Description

Join our team at Spalding County in Griffin, GA where local government professionals have a positive impact on the daily life of our thriving community. Spalding County is beautifully located approximately 35 miles south of Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in Atlanta. The area provides the perfect combination of big-city amenities and small-town charm. Weekends can be immersed in the arts community with regular performances hosted by Griffin Ballet, Camelot Theatre, Griffin Choral Arts, and Main Street Players. Or head into the outdoors as Spalding County encompasses 763 acres of public parks with 23 playgrounds, and the Quarry’s Edge Mountain Bike complex. Take a stroll down the beautiful tree-lined streets and enjoy the City of Griffin’s vibrant and walkable downtown with live music and entertainment for your evenings and nights. From beautiful mansions to renovated lofts downtown, Spalding County offers housing to suit all needs in urban or rural settings and a great quality of life for professionals and their families.

 
The Position

The Staff Engineer is a key role within the Spalding County Public Works Department. The Staff Engineer is responsible for designing, reviewing, and monitoring engineering projects and programs, and may serve as lead to other staff. You will coordinate assigned activities with other divisions, outside agencies and the public; and provide highly responsive and complex assistance to the Public Works Director to whom you will report. This position is on-call for after-hours issues that may arise. Below is a partial list of duties and responsibilities, a full job description is available upon request.

      Performs field reviews to ensure work is done according to the work plan.

      Performs plan review functions.

      Provides technical assistance to other Spalding County staff, outside contractors, and the general public regarding engineering issues.

      Prepares and reviews various reports.

      Researches, investigates, and evaluates complaints by the public regarding engineering-related issues.

      Performs plan review for compliance with applicable regulations and adherence to mandated guidelines pertaining to public works and parks.

      Provides technical assistance to other County staff, contractors, and the public regarding engineering matters.

      Reviews various reports, zoning conditions, recorded plant GIS maps, and easements related to development and transportation projects.

      Researches, investigates, and evaluates complaints and inquiries received by management or the public regarding transportation and civil issues.

      Designs, prepares, and manages data derived by a CMA work order system.

      Provides technical assistance and project management for departments within public services and parks.

      Interprets and assists with traffic and M.U.T.C.D studies and requirements.  

      Attends various meetings and seminars to remain knowledgeable about new trends and developments in the field of water management.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected starting salary for this position is $80,000 plus depending on qualifications. Spalding County offers a competitive benefits package for employees, including medical, dental, vision, and voluntary life insurance; short-term and long-term disability benefits; a defined-benefit retirement plan, an optional 457(b) retirement plan, and a generous leave program including 12 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, and compensatory time off. Relocation reimbursement is negotiable.

To Apply

Interested candidates are invited to apply by emailing the following items to Jeff Hale, Senior Associate, Mercer Group Associates at jeffhale@localgovhrs.com by 6:00 PM EST, May 21, 2025:

•       Cover letter
•       Resume
•       List of three (3) job related references with email and phone contact information
•       Adobe (.pdf) format is preferred.

Spalding County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

For questions, please contact: Jeff Hale, Senior Associate: jeffhale@localgovhrs.com, (706) 371-6126 

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management and one (1) year of related engineering experience related to Civil or Construction Engineering projects. Related intern experience may qualify.

Engineering experience related to the transportation field is preferred. 

Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certified preferred but not required. EIT certification may be required later. 

Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver’s License or have the ability to possess and maintain one upon date of hire.