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Salary: $124,342.79 - $211,382.74 Annually
Location : Division of Water & Sewer Utilities - Frederick, MD
Job Type: Full-time Regular
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: FY26-00461
Department: Water Sewer Engineering
Opening Date: 05/19/2026
Closing Date: 6/19/2026 4:00 PM Eastern
FLSA: Exempt
JOB INFORMATION
Exempt (additional compensation to include annual safety shoe allowance); full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday; 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; full benefits
This position manages and supervises staff involved in all aspects of water and sewer planning, development review, engineering, and construction management and inspection; develops and administers policies and procedures for the Capital Improvement Projects; prepares and administers the CIP budgets for the Division; manages and plans future short and long range needs for water/sewer facilities and infrastructure; manages CIP projects from design development, through bidding, and construction; and coordinates staff activities ensuring effective collaboration with other government agencies, contractors, developers, engineers, attorneys, County officials, and the general public. Supervision is exercised over all department staff.
NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy. For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate, with limited exception.
Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.
TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE:Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee.

• 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
• 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
• 11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays (10 and 11 month employees may not receive all holidays)
• Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
• Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care
• 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
• County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
  • Vesting after 5 years of service
  • Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
• Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan

NOTE: Benefited employees will accrue service and leave based on the FTE and/or hours worked per calendar year.
For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, coordinate, and administer policies and procedures for the execution of the Capital Improvements Program (CIP), Asset Management Plan, and forecast future needs related to system growth, rehabilitation, replacement, and regulatory changes
• Prepare and administer the CIP budget for the Division
• Manage and define future short and long-range needs for water/sewer facilities & infrastructure
• Manage certain CIP projects from design development, through bidding, and construction
• Manage and coordinate staff activities; supervise staff in all aspects of personnel matters
• Ensure effective interaction with other government/County agencies, contractors, developers, engineers, and the general public
• Oversee development plan & APFO review, land acquisition efforts, service inquiry letters, project management efforts, system mapping efforts, administration and inspection of developer-funded projects
• Oversee complex engineering analysis and programs including water and wastewater modeling
• Advise, counsel, and communicate with the County Administration, Division Director, Directors, General Public, and other County staff on matters concerning water and sewer engineering and planning
• Provide support to the Director and other Division departments as needed
• Manage/monitor personnel and conduct associated administrative business
• Prepare and make presentations to varied audiences on behalf of DWSU and attend meetings, conferences and other functions as appropriate
• Perform other related duties as required

To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform all essential functions satisfactorily. Any employee's position may not be assigned all functions or equipment listed above, and the examples may not cover all functions or equipment that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential functions.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field

• Minimum 8 years of work experience in water and/or wastewater treatment, design and construction or engineering which must Include at least 4 years of work experience supervising or managing staff
• Current Maryland Professional Engineer license (or comparably licensed elsewhere with ability to obtain the MD PE license within 6 months of appointment)

Substitutions for the above listed required education and experience are an advanced degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field with 6 years of work experience as described above with at least 4 years of work experience supervising or managing staff
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
A successful incumbent operating in this role displays the following:

• Knowledge of contract administration, project and construction management, and County policies
• Knowledge of master planning and design of water and sewer needs
• Knowledge of engineering aspects required to prepare development plans and related planning/construction documents
• Knowledge of personnel management and leadership tenets
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, and requirements regarding water and sewer utilities
• Advanced knowledge of water and sewer infrastructure planning
• Skilled in use of applicable computer programs
• Ability to effectively develop, coordinate, and administer CIP budgets
• Ability to read and understand construction plans and specifications
• Ability to communicate effectively, written and verbal
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, developers, contractors, engineers, elected officials, and the general public
• Ability to provide own transportation as needed

PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:

• Related management experience at the local government level and/or private-sector management experience with similar professional and technical diversity and organization size
• Related GIS or Asset Management work experience
• Work experience directly involving design and construction of public water and sewer treatment facilities, distribution and collection systems, site developments, and other infrastructure

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:

• While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly sit
• While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly work indoors

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / EXAMINATION PROCESS

• Flexibility in routine work schedule to accommodate meetings, occasionally with short notice, at various times, including nights and weekends
• Available 24/7 to respond to significant events and/or emergencies
• Required licenses must be maintained throughout employment

