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Special Assistant to the City Manager
City of Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Annual salary range: $60,550 to $83,209

Analytical… Dynamic… Innovative… Goal driven?

Do you have experience with local government and disaster recovery?

If so - the City of Cedar Rapids would like to talk to you! We are looking for a highly motivated individual with this skill set, to coordinate recovery and reinvestment activities for the City.

The Special Assistant will provide administrative and managerial assistance to the City Manager and Department Directors (in relation to the disaster relief program). Function as a liaison to State and Federal agencies, coordinate grant applications, and assist in developing strategies for the City’s lobbying team. Thorough knowledge of the laws and regulations governing the use of disaster funding required.

The Special Asistant will promote interdepartmental cooperation and effectiveness by helping departments identify and analyze options for achieving goals. Assits departments in developing and monitoring performance indicators, project statistics and financial data to show progress toward City objectives. Experience with strategic planning, project management systems and metrics required.

Interacts with citizens, local businesses and City staff as a spokesperson for the City Manager’s office. This includes planning and publicizing a variety of events, gathering ideas and sharing information with all stakeholders. Proven oral and written communication, bridge-building, and presentation skills are essential.

Details on qualifications and job duties for this position can be found at our website: http://www.cedar-rapids.org/hr.

Not sure about living and working in Cedar Rapids?

Cedar Rapids is the kind of community where you belong. Purchasing a home costs 40% less than the national average; property and violent crime rates are low and more than half of our community members enjoy commute times of less than 15 minutes.

We offer a generous benefits package that includes: free employee dental care and low cost family dental care, low cost health and prescription coverage, flexible benefits plans, 11 paid holidays, a comprehensive wellness program with free annual screenings for you and your spouse, an IPERS retirement package, deferred compensation, flexible leave, tuition reimbursement, and more!

All of this adds up to one great place to live, work and play.

For more information on what it is like to live in the Cedar Rapids or the Corridor area visit www.cedarrapids.org/liveworkplay.asp or www.culturalcorridor.org/index.asp

To download an application: www.cedar-rapds.org/hr.
Submit your completed application to: hr@cedar-rapids.org
Position is subject to an employment period that coincides with the City of Cedar Rapids disaster recovery, funding will be re-evaluated annually.

Position starts on or before September 1, 2009. To complete the screening and interview process preference will be given to candidates who apply by June 19, 2009. Late applications may be considered at the discretion of the Human Resources Director and City Manager. No applications will be accepted after June 29, 2009.
Pre-employment drug screen required.
Assistance provided to disabled individuals upon request
Equal Opportunity Employer

Floodplain Manager
Ravalli County, MT

This is your opportunity to manage the river running through it. Ravalli County, located in beautiful western Montana, is seeking a full-time floodplain manager.

Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in environmental science, engineering, geography, or related field
Currently a Certified Floodplain Manager, or ability to quickly obtain certification
Minimum of one year direct experience in floodplain management
Experience in planning, organizing, and administering the functions of a regulatory floodplain program
Knowledge of rules, regulations, laws, policies, procedures and practices related to the National Floodplain Insurance Program and Montana Floodplain and Floodway Management Act
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to exercise significant and professional level independent judgment
Microsoft Office
Valid driver’s license

Preferences:
Master’s Degree
Proficiency with GIS
Experience with surface water modeling software packages (e.g., HEC models)
Familiarity with and understanding of LiDAR data

Job duties
Works under the Planning Director as the primary delegate responsible for administration and interpretation of the County’s floodplain regulations
Reviews and processes all floodplain development permit applications
Acts as the principal authority on all floodplain related matters in the County
Plans, organizes, and implements the administrative activities of the County floodplain program and regulations
Reviews and approves/denies Elevation Certificates, LOMA/LOMR, elevational surveys, HEC-RAS models and waiver requests submitted with subdivision applications and provides an accurate accounting thereof

Salary range is from $35,000 to $40,000 DOE. Ravalli County offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and retirement through PERS. This position is open until filled. Initial review of applications will begin on June 26, 2009.

