Stormwater Coordinator/Drainage Engineer - Surveyor - PAT V

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this document 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.

Incumbent serves as Stormwater Specialist/ Drainage Engineer for the County Surveyor, responsible for various Stormwater surveying, engineering and construction related duties.

DUTIES:

• Assists in enforcing Stormwater ordinance and standards, mapping the Stormwater system, reviewing construction plans, issuing permits, performing inspections as well as overseeing infrastructure improvements, requiring knowledge of GIS and mapping software and PHASE II NPDES compliance and reporting.  
• Serves as a department liaison to the public, contractors, developers and consultants for public and private drainage projects, including answering questions and resolving conflicts.
• Assists in supervising and directing assigned personnel, including planning and implementing work assignments.
• Investigates complaints as assigned.
• Performs various administrative duties as assigned.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

I. JOB REQUIREMENTS AND DIFFICULTY OF WORK:

• Requires a minimum of an associate degree in engineering, land surveying, water resources or closely related field. Baccalaureate degree preferred and three years experience in appropriate area.
• Thorough knowledge of GIS and mapping software.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed prints, construction plans, specifications, and various property records, such as legal descriptions, aerial and plat maps.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with co-workers, other County departments, State, County and local officials, contractors, consultants, and the public, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities, and disabilities.
• Ability to plan and layout assigned work projects and work with others in a team environment.
• Ability to work on several tasks at the same time and complete assignments effectively amidst frequent distractions and interruptions.
• Ability to occasionally work extended hours.
• Possession of valid driver’s license and demonstrated safe driving record.
• Working knowledge of and ability to make practical application of state and local regulations regarding Rule 13, Rule 5, subdivision construction and drainage projects.

II. DIFFICULTY OF WORK:

Incumbent assists County Surveyor in designing and completing construction projects according to Department goals and objectives and standard practices of the profession, exercising independent judgment in determining construction project priorities and ensuring compliance with legal requirements. 

Incumbent’s work involves a wide variety of administrative drainage and surveying duties, often requiring careful consideration of new and or unusual situations and circumstances.

III. RESPONSIBILITY:

Incumbent receives administrative direction, with general objectives indicated. Incumbent makes an extensive contribution to development and implementation of department objectives, policies and procedures, discussing unprecedented situations with County Surveyor as needed. Decisions and work product are reviewed primarily for soundness of judgment and compliance with legal requirements. 

VI. PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIPS

Incumbent maintains frequent contact with co-workers, other County departments, State, County and local officials, contractors, consultants, and the public for the purpose of exchanging and explaining information and resolving problems.

Incumbent reports directly to County Surveyor.

IV. PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

Incumbent performs duties in standard office environment and outdoors, which may involve standing/walking for long periods, pushing/pulling/lifting/carrying equipment weighing under 25 pounds, crouching/kneeling, bending, reaching, close and far vision, hearing sounds/communication and handling/grasping/fingering objects.

Incumbent occasionally works extended and or evening hours and serves on 24-hour call for emergencies.