City of Hartford Hiring for Stormwater Engineer at Hartford, WI Full Time

STORMWATER ENGINEERING, CITY OF HARTFORD, WISCONSIN

The City of Hartford, WI is seeking a Stormwater Engineer to join our engineering team. This position performs professional civil engineering work related to the City’s MS4 stormwater program, including coordination of the program and budget, and review of City capital improvement projects, residential subdivision developments, commercial / industrial developments for compliance with the stormwater regulations, compliance with stormwater permits, and associated duties. Position reports to City Engineer. The preferred candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited program, a Wisconsin P.E. designation eligible within 1-4 years. Non-Engineering candidates with significant training, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the required duties described will be considered. Salary will range from $65,000-$75,000 DOQ. The City of Hartford offers an outstanding benefit package. Complete job description and application for employment are available on the City website: ci.hartford.wi.us. Applications and resumes must be received at the Office of the City Administrator, 109 North Main Street, Hartford, WI 53027. Applications and Resumes will be reviewed and interviews scheduled on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. The Hiring manager expects first interviews will be scheduled in early August, 2023. The City of Hartford WI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Municipal / Stormwater Engineering

The City of Hartford, WI is seeking a Stormwater Engineer to join our engineering team. This position performs professional civil engineering work related to the City’s MS4 stormwater program, including coordination of the program and budget, and review of City capital improvement projects, residential subdivision developments, commercial / industrial developments for compliance with the stormwater regulations, compliance with stormwater permits, and associated duties. Position reports to City Engineer.

Responsibilities:

• Perform hydrologic, hydraulic, and water quality modeling, and geospatial evaluations;
• Prepare written and graphic reports and make presentations;
• Perform watershed and water quality assessments and conventional aspects of watershed planning and BMP prioritization;
• Mentor/train engineering and public works staff;
• Lead or support the design efforts for a variety of water resources and site development projects.
• Prepare engineering designs, specifications, and associated duties primarily in the stormwater utility area, but also including the wastewater, water, and highway areas, under the supervision of the City Engineer.
• Perform project-engineering and project management duties on assigned City infrastructure projects.
• Review subdivision plats and grading plans.
• Review plans for public improvements, subdivisions, and commercial/industrial developments for compliance with stormwater regulations and other requirements
• Review drawings and design data of stormwater facilities for compliance under the supervision of the City Engineer.
• Review, oversee, and/or perform inspections on assigned public improvement, subdivision, and commercial/industrial construction projects. Assist with project layout and staking.
• Assist in the performance and coordination of construction inspection activities for compliance with stormwater regulations and other requirements.
• Prepare draft cost estimates and materials take-off sheets.
• Check survey metes and bounds.
• Provide information to the public regarding drawings, maps, plats, and other City records.
• Provide the public information on City permits and issue permits when other department staff require assistance.
• Coordinate activities to address stormwater complaints. Answer questions from residents regarding stormwater issues.
• Forge working relationships with WDNR staff regarding stormwater and utility permitting and compliance.
• Provide engineering assistance to in-house and contract Inspector positions.
• Assist departments to develop good housekeeping plans as related to stormwater regulations.
• Coordinate and assist in establishing and maintaining an inventory of storm sewer system.
• When required for stormwater management, coordinate activities with Information Services and City/County Geographical Information System (GIS).
• Perform stream outfall inventories and illicit discharge program inspections.
• Prepare and submit data and documents in fulfillment of the City of Hartford MS4 stormwater permit to the Wisconsin DNR and staff.

Preferred Candidate Requirements:

• Knowledge of stormwater management regulations;
• Wisconsin PE or the ability to obtain within 1-4 years;
• 1-4 years of experience in designing and managing a wide variety of site development stormwater projects;
• Experience with hydrology and hydraulic software such as WinnSLAMM/HydroCAD/StormCAD and GIS software.
• Requires ability to demonstrate communication and relationship skills courteously, professionally, and where necessary, confidentially.
• Operating knowledge is needed for construction equipment and tools.
• Must possess knowledge and ability to operate drafting equipment, computer, plotting machines, conventional copy machine, telephone, calculator, and small hand tools.
• Having the knowledge and ability to operate AutoCAD, GIS, and GPS software is strongly desired.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited college or university.

· One to four years of proven experience as related to the responsibilities of this position.

· Valid Driver’s License

· Ability to perform regular inspections in, on and adjacent to stormwater BMP’s, including those located in rough or uneven terrain with heavy vegetation.

· Non-Engineering candidates with significant training, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the work and duties described will be considered.

WAGE:

$65,000-$75,000 DOQ

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• On call

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Hartford, WI 53027: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person