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FAIRFAX COUNTY Assistant Division Director Engineering in Fairfax, Virginia
$5,000 Signing Bonus*
Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact within a premier community? Join Fairfax Countys award-winning Wastewater Management Team as the Branch Chief of Engineering for the Wastewater Collection Division. In this vital leadership role, you will safeguard regional water quality and ensure the long-term sustainability of our utility services.
You will have the opportunity to drive innovative solutions by leading a dedicated team of professionals in the delivery of the collection systems 10-year capital improvement program. By overseeing essential renewals and providing strategic engineering support, you will play a key part in maintaining the high standards of service that Fairfax County residents and businesses rely on.
We are seeking an Assistant Division Director Engineering with strong communication skills, proven experience in leadership of technical staff, delivery of capital projects and to maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and partners.
Summary of responsibilities include:
- Partner with Asset Management Branch to incorporate risk-based planning and implementation of projects from the 10-year CIP for the collection system.
- Partner with DPWES Capital Facility on the delivery of capital projects.
- Direct oversight of WCDs engineering team performing engineering planning, design and construction of collection system facilities, including response to system emergencies.
- Provide engineering support to the operation, gravity and pumping systems
- Oversee and maintain design manuals and standards for planning and design phases along with project specifications for gravity and pumping systems.
- Oversee procurement processes associated with professional and construction phases of capital projects
- Oversee community engagement process, communications with the board of supervisors and other stakeholders as it relates to projects managed by the team.
- Provide training, leadership and growth opportunities for staff ensuring alignment with county policies, standards, procedures, and guidelines.
- Develop and implement strategic initiatives, build strong relationships within the division, department, the County, and external stakeholders and partners as it relates to functions of the branch.
- Ensure compliance with safety, local, state and federal requirements for all functions performed by the branch.
- Stay informed on industrys best practices, standards, innovative solutions and sustainable practices to deliver quality capital renewal projects for the Countys collection system.
The ideal candidate will possess:
- Proven program/project management experience
- Strong wastewater engineering/technical experience
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Proven strong leadership and problem-solving skills.
The ability to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with staff, external agencies, residents, environmental groups, government leaders and other stakeholders.
Wastewater Management is part of the Department of Public Works and Environmental Services (DPWES), please visit ushere{tabindex="0"}to learn more about us.
DPWES is a diverse, nationally accredited and award-winning public works agency with approximately 1,000 employees providing solid waste, capital facility development, wastewater, stormwater, urban forestry, and land acquisition management services for the most populous county in Virginia. Join our team to help us protect the environment and serve the people of Fairfax County by creating and preserving a sustainable community that is an ideal place to live, work, and play for everyone.
Benefits: Fairfax County Government is committed to our employees, and offers comprehensive benefits, including a defined-benefit retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; paid leave; tuition reimbursement; and reasonable accommod tions for individuals with disabilities. Through our LiveWell Program and the County Benefits Division, we endeavor to cultivate a culture of wellbeing that empowers, educates, and engages employees and retirees to make life-long choices that promote a holistic approach to their physical, mental, emotional, social, spiritual, and financial wellness. Please review our awesome benefits:
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Note:Wastewater Management positions are responsible for providing uninterrupted sewer service to residents during extreme inclement weather or other emergencies. This position is designated as emergency service and is subject to 24-hour on-call and may be required to report to work during extreme inclement weather or other emergencies, including after-hours and weekend work during emergency incidents to fulfill emergency service duties.
*A $5,000 signing bonus is available to new county employees hired in the Assistant Division Director Engineering position.
Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:{target="blank" tabindex="0"} (Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")Graduation from a four-year college or university accredited by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technologies with a bachelor's degree in the appropriate engineering or architecture field; plus, five years of progressively responsible professional experience in the appropriate engineering or architectural field, including two years of supervisory experience.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
- A valid driver's license.
- Possession of a valid Virginia Professional Engineer or Architect license.
An individual who possesses a valid Professional Engineer or Architect license in another state will be granted a temporary exemption to this requirement pending the Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, Certified Interior Designers and Landscape Architects decision regarding that individual's application for reciprocity. As a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect, signs and seals own work product and/or that of subordinate staff.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, credit check, and driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
A masters degree in civil engineering, wastewater engineering, environmental engineering, chemical engineering, biological systems engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field of engineer