Associate Director of Engineering

Job Opportunities

The City of Sanford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We pledge to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, family medical history or genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, disability (physical or mental), age, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.

A background investigation will be conducted on the successful candidate which will be job-related and consistent with business necessity for the position, and may include an inquiry into an employee or applicant’s criminal and driving history; education; previous employment/job experience; knowledge, skills and abilities; credentials or licensure; character; physical fitness; and other qualifications as required for the position in the service of the City.

Unless required by local, state, and/or federal law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude a candidate from employment consideration.

We are looking for a detailed individual who possesses thorough knowledge of the theory, principles and practices of engineering and construction as applied to the development and construction of public works projects, reading and interpreting internal and external design drawings and specifications, in the use of standard office equipment and software, and in preparing budgets; comprehensive knowledge in preparing various documents, correspondence and technical reports; general knowledge in the use of standard accounting software; some knowledge in the use of AutoCAD and ArcGIS software; ability to communicate ideas effectively, orally and in writing, make arithmetic computations, compute rates, ratios and percentages, understand and apply government accounting practices in maintenance of financial records, establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, associates, contractors and the general public.

Special Requirements

The position requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major coursework in engineering, construction management or related field and extensive experience in professional civil engineering or construction work including supervisory experience. Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license upon hire. Prefer registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of North Carolina upon hire.

The City of Sanford is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Category TriRiver Water Status Open Open until filled Salary Hiring Range Commensurate with Experience: $92,487 - $138,000 per year, earned & paid on a bi-weekly basis*eligible for up to 5% increase in salary after successful completion of 6 month probation period Posted July 21, :45 AM Closing Open Until Filled