To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter, county application (http://www.ravallicounty.mt.gov/hr/documents/RavalliCountyApplication.pdf), and resume to:

John Lavey, Planning Director
Ravalli County Planning Department
215 S. 4th Street, Suite F
Hamilton, MT 59840
Phone: (406) 375-6530
Fax: (406) 375-6531
jlavey@ravallicounty.mt.gov

Program Manager – Watershed Services
Columbia, SC

W.K. Dickson and Co., Inc., a top 500 ENR Engineering firm, seeks a Watershed Services Program Manager for its Columbia, SC office. The ideal candidate will have 10-15 years of progressive experience in the planning, design, and permitting of public and private infrastructure projects dealing with the conveyance, treatment and discharge of stormwater. Primary responsibilities include project management, marketing, and supervision of staff. South Carolina experience preferred. The WK Dickson Watershed Services program includes a combination of engineers and scientists providing sustainable watershed solutions to assist state, municipal, and private clients throughout the southeast.
BS in environmental science, engineering, or a related field is required. PE in SC or ability to obtain is preferred but not required.

Company offers a very competitive salary and other excellent benefits in a progressive, career oriented work environment. Interested candidates may respond in confidence with resume to: hrdept@wkdickson.com.
www.wkdickson.com

Water Resources Business Developer
Denver, CO

Michael Baker Jr., Inc. seeks to fill a newly established Water Resources Business Development Lead position in our Denver, Colorado (Lakewood) office.

Michael Baker Corporation (http://www.mbakercorp.com) provides engineering and operations and maintenance services for its clients’ most complex challenges worldwide. The firm's primary business areas are aviation, environmental, facilities, geospatial information technologies, pipelines and utilities, transportation, water/wastewater, and oil and gas. With more than 4,000 employees in over 50 offices across the United States and internationally, Baker is focused on delivering innovative and sustainable solutions for infrastructure and the environment. Michael Baker Corporation is ranked among the top 50 national design firms (ENR 2008).

The Water Resources Business Development Lead will be a self-starter who is responsible for expanding business opportunities by generating and developing new business relationships in the Rocky Mountain Region (primary focus on Federal, State and Municipal clients). In addition, this key individual will help to direct and focus the business development activities of existing seller/doers and project managers. Project management experience is required. The role of the Business Developer will entail supporting development and implementation of sales action plans by others. It will also involve identifying sales prospects and establishing/maintaining client relationships. This individual will present and sell company services to current and potential clients and will coordinate the efforts of technical managers and staff as necessary to close sales. Additionally, the Business Developer will support preparation of proposals and cost estimates. This individual will participate in marketing events such as seminars, conventions, trade shows and professional organizations. The support development and maintenance of sales materials will be a part of this position. It will be necessary to remain current with regulatory developments and service needs in the Water Resources field and to be able to identify and exploit emerging market trends.

Requirements:
• BS in Civil Engineering or similar
• Minimum of 15 years, with 10 years experience in Water Resources
• Project management experience
• Demonstrable record of servicing, maintaining, and expanding client relationships and achieving sales and revenue goals.
• Technical knowledge of water resources projects and practices.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to create and edit written materials.
• Ability to work as a team member in cooperation within and across technical disciplines.
• Microsoft Office

Preferences:
• PE
• MS Project

Michael Baker Corporation has a long-standing commitment to the principles of equal employment opportunity. In keeping with this commitment, we will continue recruitment, employment, compensation, terms, conditions, and privileges of employment of qualified persons without regard to gender, race, age, sex, religion, ethnicity, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Individuals shall be judged solely on their job-related aptitude, training, skills, and performance.

We strive to instill a set of Core Values that include Integrity, Quality, People and Teamwork, Safety, Communication and Commitment.

Baker offers an excellent benefits package that includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Additional Paid Time Off, Flex-Time, 401-K Retirement Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Credit Union, and Savings Bond Purchase Program.

To apply for this position, please log on to www.mbakercorp.com/careers and reference IRC36009

Baker is an EEO/AAP (M/F/V/H) e-Verify Employer

(Note: If you have difficulty applying online, please contact our Systems Administrator at BAKERHRMS@mbakercorp.com)

Engineer III
Raleigh, NC

The Raleigh, NC office of Greenhorne & O'Mara, Inc. has an opportunity for an Engineer III in our Water and Environment group.

