CIVIL ENGINEER With or Without P.E.
Job Description
Join an award-winning engineering team and enjoy a high quality of life in a community that was voted
“Friendliest City in America”.
The Walla Walla Valley is a place where scenic beauty, incredible wineries, enticing restaurants, cultural
inspiration, outdoor adventures, and small-town friendliness come together. A vibrant reflection of the past and
the present, downtown Walla Walla is the place to discover what makes the city so special. A walk down tree-
lined streets reveals an eclectic mix of vintage shops, boutiques, cafes, bookstores, tasting rooms, and
restaurants. Downtown Walla Walla has been recognized time and again as one of the best small-town Main
Streets in the country.
Walla Walla has long been known as one of the most fertile agricultural areas in the nation, producing many
crops, including the famous Walla Walla Sweet Onions. The town has become world renowned for its wine with
over 100 wineries in the area.
These positions will be performing professional-level engineering work including design, construction, and
project management.
Check our vimeo account to see the projects our engineers and City have completed.
https://vimeo.com/cityofwallawalla/videos/sort:date https://vimeo.com/592330985
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS WITH PE
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and two (2) years relevant experience. Registration as a Professional
Engineer in Washington State. Consideration may be given to any combination of education and/or professional
civil engineering experience with PE registration. Valid State driver’s license.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bilingual in Spanish. Experience in construction management.
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS WITHOUT PE
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and two (2) years relevant experience. Consideration may be given to any
combination of education and/or five (5) years increasingly responsible professional civil engineering experience
in municipal public works or private sector environment. Valid State driver’s license.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bilingual in Spanish. Registration as Professional Engineer in Washington State. Experience in construction
management.
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE:
A completed City application and resume are required to apply. Applications are available on the Human
Resources page of the City of Walla Walla website: https://wallawallawa.gov.
Applicants whose experience most closely meets the requirements of the position will be invited to continue in
the selection process which will consist of an oral panel interview, reference inquiries and may include a criminal
background check. Completed application packages can be mailed to:
CITY OF WALLA WALLA-HR
15 N. Third Avenue
Walla Walla, WA 99362
Email to hr@wallawallawa.gov or faxed to (509) 524-7935.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The City of Walla Walla will provide reasonable accommodation to disabled
applicants if requested. Please notify the Human Resources office at least 5 days prior to the need.
JOB DESCRIPTIONS: To obtain a copy of the full job description and class specification for this position, please
contact us at: hr@wallawallawa.gov or 509.527.4475.
NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein
may be modified and/or revoked without notice.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER / AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT EMPLOYER
THE CITY OF WALLA WALLA DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, GENDER,
SEXUAL ORIENTATION, RELIGION, AGE OR DISABILITY IN EMPLOYMENT OR THE PROVISION OF SERVICES.
MINORITIES AND WOMEN ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
General direction and oversight are provided the Civil Engineer II, the City Engineer, or the City’s Utility Engineer.
This role is predominantly independent andreceives minimal direct supervision.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Employees of the City of Walla Walla are expected to model and foster the City’s core values
Service – Integrity – Collaboration – Equity – Leadership – Community
2.Develop initial project plans and assist in establishing schedules and budgets. Coordinate projects with
adjoining property owners, municipal, state, and federal stakeholders.
3. Design and manage assigned projects. Prepare and provide guidance, direction, and oversight for the
preparation of plans, specifications, cost estimates, and bid documents for City projects.
4. Provide technical assistance to developers during site development plan reviews to assure compliance with
City codes, ordinances and general engineering practices; perform site reviews as necessary.
5.Communicate recommendations with stakeholders, exchange information, respond to inquiries and
complaints; assure appropriate information is provided and problems are resolved.
6. Manage assigned projects during construction; maintain project records, documentation and contracts;
prepare payment requests; monitor project expenditures and maintain budgeted parameters.
7. Assist Civil Engineer II, City Engineer and/or Utility Engineer in the management of projects such as IRRP, TBD,
Bridges and the operation, design, construction, and maintenance for the City’s water, wastewater and landfill
operations.
8. Manage consultant contracts and related projects as necessary; represent the City on assigned
boards/committees.
9. Produce correspondence between the City, contractors, consultants, agencies and the general public
regarding project matters such as change orders, rights of way and claims for damage; prepare progress pay
estimates and reimbursement requests.
10. Prepare a variety of technical reports to support engineering programs, present written and oral
recommendations.
11. Assist Engineering leadership and personnel in the preparation of long-range Transportation Improvement
Plans, Utility Improvement Plans and Capital Improvement Programs.
12.Provide mentoring and guidance to assigned engineers, engineering technicians and support personnel;
explain engineering concepts and principles; review documents and correspondence.
13. Lead the preparation of grant applications to ensure compliance with federal /state grant programs and
regulations.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS
1. Demonstrate punctual, regular and reliable attendance which is essential for successful job performance.
2. Present a positive, professional image; maintain cooperative and effective working relationships; assure
excellent customer service with internal and external customers.
3. Execute assignments, projects and job responsibilities efficiently and within defined timeframes; work
independently and effectively with little direction.
4. Demonstrate good judgment and employ critical thinking to execute duties, identify issues, seek solutions
and recommend improvements in support of departmental goals.
5. Provide assistance to staff and higher-level management; participate in resolving operational or
interpersonal concerns; participate in training, meetings, and on committees as assigned.
6. Respect the value of diversity in the workplace and the community.
7. Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrated knowledge of complex principles, contemporary practices and advanced civil engineering
- Experienced with project management and contract administration, including preparing and directing
- Experienced with advanced methods of engineering drafting and surveying; utilize relevant
- Apply mathematics to develop and evaluate engineering plans and specifications; calculate complex
- Able to perform difficult technical research; analyze complex engineering and mathematical problems;
- Knowledge of municipal, state, federal and American Public Works Association codes, ordinances,
techniques. the preparation of complex plans, specifications and legal contracts. instrumentation; interpret survey notes and plans. computations for cost estimates and budgets. evaluate engineering studies; identify and recommend alternative and effective courses of action. specifications, policies, procedures and standards; knowledge of municipal government operations;
environmental policies and laws applicable to engineering projects.
- Effective oral and written communication skills; report writing, plan interpretation and oral presentation
- Ability to understand and execute oral and written directives; translate scientific and technical matters
- Balance multiple priorities to meet schedules, timelines and commitments; monitor and control project
abilities. to non-technical individuals, including policy makers. budgets; maintain records and prepare reports.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
Windows-based PC with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) and other engineering and
administrative software applications; GIS systems and equipment; utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D; EDEN and other
financial systems software.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Sit for extended periods of time and intermittently stand, walk, kneel down, stoop, bend and twist at the waist,
and drive a passenger car or pickup truck. Traverse rough and uneven surfaces on foot. Climb ladders to conduct
inspections; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard; hear and speak to exchange
information; ability to see, including close vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Office environment; construction and utility sites; driving a vehicle to review work areas. Subject to seasonal
weather changes and adverse conditions.
