Deputy - Stormwater Engineering

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CLASSIFICATION TITLE:

Deputy - Stormwater Engineering

SALARY:

$107,194.65 - $138,647.32

DEPARTMENT:

Public Works

Opening Date:

08/28/2026

Closing Date:

09/04/2026 12:00 a.m.

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP: At-Will

CURRENT HOURS AND STARTING TIME: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) position. The starting time for this position is 8:30am – 5:00pm.

GENERAL SUMMARY

Ensures the completion of multiple initiatives including automation of plan reviews, the development of stormwater asset management program, environmental studies and collaboration with the stormwater construction inspection and maintenance team.

Fosters excellent relationships with local, state, and federal elected officials and leaders of community organizations. Works with department staff to coordinate various activities directed by the Commissioner.

Represents the Commissioner and Department at various community events.

Interacts with the public, governmental officials, public agencies and consulting engineers regarding water resources and environmental matters.

Assists the public, consultants, municipalities, contractors, and utility companies with information related to the Public Works Department.

Conducts meetings with staff to inquire information and identify and resolve problems associated with county drains and infrastructure projects.

Manages communications including updates, internal memos, technical letters and other correspondence related to ongoing projects.

Conducts data analysis, interprets results, and prepares reports.

Attends and participates in regular staff, coordination, and progress meetings. Operates an automobile to perform essential job functions.

Performs related work as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Environmental Science, Urban Planning, Construction Management or related field

• Seven (7) years of related work experience

Preferred Education and Experience

• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Environmental Science, Urban Planning, Construction Management or related field

• Previous experience in a union environment

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and operable, insured automobile for authorized travel

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of civil engineering

• Contract technical specifications

• Applicable software applications

• Computer software usage, including Windows, Word and Excel

• Project Management

Skill in:

• Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships

• Public Speaking

• Effective written and oral communication skills

• Assembling and analyzing data, preparing comprehensive and accurate reports, and formulating policy and service recommendations

• Decision-making ability and problem-solving skills

• Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature

• Assigning, prioritizing, monitoring, and reviewing work assignments

Ability to:

• Work independently

• Lead a team

• Effectively speak, write and understand the English language

• Meet schedules and deadlines of the work

• Understand and carry out oral and written directions

• Work in an environment which embraces the County’s Dignity Campaign

• Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files

• Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, Administrators, Department Heads, staff, union officials and the public

• Conduct oneself with tact and courtesy

Extreme cold (below 32 degrees): N/S Extreme heat (above 100 degrees): N/S Communicable diseases: N/S

Moving mechanical parts: O

Fumes or airborne particles: N/S

Toxic or caustic chemicals, substances, or waste: N/S

Loud noises (85+ decibels): N/S

Blood Borne Pathogens: N/S

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

N/S=Never/Seldom   O=Occasionally  F/C= Frequently/Continuously

Demand:

Balancing on even or uneven surfaces/ground: O

Bending (forward or backward bending at the waist): O

Climbing up or down stairs, ladders, scaffolding and platforms: N/S

Crawling (moving about on hands and knees). Inspecting in confined spaces: N/S

Digging: N/S

Driving on sealed and unsealed roads: O

Grasping, gripping, holding, clasping with fingers or hands: O

Kneeling to work at low levels: N/S

Manual Dexterity (fine finger movements i.e., keyboard operating, writing): F/C Lift/Carry/Move objects from one level/position to another: Up to 25 pounds: N/S Push/Pull objects away from or towards the body: N/S

Reaching overhead (arms raised above the shoulder) or forward reaching (arms extended): N/S

Sitting in a seated position during the task performance: F/C

Standing in an upright position without movement: O

Walking considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: O

Running considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: N/S