The City of Groveport, Ohio is central Ohio's small town. Groveport is a growing City in southeastern Franklin County. The community has a state-of-the-art recreation and aquatic center, a world class golf course, an excellent arts and education program, several parks and a quaint Main Street historic area. We are looking for a Engineer to join our team. This is a great opportunity with a very competitive starting salary and great benefits including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, health, dental, vision and life insurance.
SUMMARY: Responsible for the management of the City’s engineering department, including staff, public infrastructure improvement projects, and review of engineering plans for public and private developments. Provides recommendations for replacement/repair of public infrastructure, including road repairs/repaving, drainage improvements and public utilities.
QUALIFICATIONS: Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in civil engineering from a college or university of recognized standing and civil engineering experience, preferably at the local government level, some of which preferably was in a supervisory/managerial capacity; minimum of four (4) years of experience and training in all aspects of CADD/GIS, drafting and surveying; or any equivalent combination of accepted education and experience that would provide the following knowledge, abilities and skills.
LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Certification as a Registered Professional Engineer within the State of Ohio. Must possess a valid Ohio driver’s license and maintain insurability under the Municipality’s vehicle insurance policy.
EQUIPMENT OPERATED: The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive: Automobile, tape measure, digital camera, Kuhlman gauge, level, architect/engineer ruler, cellular phone, personal computer, computer software, printer, copy machine, fax machine, and other standard business office equipment.
INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS OR PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORKING CONDITIONS: The employer has exposure to chemical compounds found in an office environment (e.g., toner, correction fluid, etc.); works in the vicinity of floor or wall openings, elevated platforms, and/or runways; ascends and/or descends ladders, stairs, or scaffolds; works on and around powered platforms and/or vehicle mounted platforms; is exposed to environmental conditions which may result in injury from fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and/or poorly ventilated work areas; exposed to possible injury from hazardous gases, chemicals, flammables, air containments, unclean or unsanitary conditions, electric shock; works with moving mechanical parts of equipment or machines (e.g., HVAC equipment, pool equipment, fitness equipment); exposed to possible injury from explosions and/or falling from high places; works in or around crowds; has contact with potentially violent or emotionally distraught persons; has exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy weather conditions; infrequently lifts objects 50 lbs or less; infrequently carries objects 50 lbs or less; infrequently pushes objects 50 lbs. or less; infrequently pulls objects 50 lbs or less. Note: In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this is considered light to medium work.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND WORKER CHARACTERISTICS:
JOB DUTIES in order of importance:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION: For purposes of 42 USC 12101:
35% (1) Prepares engineering layouts for capital improvements (streets, storm, water, facility).
25% (2) Provides input to Chief Building and Zoning Officials on site plan submittals to City for review and action; revises base and zoning maps; reviews public records, legal plats, survey plat drawings of property surveys, and documents regarding annexations, easements, dedications and vacations prior to Council action; reviews development plans submitted to ensure compliance with City standards including, but not limited to, street construction, storm water management, traffic and sidewalk requirements.
15% (3) Directs and reviews design work of consultants performing work for the City; manages/supervises development of bid packets and specifications for construction projects, including solicitation for and evaluation of bids and preparation of bid summaries; administers contracts for construction projects, including evaluation of pay applications for approval by the administrator and payment by finance director.
15% (4) Assists with the development, maintenance, and updates to Five-Year Capital Plan, Street Inventory, Storm Water Management Plan, Geographic Information System and any other infrastructure-related plan adopted or initiated by the City. Assists Service Director with the planning of the CMOM Program and Sidewalk Program.
5% (5) Analyzes departmental needs and directs formulation of project estimates; prepares appropriation budget and forecasting; assists with preparation of capital improvements plan in conjunction with Council and the Mayor; assists in the preparation of grant applications; monitors budget and expenses; provides input on future capital projects for budgeting purposes.
5% (6) Maintains contact with contractors, other engineers, the general public, and various government agencies/officials in order to obtain or disseminate information related to the essential position functions.
(7) Maintains required licensures and certification.
(8) Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions.
(9) Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE CHARACTERISTICS: (*indicates developed after employment)
Knowledge of: engineering; budgeting; project management; *municipal goals and objectives; *municipal policies and procedures; *personnel rules; *rules and regulations; *workplace safety practices and procedures; water distribution system principles and practices; sewer construction; government grant programs; municipal laws and/or regulations; public relations; office practices and procedures; records management; supervisory principles and practices; *local geographical area.
Skill in: computer operation; use of modern office equipment; motor vehicle operation; computer software.
Ability to: interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, picture, or schedule form; interpret extensive variety of technical material in books, journals, and manuals; deal with problems involving several variables within familiar context; apply management principles to solve agency problems; exercise independent judgment and discretion; understand, interpret, and apply building codes; select most qualified applicant according to specifications for referral; add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers; calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages; complete routine forms; prepare routine correspondence; prepare accurate documentation; compile and prepare reports; respond to routine inquiries from public and/or officials; conduct effective interviews; communicate effectively; train or instruct others; understand technical manuals and/or verbal instructions; understand a variety of written and/or verbal communications; maintain records according to established procedures; develop and maintain effective working relationships; travel to and gain access to work site.
POSITIONS DIRECTLY SUPERVISED: Engineering Department staff, including but not limited to the Administrative Assistant.
BENEFITS: Excellent benefit package includes:
- Health insurance (low premium and deductible for employee)
- Vision insurance (fully paid for by City)
- Dental insurance (fully paid for by City)
- Life insurance (fully paid for by City)
- 11 paid holidays
- 2 weeks of vacation or more depending on service credits
- 1 personal day
- 18 days of sick leave a year (rolls over annually)
- Parental leave
- OPERS retirement plan
- Deferred Compensation optional
- Free recreation center membership
- Free access to Motts Military Museum
Salary Range: $100,587.76 ($48.36) - $128,922.04 ($61.98)
To be considered for this position, you must apply by 11:59PM Friday July 24th, 2026, at the link below:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/groveport
Pay: $100,587.76 - $128,922.04 per year
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Bereavement leave
- Dental insurance
- Dependent health insurance coverage
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Free parking
- Gym membership
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Military leave
- On-the-job training
- Paid holidays
- Paid jury duty
- Paid military leave
- Paid parental leave
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Partner benefits
- Prescription drug insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