The ideal candidate must have these basic qualifications/requirements:
• B.S. in civil engineering or a related water resources field
• Five (5) years of progressive work experience in water resources engineering, including hands-on experience with hydrologic/hydraulic engineering analysis and surface water modeling using HEC-RAS, and a working knowledge of FEMA regulations. Current North Carolina PE registration or meet the requirements for registration by comity
• Prior customer relations/client relations experience
• Experience in preparing and writing reports

Preferred qualifications:
• Specific experience in FEMA floodplain studies, including use of GIS-based applications of HEC-RAS and HEC-HMS,
• Solid understanding of FEMA regulations; experience in a team leader/supervisory role

Job duties include providing engineering analysis for on-going water resources projects, focusing on floodplain mapping. Provide project team leadership: ensure adherence to the project plan, objectives, schedule, and budget; supervise the technical aspects of project production; prepare quality assurance plans and conduct quality control reviews; provide guidance to the project team; coordinate with associated disciplines and agencies. Assist with proposal preparation, client visits, and presentations.

Jennifer L. Caracciolo, PHR
Sr. Staffing Consultant
6110 Frost Place
Laurel, MD 20707
Direct: 301-982-2800 | Cell:443-803-8413
Fax: 301-220-1897 | Toll-Free: 866.322.8905
www.G-and-O.com | jcaracciolo@G-and-O.com

Hydraulic Engineer
Sacramento, CA

MBK Engineers is seeking an experienced Hydraulic Engineer for a position in Sacramento, CA.
MBK Engineers, is a well-respected consulting engineering firm serving a wide variety of water resources oriented clients for over 40 years. As such, the firm is able to devote its entire
professional staff to the resolution of complex water resources issues or projects.
The firm’s consultants have long been recognized as premier experts by their clients and peers during their extensive careers. The firm’s principals are active participants in the company’s ongoing projects. MBK has a large and diverse client base which has consistently grown over the past 40 years. The client base consists largely of longtime repeat clients, and many others referred to the firm by current or previous clients. High-quality work, on time and within budget are the basis for MBK’s outstanding reputation and continued growth.

Job Description:

MBK Engineers is in search of an experienced Hydraulic Engineer to support projects related to flood protection, flood damage reduction, and river and floodplain evaluation & delineation.
Primary duties include formulating, preparing, and performing hydraulic analysis, collecting and processing data, and preparing memos and reports. Will work independently as well as lead
other engineers and technicians.

Experience Required:

A Bachelor of Science degree or higher degree is preferred.
Professional Engineers license.
Minimum 5 years experience.
Experience with HEC-RAS, FLO-2d, HEC-HMS, HEC-1, RMA-2 preferred.

Please email cover letter and resume to hr@mbkengineers.com.

Sr. Hydraulic Engineer
University of Illinois

The Illinois State Water Survey within the Institute of Natural Resource Sustainability at the University of Illinois is seeking one full-time Sr. Hydraulic Engineer. The primary function of the position is to conduct hydrologic and hydraulic studies using geospatial and field data; prepare models to perform hydraulic analysis in steady and unsteady state modes, in one or two dimensions. Oversee the technical aspects of projects providing leadership, support and guidance to other engineers.

Duties and Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be the technical lead on multiple projects; assisting other engineers and GIS staff in the preparation of hydrologic and hydraulic models, typically HEC models. Initially projects will focus on flood studies for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Primary duties will involve identifying and assigning tasks; oversight of the technical aspects of model design, and assuring methodology meets FEMA standards including data capture and reporting. The individual will utilize a variety of software including but not limited to: HEC-RAS, ArcGIS 9, GEO-RAS; HEC-HMS. The senior engineer will be responsible for guiding work; ensuring quality of model design and reporting; and meeting with agency staff, local officials; and private consulting engineers. The senior engineer will report to the project manager. The successful applicant, if not already a Licensed Professional Engineer in Illinois, will be expected to obtain a license as soon as possible.

Minimum Qualifications: A Bachelor of science degree in Engineering (Civil, Water Resources, Environmental or similar curriculum); Professional Engineer license preferably in Illinois; and a minimum of 10 years experience in hydraulic analyses and project management are required. The applicant must have experience that includes preparation of hydrologic and hydraulic models for rivers and streams having various drainage areas in both rural and urban environments. Experience using HEC-RAS required. Knowledge of HEC-1, HEC-2, TR-20, WSP2, WSPRO, Unet helpful. Experience preparing flood studies and/or Letters of Map Revision and supporting maps meeting Federal Emergency Management Agency guidelines very desirable. Knowledge of ArcGIS; Geo_RAS, HEC-HMS very desirable. Course work and/or work experience with GIS data sets such as hydrography, topography, DEMS desirable. Technical writing skills and good communication skills essential. Must enjoy working in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications: A Master of Science concentrated on hydraulics desirable.

