Job Description

Engineer III - Sewers (Sewer District No. 1)

• Type: Rockland County Government
• Salary/Pay Rate: $110,419/year
• Posted Date: 01/29/2025 11:13 AM

seeks a licensed professional engineer for a F/T position for engineering work of a complex nature involving responsibility for supervision of various construction and renovation projects with the Rockland County Sewer District #1.

Candidate must have thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of engineering programs, especially as related to sewer and sewer plant construction; good knowledge of physics and mathematics; working knowledge of laws and regulations governing wastewater treatment; ability to plan, develop and direct engineering programs and activities relating to sewer and sewer plant construction; ability to plan, lay out and supervise engineering activities; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to prepare complex technical reports, correspondence and resolve problems.

Supervises the design and preparation of plans and specifications for alteration and addition to or enhancement of wastewater treatment plant and pumping station facilities and equipment, sewer system components, buildings, grounds and roadways, etc.; Evaluates technical and economic need for rehabilitation, upgrading or expansion of District facilities, buildings, grounds, roadways, etc. and provides detailed analyses for consideration by the Board of Commissioners; Supervises construction projects in the rehabilitation, upgrade and expansion of various District facilities; Monitors and coordinates contractor and subcontractor schedules among projects and with the Sewer District’s operations and maintenance activities; Plans ongoing comprehensive sewer system maintenance program and infiltration/inflow removal program; Provides technical and engineering support as required for all aspects of operations and maintenance activities, including emergency response planning and actual response; Prepares and may conduct or supervise the conduct of training programs for technical, operations and maintenance personnel; Prepares pay estimates and punch lists; Reviews shop drawings; Negotiates change orders and reviews claims documentation; Inspects and accepts work; Supervises the activities of the various repair and supply contractors in use by District, as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Professional Engineer’s license (PE) issued by the State of New York and two (2) years of post-license engineering experience that substantially involved work in the design and construction management of wastewater treatment plants, sewer lines, pumping stations, and or related facilities
• Possession of a New York State Professional Engineer’s license which must be maintained throughout the course of employment in this title. Possession of a valid driver’s license. Pre-employment medical examination and medical clearance for the use of respiratory equipment

Other Requirements and Information:

• Candidate must be a legal resident in States of New York, New Jersey or Connecticut
• Civil Service examination requirements have been waived for this position
• Candidate must only meet the minimum qualifications for consideration

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary depending on qualifications; starting salary of $110,419
• 40 Hour work week
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Time off including vacation, personal, and holiday time
• New York State Pension eligibility
• Other benefits, including, but not limited to deferred compensation, tuition reimbursement, leadership and other professional development training

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should email a completed Rockland County application or send a resume to: langanj@co.rockland.ny.us

Position open until filled.

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