NEOGOV · 3 months ago
City Utilities Engineer
Panama City, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a City Utilities Engineer to assist the Public Works Director in managing the Utilities Division. This role involves oversight of various teams related to utilities, planning, fiscal management, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
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Responsibilities
Provides oversight and general direction to Underground Utilities, Wastewater Treatment, Lift Stations and Laboratory Team Superintendents
Evaluates the short- and long-range needs of the City regarding the services provided by the Water Systems, Lift Stations, Wastewater and Laboratory Teams, defining new or upgraded facilities necessary to accommodate these needs
Review of designs and construction plans prepared by consulting engineers
Design and review of utility infrastructure performed internally
Evaluates the fiscal needs of the entire Utilities Division and develops rate structures or other financial plans to accomplish the goals of the department and plans to meet those needs
Plans, reviews and supervises departmental policies, programs and operations through work activity supervisors
Prepares work plans and projects for both water and sewer systems
Directs the activities involved in the operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment, collection and water distribution system, including laboratory analysis control
Directs the activities involved in the operation and maintenance of the sewage disposal system
Monitor field operations as they relate to utilities infrastructure
Troubleshoot utility issues and respond to emergency failures, including line breaks and natural or manmade disasters
Coordinates work activities with other City programs and projects
Evaluates work activities through review of work plans, reports, conferences and inspections
Reviews plans at meetings and by inspection before approval actions within the Public Works Department and Utilities Division
Prepares and monitors the Utilities Division budget
Directs and monitors the activities relating to all personnel actions within the division
Assists in evaluating the short and long-range needs of the City regarding the services provided by the Water System, Wastewater, Lift Stations, and Laboratory
Identifies sources of grant funding or low-interest loans (e.g., State Revolving Fund) for major projects and prepares appropriate applications for these funding sources
Make technical evaluations and provide comments on facility plans and/or equipment proposed for the divisions
Maintains current knowledge of applicable Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) regulations, ensuring departmental compliance with evolving environmental standards and guidelines
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering or related field
Seven (7) years experience in the management, oversight, operation and maintenance of water, wastewater, lift stations and/or laboratory systems, of comparable size, with at least four (4) years of which must have been in a responsible supervisory capacity
Preferred
Master's Degree in Business or Management
Licensing by the Florida Board of Professional Engineers as a Professional Engineer is strongly preferred
Benefits
12 Days of Paid Time Off
12 Days of Paid Sick leave– 6 may be used for family
12 Days of Paid Holidays
Birthday Leave
Bereavement Leave
Military Leave
Social Event Outings
Employee Assistance Program
Medical Benefits-Team Member (ZERO cost option available)
Family Member Benefits available (City supplemented premium)
Dental Benefits (Premium paid in FULL for Team Members)
Orthodontic coverage for children (under 19)
Vision Benefits
Blood Drives (ADDITIONAL Paid Time Off for participation)
Wellness Incentive Program
Health Savings Account/ Medical FSA
General Employee Retirement Pension Fund (10% of annual compensation)
Access to Professional Financial Advisory Services
City Paid Life Insurance and AD&D ($50,000)
Additional Life and AD&D coverage available for employees, spouse, and Children
Short-term Disability (Paid in FULL by City)
Long-term Disability (Paid in FULL by City)
Accidental Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Education Assistance Program/ Tuition Reimbursement
Job Stability & Security
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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