Job Title: Assistant City Engineer Department: Community Development Reports To: City Engineer or Director of Community Development FLSA Status: Exempt Salary Range: DOQ +-$85,000 Location: City of Sulphur Springs, Texas

Position Summary Are you ready to make a lasting impact on a growing, dynamic Texas community? The City of Sulphur Springs is seeking a driven and innovative professional to help shape the future of our city through smart infrastructure, collaborative teamwork, and forward-thinking design. Nestled between Dallas and Texarkana, Sulphur Springs is more than just a charming East Texas townwe're a hub of innovation, hospitality, and small-town pride with big-city ambitions. As part of our Community Development team, you'll be at the forefront of projects that improve daily life for our residentsstreets, drainage, utilities, parks, and more. You'll work alongside a passionate group of professionals committed to excellence, efficiency, and community service. This is your opportunity to bring bold ideas, technical expertise, and a servant-leader mindset to a city that values progress and tradition in equal measure. If you're ready to help build the next chapter of Sulphur Springs, we want you on our team. Under the general supervision of the City Engineer, the Assistant City Engineer provides professional engineering expertise in planning, designing, and overseeing public infrastructure projects as well as oversight on private developments to ensure they satisfy city development standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Review and/or approve plats, engineering plans, specifications, and permit applications for

community development and public/private development projects.

Provide information and technical guidance to staff and/or the public on the design and construction

of infrastructure projects such as streets, drainage systems, water and wastewater facilities, and traffic control systems.

Coordinate with engineering technician in the design development of projects and prepare bid

documents and specifications.

Assists with the development and maintenance of standard construction details, technical

specifications for construction and technical guidance documents.

Coordinate with developers, contractors, consultants, and utility companies to ensure project

compliance with city standards.

Oversee construction inspections in the field to verify adherence to plans, specifications, and safety

standards as well as review contractor payment application requests to verify estimates, quantities, and cost estimates.

Assists in evaluating the capacity of the City's infrastructure including but not limited to streets,

water, sewer, and drainage systems by performing calculations and modeling to determine adequacy.

Assist in the development and management of the capital improvement program, street

improvement program and other public projects as well as maintain as built information for projects.

Prepare and present reports to the City Council, Planning and Zoning Commission, and other

stakeholders.

Act as the City Engineer in their absence, representing the city in meetings and public forums.

Stay informed about advancements in municipal engineering and integrate best practices into city

projects.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an accredited institution.

Experience in managing civil engineering projects.

Experience in municipal public works projects is highly desirable.

Licenses and Certifications:

Licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Texas, or the ability to obtain licensure

within six (6) months of employment.

Valid Texas Class C driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Comprehensive knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices related to municipal

infrastructure.

Familiarity with state and federal regulations governing public works projects.

Understanding of surveying techniques and equipment utilized for construction oversight and

coordination.

Proficiency in engineering related software tools including but not limited to:

o AutoCAD / AutoCAD Civil 3D o GIS and Mapping Tools (ESRI, QGIS, etc.) o Hydraulic and Hydrology Modeling (HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, StormCAD, SewerCAD, WaterCAD, etc.) o Project Management and Estimating o Asset and Infrastructure Management o Document and Plan Review o Microsoft Office Suite

Strong leadership and team management skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Ability to analyze complex engineering problems and develop effective solutions.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in both office and field environments.

Exposure to construction sites, including varying weather conditions and potential hazards.

May require attendance at evening meetings or emergency response situations.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and references to:

By Mail:

o City of Sulphur Springs o Attn: Tory Niewiadomski o 125 S. Davis Street, o Sulphur Springs, TX 75482

Email:

o To: tory@sulphurspringstx.org o Subject: Assistant City Engineer Application for (Your Name) o Attn: Tory Niewiadomski

Position open until filled

Note: This job description is intended to convey essential information about the scope and requirements of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, duties, or responsibilities associated with the role. Other duties may be assigned as needed for the position under the direction of the Director of Community Development or City Engineer.

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