Salary : $90,916.80 - $126,651.20 Annually
Location : Saint Paul, MN
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 26-UNSP-01486
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 04/30/2026
About the Position
The City of Saint Paul's Department of Public Works Sewer Utility is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to provide support to sewer engineering, technical direction, and related administrative work in the support of the Public Works Sewer Utility Sewer Maintenance Section.
Here's what you can expect to do:
- Develop and implement process improvements for sewer maintenance.
- Function as technical lead and emergency management representative for flood preparations, readiness planning, and events.
- Manage sewer buildings, specialized equipment, and vehicles.
- Monitor and assist with the management of the sewer maintenance operational budget.
- Perform independent professional engineering on sewer infrastructure planning, design, rehabilitation, repair, and replacement projects.
- Plan and manage sewer capital improvement and maintenance projects including the preparation of plans, project bidding documents, engineer's estimates, and construction administration.
- Prepare and review traffic control plans for major projects and events.
- Provide backup support for the sewer design engineer.
- Represent the Sewer Utility at internal and external meetings with elected officials, households/businesses, the public, and stake holders.
- Research, review, and analyze, sewer records, videos, and databases.
- For more information and essential functions, see our job description.
Information Specific to this Position:
This position will be located at 419 Burgess St., Saint Paul, MN, working the hours of 7:30am - 4:00pm, on-site, with required daily on-site presence and minimal opportunity for remote work. This position requires availability to work outside regular hours whenever critical deadlines and/or emergencies arise.
Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of , including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.
Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us.We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.
Position Requirements
Must possess and maintain Licensure in the State of Minnesota as a Professional Civil Engineer, and four years of Civil Engineering experience, at least two years of which must be as a or equivalent.
Licensure as a Professional Civil Engineer is required by date of appointment. Licensure as a Professional Civil Engineer within the State of Minnesota is required within six months of appointment.
How to Apply
- Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.
- Upload the following required documents via the online application system. You will not be able to submit your application without these documents attached. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)
- A legible copy of your MN Professional Engineer (PE) License
- A resume
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1-855-524-5627.
Learn more about our Hiring Process
Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.
Selection Process: Applicants who meet the minimum job requirements will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.
Human Resources Contact Information:
Danni Smith at 651-266-6566
Email:
The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.
Veteran's Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran's preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Working Title: Sewer Maintenance Engineer
Official Title: Civil Engineer III
The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits.
Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits may include:
City Paid Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Vacation/Holidays
- Sick Leave
- Life Insurance
- Subsidized Metro Bus Pass
- Deferred Compensation
- Retirement Program
Optional Benefits
- Dental
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Disability Insurance
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Long Term Care Insurance
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The thorough completion of the supplemental questions is very important in the screening process. Therefore, a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application, may result in failure or disqualification for this position. In addition, documentation of work experience referred to in the supplemental questions must be included in the application. Your education, training, and experience are subject to verification.I understand that giving false information, failure to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification from this position.
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What is the status of your Professional Civil Engineer State of Minnesota license?
- Licensed as a PE (Civil Engineer) in the State of Minnesota
- Licensed as a PE (Civil Engineer) in a state other than Minnesota and will transfer my license to Minnesota within six months of appointment
- None of the above
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If you are currently licensed by a state licensing board, other than Minnesota, in which state are you licensed?
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Which best represents your professional engineering experience.
- Less than one year
- One year but less than two years
- Two years but less than three years
- Three years but less than four years
- Four years or more
- None of the above
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In detail, describe your relevant education and experience you possess with Public Works and Sewer Utilities that would prepare you to be successful in this role.
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Describe your experience within the Civil Engineering discipline. Please specify any projects, programs, trainings, or certifications you have specifically related to engineering fields utilized in the Public Works Department. List three significant projects, programs, or planning efforts you worked on and your specific role in the successful completion of those projects.
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Describe your experience developing and implementing process improvements. What were the major challenges and how did you address them? What metrics did you establish to evaluate progress, and how did the program or service perform over time?
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This position requires management of a sewer capital improvement and maintenance projects. Describe your experience preparing plans, project bidding documents, engineer's estimates, and construction administration.
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RECRUITMENT: How did you first find your way to our website to apply for this position? (check all that apply)
- City of Saint Paul website
- City of Saint Paul employee
- City of Saint Paul job interest card
- City of Saint Paul walk-in
- City of Saint Paul Posted! newsletter
- City of Saint Paul Gov.Delivery notifications
- Friend or family member
- League of Minnesota Cities website
- Governmentjobs.com website
- LinkedIn
- Facebook
- X (formerly known as Twitter)
- Indeed.com website
- ZipRecruiter
- Pollen website
- MinnesotaWorks.net
- College or University
- Community organization
- Job fair
- Professional association
- Saint Paul Elevate Session
- People of Color Career Fair
- Other
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RECRUITMENT: If not indicated above, please specify where you heard about the position (e.g., specific organization/website name, City of Saint Paul employee name).
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I am currently a Right Track Worker or have been employed by the City of Saint Paul as a Right Track Worker in the past.
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Are you currently a Saint Paul resident?
- Yes
- No
- Prefer not to answer
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If you indicated "yes" as a current Saint Paul resident, please indicate your zip code.
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