Civil Engineer

Salary : $74,399.00 - $100,393.00 Annually
Location : Corvallis, OR
Job Type: Regular Full-time
Job Number: 24-00184
Department: Public Works
Division: AFSCME
Opening Date: 10/23/2024
Closing Date: 12/2/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit:: AFSCME
Classification:: Technical Analyst 3
FLSA Exempt Status: Overtime Exempt
Job Summary
Benton County is looking for a Civil Engineer to join the dedicated Public Works Department!
JOB SUMMARY
Provides engineering, program and project management services for coordination, design, construction, and operation of the transportation systems, land development reviews, and capital improvement projects which includes roads, bridges, stormwater, water, sewer, traffic control, permit systems and maintenance management. Provides project development and oversight for infrastructure design, development of plans and specifications and cost estimates, contract engineering and construction engineering and provides assistance with the securing of funds through various state and federal grant programs. Meets with citizens, neighborhoods, developers, businesses, utilities, committees, elected officials, state, federal and other local government agencies in regard to projects, programs or any other concerns.
Click here for a complete list of the duties, responsibilities and physical requirements of this position.
First review of applications is scheduled for November 7, 2024.
Applications submitted after this date may or may not be considered. This listing may close at any time after the first review date.
BENEFITS

• Generous time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance!
  • 10 Paid Holidays + 2 Floating Holidays + 8 hours of vacation accrual every month + sick leave! Vacation accrual increases with years of service.
• $0 Health Insurance Premium!
  • Medical, Dental and Vision - cover your eligible family members without additional premium.
  • In addition, the County contributes up to $1,400 per year to your Health Savings or Reimbursement account!
    • Apart from your deductible you can use this money for things that aren't traditionally paid by insurance - i.e. Ibuprofen, Tylenol and other preventative type medications
    • You never lose your Health Savings Account funds as it rolls over from year to year
  • Dependents up to age 26 are covered!
• Get ready for retirement. Generous employer paid contributions!
  • After 6 months of employment:
    • The County makes a retirement contribution of 6% of your salary towards Oregon PERS!
    • The County makes a deferred compensation 457b plan contribution of 1.5% of your salary! You can add more if you wish.
• A free and award-winning wellness program
  • Interactive and personalized approach focused on your whole health.
  • Onsite and virtual seminars, wellness challenges and fun activities.
  • Monetary incentives and cool prizes to engage everyone and meet your individual needs!
• 100% employer-paid coverage for AD&D ($100,000), Life ($50,000), and Long Term Disability coverage.
  • Supplemental plans are available at reasonable rates!
• Annual salary range of:
  • $74,399 - $100,393
  • This position is eligible for up to two salary raises within your first year. Increases may be given at the end of the 6-month probationary period, depending on starting salary, and at the 1-year anniversary, as long as your performance is in good standing! Increases are given until the maximum of the salary range is reached.
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The strength of our organization lies in the diversity of our workforce and the perspectives our employees bring to their work at Benton County.
We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and LGBTQIA+ community members.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (TA43MA)
The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university; AND
• 5 years of professional work experience in civil engineering

Special Requirements

• Valid Oregon Driver's License or the ability to obtain
• Oregon Professional Engineer License (must be obtained within 6 months of hire)
• ODOT Flagger card (must be obtained within 6 months of hire)
• First Aid/CPR certified (must be obtained within 6 months of hire)

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong technical background in engineering principles and practices
• Fluency in the use of CAD, GIS, spreadsheets and databases
• Excellent communication skills

Please ensure you have provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please click on the link:
Questions regarding this position can be directed to
Laurel Byer, Engineering and Survey Manager
Benton County Public Works
Telephone: 541-766-6013
Working & Living in Benton County
Perfectly placed in the Willamette Valley, 90 miles south of Portland and 40 miles north of Eugene, Benton County has easy access to urban areas with ample opportunities for cultural activities. Combined with outdoor recreation galore in the Cascade Range 80 miles to the east and the Coastal Range and Pacific Ocean 50 miles west, the county's 90,000 residents like to say they "have it all."
Working at Benton County
Living in Benton County
How to Apply

• To apply for this position, click on the "Apply" button to fill out all information in the online application and complete the questionnaire. Failure to do so may result in your application being removed from consideration.
• Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date, or the first review date will be considered.
• Answer all supplemental questions.

After you Apply

• You will get an email stating your application has been submitted. Log in to your NeoGov account before the job announcement closes to see if you have any pending tasks or notifications, and make sure to complete these tasks before the job announcement closes. These can be found under the "My Applications" section.
• Be sure to check both your email and NeoGov account for updates regarding this recruitment.

Additional information

• This is a FLSA exempt position.
• This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
• This position requires driving and may require use of a personal vehicle.
• Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.
• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: NOTE: If claiming veterans' preference please be sure to attach your DD214 or Disability letter from the VA.
• Benton County does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Benton County will review these documents to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
• If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation, please contact the Benton County Human Resources Department by calling 541-766-6081.

Benton County is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to work force diversity, fair employment practices and non-discrimination, including pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, marital status, family status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or source of income.
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EMPLOYEE BENEFITS AT BENTON COUNTY
Working for the County is so much more than a job. It is a chance to make a local difference - in your own life and the lives of the people around you.
Perfectly placed in the Willamette Valley, ninety miles south of Portland and forty miles north of Eugene, Benton County has easy access to urban areas with ample opportunities for cultural and major sporting events. Combined with unmatched outdoor recreation, County residents like to say they "have it all". With the Cascade Range, eighty miles to the East, and the Pacific Ocean fifty miles to the West - going out for a day at the beach, fishing, hunting, cycling or hiking is all within reach - Benton County truly offers something for everyone.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of its employees and their families. Competitive benefits and an active employee wellness program is a top priority for the County.
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Are you a Registered Professional Engineer or able to acquire certification within six months of hire?

• Yes
• No

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Please explain in detail any experience you have with traffic analysis and/or speed studies.
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Please provide details of any experience you have in grant writing and/or submitting projects for awards.
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Please explain in detail any experience you have with public presentations to large groups or audiences.
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