CIVIL ENGINEER/AGRICULTURAL ENGINEER

This is an engineering position located in support of a large complex geographical area in the state. The incumbent serves as area, zone or state engineer and is responsible for providing technical guidance and leadership in the overall planning, design, installation, and maintenance of the engineering phases of soil and water conservation practices as well as watershed flood protection programs. A relocation incentive up to $25,000 may be offered with a 3 year service agreement.Coordinates and supervises the planning, design and construction of engineering practices such as water management, animal waste management erosion control, flood control, and other conservation practices needing engineering guidance.Makes periodic on-site inspections of the engineering work for technical adequacy and adherence to standards and policy to assure work is being carried out according to drawings and specifications.Plans and conducts pre-bid site showing, approves construction schedules, monitors work for compliance with plans and specification and contractrequirements.Directs and performs site investigations and feasibility studies; field checks and field construction. checks for conservation practice installations.Coordinates and conducts necessary quality assurance reviews of planned, designed, and constructed engineering projects in the assigned area or state.Provides intensive engineering on-the-job training to field office staff as indicated by needs. ·Provides technical guidance and training to personnel in the area of all engineering practices and in the use and care of engineering equipment.