Association of County Engineers of Alabama

Qualifications: Certified as a professional engineer and the ability to complete annual continuing education units to maintain certification. A degree in engineering and a minimum of 10 years experience in civil engineering, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work. Good communicator, U.S. citizen, must have valid Alabama drivers’ license.

Job summary: Plan, organize, direct the engineering department’s operations and personnel and ensure the timely and accurate completion of construction and maintenance functions within the road and bridge department. Develop long-range and short-range plans and priorities for the completion of engineering, road and bridge projects of a unit system. Establish and maintain departmental budget and records with direct supervision over the department employees. Make difficult administrative decisions in carrying out general county goals and objectives.

Job benefits: Includes 14 paid holidays, 13 days vacation, up to 13 days sick leave; covered by Alabama Retirement System. Salary negotiable.

How to apply: Applications must be received no later than Feb. 26, 2010. Address applications to:
Macon County Personnel Director
101 E. Rosa Parks Ave, Suite 106
Tuskegee , Ala. 36083

For more information, call the Macon County Commission Personnel Administration Office at (334) 724-2500.

The Macon County Commission is an equal opportunity employer and offers equal employment for all persons, including the handicapped.

Russell County is seeking applications for a Graduate Civil Engineer to assists the County Engineer and Assistant County Engineer with the operations of the Highway Department. The applicant should have experience in road and bridge construction (2 years minimum), be certified as an Engineer Intern in Alabama, and possess effective supervisory and leadership skills.

For additional information contact:
Russell County Highway Department
97 Poorhouse Road
Seale, Ala. 36875
(334) 855-0209

Applications must be submitted to:
Alabama State Employment Office
2300 Frederick Road
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 749-5065

Performs responsible and diversified professional engineering work in directing a major department of county government. Responsible for planning and directing. Controls the activities of the county roads personnel of a unit system. Determines departmental policies, plans long-term programs and makes difficult administrative decisions, to carry out general county goals and objectives.

The Dallas County Commission is seeking candidates to fill the position of bridge foreman / equipment operator. Under the direction of the Road Maintenance Supervisor and the Bridge Inspector, the employee operates equipment to assist with bridge construction and repair. Assigns work to staff and ensures proper completion. Completes paperwork concerning payroll, leave requests, and daily activities. Performs manual labor in the construction and repair of bridges including laying floors, setting wheels, and setting spikes.

Knowledge of equipment operation, safety procedures, and preventative maintenance.
Ability read and fill out routine forms and records.
Knowledge of equipment, supplies, and material used in road and bridge construction.
Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisors, and general public.
Ability to work without close supervision.
Math skills and ability to read tape measure.
Mobility and dexterity to bend, crouch, stretch, etc.
Ability to operate motor vehicle and heavy equipment.
Ability to climb and withstand large heights.
Ability to lift objects over 50 lbs.
Ability to work nonstandard hours.

The work environment involves high risks with exposure to potentially dangerous situations or unusual environmental stress which require a range of safety and other precautions, e.g., working at great heights under extreme outdoor weather conditions.

At least three months experience supervising a bridge crew or any combination of education or experience which provides the qualifications listed.
Valid CDL – Class A

Applications will be taken in the Human Resources Department on the first floor of the Dallas County Annex from June 3- June 9, 2009 between the hours of 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Resumes may be e-mailed to brenda.wood@dallascounty-al.org or faxed to: Human Resources Department at 334-874-2558.

The Association of County Engineers of Alabama is an affiliate organization of the
Association of County Commissions of Alabama.

Association of County Engineers of Alabama
100 N. Jackson Street | Montgomery, Ala. 36104 | (334) 263-7594 | Fax (334) 263-7678
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