City Engineer; Director

Overview

The City of Kodiak is recruiting for regular, full-time City Engineer (Director).

The Engineer (Director) is an executive level position, under general administrative supervision, responsible for providing engineering management and design for City projects; prepares bid documents and construction contracts for capital construction projects; prepares requests for proposals (RFPs); prepares and reviews plans, specifications, and bid documents for City projects; provides contract administration and project management; and administers professional services contracts with engineering consultants.

Responsibilities include construction inspection and testing; maintenance of the Citys Standard Construction Specifications and Standard Details document; works closely with City departments on various facility improvements and projects; evaluates and makes recommendations on proposals for architectural and engineering services; tracks professional service design fees and construction projects costs; provides financial information to the City Manager, the Finance Department, appropriate department directors, and funding agencies for grant and other financial reporting;

and assists department directors with preparation of grant and other funding requests.

The City of Kodiak owns and operates many public facilities, including, but not limited to streets, ports and harbors, sewer systems, water systems and buildings. The Engineer is responsible for providing the high-quality engineering services necessary for the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of the citys public facilities. The Engineer must perform these duties in a manner that reflects favorably on the City and the Department, and maintains a level of professional expertise that promotes efficient use of the resources available to the Department.

High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) and Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field; a minimum of seven to 10 years of progressively responsible professional engineering and project experience; including three years of supervisory and management experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

• Valid Alaska Drivers License or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
• Registered as a Professional Engineer in the State of Alaska within 90 days of hire

Hiring Salary Range is based on qualifications and experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer.