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The City of Spokane is hiring a Principal Engineer. Managers at this level provide strategic direction, integration, and oversight for engineering projects and programs within a major section of a Public Works department or Development Services while leading initiatives and the development of new approaches, providing technical vision and expert guidance. They manage relationships with key stakeholders and influence organizational policies and standards while driving continuous improvement in engineering practices. They also supervise professional, technical, and administrative support staff, either directly or though subordinate levels of supervision.

EXAMPLES OF JOB FUNCTIONS

• In a supervisory capacity, plans, develops, conducts, and coordinates Public Works and Utility projects.
• Supervises the development and evaluation of plans and criteria for a variety of projects and activities to be carried out by others. Monitors funding sources for Public Works activities, and develops programs, schedules, and funding applications. Assesses the feasibility and soundness of the project as defined by technical reports and environmental studies.
• Audits meetings involved with defining or developing policies pertaining to Public Works project activities. Acts as a liaison for the City with developers, and with County, State, and Federal agencies involved in Public Works activities.
• Responsible for the development, preparation, and schedule of the entire design effort of the Department. Authorizes design changes within established procedures.
• Responsible for the administration of all Public Works construction management activities. Directs the collection of field data. Coordinates field construction and inspection activities.
• Directs and coordinates the activities of consultants and contractors in the planning, design, or construction management of Public Works projects.
• Directs and coordinates the street operation and maintenance division.
• Operates an automobile, drafting equipment, personal computer, computer terminal, reprographic equipment, and calculator.

• Performs related work as required.

   

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Open Entry Requirements:

(Open-entry applicants must meet all requirements when they apply.)

• *Experience: *Eight years of professional engineering experience in planning, design, or construction, two years of which must be directly supervising professional engineering staff.
• Substitution: A Master's Degree in Engineering may be substituted for one year of experience.
• Licenses:

Licensure as a Professional Engineer in the state of Washington, to be maintained throughout

employment.

Valid driver's license or otherwise demonstrated ability to get to and from multiple work

locations is required.

*Please click "apply" to view the Civil Service examination details on the official job *posting.

BENEFITS

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• AFLAC
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation
• Legal Shield/ID Shield
• Pet Insurance

• Voluntary Life Insurance

   

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity within our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status, genetic information, veteran/military status or disability status. As a Fair Chance employer, City of Spokane does not conduct initial background screening for non-public safety positions.