KIND OF EXAMINIATION (may include):
1) An evaluation of training and experience
2) One or more interviews
3) A pre-employment fingerprint supported background investigation
Frederick County Government is committed to providing an inclusive work environment and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding workplace accommodation, including for individuals with disabilities. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process may contact the Talent Acquisition section of Human Resources. Inquiries about accommodations can be sent to Recruitment@FrederickCountyMD.gov
Retirement Plan:
A defined benefit retirement plan is provided for all regular County employees. Employees are automatically enrolled in either the Uniformed Plan (5 year vesting) or the Non-Uniformed Plan (5 year vesting, effective 07/01/2024) depending upon position classification. The majority of support for the plan is provided by the County; however, employees are required to make a mandatory pre-tax contribution towards their benefit. Retirement benefits are payable at normal, early or delayed retirement. Retirement benefits are also payable upon termination and in the event of death or disability.
Health Insurance:
County employees have a choice of two medical insurance plans, an In-Network (HMO) Plan or a High Deductible medical plan with a Health Care Savings Account, to provide coverage for medical and surgical expenses, hospital and emergency care expenses, mental health expenses and prescription drugs. The County and participants share in the cost of the health insurance with the employee having the benefit of pre tax contribution deductions. Medical insurance goes into effect on the first day of active employment.
Dental Insurance:
Employees may select coverage from one of three dental plan options, ranging from a PPO plan to a dental HMO plan. Coverage includes preventive care, fillings, crowns, bridges and dentures, and the cost of dental insurance is shared by both the County and the employee. Dental insurance goes into effect on the first day of the month that follows the eligible employee's completion of 30 days of active employment
NOTE: Employees working 75% or greater of a 35 or 40 hour position are eligible for health & dental insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts:
The Flex Spending plan allows employees to pay health and day care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Employees may set aside part of their salary in a special account that can be used throughout the year to reimburse themselves for out-of-pocket medical expenses. The maximum contribution is $3,400 per year for Health Care Spending and $7,500 for Dependent Care Spending (work-related day care expenses). Examples of expenses that can be reimbursed for Health Care Spending include, but are not limited to: deductibles, co-payments, dental fees, chiropractors' services, and eyeglasses / contact lenses.
Life Insurance:
Employees are insured for 2 times their annual salary in case of death plus 2 times their annual salary for accidental death. Employees do not contribute to the premiums for this coverage. A Supplemental Life Insurance is also offered to regular County employees. The plan allows employees to purchase individually owned term life insurance for themselves, their spouse, and their dependents.
Savings Plan - Deferred Compensation:
The County offers a Section 457 Plan. Deferred compensation plans allow participants to save for retirement in either a pre tax or post tax (Roth) investment account. Contributions are invested at the employee's direction into one or more of the variety of investment options offered by the plan. Changes may be made to the contribution levels, investment options, etc. at any time. Contribution maximums are set each year by the IRS.
Educational Reimbursement Program:
County employees who have successfully passed their probationary period may apply for education reimbursement for courses that can improve or develop an employee's capabilities related to their current job or for a promotional opportunity within Frederick County Government. The benefit also covers the costs of job-related non-credit courses. If the employee receives a grade of at least a C, or successfully passes a non-credit course, the County reimburses the employee 75% of the costs of tuition, fees and books. If an employee doesn't remain employed with Frederick County Government for two years after a class is taken, the benefit needs to be reimbursed to FCG.
Employee Assistance Program:
This confidential assessment, referral and counseling service is available at no cost to all employees who may need help with a personal or job-related issue or concern.
Leave
Annual Leave - Employees are eligible to use Annual Leave after their 6 month probationary period. Annual Leave accrues as follows: Years of service days per year
0 - 2 years 11 days
2 - 10 years 17 days
10 + years 24 days
Sick Leave - Employees will earn sick leave at a rate of 15 days per calendar year.
Sick Leave may also be used for illness of an employee's child, dependent, spouse, parent or parent-in-law. There is no limit on the amount of sick leave accumulated. Unused Sick Leave may be used for additional credit in the pension plan at the time of retirement.
NOTE: Regular benefited part-time employees earn annual and sick leave on a pro-rated b...