County Engineer

Engineer

MONONA COUNTY ENGINEER OPENING Monona County is currently accepting applications for the position of County Engineer or Assistant to the Engineer who is seeking their P.E. license.

Monona County is located in Western Iowa on the Iowa/Nebraska border and close proximity to Sioux City, Council Bluffs, & Omaha. The county engineer plans, coordinates, assigns, and supervises all engineering work and construction work performed by the secondary roads department. The engineer also prepares and let contract documents for projects, prepares an annual budget, five-year construction plan, and manages office staff. The role requires good communications skills and the ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with county personnel, contractors, vendors, and the general public.

Applicants must have an Iowa Professional Engineering License or be able to obtain the license within two (2) years. Possession of a Land Surveyor’s License would also be beneficial but is not required.

Salary range is $100,000 to $140,000 based on experience and qualifications. Salary will be prorated for an applicant seeking to obtain a PE license.

Monona County offers an excellent benefit package including health insurance, IPERS retirement plan, and paid time off among other great benefits. Please return a signed application and resume to the Auditor.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Monona County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.