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Location : 300 Sixth Street Rapid City, SD
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 202300135
Department: Public Works
Division: Engineering
Opening Date: 10/16/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
ABOUT US
Conveniently located at the base of a low mountain range Rapid City is considered the gateway to the Black Hills. Surrounded by 1.2 million acres of forested hills it is within a one-hour drive to 6 national parks, multiple monuments, and memorials and is rich in culture and experiences. From the vibrant downtown, presidential statues, and art studios to the cultural expressions seen throughout, it offers diversity to its citizens while still providing a small-town feel. The City of Rapid City is a growing community - a fantastic opportunity to work, live, and play in one of the most beautiful locations in the world!
The Public Works Department is a multi-faceted department tasked with providing the foundation our community is built on. From providing necessary utility services like water, water reclamation, and solid waste, to creating and maintaining complex systems like public transportation, street and traffic operations, GIS mapping databases, and engineering services, Public Works is leading the way to create a vibrant future for our community. The Public Works Department works together to grow, maintain, and protect our community through reliable service and sustainable infrastructure.
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The City of Rapid City offers fantastic benefits including 2 healthcare options with low premiums, 6% employer-matching retirement, life insurance benefits, short-term disability, and generous vacation and sick leave. For a detailed benefit summary, click here.
Union
This position is part of the AFSCME Union. Applications received within the work unit will be considered first.
Position Details
ABOUT OUR JOB
Do you want to be part of the team helping to build a better Rapid City? As a Construction Inspection Engineering Technician, you will play an active role in overseeing the construction of public infrastructure and improvement projects to ensure compliance with regulations and City standards and improve the overall quality of the infrastructure systems in our community.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Additional Information
ABOUT YOU
We understand your time is valuable, so we encourage you to apply if you meet the following minimum requirements:
Qualifications:
The City of Rapid City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
City of Rapid City Benefit Summary
Explore the benefits that are offered to the City of Rapid City's full-time, and part-time benefited employees.
Health Care Program
Health - The City of Rapid City is a self-funded healthcare program. As such, we are able to offer heavily discounted premium rates for our employees and their dependents(s). Choose between a High Deductible Healthcare Program (HDHP) or our Traditional Health Care Plan both of which are covered through Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS).
Dental - Dental coverage is through Delta Dental of South Dakota with a base and enhanced plan option. Competitive plan prices are available to City Employees.
Vision - Vision coverage is through Avesis with a base and enhanced plan option. Competitive plan prices are available to City Employees.
Flexible Spending Accounts - Flexible Spending Account (FSA) is a tax-saving tool that lets you pay for medical or dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Employees who wish to participate can use these funds to pay for Medical, Dental, Vision, and other healthcare-related expenses.
Health Savings Account - Health Savings Accounts (HSA) is a tax savings tool available to individuals who hold High Deductible Healthcare Plans (HDHP). This plan allows you to designate and put aside pre-tax dollars to use for qualified medical expenses. Employees who enroll will enjoy a city contribution of up to $500 into their HSA account.
Coverage for Health, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Health Savings accounts starts on the first of the month following the employee's start date.
Retirement Plan
The City of Rapid City participates in the South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS). The South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS) is a cost-sharing, multiple employers, public employee retirement system. Members of SDRS include full-time employees of State City and County Governments and other public entities. Through this pension plan, employees contribute 6% (8% for public safety) with the City matching that contribution percentage. The vesting schedule through SDRS is 3 years. Retirement benefits are payable for the member's lifetime.
The City also offers additional retirement options through the South Dakota Retirement System Supplemental Retirement Program. Employees are automatically enrolled and contribute to a 457 (b) at $25 monthly. This supplemental program is a great opportunity to save additional funds on top of the main SDRS account and allows contributors to save more on a pre-tax or post-tax basis.
