ENGINEER / SENIOR ENGINEER

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ENGINEER / SENIOR ENGINEER

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ENGINEER / SENIOR ENGINEER



Salary


$85,737.96 - $115,224.65 Annually



Location


Ohio 45202, OH




Job Type


Full-time Classified



Job Number


25-02216




Department


Metropolitan Sewer District



Opening Date


10/21/2025




Closing Date


11/4/2025 11:59 PM Eastern





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General Statement of Duties


As an Engineer or Senior Engineer in the Conveyance Capital Planning group, the applicant will assess and plan sewer improvement projects, including development of cost-effective alternatives, cost estimates, and ArcGIS mapping.

The applicant will also serve as a Strategic Risk Reduction Initiative (SRRI) Project Engineer.

Working in the SRRI program, the applicant will develop target areas for SRRI work; coordinate Intergovernmental Agreements (IGAs); manage several steps within the SRRI program tracking specific task and overall progress; coordinate flow monitoring, model calibration, and I/I reduction effectiveness; analyze data to determine I/I removal effectiveness; coordinate public outreach materials to educate residents, local governments, and potential contractors on SRRI goals and benefits; serve as the primary contact between MSD and local jurisdictions and community groups; coordinate engineering, field operations, and GIS teams to prioritize and track disconnection efforts; and monitor program progress, prepare reports, and recommend improvements based on data and field feedback.


Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)


(Illustrative only.

Any one position within this classification may not include all of the KSAs listed nor do the listed examples include all of the KSAs which may be performed.)

Knowledge of:
Engineering and technology, especially as related to assigned area of responsibility--structural, mechanical, electrical, civil, geotechnical, etc; reinforced concrete design.

Design techniques, tools, and principals involved in the production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

As appropriate, geology, including local geology, investigative practices, and stabilization methods.

Code of Ethics for Professional Engineers.

Pertinent federal, state, and local codes, laws, regulations and standards, and industry safety standards Principles of management and supervision City personnel policies and procedures and union contracts.

Principles and practices of obtaining and administering funding for assigned projects.

Materials, tools, and equipment used in engineering.

Administrative policies and procedures of the City and the assigned department.

Principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.



Skill to:
Operate appropriate computer equipment; use properly all related hardware and software.

Microsoft Office Suite, project management software, ArcGIS, AutoCAD Civil 3D tools, and analytic or scientific software.

Operate motor vehicle in the course of duty.

Ability to:
Exercise professional engineering judgment in accordance with currently accepted engineering practices and appropriate laws and codes.

Interpret engineering plans and perform calculations.

Analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Use logic and reason to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Review and prepare reports, construction plans, cost estimates, and specifications for assigned projects.

Review plans for roadways, utilities, earthworks, and residential and industrial developments.

Monitor and review information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Ensure the use of appropriate safety and quality standards.

Interpret field data and results from laboratory tests and identify trends or make recommendations.

Develop and maintain databases and maps.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Write technical reports or summaries.

Manage project budgets and schedules.

Plan and manage the activities of subordinate workers.

Manage construction projects and contractors.



Required Education and Experience


SENIOR ENGINEER

Each applicant must be a registered professional engineer in the State of Ohio, or in a state with equivalent registration requirements.

If not registered in Ohio when appointed, Ohio registration must be obtained during the probationary period.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of registration with the State of Ohio as a Professional Engineer.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Driver's License.

MILITARY EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE EVALUATION
Military education and experience may be substituted for college level course work at the lower and upper division baccalaureate and graduate levels and apprenticeship training at the vocational certificate level on a case by case basis based on the American Council on Education (ACE) Military Guide recommendations.

ENGINEER

Each applicant must be enrolled as a Senior in a Bachelor's Degree program in engineering at an accredited college or university, or possess a Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an accredited college or university.



OR

Possess an Engineer-in-Training Certificate from any state.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Possession of Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an accredited college or university is required at the time of hire.



Possession, or ability to get, a valid Driver's License.

