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CIVIL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN 3 (OPEN)

Salary

$64,759.12 - $73,364.94 Annually

Location

Ohio 45202, OH

Job Type

Full-time Classified

Job Number

24-00826 (O)

Department

Various City Departments

Opening Date

12/10/2024

Closing Date

12/26/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

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General Statement of Duties

This employee performs a wide variety of technical work of considerable difficulty and responsibility in an engineering section in various city departments; assignments may include leading a survey crew in the performance of accurate engineering surveys, and/or technical drawing and drafting for preliminary and final plans, reviewing and revising plans, and serving as liaison and department representative for project related information. Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)

(Illustrative only. Any one position may not require all of the listed KSAs nor do the listed examples include all the KSAs which may be required.)

Knowledge of:

Engineering and architectural drawing principles and practices (e.g., cross sections and profiles).

Structural steel or reinforced concrete design principles.

Computer programs related to designing and drafting.

Survey measurements and calculations.

Administrative and clerical procedures.

Construction management principles, terminology, and practices.

Safety policies and procedures and applicable agency requirements.

Skill to:

Operate a computer and all job related software.

Communicate information to customers effectively.

Properly operate all current manual and electronic types of survey equipment.

Draw to scale from freehand sketches.

Operate assigned vehicle in the course of duty, in a proper and safe manner.

Ability to:

Determine distances by triangulation and coordinates.

Compute deflection angles, interior angles, and bearings.

Produce finished drawings digitally of a high degree of complexity from field notes, design data, and sketches.

Utilize database applications, (such as AutoCAD, GIS).

Locate and extract property information and data from records.

Interpret engineering and architectural drawings.

Read and utilize topographical maps.

Perform mathematical computations.

Apply mathematics to drafting.

Interpret information contained in graphs such as graphic presentations of cross sections and profiles.

Evaluate permit applications.

Examples of Work Performed:

(Illustrative only. Any one position within this classification may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all of the tasks which may be performed.)

General Functions:

May be required to drive a vehicle.

Uses computer systems for record storage, retrieval, and information searches.

Directly supervises lower level Technicians.

Enters data into computers.

Acts as liaison to other City agencies/departments for project information.

Represents the department at meetings.

Attends outside workshops and seminars.

Prepares materials, coordinates and attends meetings with other department project-related personnel.

Handles customer/public assistance, relations, and complaints.

Performs site inspections before a project can begin.

Coordinates and schedules tests.

Composes correspondence.

Applies and enforces safety principles and practices; identifies and eliminates all unsafe practices and conditions.

May be assigned to field construction projects to perform work as assigned.

Plans and Specifications Functions:

Prepares technical drawings of elevations, cross-sections, excavations, and structural steel and reinforced concrete designs for preliminary and final plans.

Reviews and revises plans and drawings to ensure conformance to City and Departmental specifications and standards.

Performs survey or project design calculations.

Conducts field investigations to compare drawings with the project site to ensure correct plotting of features.

Field Service Functions:

Takes survey measurements and acts as a survey crew leader.

Writes and reviews reports (i.e. inspections, tests, and surveys.)

Checks survey measurements taken by lower level Technicians.

Performs bridge inspections.

Conducts site inspections and construction coordination.

Performs site inspections before a project can begin.

Coordinates and schedules tests with any other agencies/departments concerned.

Reviews reports (inspections, tests, surveys, etc.) completed by others.

Writes reports (inspections, tests, surveys, etc.)

Takes survey measurements.

Performs survey or project design calculations.

Checks survey measurements taken by lower level Technicians.

Composes correspondence for own or supervisor's signature.

Acts as a survey crew leader.

May be assigned to field construction projects to perform work as assigned by a higher level Technician or Engineer.

May be required to drive a vehicle (car, small truck, or van) to work sites.

Prepares technical drawings of elevations, cross-sections, topographical maps, excavations, and structural steel and reinforced concrete designs for preliminary and final plans.

Reviews and revises plans and drawings to ensure conformance to City specifications.

Conducts field investigations to compare drawings with the project site to ensure correct plotting of features.

Working knowledge of current safety policies, instructions for proper usage, and other procedures and professional practices required for completing job duties.

Identifies and eliminates all unsafe practices and conditions.

Attends meetings with other department project-related personnel.

Handles customer/public assistance, relations, and complaints either in person or over the telephone.

Acts as liaison to other City agencies/departments for project information.

Represents the department at meetings.

Attends outside workshops and seminars related to area of responsibility.

Uses computer systems for record storage, retrieval, and information searches.

Directly supervises lower level Technicians.

Required Education and Experience

Open:

• Each applicant must have four years of engineering technical work experience, at least two of those years performing tasks similar to those of a Civil Engineering Technician 2

OR

• Two years of experience performing duties at the Civil Engineering Technician 2 level plus successful completion of 24 semester credit hours at the trade school, technical institute or college level in relevant courses.(TRANSCRIPT MUST BE ATTACHED)

OR

• Each applicant must have an Associate's Degree in Civil Engineering Technology or a closely related field. (TRANSCRIPT MUST BE ATTACHED)

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Some positions may require a valid Driver's License.

May need to supply personal car for travel to perform duties.

MILITARY EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE EVALUATION

Military education and experience may be substituted for college level course work at the lower and upper division baccalaureate and graduate levels and apprenticeship training at the vocational certificate level on a case by case basis based on the American Council on Education (ACE) Military Guide recommendations.

The below information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available and is subject to change. Not all benefits listed are available for every position. Benefits can vary depending on applicable labor agreements and/or salary plan. For specific questions, contact the HR Contact indicated on the Job Posting.

