Job Information
Allen County Engineer Roadway Engineer in Lima, Ohio
Position Title: Roadway Engineer
Department: Road
Civil Service Status: Unclassified
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Probationary Period: (1) One Year
General Purpose for Job: Design roadways and oversee construction and maintenance projects.
Reporting Structure for: Roadway Engineer
Department Administrator: County Engineer
First-level Supervisor: County Engineer
Supervises: Road Maintenance Superintendent, Construction Inspector, Roadway Technician, and Miscellaneous Seasonal Workers
- In addition to providing direct supervision to this position, the Road Engineer manages, through first-line supervisors and work coordinators, the work of the Highway Maintenance Supervisor-Road, Highway Maintenance Worker-Road I, IA, II, IIA, III, IIIA, IV, and Miscellaneous Seasonal Workers
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Responsibilities: (The duties listed below are illustrative of the work performed by this classification. All duties are essential functions of the job unless otherwise noted. The percentage of time allocated to each group of duties is approximate.)
50% - Manage the county road program and department
Establish the department's short and long-term goals and objectives
Establish annual program of maintenance, construction and rehabilitation for roads
Develop and implement department programs and services necessary and/or desirable to the County's residents and the Engineer
Interpret and ensure adherence to applicable federal, state and local codes, ordinances, regulations and laws
Develop and administer the annual budget for the department
Estimate material and tools, equipment and vehicles needed to perform the work. Oversee process to purchase equipment, vehicles, tools and supplies.
Manage department staff directly and through first-line staff
Review application materials; select interviewees and conduct interviews. Review recommendations of first-line supervisors.
Develop, implement, and oversee orientation and training programs for new employees including proper work and safety procedures
Review first-line supervisor's staffing plans; determine staffing requirements for timely completion of work
Review employee record of time worked to verify accuracy. Review work in progress for status and safety. Adjust work methods as necessary to ensure timely completion and high quality of work. Review work upon completion; scheduling additional work as needed
Evaluate employee performance; confer with supervisors and work coordinators regarding individual employee performance; counsel employees regarding performance issues
Ensure compliance with the Engineer's employment-related policies and procedures
Recommend disciplinary action as necessary
Ensure effective communication of information to all employees
Oversee the inspection of roadways and drainage; recommending and designing repairs and scheduling necessary work.
Meet with township and village representatives to discuss and negotiate road and drainage projects
Accept and respond to inquiries and complaints from county residents
Develop and implement quality control programs
Manage the permitting process for work within the right-of-way to include drive