Application Deadline: Open until filled

NOTE: This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of "Continuous." If interested in being considered, an application should be submitted as soon as possible. Applications will be evaluated on a continuous basis. Interviews will be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment with candidates who are best qualified. Applications may no longer be considered once a candidate to fill the position is identified. This job announcement will close when the position(s) have been filled and may close at any time.

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The Department of Utilities is committed to providing the Charlottesville community with safe, reliable, and sustainable utility services that include water, wastewater, stormwater and natural gas. Working in conjunction with the Utility Billing Office, these services are supported by a dedicated staff who are committed to excellence in service to the community.

To learn more about the department and the services they provide, please visit: https://www.charlottesville.gov/458/Utilities

The Utilities Engineer Oversees the planning, design, and inspection of engineering projects related to the water, wastewater, and stormwater utility for the City. Performs related assignments as required. Reports to the Director of Utilities. The work is performed primarily as leader or director with broad functional areas and more expertise and strategic focus.

The preferred hiring amount for this position is between $102,497.24 - $128,392.84 Annually. Starting offer is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity. This is a full-time, exempt, position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City's retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities.

For a general summary of benefits offered by the City, please visit https://www.charlottesville.gov/1047/Employee-Benefits .
The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and does not participate in VRS, however the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS and there are certain provisions that must be met. For questions pertaining to the Portability Agreement, please contact the City's Benefits Administrator at 434-970-3462.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

A combination of education and experience equivalent to a 4-year degree,
Five (5) years of professional engineering work experience.
Possession of an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certificate.
Requires a PE license or the ability to obtain a PE within 12 months of hire.
General knowledge of modern principles and practices of civil engineering; general knowledge of modern methods and techniques as applied to the design, construction and maintenance of public works or utility projects; general knowledge of land and engineering survey systems, methods and techniques; general knowledge of contract administration principles; general knowledge of microcomputers and their applications;

Preferred Qualifications:

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.

The City of Charlottesville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports workforce diversity at all levels of the organization. The City prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The City is dedicated to this with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.

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