Works
Opening Date: 01/04/2024
Closing Date: 1/25/2024 11:59 PM Central
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Position Summary
This position, under general supervision, is responsible for coordinating and supervising interdisciplinary engineering design and construction work on a variety of Public Works projects including building construction, renovations, maintenance and repairs. This position develops project lists and priorities and assists in the development of budgets and policies related to the county's infrastructure. The position is also responsible for assembling and maintaining the county's master plans.
SCHEDULE
Days: Monday - Friday
Work Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Hours Per Shift: 8
Shifts Per Pay Period: 10
Position FTE: 1.00 full-time, salaried exempt
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Act as a department representative in short- and long-term facilities planning in order to accommodate centralized master planning efforts.
Lead, coordinate, and develop department space utilization studies; supervise remodeling requests; manage county campus utility infrastructure and plans.
Coordinate annual Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) updates and work with county departments on annual updates to 5-year plans. Supervise associated proposal estimate process.
Coordinate division project lists and set priorities based on internal and external factors.
Plan, organize, oversee, and supervise the life-cycle management of redesign and reconstruction of existing and new county facilities.
Manage architectural and engineering facility assessments, designs, specifications, reviews, estimates, bids, quality control, and technical oversight of new and existing county facilities and other properties.
Supervise and consolidate A/E firm performance assessment reviews related to a contract extension and workload distribution.
Act as managing professional on all assigned projects and coordinates work with county's contracted architects and engineers. Review plans and specifications prepared by consultants for county projects from project development to completion; schedule and coordinate all design and construction processes.
Perform engineering design, estimating, specification writing and contract administration for smaller county projects, as directed.
Write bid specifications and requests for proposals and participate in the bidding process for major purchases, construction work, and consultant services for the Department of Public Works.
Perform construction supervision and inspection on assigned projects including schedule and budget monitoring, attending progress meetings, reviewing contractor submittals and payment requests, and preparing contract change orders for Public Works contracts.
Obtain all necessary permits and licenses, when required.
Manage County Engineer/Project Management Records and Database Systems.
Serve as the County ADA Compliance Officer. Coordinate County Title II compliance and other aspects of ADA compliance.
Demonstrate a commitment to county safety and risk management efforts.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in architecture, civil engineering, construction management, or related field with a minimum of five years of engineering and construction experience in a leadership or technical advisory role. Job costing and project management experience required. Proven experience with AutoCAD and other engineering programs required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of standards for Public Works construction.
Ability to interpret engineering reports and communicate opinions both in writing and verbally.
Ability to coordinate complex projects utilizing contract management skills.
Knowledge of civil and construction engineering principals applied to the preparation of plans, specifications, estimates and reports for Public Works construction.
Knowledge of Wisconsin Commercial Building Code.
Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, piping, controls, energy management, energy conservation, and architectural or structural systems including design, layout, and specifications.
Demonstrated in-depth knowledge and experience with all aspects of HVAC including, but not limited to, design, operation, maintenance, acoustics, controls, and diagnostics.
Ability to communicate effectively and to establish and maintain effective, professional working relationships with associates, county representatives, contractors, and consultants.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Possess a valid Wisconsin driver's license. Employee is required to furnish his or her own vehicle for business related travel and must maintain minimum limits of auto liability insurance.
State of Wisconsin Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
Interactions and Communications
Provides specialized information and/or recommendations to others regarding an area of expertise.
Decision Making
This position has authority to make decisions that are within general procedures and protocols. These decisions directly impact performance in the job and/or work unit within the department and information is provided with additional research and observations which contributes to the decision making process.
Thinking and Problem Solving
In relation to established procedures, protocols and policies of the County, challenges and problems in this position are typically diverse and complex, relating to broad operating policies for facilities owned by the county, and are typically covered by precedent or established practice.
Tools & Equipment Used
Telephone Personal Computer/Printer
Calculator Copy Machine
FAX Machine
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Selection Process
TO INCLUDE:
Formal Walworth County Electronic Application
Education & Experience Review
Verification of Driver's License
Oral Department Interview
Reference Check
Background Check
Post Offer Physical Exam
Drug Screen
Other job related tests may be required.
WALWORTH COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFIT SUMMARY
I - Salaried Exempt Employees
BARGAINING UNIT: Salaried Exempt Employees
DATE: January 1, 2019
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: All employees of Walworth County are at-will employees.