Paid Time Off
Vacation - At the start of employment through the first four years City employees accrue vacation at the rate of 3.08 hours per pay period equaling 80.08 hours yearly. Vacation accruals increase with longevity.
Sick Leave - City Employees earn Sick Leave which is accrued at the rate of 2.16 hours per pay period, with unlimited rollover.
Short-Term Disability - City employees earn short-term disability leave at a rate of 2.16 hours per pay period with unlimited rollover. This benefit is paid at 100% of the employee's wage at the time of usage. Restrictions apply.
Holidays - The City of Rapid City observes 11 Holidays per calendar year. City employees are eligible for paid holidays starting at the beginning of employment. Personal holidays are given to City Employees based on their union contract.
Life Insurance
The City partners with MetLife to provide a $35,000 basic life, accident, and D&D insurance policy for employees. Optional coverage for spouse and dependent(s) can be elected.
Wellsteps
Rapid City has a wellness program through Wellsteps, where they help you make small changes that will make a big difference in your life from physical fitness, to financial, and mental fitness. They cover all aspects of your life, so you can live life to its fullest! Prizes are offered on varying levels of participation.
AFLAC
The City partners with AFLAC to provide additional insurance coverage. From a traditional Cancer policy, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital, to additional Short-Term Disability and Life insurance coverages, they have what you need. The coverages are transferable and premiums can be payroll deducted.
For a more detailed overview of our benefits package, click on the weblink
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If you have specific questions, contact Human Resources.
Location : 300 Sixth Street Rapid City, SD
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 202300135
Department: Public Works
Division: Engineering
Opening Date: 10/16/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
ABOUT US
Conveniently located at the base of a low mountain range Rapid City is considered the gateway to the Black Hills. Surrounded by 1.2 million acres of forested hills it is within a one-hour drive to 6 national parks, multiple monuments, and memorials and is rich in culture and experiences. From the vibrant downtown, presidential statues, and art studios to the cultural expressions seen throughout, it offers diversity to its citizens while still providing a small-town feel. The City of Rapid City is a growing community - a fantastic opportunity to work, live, and play in one of the most beautiful locations in the world!
The Public Works Department is a multi-faceted department tasked with providing the foundation our community is built on. From providing necessary utility services like water, water reclamation, and solid waste, to creating and maintaining complex systems like public transportation, street and traffic operations, GIS mapping databases, and engineering services, Public Works is leading the way to create a vibrant future for our community. The Public Works Department works together to grow, maintain, and protect our community through reliable service and sustainable infrastructure.
For more information, please visit the .
The City of Rapid City offers fantastic benefits including 2 healthcare options with low premiums, 6% employer-matching retirement, life insurance benefits, short-term disability, and generous vacation and sick leave. For a detailed benefit summary, click here.
Union
This position is part of the AFSCME Union. Applications received within the work unit will be considered first.
Position Details
ABOUT OUR JOB
Do you want to be part of the team helping to build a better Rapid City? As a Construction Inspection Engineering Technician, you will play an active role in overseeing the construction of public infrastructure and improvement projects to ensure compliance with regulations and City standards and improve the overall quality of the infrastructure systems in our community.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Monitors and inspects construction projects under the supervision of a senior inspector or project manager to ensure compliance with codes, ordinances, plans, and specifications.
- Conducts and documents stormwater pollution prevention plan inspections in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Inspects safety aspects of jobs in progress, including barricades and traffic control; encourages contractors to observe applicable safety rules and regulations.
- Maintains log of inspections performed; prepares periodic and special reports as required.
- Prepares progress payment documents for public works projects; retains plans and specifications until project completion.
- Checks plans, pay requests, and construction and "as-built" documents for completeness and accuracy.
- Confers with contractors, engineering and inspection staff, consultants, and others to resolve issues that arise in the field; interprets and enforces regulations, ordinances and policies; attends weekly and ad-hoc project site meetings with the contractors, client and consultant staff, franchise utility companies, and others associated with the project construction as required.
- May perform routine field testing of construction materials.
Additional Information
ABOUT YOU
We understand your time is valuable, so we encourage you to apply if you meet the following minimum requirements:
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and
- Three years of related experience in construction observation or Civil Engineering tasks.
- Must possess a valid driver's license or ability to obtain within 30 days from date of hire.
- A combination of education and experience deemed appropriate to fulfill the role and responsibilities of this position will be considered.
The City of Rapid City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
City of Rapid City Benefit Summary
Explore the benefits that are offered to the City of Rapid City's full-time, and part-time benefited employees.
Health Care Program
Health - The City of Rapid City is a self-funded healthcare program. As such, we are able to offer heavily discounted premium rates for our employees and their dependents(s). Choose between a High Deductible Healthcare Program (HDHP) or our Traditional Health Care Plan both of which are covered through Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS).
Dental - Dental coverage is through Delta Dental of South Dakota with a base and enhanced plan option. Competitive plan prices are available to City Employees.
Vision - Vision coverage is through Avesis with a base and enhanced plan option. Competitive plan prices are available to City Employees.
Flexible Spending Accounts - Flexible Spending Account (FSA) is a tax-saving tool that lets you pay for medical or dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Employees who wish to participate can use these funds to pay for Medical, Dental, Vision, and other healthcare-related expenses.
Health Savings Account - Health Savings Accounts (HSA) is a tax savings tool available to individuals who hold High Deductible Healthcare Plans (HDHP). This plan allows you to designate and put aside pre-tax dollars to use for qualified medical expenses. Employees who enroll will enjoy a city contribution of up to $500 into their HSA account.
Coverage for Health, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Health Savings accounts starts on the first of the month following the employee's start date.
Retirement Plan
The City of Rapid City participates in the South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS). The South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS) is a cost-sharing, multiple employers, public employee retirement system. Members of SDRS include full-time employees of State City and County Governments and other public entities. Through this pension plan, employees contribute 6% (8% for public safety) with the City matching that contribution percentage. The vesting schedule through SDRS is 3 years. Retirement benefits are payable for the member's lifetime.
The City also offers additional retirement options through the South Dakota Retirement System Supplemental Retirement Program. Employees are automatically enrolled and contribute to a 457 (b) at $25 monthly. This supplemental program is a great opportunity to save additional funds on top of the main SDRS account and allows contributors to save more on a pre-tax or post-tax basis.
Paid Time Off
Vacation - At the start of employment through the first four years City employees accrue vacation at the rate of 3.08 hours per pay period equaling 80.08 hours yearly. Vacation accruals increase with longevity.
Sick Leave - City Employees earn Sick Leave which is accrued at the rate of 2.16 hours per pay period, with unlimited rollover.
Short-Term Disability - City employees earn short-term disability leave at a rate of 2.16 hours per pay period with unlimited rollover. This benefit is paid at 100% of the employee's wage at the time of usage. Restrictions apply.
Holidays - The City of Rapid City observes 11 Holidays per calendar year. City employees are eligible for paid holidays starting at the beginning of employment. Personal holidays are given to City Employees based on their union contract.
Life Insurance
The City partners with MetLife to provide a $35,000 basic life, accident, and D&D insurance policy for employees. Optional coverage for spouse and dependent(s) can be elected.
Wellsteps
Rapid City has a wellness program through Wellsteps, where they help you make small changes that will make a big difference in your life from physical fitness, to financial, and mental fitness. They cover all aspects of your life, so you can live life to its fullest! Prizes are offered on varying levels of participation.
AFLAC
The City partners with AFLAC to provide additional insurance coverage. From a traditional Cancer policy, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital, to additional Short-Term Disability and Life insurance coverages, they have what you need. The coverages are transferable and premiums can be payroll deducted.
For a more detailed overview of our benefits package, click on the weblink
click
If you have specific questions, contact Human Resources.