Appointment Status: Regular 100% appointment. Salary: Salary will be commensurate with experience. Proposed Starting Date: As soon as possible after the closing date. Application Procedures: Please create your candidate profile at http://job.illinois.edu. To ensure full consideration, a cover letter, resume and the names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three professional references must be received by June 18, 2009. All requested information must be submitted for your application to be considered. For further information regarding application procedures, you may contact Hannah Dorsey, (217) 333-4978, hdorsey@illinois.edu.

The University of Illinois is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The administration,
Faculty and staff embrace diversity and are committed to attracting qualified candidates who
also embrace and value diversity and inclusivity.

Department Head, Job ID # 1440
Kansas City, MO

Greenhorne & O’Mara, Inc. is a full-service engineering consulting firm that provides solutions that enhance peoples’ lives through better communities, a healthier environment, and a more secure world. G&O supports public and private sector clients with services in the areas of civil, transportation, environmental, and water resources engineering; and information technology, hazard mitigation, and security services.

Through a network of 17 offices throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southeastern U.S., G&O’s cadre of expert teams are involved in a variety of projects located throughout the United States and Overseas. G&O was founded in 1950 and is an employee-owned firm that is consistently ranked by Engineering News Record among the top architectural/engineering design firms in the United States.

This rarely available Department Head position has high visibility both internally and in the Water Resources Engineering marketplace, and offers the opportunity to lead the FEMA Risk Map Program Support Center in Kansas City, MO.

The Opportunity:

The ideal candidate must have these basic qualifications:
• 7years experience in water resources, with at least 5 years in a supervisory/management role
• Registered P.E. and CFM
• Bachelor of Science in Civil, Environmental Engineering, Biology or Environmental Focused, with a water resources concentration.
• Experience working on and leading FEMA Floodplain Studies
• H&H Modeling analysis
• Knowledge of GIS applications in water resources

Job duties include:
• Operate as the Team Leader for FEMA Region VII Regional Support Center
• Direct efforts of all project engineers and GIS professionals in the Kansas City office performing FEMA Flood Insurance H&H studies, mapping and reviews
• Collaborate with FEMA Region VII Engineers on issues related to FEMA’s Map Modernization program
• Providing technical leadership and ensuring adequate staff development through hands on training, guidance, and mentoring

Greenhorne & O’Mara prides itself on providing challenges and growth opportunities to individuals wanting to flourish in a professional work environment that allows for individuality, entrepreneurship, and the absolute desire to excel. To express interest in this highly desirable position, submit your resume as follows:

Resumes must include job ID number (Job ID # 1440). Apply online at www.G-and-O.com, or fax to 301-220-1897, or mail to Greenhorne & O’Mara Inc. Attn: Recruitment Services, 6110 Frost Place, Laurel, MD 20707.

G & O offers competitive salaries and benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays and a 401K profit sharing. We conduct pre-employment background and drug tests. eoe/aa/m/f/h/v.

Program Managers
Multiple Locations

The Accenture/DHI team is performing the national program management for the Risk MAP Program of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). One of the requirements is the staffing of one or more persons in each of the ten federal regions to perform program management functions, technical support, technical methodology review, coordination, teambuilding and stakeholder outreach efforts. Accenture is seeking expressions of interest from qualified personnel who would be interested in joining the team to fulfill regional liaison roles in the following locations:

- Atlanta, GA
- Boston, MA
- Chicago, IL
- Denton, TX
- Denver, CO
- Kansas City, MO
- Oakland, CA
- Philadelphia, PA
- Seattle, WA

GENERAL CANDIDATE CAPABILITIES
The position requires a combination of program management skills, technical knowledge of the National Flood
Insurance Program’s mapping program, and strong communication and relationship building skills. The candidate
should be experienced with program management processes and skill domains, including Earned Value Management (EVM), program planning and scheduling, change control, risk and quality management. The candidate must also be technically qualified, in one or more fields: hydrology and hydraulics, coastal hydrodynamics, hazard mitigation, GIS and a thorough understanding of flood mapping processes.