The City of Cincinnati offers its employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package designed to actively attract and retain quality employees' to add additional value to the City of Cincinnati's workforce. A summary of these benefits for full-time employment is listed below. This is a general listing of benefits for all employees and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing for all bargaining units.

The City offers a variety of training programs, ranging from job-specific skills such as computer and equipment instruction, to helping supervisors improve their management techniques.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Cincinnati is dedicated to providing equal employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation or transgendered status, or ethnic, national or Appalachian origin, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.

Holidays

The City of Cincinnati has 11 paid holidays annually that include:

New Year's Day

Martin Luther King Day

President's Day

Memorial Day

Juneteenth

Independence Day

Labor Day

Veterans' Day

Thanksgiving Day

Day after Thanksgiving

Christmas

Health Insurance

The City of Cincinnati 80/20 offers 3 medical plans to all full time City of Cincinnati employees and eligible dependents: the 80/20 PPO medical plan, the HDHP medical plan with an HSA contribution, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement for those enrolled on another non-city eligible group plan.

Eligible dependents include:

Legal Spouse or Equal Partner

Child (natural child, adopted child, and/or child who the group has determined is covered under a "Qualified Medical Child Support Order")

Step-child

Child for whom the employee or employee's spouse/equal partner is a legal guardian

Basic Life Insurance

A $50,000 Basic Life Insurance policy is paid for by the City for certain eligible employees. Full time employees not eligible for the City-paid basic life insurance policy are generally provided a similar benefit through their union group.

Supplemental Life, Long Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

Most full time City employees are eligible to participate in a supplemental life insurance program, a long term disability plan, and accident and critical illness insurance programs at their own expense. Premiums are determined by age, amount of coverage, and various additional factors.

Flexible Benefits Plans

Healthcare Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in the Healthcare Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay out-of-pocket medical, prescription, dental, and vision care expenses for employees and family members.

Dependent Care Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in a Dependent Care Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay work-related dependent care expenses. Participants can set aside money each year through pre-tax payroll deductions to pay for these expenses.

Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account

City employees can participate in a Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account (TERA) that can be used to reimburse expenses related to traveling to and from work. Participants can set-up a pre-tax payroll deduction up to an IRS regulated amount.

Healthy Lifestyles Program

City employees can voluntarily participate in a wellness incentive program that encourages and rewards employees and their spouses/equal partners for making positive choices for better health. The City of Cincinnati will contribute up to $300/year to a Health Reimbursement Account for each the employee and their spouse/equal partner for meeting specified program goals. These dollars can be used to offset qualified out-of-pocket medical expenses.

Integrated Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

This is a voluntary program that serves as an alternative healthcare option to traditional medical plans. If you have alternate group health coverage available to you through a spouse, equal partner, another job, or a non-city retirement plan, you may be eligible for this plan which reimburses you for the difference in premiums between the plans and your covered out of pocket expenses on the other plan.

Retirement Plan

The City provides a defined benefit pension plan for part-time and full-timeemployees. New hires and re-hired employees are required to participate in the City of Cincinnati's Retirement System (CRS), regardless of previous participation in an Ohio State pension system or any another state or federal pension system. CRS is funded by employer and employee contributions, and investment returns from plan assets. CRS provides retirement and health care benefits subject to eligibility requirements. The following groups are excluded from participation in CRS: Mayor and Members of City Council; Sworn Police & Fire; Police Recruits; and Rehired Ohio Police & Fire Retirees.

Deferred Compensation

As an Ohio government employer, the City offers employees the ability to participate in a 457(b) tax-deferred retirement savings plan. The City makes an annual match to your 457(b) of up to $750, or as otherwise specified in applicable regulations and union contracts.

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By completing this supplemental evaluation you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any information you provide may be reviewed by the Human Resources staff and hiring department(s). Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions. The Human Resources staff will verify that you meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the job posting, based on the information provided in your application and in these answers. Please indicate you have read and agree with this information.

• Yes, I understand and agree

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  What is your CHRIS ID number, if you are a current City of Cincinnati employee?

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  Which of the following educational and/or work experience requirements do you meet?

• Each applicant must have four years of engineering technical work experience, at least two of those years performing tasks similar to those of a Civil Engineering Technician 2

• Two years of experience performing duties at the Civil Engineering Technician 2 level plus successful completion of 24 semester credit hours at the trade school, technical institute or college level in relevant courses.

• Each applicant must have an Associate's Degree in Civil Engineering Technology or a closely related field.

  04

  Do you understand this position is posted on the City of Cincinnati's website as OPEN to the public and as PROMOTIONAL. Therefore it is the applicant's responsibility to check the City of Cincinnati's website for both open and promotional posting.

• Yes

• No

  05

  Do you have a valid drivers license?

• Yes

• No

  06

  Do you understand that you may need to supply personal car for travel to perform duties?

• Yes

• No

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  Do you understand notifications regarding this position will be sent via email, therefore, it is your responsibility to check your personal email, Government Jobs mailbox, SPAM, JUNK, and CLUTTER FOLDERS for any and all communication sent regarding this position ?

• Yes, I understand.

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  I am responsible for maintaining the accuracy of my contact information, including my street address, email address, and telephone numbers. My failure to maintain accurate contact information may result in me not receiving information regarding this job announcement and/or may result in me not receiving further consideration for this employment opportunity. To update this information, visit www.governmentjobs.com, click on the "career seekers" link, and follow the prompts. For technical difficulties, contact NEOGOV support at 855-524-5627. Please indicate you have read and agree with this information.

• Yes, I understand and agree.

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Address

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Cincinnati, Ohio, 45202

Phone

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