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CITY OF IOWA CITY – JOB DESCRIPTION
Posi�on Title: Civil Engineer
Department: Public Works
Division: Engineering
Supervisor: City Engineer
FLSA: Exempt
Civil Service: Yes
Pay Grade: 15
Job Number: 1502
Job Summary
Under direc�on, designs and administers Public Works projects. Provides advanced technical
engineering problem solving and design work. Writes specifica�ons and contracts and serves as
project leader on a wide variety of infrastructure projects.
Essen�al Job Du�es and Responsibili�es
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive
or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
• Analyzes infrastructure problems in Public Works projects; develops solu�ons; and
makes recommenda�ons to the City Engineer and Director of Public Works.
• Serves as project team leader for infrastructure projects.
• Oversees the surveying, design, dra�ing and construc�on inspec�on of Public Works
projects.
• Schedules and monitors work ac�vi�es of assigned project team members.
• Assists in establishing rules, procedures, and standards for administering Public Works
projects.
• Performs technical design and engineering, prepares specifica�ons and contract and
construc�on documenta�ons using computer-aided design, computer so�ware and
engineering calcula�ons.
• Maintains detailed notes about projects for the purpose of audit review and payment
prepara�on.
• Monitors project expenditures and payments.
• Oversees and assists with permi�ng process for projects involving federal, state and
local agencies.
• Writes technical engineering specifica�ons, contract documents, and consultant
agreements.
• Administers projects through all phases including planning, design, scheduling, and
construc�on.
• Performs Public Works project cost es�ma�ng for budgetary and bidding purposes.
• Prepares easement and property acquisi�on documents and nego�ates easements and
property acquisi�ons.
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• Reviews engineering calcula�ons, plans, plats, and construc�on drawings prepared by
private consultants.
• Assists in development of capital improvement program and budget.
• Provides public informa�on for Public Works plans and issues, responds to public
inquiries and complaints; or refers to appropriate persons.
• Atends City Council mee�ngs; answers ques�ons; presents project updates.
• Conducts self in a manner which promotes and supports diversity and inclusivity in the
workplace and community.
• Performs other du�es as assigned.
Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution and one year of related
experience; or five years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of
education and experience. Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Must successfully pass 8-hour Fundamentals of Engineering exam within six months of
hire. Valid State of Iowa driver's license with sa�sfactory driving record. National
Incident Management System Training ICS 100, IS 700 within two years of hire. Must be
18 years of age. Must pass criminal background check.
Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution and two years of related
experience; or six years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of
education and experience. Experience in civil engineering.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abili�es
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to effec�vely present informa�on and respond to ques�ons from groups of
managers, City staff, and the general public.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instruc�ons in mathema�cal or
diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Ability to make decisions in stressful situa�ons and communicate effec�vely.
• Ability to perform technical engineering calcula�ons.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifica�ons, blueprints, easement documents,
engineering reports, design manuals and contract documents.
• Ability to reliably and predictably carry out du�es.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Knowledge of construc�on methods and materials.
• Knowledge of engineering and land surveying principles and prac�ces.
• Knowledge of street, storm and sanitary sewer design.
• Skill in engineering problem solving and conflict resolu�on.
• Skill in managing complex projects.
• Skill in technical wri�ng.
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• Skill in using computers and applicable so�ware applica�ons (Microso� Office – Word,
Excel, Outlook) and various engineering design so�ware.
Supervision
No supervision of direct reports.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential duties and responsibilities.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use
hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally
required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee
regularly lifts and/or move 10 pounds, occasionally will lift and/or move 25 pounds, and will
occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required
by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception
and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
duties and responsibilities.
While performing the du�es of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving
mechanical parts, fumes or airborne par�cles, toxic or caus�c chemicals, risk of electrical shock,
vibra�on, and traffic hazards. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather
condi�ons, dampness, direct sunlight, dust, pollen, insect s�ngs, and animals. The noise level in
the work environment is usually loud. Involves some exposure to stress due to the work
environment and/or crisis situa�ons.
Iowa City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities
Act as Amended, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with
disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential
accommodations with the employer.
Reviewed/Approved by: Ron Knoche, Public Works Director (4/2024)
Updated: March 2024
I have read and understand the duties and requirements of this job description, and I
agree that I can perform the duties of this position with or without reasonable
accommodation.
Employee Date
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