Civil Engineer III

Ready to take your civil engineering career to the next level? Cache County's Engineering Division is seeking a skilled Civil Engineer III to join our dynamic team! As a Civil Engineer III, you'll be tackling a wide range of professional, technical, and complex tasks. This includes playing a vital role in the design, development, planning, maintenance, and construction of essential County infrastructure, as well as overseeing development reviews.

This exciting opportunity comes with a starting wage of $36.64 an hour, along with excellent benefits that begin on your first day of employment! We provide medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, retirement contributions, bereavement leave, and 14 paid holidays. Plus, full-time employees receive 18 days of personal leave in their first year.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include :

As a Civil Engineer III, you'll be instrumental in :

• Development Proposal Review : Assisting in the review of development proposals.
• Project Oversight : Providing oversight for contracts and construction projects.
• Construction Review and Field Assessments : Conducting reviews and field assessments for construction crews.
• Right-of-Way Management : Managing County rights-of-way.
• General Construction Reviews and Inspections : Performing reviews and inspections for utilities, roadways, and drainage improvements. This involves reading and reviewing construction documents like design drawings and specifications for subdivisions, road and infrastructure projects, and other development activities for COG projects and development review.
• Plan Set Reviews and Verification : Providing plan set reviews, verifying budgets and expenses, and ensuring project conformance with applicable codes and policies.
• Right-of-Way Work : Reviewing permits, conducting violation enforcement, coordinating, and acquiring land for County construction projects.
• Public Interaction : Handling interactions with the public through phone calls, onsite discussions, written communication, and at the front counter.

You'll be working under the general supervision of the County Engineer, contributing your expertise to projects that are crucial for our community. For a complete breakdown of responsibilities, please refer to the attached job description.

What We're Looking For :

To be successful in this role, you'll need :

Please note that all certifications must be with the state of Utah within one year of the date of hire.

Discover Cache County :

If you're seeking a beautiful and engaging place to live and work, Cache Valley is the answer! It's a hub for outdoor adventures, rich historical experiences, and a thriving performing and fine arts scene. Our stunning agricultural valley is situated between two majestic mountain ranges, offering a perfect blend of tranquility and accessibility.

Logan, our main city, is home to Utah State University, and the opportunities for outdoor recreation are simply unmatched. Imagine working downtown and being able to explore the Wasatch Cache National Forest in less than 10 minutes! This opens up a world of possibilities for hiking, rock climbing, birdwatching, mountain biking, skiing, and snowmobiling.

Our vibrant performing arts scene has earned us the title of "Utah's Heart of the Arts." We have three historic theaters on one block, showcasing world-renowned opera, Broadway shows, and touring productions. And don't forget the fantastic local restaurants!

Additional Details :

This is a career service position. Cache County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. We make hiring decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or disability.

We provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with known disabilities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation information or special assistance to complete the application process, please contact Carli Smart at carli.smart@cachecounty.gov.

Veteran's Preference : If you are claiming veteran's preference (as outlined in Utah Code Ann. 71A-2-102), please include this information in the body of your cover letter, providing sufficient detail to identify the type of preference requested. Additionally, please attach a copy of your DD-214 to your resume. If you are claiming a disabled preference, please also attach a copy of your letter from the VA stating the disability percentage granted.