Dutchess County Department of Public Works – Engineering Division
2026 Salary: $88,530
This is a provisional position pending a future civil service exam. This is a technically advanced
civil engineering position in the Department of Public Works. The incumbent is generally
assigned to manage projects that involve design and reconstruction of county highways and
bridges, along with collateral facilities such as drainage systems and retaining walls. The
employee evaluates the condition of the assigned project area and in association with a higher
level engineer, develops plans and specifications to meet project needs in accordance with
budgetary constraints and within regulatory guidelines. The position has significant interaction
with the general public, utilities, local municipalities and contractors as it coordinates the entire
project through to completion. In addition, the position may be assigned to oversee other
specialized functions within the division such as the survey crew. The position differs from
Junior Civil Engineer in that it is responsible for overall project management, whereas a Junior
Civil Engineer typically assists in certain aspects of a project or manages a small project under
direct supervision as part of overall training. The position differs from Assistant Civil Engineer
II (Design) in that the higher level position is the project engineer with legal authority to approve
final plans, coordinates overall design activity, and is responsible for technical development of
the staff. Supervision is normally exercised over the work of subordinate employees.
To view a complete list of job duties, click here.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EITHER: (A) Graduation from an ABET-Accredited college or university with a
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and two (2) years of full-time
highway engineering experience involving design, construction and
maintenance;
OR: (B) Completion of the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and
one (1) year of full-time highway and/or bridge engineering experience
involving design, construction or maintenance.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
A department head may require the possession of a valid driver's license at time of appointment
and to maintain position.
FINGERPRINTING: A fingerprint supported background investigation is required before an
appointment is made to some positions. Pursuant to New York State Executive Law, the Division
of Criminal Justice Services requires that a fee accompany each such request for a search. It is
due once a job offer is made and accepted by the applicant.
Dutchess County offers a diverse working environment and generous benefits package
including 13 paid holidays, paid time off, comprehensive health, dental and vision
insurance, and NYS Retirement.
Apply online at www.dutchessny.gov/jobs
Recruitment will be posted until 7/16/25.
An EEO/AA Employer
Posted: 6/25/25
