Assistant County Engineer

The Assistant Highway Engineer coordinates with the County Engineer the supervision and operation of the Highway Department. The Assistant Engineer is responsible for supervising the engineering department in design, inspection, and documentation for county construction projects. The Assistant Engineer also represents the Highway Department and the County Engineer, in his absence, at meetings, seminars, conferences, Board meetings and other functions.

Education:
Graduation from an accredited College or University with a B.S.degree in Civil Engineering; and preferred experience of five years of highway design/construction inspection/documentation/contract administration experience working with a State/County/CityEngineering/Public Works Department, Civil Engineering Consultant or Private Contractor that conducts public works projects for the State, Counties or Municipalities. This period should include a minimum of four years of experience as a Senior (Level II) Certified Construction Technician.; or equivalent combination of education/training/experience.
OR
Graduation from an accredited College or University with an associate's degree in civil engineering technology; and preferred experience of seven years of highway design/construction inspection/documentation/contract administration experience working with a State/County/City Engineering/Public Works Department, Civil Engineering Consultant or Private Contractor that conducts public works projects for the State, Counties or Municipalities. This period should include a minimum of four years of experience as a Senior (Level II) Certified Construction Technician.; or equivalent combination of education/training/experience.
Requirements:
Certified MnDOT Construction Technician in all fields as Level I & Level II within 5 years of employment.
State of Minnesota Department of Transportation certified as Bridge Safety Inspector Level II “Team Leader” within 5 years of employment.
Certified in all levels of Erosion Control by the University of Minnesota within 5 years of employment.
Professional Engineer licensure preferred; not required.
Supervisory and management experience and training.
Good communication skills, both oral and written.
Need to be organized,self motivated,and able to motivate subordinates.
Able to establish good working relationships with MnDOT Engineers and personnel, County Commissioners, County Administrators, Engineer, Maintenance Foreman, Accountant, Technicians, Township Officials, City Personnel,Engineering Consultants, utilities and contractors.
Must be able to represent Brown County and Engineer at conferences, seminars, meetings and other functions.