WORK FACTORS
Successful hires will be working in or near the FEMA Mitigation Branch regional offices. They must be able to work well on their own with little day to day direction, although national oversight and management is implied. They will report to a national director of the regional liaisons. Travel will be about 20% of their time.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Basic Qualifications:

- Minimum 10 years of experience with a combination of program or project management experience; engineering experience (hydrology and hydraulics); coastal hydrodynamics, hazard mitigation, or geospatial information systems and flood mapping
- Minimum 7 years work experience in engineering
- Must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to hold a Public Trust position
- Bachelor's Degree or 4 additional years of program management and engineering work experience in lieu of a Degree

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

- Program Management skills and some technical knowledge of the National Flood Insurance Program's mapping program
- Technical field knowledge of hydrology and hydraulics, coastal hydrodynamics, hazard mitigation, or geospatial information systems and flood mapping
- Knowledge of the Map Modernization Program or Mitigation programs
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work with senior level management of the Client

Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.
Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.
Accenture is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If interested in being considered for one of these positions, please send an e-mail, including resume to Jessica.ODonnell@accenture.com

Senior Project Manager
Laurel, Maryland

Greenhorne & O’Mara is a full-service engineering consulting firm that provides solutions that enhance peoples’ lives through better communities, a healthier environment, and a more secure world. G&O supports public and private sector clients with services in the areas of civil, transportation, environmental, and water resources engineering; and information technology, hazard mitigation, and security services.

Through a network of 17 offices throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southeastern U.S., G&O’s cadre of expert teams are involved in a variety of projects located throughout the United States and Overseas. G&O was founded in 1950 and is an employee-owned firm that is consistently ranked by Engineering News Record among the top architectural/engineering design firms in the United States.

The Laurel, Maryland office of Greenhorne & O'Mara, Inc. has an opportunity for a Senior Project Manager focusing on Hazard Mitigation Planning. Job ID # 1337

The candidate must have these basic qualifications/requirements:
• Bachelor of Science degree in planning, engineering or related field
• Ten (10) years experience in Hazard Mitigation planning work
• Good communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:
• Familiar with local government and FEMA work

Job Responsibilities:
• Leader for the hazard mitigation work in the Department
• Responsible for hazard mitigation planning work, marketing and developing new work
• Mentoring of young HM planners, and provide support to the Department Head

Resumes must include job ID number (Job ID # 1377). Apply online at www.G-and-O.com, or fax to 301-220-1897, or mail to Greenhorne & O’Mara Inc. Attn: Recruitment Services, 6110 Frost Place, Laurel, MD 20707.

Greenhorne & O’Mara offers competitive salaries and benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays and 401K profit sharing. We conduct pre-employment background and drug tests. eoe/aa/m/f/h/v.

PROGRAM / OFFICE MANAGER – MUNICIPAL WATER / WASTEWATER
Dallas, Texas

Michael Baker Jr. Inc., a division of Michael Baker Corporation, seeks a Program / Office Manager (Operations Manager IV ) for new Dallas, Texas office.

An experienced Program/Office Manager is needed to establish and staff the new Dallas, Texas Office, which will focus on Municipal Water/Wastewater projects.

Requirements:
• B.S. Civil Engineering
• 15-20 Years of experience in the management of municipal water/wastewater projects and annual service multi-task type programs.
• Min 10 years experience in the Dallas Metroplex Area with related established client relationships.
• Candidate must have strong leadership skills and the ability to generate business opportunities with existing and perspective clients.
• Texas P.E. Registration
• Will assist with revenue flow and growth within the water/wastewater municipal industry.
• General knowledge of Microsoft Office.

To apply for this position, please log on to www.mbakercorp.com/careers and reference IRC24397 or email your resume to HRWest@mbakercorp.com

Baker is an EEO/AAP (M/F/V/H) e-Verify Employer

AWWA Jobs

The American Water Works Association (AWWA) maintains an excellent jobs listing on the internet. ASFPM or its members may use the AWWA Job Listings like all other employers, filling out an online form which sends postings to AWWA in an e-mail. Please note the limitations on the types of jobs to be listed. Effective January 2000, employers will have to pay to put job announcements on the site, but prospective employees can put a resume on the site at no charge.

To look at the current jobs listings, click here.

You are also encouraged to look at the AWWA home site by clicking here .
ASFPM applauds this effort by AWWA!

This page was last updated on June 16, 2009