MILITARY EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE EVALUATION

Military education and experience may be substituted for college level course work at the lower and upper division baccalaureate and graduate levels and apprenticeship training at the vocational certificate level on a case by case basis based on the American Council on Education (ACE) Military Guide recommendations.

HR CONTACT: DENISE.BROWNING@CINCINNATI-OH.GOV


Working and Physical Conditions


Environmental Conditions: Indoor and outdoor environments; exposure to office computer screens; exposure to extremes in weather conditions; work in or with water; work below ground, on slippery or uneven surfaces, on ladders or scaffolds; work around heavy equipment/construction equipment, moving vehicles; exposure to dust, asbestos, exhaust fumes; possibility of working with toxic chemicals, depending on assignment.

Physical Conditions: Essential and other important responsibilities and duties require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, standing and walking for prolonged periods of time; general manual dexterity required; light and moderate lifting and carrying; must be able to operate assigned vehicle.







The below information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available and is subject to change.

Not all benefits listed are available for every position.

Benefits can vary depending on applicable labor agreements and/or salary plan.

For specific questions, contact the HR Contact indicated on the Job Posting.

The City of Cincinnati offers its employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package designed to actively attract and retain quality employees' to add additional value to the City of Cincinnati's workforce.

A summary of these benefits for full-time employment is listed below.

This is a general listing of benefits for all employees and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing for all bargaining units.

The City offers a variety of training programs, ranging from job-specific skills such as computer and equipment instruction, to helping supervisors improve their management techniques.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Cincinnati is dedicated to providing equal employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation or transgendered status, or ethnic, national or Appalachian origin, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.

Holidays

The City of Cincinnati has 11 paid holidays annually that include:

New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Day
President's Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans' Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving
Christmas

Health Insurance

The City of Cincinnati 80/20 offers 3 medical plans to all full time City of Cincinnati employees and eligible dependents: the 80/20 PPO medical plan, the HDHP medical plan with an HSA contribution, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement for those enrolled on another non-city eligible group plan.

Eligible dependents include:

Legal Spouse or Equal Partner
Child (natural child, adopted child, and/or child who the group has determined is covered under a Qualified Medical Child Support Order)
Step-child
Child for whom the employee or employee's spouse/equal partner is a legal guardian

Basic Life Insurance

A $50,000 Basic Life Insurance policy is paid for by the City for certain eligible employees.

Full time employees not eligible for the City-paid basic life insurance policy are generally provided a similar benefit through their union group.


Supplemental Life, Long Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

Most full time City employees are eligible to participate in a supplemental life insurance program, a long term disability plan, and accident and critical illness insurance programs at their own expense.

Premiums are determined by age, amount of coverage, and various additional factors.

Flexible Benefits Plans

Healthcare Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in the Healthcare Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay out-of-pocket medical, prescription, dental, and vision care expenses for employees and family members.



Dependent Care Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in a Dependent Care Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay work-related dependent care expenses.

Participants can set aside money each year through pre-tax payroll deductions to pay for these expenses.

Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account

City employees can participate in a Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account (TERA) that can be used to reimburse expenses related to traveling to and from work.

Participants can set-up a pre-tax payroll deduction up to an IRS regulated amount.

Healthy Lifestyles Program

City employees can voluntarily participate in a wellness incentive program that encourages and rewards employees and their spouses/equal partners for making positive choices for better health.

The City of Cincinnati will contribute up to $300/year to a Health Reimbursement Account for each the employee and their spouse/equal partner for meeting specified program goals.

These dollars can be used to offset qualified out-of-pocket medical expenses.

Integrated Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

This is a voluntary program that serves as an alternative healthcare option to traditional medical plans.

If you have alternate group health coverage available to you through a spouse, equal partner, another job, or a non-city retirement plan, you may be eligible for this plan which reimburses you for the difference in premiums between the plans and your covered out of pocket expenses on the other plan.


Retirement Plan

The City provides a defined benefit pension plan for part-time and full-timeemployees.