BASIS OF PAYMENT: Salaried, FLSA Exempt. You are not eligible for overtime or compensatory time. You are required to account for all time absent from your regular work schedule.
SCHEDULED TIME OFF: Accrued based on salary each pay period. All accrued scheduled time off hours are available for use, subject to approval of your supervisor. You accrue scheduled time off (pro-rated for part-time) equivalent to the following:
15 days per year after 1 year of Walworth County Service
20 days per year after 5 years of Walworth County Service
25 days per year after 15 years of Walworth County Service
PERSONAL TIME OFF: Employees will receive 64 hours of personal time off as a lump sum at the beginning of each year (pro-rated for part-time and newly-hired employees). At the end of each calendar year, an employee may request to move remaining personal time off hours to the extended sick leave bank. If no request is made, any remaining hours shall be paid out on the employee's last pay date of the calendar year.
EXTENDED SICK LEAVE BANK: Used for time off of work for more serious health conditions that require three or more consecutive days off or when on an approved leave of absence.
HOLIDAYS: Ten paid holidays each year. As a part-time employee, you receive pro-rated holiday pay based on your positions budgeted FTE.
INSURANCE: Employees hired into a .75 FTE or higher position are eligible for Health, Dental, Life, Vision Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability insurance benefits on the first of the month following 30 days of service provided you complete enrollment forms within 30 days of hire. Employees hired into a .50 FTE or higher position are eligible for all benefits listed below except Health insurance. Employees hired into a .49 FTE or less position are eligible to participate in Short-Term Disability only.
Health Insurance: You can choose Tier 1 or Tier 2. Tier 1 is a standard co-pay plan. Tier 2 is a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA). The County will contribute an amount approved by the County Board, payable as a lump sum to your HSA for Tier 2. You may also elect to contribute to your HSA up to the IRS maximum. You may elect either family or single coverage. The monthly premium will be split between the County and the employee.
Dental Insurance: You may elect either family or single coverage. The county shall pay 100% (single or family) of the premium for a full-time and 50% (single or family) of the premium for a part-time employee enrolled in dental insurance.
Life Insurance: The County provides you with term life insurance in an amount equal to $50,000. You have the option of purchasing additional coverage for yourself, spouse, and/or dependent children.
Short-Term Disability Insurance: The County provides you with Short-Term Disability Insurance with premiums paid by the employer.
LTD Insurance: The County provides you with Long-Term Disability Insurance. The monthly premium is 0.83% of your insured monthly wages. The County shall pay 67% of the premium & the employee shall pay 33% of the premium.
Vison Insurance: You may elect to participate in Vision insurance. The employee electing coverage shall pay 100% (single or family) of the premium for vision insurance.
WISCONSIN RETIREMENT: You are covered under the Wisconsin Retirement System if you are expected to work a minimum of 1200 hours per year for a period of one year or more. The WRS provides you with separation, disability or retirement benefits upon termination. The payment is split between the county and employee, as prescribed by state law. Employees expected to work less than 1200 hours per year will not receive this benefit.
EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE: After completing 6 months of employment, you are eligible to participate in the Educational Assistance Program and receive partial reimbursement for tuition upon completion of approved courses.
TAX-SHELTERED BENEFITS: You may elect to participate in the following tax-sheltered benefits:
Deferred Compensation (S457 plan)
Medical Spending Account (S125 plan)
Dependent Care Plan (S125 plan)
Health Savings Account (S223 plan)
WORKERS COMPENSATION: You are covered by Workers Compensation for any illness or injury arising out of your employment. Medical expenses and compensation for lost time are paid from the workers' compensation plan. In addition, the County will supplement the workers' compensation lost-time payment for up to 1 year, making you whole on a "net-check" basis.
DIRECT DEPOSIT: You are required to participate in direct deposit of your paycheck to a banking institution of your choice.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: You and your family are encouraged to use the Employee Assistance Program for help in addressing confidential family and financial matters. EAP services are provided through Curalinc. Please call 888-881-5462 for help.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: You will receive pay for up to 3 days for the purpose of bereavement over the death of your spouse, child, step-child, parent, step-parent, brother, sister, grandparent, grandchild, mother-in-law, father-in-law, or other member of the immediate household (excluding renters).
