Civil Engineer V (SR-26)



Job Details

Civil Engineer V (SR-26)
Employer

County Of Maui

Salary

$5,255.00 Monthly

Location

Maui County (various), HI

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

2018-Civil Eng V

Department

Department of Water Supply

Opening Date

01/01/2018

Closing Date

Continuous

Description

IMPORTANT:  SR-26 (Appointment may be made at any rate within the salary range from $5,255, SR-26/C, to $7,480, SR-26/L, per month at which appropriate qualified applicants can be recruited).

Does difficult professional engineering work in supervising the design, construction, maintenance, and operation of civil engineering projects; prepares and supervises the preparation of designs, plans, specifications, estimates, and reports; and performs other related duties as assigned.
 
Distinguishing Characteristics:
 
This class differs from that of Civil Engineer IV in that it is responsible for a number of complex and major engineering projects operating simultaneously where the problems of supervision and coordination are pronounced; whereas, the Civil Engineer IV has responsibility for a complex and major engineering project or several less complex projects.
 
This class differs from that of Civil Engineer VI in that it has responsibility for supervising the design, construction, and maintenance of a number of complex engineering projects; whereas, the Civil Engineer VI provides administrative and technical direction over a variety of complex engineering programs and/or projects.

Examples of Duties

The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position.

  • Supervises preliminary and final surveys.
  • Designs and supervises the design of retaining walls, culverts, tunnels, sewers, sidewalks, highways, water lines and systems and other concrete, steel or timber structures.
  • Prepares and supervises the preparation of specifications and estimates.
  • Assigns project engineers and inspectors to construction projects.
  • Settles disputes between contractors and inspectors.
  • Approves changes during construction.
  • Makes special investigations and engineering economic studies.
  • Supervises the collection and analysis of statistical data.
  • Assists in preparing work schedules and budget estimates.
  • Supervises the preparation and maintenance of maps and records.
This is an amendment to the specification for the class CIVIL ENGINEER V, approved on September 18, 1962, amended March 19, 1980 and May 26, 1992, effective July 1, 1997.
 
APPROVED:  August 5, 1997

 

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major work in civil engineering and one (1) year of civil engineering work experience as a registered professional engineer.
 
License Requirements: Registration as a professional engineer in the United States at the time of filing, and possession of a certificate of registration as a professional engineer in the State of Hawaii prior to the completion of probation.
 
Knowledge of: civil engineering principles and practices; modern methods and practices used in the preparation of plans, specifications, estimates and reports; sources of engineering information; surveying and construction practices; principles and practices of supervision.
 
Ability to: plan, organize, and direct the work of engineering and technical employees in construction and inspection activities; develop engineering work programs; conduct engineering studies and prepare engineering reports, inspection reports and correspondence.
 
Health and Physical Condition:
 
Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for the performance of the duties.
 
Physical Effort Grouping:      Light
 
This is an amendment to the minimum qualification specification for the class CIVIL ENGINEER V, approved on September 18, 1962, amended March 18, 1990 and August 12, 1991, effective July 1, 1997.
 
APPROVED:   August  5, 1997

The County of Maui offers a generous benefit package, including the following:

Vacation
Eligible employees earn up to 21 days of vacation per year, with a maximum year-to-year carry over of 90 days. Eligibility to accrue vacation begins with the first work day.

Sick Leave
Eligible employees accumulate up to 21 days of sick leave per year. Eligibility to accrue sick leave begins with the first work day, and there is no limitation on the amount of sick leave that may be accumulated.

Retirement Plan
Eligible employees are required to join the State of Hawaii Employees Retirement System. This is a defined-benefit retirement plan. For additional information, please visit the ERS website at http://ers.ehawaii.gov/

Health Benefit Plans
The County of Maui offers the following health benefit plans for eligible employees:

  • Medical Plan (HMO or PPO)
  • Vision Plan
  • Dental Plan
  • Prescription Drug Plan
These benefits are administered by the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund, and contributions are payroll deducted.

Group Life Insurance
Group life insurance is provided at no cost to eligible employees.

Holidays
The County observes 13 holidays per year (14 in an election year).

Deferred Compensation Plan
Eligible employees may participate in the Island Savings Plan (a deferred compensation plan as provided under Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code.) This is a supplemental retirement savings plan that allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions into a variety of investment options.

Flex Spending Plan
Eligible employees can also participate in the County's Flexible Spending plan, a way to set aside a portion of pay, before taxes, to pay for qualifying dependent care or medical expenses.

Employee Assistance Program
The County also offers a voluntary assistance program which provides its employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work related problems.

Training
The County provides its employees with a variety of up-to-date training opportunities (i.e., computer application, professional seminars, heavy equipment operation, administrative & clerical skills, personal safety, etc.) to help them increase their knowledge, gain new skills, and to be more satisfied and effective in their jobs.

Leave Sharing
The County's leave sharing program allows employees to donate accumulated vacation leave credits to a qualified fellow employee who has a serious personal illness or injury.

Note: Specific benefits and their associated premiums are subject to collective bargaining, and are subject to changeBenefits may vary for temporary, hourly, and half-time employees.

01
Did you graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering? Note: You must attach a copy of your college degree stating field of study or a copy of your official college transcript.
  • Yes
  • No
02
This position requires registration as a professional engineer in the United States. Do you currently possess this certificate? Note: You must attach a copy to your application.
  • Yes
  • No
03
A certificate of registration as a professional engineer in the State of Hawaii is required prior to the completion of probation.
  • I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to the above.

* Required Question

Employer
County Of Maui
Address
200 South High Street

Wailuku, Hawaii, 96793
Phone
(808) 270-7850

Apply

OnlineApplication

Warning! You are using Internet Explorer 8. Some features of the Online Application are not fully supported in this version. Please upgrade to a later version of Internet Explorer for optimal performance.

Loading ...