Resolution 04-027 Creating Engineer Classification CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
SPOKANE COUNTY,WASHINGTON
RESOLUTION NO. 04-027
A RESOLUTION CREATING AN ENGINEER CLASSIFICATION AND JOB
DESCRIPTION FOR THE CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY.
WHEREAS, the City Council from time to time must create new employee classifications and
adopt conditions of employment for those newly-created classifications; and
WHEREAS, the City Council adopted Spokane Valley Municipal Code provision 2..50.070,
which, in part, provides that position classifications and job descriptions shall be developed for new
positions; and
WHEREAS, the City Council through Resolution No. 03-031 adopted job descriptions for City
positions.
NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved by the City Council of the City of Spokane Valley, Spokane
County, Washington,as follows:
Section 1. New Employee Classification and Position Description for Entineer Adopted.
The City of Spokane Valley creates the new employee classification of "Engineer", and adopts the
position description for the position of Engineer, attached hereto as Attachment 1, as if fully set forth
herein. This job description includes a pay grade classification of 16.
Section 2. Remaining Job Descriptions Unchanged. The remainder of the job descriptions
contained in Resolution No. 03-031 as adopted or amended remain unchanged by this action.
Section 3. Effective Date. This Resolution shall be effective upon adoption.
Adopted this 144' day of December,2004.
City of Spokane Valley
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C iristine Bainbridge, City Clerk -
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Cary P.1 skEll, Deput Attorney
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CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Class Title: Engineer job Code Number: 310
Department: Public Works Grade Number: 16
Division: NA . .FLSA Status: Exempt
Date: January 1, 2005 Location: City I-Iall
GENERAL PURPOSE
Performs a variety of technical, supervisory and complex engineering work in the
, accomplishment of transportation, stonnwater, utility, environmental and other Public 'Works
projects and programs, ensuring technical competence and.compliance with all current codes and
criteria.
SU RV1SION RELIVED:
Works under the general guidance and direction of a Senior Engineer.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
N/A
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide professional engineering design, management, and review of engineering plans.
specifications, and estimates related to private developments and municipal capital projects
prepared by consultants and/or city staff.
May exercise project supervision over assistant engineers and/or technical staff as assigned.
Develops, evaluates potential impacts and assists in rendering decisionsfor The following:
• Design standards and Deviation Requests from property owners, developers, private and •
governmental engineers, and utility conapanies-
• Conditions of Approval for private development projects.
• Road and easement establishments and vacations.
• Developer Agr-eenieots
Coordinates the formation and operation of Local Iniproven,ent Districts as required.
Determines and accurately applies appropriate codes, regulations, and requirements for assigned
projects.
Coordinates the preparation of, or develops, engineering plans and specifications, coordinates
required advertising for bids, reviews construction bids and makes necessary recommendations
based on lowest and best bids, competency of vendors and consultants, and the selection criteria.
Provides project management for the design and/or construction of municipal public works
projects. Oversees assigned projects to ensure consultanticontractor compliance with time and
budget parameters for the project.
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Performs review of state and federal stormwater and environment permitting regulations. Assists
in determining compliance with applicable stormwater and environmental requirements.
Coordinates the development of reviews, and/or updates the storm drainage, sanitary sewer,
water, and street system maps, data base, and comprehensive plans.
Assists in maintaining the engineering library and infrastructure records.
Assures as-built records of capital projects, and documents necessary changes for the operation
and maintenance programs.
Responds to public or other inquiries relative to engineering policies and procedures on specific
projects and other information.
Evaluates issues and options regarding municipal public works and makes recommendations.
Maintains regular contact with consulting engineers, construction project engineers, City,
County, State and Federal agencies, professional and technical groups and the general public
regarding division activities and services.
Provides intersection signal and channelization design. Assists in developing and maintaining a
pavement management system.
PERIPHERAL DUTIES
Reviews, makes recommendations and/or approves Public `Yorks-related permits,such as utility,
street use and franchise utility.
Assists in the evaluation of transportation and traffic impacts of development proposals, permits,
rezones, plats, etc. Prepares traffic, utility and other studies and reports.
Assists in the training of other city personnel in public works design and construction techniques.
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
(A) Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in civil engineering or
a closely related field; and
(B) Minimum of three (3) years previous professional civil engineering experience
including at least two years of municipal engineering; previous supervisory experience
desired; or
(C) Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
(A)Thorough knowledge of civil engineering principles,practices and methods as applicable
to a municipal setting; thorough knowledge of applicable City policies, laws, and
regulations affecting Division activities;
(B) Considerable skill in arriving at cost estimates on complex projects; skill in operating the
listed tools and equipment.
(C) Ability to conununicate effectively, orally and in writing, with employees,consultants,
other governmental agency representatives, City officials and the general public; ability
to conduct necessary engineering research and compile comprehensive reports.
Position Description: Engineer 2
(D) A key value of the City is customer service. This position requires considerable •
knowledge, ability and skill in the principles and practices of excellent customer service
as practiced in both the private and public sectors- It requires the ability to effectively
meet and deal with the public; the ability to handle stressful situations; the ability to greet
and respond to customers in a fi-iendly, pleasant and professional manner using
appropriate inflection, grammar and syntax; the ability to establish and maintain effective
working relationships with employees, supervisors, and the general public; the ability to
maintain a professional, courteous, and pleasant demeanor in difficult and stressful
situations; and the ability to diplomatically deal with difficult people. A willingness to
expend extra effort to help the public find answers or information relative to their inquiry
or complaint is expected.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
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Must possess a valid State driver's license or have the ability to obtain one prior to employment;
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) iii the State of Washington or reciprocal
certification;
TOOLS AND EOUIPMENT USED
Personal computer, including word processing, spreadsheet, and data base and computer-aided-
design software; standard drafting tools; surveying equipment including level, theodolite and
electronic distance measuring devices; motor vehicle; phone; mobile radio-
, - PHYSICAL DEMANDS
DS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
Work is performed mostly in office settings. Some outdoor work is required in the inspection of
various land use developments, construction sites, or public works facilities. Work necessitates
moving about on construction work sites, and may take place under adverse weather conditions.
Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate drafting instruments, computers and various
pieces of office equipment, -
While perforating the duties of this.job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use
hands 1:o finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
The emp]oyee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop; kneel, crouch, or crawl;
talk or hear; and smell.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities
required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth
perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job- Reasonable. accommodations
. may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Position Description: Engineer 3
While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather
conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high,
precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne
particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
SELECTION GUIDELL ES
Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check;job
related tests may be required.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be
performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the
position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and
employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and
requirements of the job change.
Approval: Approval:
Human Resources Manager City Manager
Effective Date: January 1,2005 Revision History: New
Position Description: Engineer 4