Civil Engineer I or II

The City of Cedar Rapids is seeking a skilled and experienced Civil Engineer II.
We are looking for a dedicated engineer to join our organization and make a lasting impact on our community.
The ideal candidate will have public sector experience, be well-versed in modern principles and practices of engineering, and possess great communications skills.
At the City, we are committed to employing individuals who reflect our community’s diverse backgrounds and this position is crucial in the success and strategic direction of a growing and evolving community.
We appreciate and leverage the vast experience individuals bring beyond the technical requirements of a job.
If you are an individual with similar experience listed here please consider applying.
Experience and skills combined with commitment to our core values is key to building a greater community now and for the next generation.
About our Community Nestled in the heart of Iowa, Cedar Rapids is our vibrant and diverse community known for its rich history, culture, and natural beauty.
Our city has a strong sense of community which can be seen at any of our numerous parks, recreational opportunities, and family-friendly events year round.
You can also explore our thriving downtown district, filled with shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, or take a stroll along the Cedar River, which runs through the heart of the city.
Cedar Rapids - Why you should live here! About this Opportunity Performs engineering, reviewing, planning, and designing of public improvement projects for the City’s Engineering Division.
The Civil Engineer II classification is distinguished from the Civil Engineer I classification by the increased complexity and diversity of engineering plans and level of reports developed by individuals in this classification.
Examples of Essential Duties Performs engineering planning, design and drafting work to develop plans, specifications, bid documents, and grant applications for public improvement projects such as roadway, traffic control, storm sewer systems, sanitary sewer systems, trails, streetscaping, bridges, drainage, and flood control system projects.
Reviews and coordinates responses on similar designs of private developments.
Recommends project improvements to engineers and contractors to increase constructability effectiveness.
Develops construction specifications, materials projections, proposed methodology and project cost estimates.
Conducts field and site reviews of proposed engineering and construction projects to develop project concepts and identify problems.
Conducts field and site reviews of customer inquiries to determine appropriate engineering solutions and responsible parties.
Assists in departmental projects including ordinance research and development.
Signs engineering designs, if licensed, when required.
Monitors surveys and drafting reports, parameters and data.
Responds to inquiries Prepares public improvement contract documents and recommends easement acquisition.
Develops and delivers presentations.
Attends meetings, conferences and workshops as requested and authorized.
Performs related work as required.
Required Education and Experience I: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering, or a related field No experience required Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse population II: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering, or a related field and Three to five years of experience designing engineering and construction projects or An equivalent combination of education and/or experience Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse population I/II: Required Licenses or Certifications Valid U.
S.
Driver’s License Desired Qualifications Engineer Intern Certificate issued by the State of Iowa, or the ability to obtain within 6 months.
Additional Information Work Schedule Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:30pm Salary I: $61,692.
80- $83,304.
00 annually II: $70,636.
80- $95,430.
40 annually Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement The City of Cedar Rapids is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
All job applicants will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history).
Applicants with Disabilities We respect and value people with disabilities and are committed to providing a workplace culture of disability inclusion.
People with disabilities are supported during the hiring process and are encouraged to apply for employment with the City of Cedar Rapids.
In support of the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations will be provided to those in need of assistance with the application and interview process.
To request an accommodation, contact the City's Human Resources department by phone at 319-286-5000 or by email at hr@cedar-rapids.
org.
We offer benefits and beyond for our employees and their families! The City of Cedar Rapids provides outstanding pay, benefits, time off, including: With participation in the Wellness Program, the Choice Family PPO plan cost is only $75.
38 per month for 2023! Medical co-insurance for participating providers of 90% plan / 10% employee Iowa Public Employee’s Retirement Pension plans (IPERS) (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) with a 9.
44% City contribution and 6.
29% employee contribution 11 paid holidays per year Up to $3,000 per year in educational assistance 4 weeks of paid parental leave Public Service Loan Forgiveness – (The PSLF program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time for a qualifying employer.
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) Generous flex leave (paid-time off) Annual pay increases Typically receive annual cost of living increase depending on budget 100% City paid basic life insurance Dental, vision, long-term disability, and supplemental life insurance Commitment to professional development View our non-bargaining Choice Plan Benefits Summary (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader)