PROFESSIONAL CIVIL ENGINEER I8259B1 Pay Grade: 33 DEFINITION OF WORK Summary This is professional civil engineering work. Work includes responsibility for the engineering and related technical and administrative activities which occur in an area within a district, or the projects of a specified subject or a bureau. Some positions in this class are used to provide technical, analytical, engineering expertise to a bureau, division, or the agency; these positions typically do not supervise but serve as a consultant. Standard Classification Factors Supervision Received - Level D: "Under general direction…" Employees at this level are usually in charge of a large and important organizational unit. They plan and carry out assignments with little supervision. They report regularly to a superior, usually by means of occasional conferences, to discuss work progress or new problems which require advice from above. This designation will pertain to classes with a high order of independence. Difficulty - LEVEL C: Considerable… Duties which require a high degree of concentration because of the many factors which must be considered and weighed before a decision can be reached. Usually positions that require planning, developing, and coordinating programs and directing fairly large groups of people fall into this category. Complexity - LEVEL D: Work is of a diversified nature that usually involves multiple unrelated steps. Analytical thought is necessary for dealing with complex data and situations. Work often involves a variety of unrelated processes and may require planning or carrying out a sequence of actions or both. Several alternatives usually exist at this level for approaching problems or situations. Workers at this level exercise a considerable amount of independent judgment. Work is controlled by occasional review and by reporting to or consultation with supervisors or superiors. When guidelines exist at this level, they are usually broadly defined or technical requiring careful analysis and interpretation. Consequence of Actions or Decisions - LEVEL C: Consequences of actions or decisions at this level are limited in scope and effect as the work is reviewed occasionally. Errors may cause moderate inefficiency. Costs due to errors may be significant. Contacts - LEVEL C: The purpose of the contact is to influence, motivate, conduct interviews, make formal presentations or counsel to achieve common understanding or solutions to problems when the information is sensitive in nature or the individuals or groups are skeptical or uncooperative. Communication techniques and well developed communication skills become an important requirement at this level. Physical Demands - LEVEL C: The work requires moderate physical exertion. Environmental Conditions - LEVEL B: The work environment involves moderate hazards, risks or discomforts. Exposure to minor deviations from pleasant environmental conditions is normal. Minor to serious injuries are possible. Supervision/Leadership - LEVEL E: Involves scheduling, supervising and evaluating work as a "manager" of first line supervisors or as a "first line supervisor" of workers who perform distinct and separate blocks of work generally related as to purpose but requiring different processes and methods. Responsible for hiring and disciplinary actions which may or may not require the approval of a higher level of authority. Distinguishing Features Differs from the Engineering Associate III class in which the incumbent has a more limited scope or geographic range of responsibility and more supervision and does not require a professional engineer license. Differs from the Professional Civil Engineer II class in which the incumbents supervises a larger function or serves as an advanced technical expert. EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED Supervises activities of major traffic, planning or research functions making decisions concerning the allocation of time, equipment and staffing; establishes criteria and goals for data collection and analysis; supervises preparation of statistical data including projected traffic figures, to be used by the state. Directs a unit of engineers and technicians responsible for the design of roadways, bridges, interchanges or structures; resolves technical engineering problems. Provides professional guidance for and directs all highway construction and maintenance projects and has responsibility for all administrative activities in a multi-county or complex urban geographic area; supervises subordinate engineers and/or highway maintenance superintendents; coordinates the scheduling of personnel, materials and equipment to complete projects with maximum efficiency and safety, and with minimal delay and inconvenience to the public. Oversees, recommends, and approves the review of engineering plans and specifications for permits for the states water regulation agency. Reviews and interprets specifications, construction plans, and drawings to determine intent; resolves conflicts between contractors and agency personnel regarding intent of plans, specifications, and drawings. Reviews highway permits and agreements for correctness, feasibility, and conformity with agency policies. Serves as liaison person to cities and counties within the area to explain agency programs, policies, and procedures. Supervises the preparation of, or reviews complete construction plans for projects including cost estimates and detailed working drawings. Assists local government units in planning projects by reviewing requests for assistance, city ordinances, and county resolutions; provides expertise regarding design and construction of projects and compliance with state and federal criteria. Provides coordination within agency statewide, and with municipalities, utilities, and railroads concerning uniform maintenance procedures and other matters requiring uniformity. Responsible for the development and revision of engineering criteria manuals. Conducts research on some aspect of transportation, analyzes the data and makes reports which provide alternatives for managers. Prepares contracts and scopes of work for conducting field inspections of water right installations to be conducted by engineering firms under contract with the agency. Evaluates check valves and flow meters to determine if they meet specifications; and prepares revisions of specifications for adoption by the Chief Engineer. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS Knowledge Knowledge of state and federal laws and criteria relating to civil engineering standards. *Knowledge of the engineering principles and practices applied in civil engineering. Knowledge of the principles of effective supervision. *Knowledge of authoritative reference works in the general field of civil engineering. Knowledge of soil and material testing and research. Abilities *Ability to prepare, interpret, and utilize civil engineering plans, maps, specifications and reports. *Ability to plan and supervise the work of a staff of professional, technical, clerical, and trades employees. Ability to operate a computer and use software for bridge or road design, cartography, and other engineering functions. *Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in writing and orally. *Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, consultants, contractors' employees and the public. *Ability to perform the algebraic and trigonometric computations applied to engineering surveying and design operations. *Necessary at Entry MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Professional Engineering license recognized by the Kansas Board of Technical Professionals and four years of experience in engineering. NC: 06/93 |