Steuben County

Professional Engineer

Steuben County, New York is currently recruiting candidates for the position of PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER.

This position is located at the Steuben County Department of Public Works.

The work involves responsibility for the performance of a wide variety of complex professional engineering duties of considerable magnitude and importance in the Department of Public Works. The work is carried out in accordance with standard, well established and accepted professional engineering methods, techniques, and procedures and involves the primary oversight and personal performance of design, inspection, and certification activities for County bridge construction and reconstruction projects. Acting as an engineering consultant to the Commissioner of Public Works, the incumbent may be consulted on any matter requiring professional engineering expertise, including County road and landfill projects. Supervision will be exercised over engineering staff and oversight of the field work to ensure that designs are followed and specifications are adhered to. Work is performed under the general direction of the Commissioner of Public Works, with wide leeway allowed the incumbent for the exercise of independent judgment in carrying out assignments and activities, because of the specialized, technical, and professional-level nature of the work performed. Duties are usually performed in close conjunction with supervisors of the various divisions of the Department of Public Works, with the Professional Engineer giving advice as needed, monitoring results, and performing inspections. Day-to-day supervision of project crews is usually not a feature of this class. Does related work as required.

Must be successful in a Civil Service Exam at a later date.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering and four years of full time paid experience in the field of civil engineering, two years of which must have involved bridge design/construction/maintenance activities.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT(S)

Possession of a currently valid license to practice as a Professional Engineer in New York State is required for appointment and as a condition of continued employment.

SALARY/BENEFITS

• $76,502 - $119,683, depending upon experience

• NYS Retirement and an excellent benefits package

Original application due by March 8, 2021 to:

Mary Jo Snyder, Confidential Secretary Steuben County Department of Personnel

3 East Pulteney Square Bath, NY 14810

Phone: (607) 664-2319

STEUBEN COUNTY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER