Managing Engineer

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Section: Wastewater Operations
Reporting Location: 4545 Groveway Drive
Workdays & Hours: M-F/7a-4p*
*Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Manages and directs a variety of engineering activities and personnel to identify, evaluate, manage and rehabilitate various systems.
• Lead the Wastewater Collection System Analysis group and responsible for analyzing the collection system while prescribing preventative measures designed to reduce sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs) and improve long term performance in alignment with Consent Decree commitments.
• Provides technical expertise in researching, developing, redesigning, monitoring and implementing various plans, designs and projects.
• Establishes goals, evaluates performance and manages budget.
• Responds to inquiries by departments, consultants, agencies and the public.
• Supervises and monitors quality control efforts of existing staff and trains/develops new personnel.
• Attends meetings and conferences.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires graduation from approved curriculum in engineering that is approved by the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers with a satisfactory standing.
OR
Requires graduation from an engineering or related science curriculum at a recognized institution of higher education, other than a curriculum approved by the Board and passage of the eight-hour fundamentals of engineering examination prescribed by the Board.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Eight years of active practice in engineering work after graduation from an approved curriculum in engineering, with four of the years as a licensed Professional Engineer, are required.
Substitution: A Master’s degree in Engineering may be substituted for up to two years of the above experience requirement.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS:
Requires registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas. A specific branch of engineering (such as civil, mechanical, structural, etc.) may be required.

PREFERENCES

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**
Preference will be given to candidates that possess a Class A Wastewater Operator License issued by Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None
However, the department may administer a skills assessment test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: No
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
PAY GRADE 31
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-6020.
If you need special services or accommodations 832-393-6020 (TTY 7-1-1)
If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.