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Location : Elkhorn, WI
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2024-00003
Department:Public Works
Opening Date: 01/04/2024
Closing Date: 1/25/2024 11:59 PM Central
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Position Summary
This position, under general supervision, is responsible for coordinating and supervising interdisciplinary engineering design and construction work on a variety of Public Works projects including building construction, renovations, maintenance and repairs. This position develops project lists and priorities and assists in the development of budgets and policies related to the county's infrastructure. The position is also responsible for assembling and maintaining the county's master plans.
SCHEDULE
Days: Monday - Friday
Work Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Hours Per Shift: 8
Shifts Per Pay Period: 10
Position FTE: 1.00 full-time, salaried exempt
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Act as a department representative in short- and long-term facilities planning in order to accommodate centralized master planning efforts.
Lead, coordinate, and develop department space utilization studies; supervise remodeling requests; manage county campus utility infrastructure and plans.
Coordinate annual Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) updates and work with county departments on annual updates to 5-year plans. Supervise associated proposal estimate process.
Coordinate division project lists and set priorities based on internal and external factors.
Plan, organize, oversee, and supervise the life-cycle management of redesign and reconstruction of existing and new county facilities.
Manage architectural and engineering facility assessments, designs, specifications, reviews, estimates, bids, quality control, and technical oversight of new and existing county facilities and other properties.
Supervise and consolidate A/E firm performance assessment reviews related to a contract extension and workload distribution.
Act as managing professional on all assigned projects and coordinates work with county's contracted architects and engineers. Review plans and specifications prepared by consultants for county projects from project development to completion; schedule and coordinate all design and construction processes.
Perform engineering design, estimating, specification writing and contract administration for smaller county projects, as directed.
Write bid specifications and requests for proposals and participate in the bidding process for major purchases, construction work, and consultant services for the Department of Public Works.
Perform construction supervision and inspection on assigned projects including schedule and budget monitoring, attending progress meetings, reviewing contractor submittals and payment requests, and preparing contract change orders for Public Works contracts.
Obtain all necessary permits and licenses, when required.
Manage County Engineer/Project Management Records and Database Systems.
Serve as the County ADA Compliance Officer. Coordinate County Title II compliance and other aspects of ADA compliance.
Demonstrate a commitment to county safety and risk management efforts.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in architecture, civil engineering, construction management, or related field with a minimum of five years of engineering and construction experience in a leadership or technical advisory role. Job costing and project management experience required. Proven experience with AutoCAD and other engineering programs required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of standards for Public Works construction.
Ability to interpret engineering reports and communicate opinions both in writing and verbally.
Ability to coordinate complex projects utilizing contract management skills.
Knowledge of civil and construction engineering principals applied to the preparation of plans, specifications, estimates and reports for Public Works construction.
Knowledge of Wisconsin Commercial Building Code.
Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, piping, controls, energy management, energy conservation, and architectural or structural systems including design, layout, and specifications.
Demonstrated in-depth knowledge and experience with all aspects of HVAC including, but not limited to, design, operation, maintenance, acoustics, controls, and diagnostics.
Ability to communicate effectively and to establish and maintain effective, professional working relationships with associates, county representatives, contractors, and consultants.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Possess a valid Wisconsin driver's license. Employee is required to furnish his or her own vehicle for business related travel and must maintain minimum limits of auto liability insurance.
State of Wisconsin Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
Interactions and Communications
Provides specialized information and/or recommendations to others regarding an area of expertise.
Decision Making
This position has authority to make decisions that are within general procedures and protocols. These decisions directly impact performance in the job and/or work unit within the department and information is provided with additional research and observations which contributes to the decision making process.
Thinking and Problem Solving
In relation to established procedures, protocols and policies of the County, challenges and problems in this position are typically diverse and complex, relating to broad operating policies for facilities owned by the county, and are typically covered by precedent or established practice.
Tools & Equipment Used
Telephone Personal Computer/Printer
Calculator Copy Machine
FAX Machine
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Selection Process
TO INCLUDE:
Formal Walworth County Electronic Application
Education & Experience Review
Verification of Driver's License
Oral Department Interview
Reference Check
Background Check
Post Offer Physical Exam
Drug Screen
Other job related tests may be required.
WALWORTH COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFIT SUMMARY
I - Salaried Exempt Employees
BARGAINING UNIT: Salaried Exempt Employees
DATE: January 1, 2019
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: All employees of Walworth County are at-will employees.