New hires and re-hired employees are required to participate in the City of Cincinnati's Retirement System (CRS), regardless of previous participation in an Ohio State pension system or any another state or federal pension system.

CRS is funded by employer and employee contributions, and investment returns from plan assets.

CRS provides retirement and health care benefits subject to eligibility requirements.

The following groups are excluded from participation in CRS: Mayor and Members of City Council; Sworn Police & Fire; Police Recruits; and Rehired Ohio Police & Fire Retirees.
Deferred Compensation

As an Ohio government employer, the City offers employees the ability to participate in a 457(b) tax-deferred retirement savings plan.

The City makes an annual match to your 457(b) of up to $750, or as otherwise specified in applicable regulations and union contracts.





01

By completing this supplemental evaluation, you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate.

Any information you provide may be reviewed by the Human Resources staff and hiring department(s).

Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal.

See resume is not an acceptable answer to the questions.

The Human Resources staff will verify that you meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the job posting, based on the information provided in your application and in these answers.

Please indicate you have read and agree with this information.]

+ Yes, I understand and agree



02

To qualify as a Senior Engineer, you must have a license attached as a professional engineer in the State of Ohio, or a state with similar registration requirements.

To qualify as an Engineer Intern, you must have transcripts attached showing degree attained with the date of attainment.

I have read and understand this statement.



+ Yes

+ No



03

How many years of experience as a Professional Engineer do you have?

(Experience should be progressively responsible)

+ No experience

+ Less than 1 year

+ 1 year to less than 3 years

+ 3 year to less than 5 years

+ 5 year to less than 7 years

+ 7 year to less than 10 years

+ 10 years or more



04

In which of the following areas do you possess a Bachelor's degree?



+ Civil Engineering

+ Electrical Engineering

+ Mechanical Engineering

+ Closely Related Field



05

Which of the following minimum qualifications do you meet?



+ SENIOR ENGINEER: Each applicant must be a registered professional engineer in the State of Ohio, or in a state with equivalent registration requirements.

If not registered in Ohio when appointed, Ohio registration must be obtained during probationary period.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Possession of registration with the State of Ohio as a Professional Engineer.

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Driver's License.

(PE License and Driver's license must be attached.)

+ ENGINEER: Each applicant must be enrolled as a Senior in a Bachelor's Degree program in engineering at an accredited college or university, or possess a Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an accredited college or university.

(Transcripts and Driver's license must be attached.) OR Possess an Engineer-in-Training Certificate from any state.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS Possession of Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an accredited college or university is required at the time of hire.

Possession, or ability to get, a valid Driver's License.



06

I understand that if I am applying for the Senior Engineer, I MUST attach my transcripts, PE license and driver's license or my application will be rejected.

If I am applying for the Engineer, I MUST attach my transcripts and driver's license, or my application will be rejected.



+ Yes

+ No



07

This is a Noncompetitive position that includes an evaluation of the applications to determine if the applicants meet the minimum requirements as outlined in the Required Education and Experience section.

A Noncompetitive process may also consist of other components, such as a qualifying test, to determine if the applicant is able to perform the duties of the position.

Applications that meet the minimum requirements will be forwarded to the hiring department for consideration.

Please review the Required Education and Experience section for additional information.



+ I have read the above statement.



08

I understand I am responsible for maintaining the accuracy of my contact information, including my street address, email address, and telephone numbers.

My failure to maintain accurate contact information may result in me not receiving information regarding this job announcement and/or may result in me not receiving further consideration for this employment opportunity.

To update this information, visit www.governmentjobs.com, click on the career seekers link, and follow the prompts.

For technical difficulties, contact NEOGOV support at 855-524-5627.



+ Yes, I understand and Agree


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Employer

City of Cincinnati



Address

805 Central Avenue Suite 200

Cincinnati, Ohio, 45202



Phone

513-352-2400



Website

http://agency.governmentjobs.com/cincinnati/default.cfm

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