BASIS OF PAYMENT: Salaried, FLSA Exempt. You are not eligible for overtime or compensatory time. You are required to account for all time absent from your regular work schedule.
SCHEDULED TIME OFF: Accrued based on salary each pay period. All accrued scheduled time off hours are available for use, subject to approval of your supervisor. You accrue scheduled time off (pro-rated for part-time) equivalent to the following:
15 days per year after 1 year of Walworth County Service
20 days per year after 5 years of Walworth County Service
25 days per year after 15 years of Walworth County Service
PERSONAL TIME OFF: Employees will receive 64 hours of personal time off as a lump sum at the beginning of each year (pro-rated for part-time and newly-hired employees). At the end of each calendar year, an employee may request to move remaining personal time off hours to the extended sick leave bank. If no request is made, any remaining hours shall be paid out on the employee's last pay date of the calendar year.
EXTENDED SICK LEAVE BANK: Used for time off of work for more serious health conditions that require three or more consecutive days off or when on an approved leave of absence.
HOLIDAYS: Ten paid holidays each year. As a part-time employee, you receive pro-rated holiday pay based on your positions budgeted FTE.
INSURANCE: Employees hired into a .75 FTE or higher position are eligible for Health, Dental, Life, Vision Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability insurance benefits on the first of the month following 30 days of service provided you complete enrollment forms within 30 days of hire. Employees hired into a .50 FTE or higher position are eligible for all benefits listed below except Health insurance. Employees hired into a .49 FTE or less position are eligible to participate in Short-Term Disability only.
Health Insurance: You can choose Tier 1 or Tier 2. Tier 1 is a standard co-pay plan. Tier 2 is a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA). The County will contribute an amount approved by the County Board, payable as a lump sum to your HSA for Tier 2. You may also elect to contribute to your HSA up to the IRS maximum. You may elect either family or single coverage. The monthly premium will be split between the County and the employee.
Dental Insurance: You may elect either family or single coverage. The county shall pay 100% (single or family) of the premium for a full-time and 50% (single or family) of the premium for a part-time employee enrolled in dental insurance.
Life Insurance: The County provides you with term life insurance in an amount equal to $50,000. You have the option of purchasing additional coverage for yourself, spouse, and/or dependent children.
Short-Term Disability Insurance: The County provides you with Short-Term Disability Insurance with premiums paid by the employer.
LTD Insurance: The County provides you with Long-Term Disability Insurance. The monthly premium is 0.83% of your insured monthly wages. The County shall pay 67% of the premium & the employee shall pay 33% of the premium.
Vison Insurance: You may elect to participate in Vision insurance. The employee electing coverage shall pay 100% (single or family) of the premium for vision insurance.
WISCONSIN RETIREMENT: You are covered under the Wisconsin Retirement System if you are expected to work a minimum of 1200 hours per year for a period of one year or more. The WRS provides you with separation, disability or retirement benefits upon termination. The payment is split between the county and employee, as prescribed by state law. Employees expected to work less than 1200 hours per year will not receive this benefit.
EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE: After completing 6 months of employment, you are eligible to participate in the Educational Assistance Program and receive partial reimbursement for tuition upon completion of approved courses.
TAX-SHELTERED BENEFITS: You may elect to participate in the following tax-sheltered benefits:
Deferred Compensation (S457 plan)
Medical Spending Account (S125 plan)
Dependent Care Plan (S125 plan)
Health Savings Account (S223 plan)
WORKERS COMPENSATION: You are covered by Workers Compensation for any illness or injury arising out of your employment. Medical expenses and compensation for lost time are paid from the workers' compensation plan. In addition, the County will supplement the workers' compensation lost-time payment for up to 1 year, making you whole on a "net-check" basis.
DIRECT DEPOSIT: You are required to participate in direct deposit of your paycheck to a banking institution of your choice.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: You and your family are encouraged to use the Employee Assistance Program for help in addressing confidential family and financial matters. EAP services are provided through Curalinc. Please call 888-881-5462 for help.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: You will receive pay for up to 3 days for the purpose of bereavement over the death of your spouse, child, step-child, parent, step-parent, brother, sister, grandparent, grandchild, mother-in-law, father-in-law, or other member of the immediate household (excluding renters).
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