Engineer 3

Engineer 3

Salary

$94,001.80 - $141,002.70 Annually

Location

(Public Works Admin Bldg) Arden Hills, MN

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2026-00466

Department

Public Works

Division

Engineering/Design & Construction

Opening Date

09/11/2026

Closing Date

9/25/2026 11:59 PM Central

Union

Unrepresented

FLSA Status

nonexempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Position Summary

The current vacancy is in the Public Works department. The eligibility list created by this vacancy may be used to hire other vacancies in the department or County.

To perform engineering services relating to the design, construction and maintenance of public works engineering projects; to organize, direct and supervise designated public works engineering programs and projects for the county's multi-modal transportation system; and to perform related duties as assigned. (This is the full performance class in this series. Employees at this level are registered as professional engineers. In addition to performing the duties of an Engineer 1's or 2's, incumbents direct designated engineering functions and provide work direction for lower-level engineers and related technical staff.)

To view or print a copy of the complete Ramsey County job (class) description for this position, go to: Job Descriptions. Once on this page, you can browse the alphabetical list or search for a job description.

Examples of Work Performed

• Promote a diverse, culturally competent, and respectful workplace.
• Design roads, bridges, bicycle paths, drainage structures, lake improvements, and other projects.
• Provide engineering support to the Deputy Directors and Director of Public Works in the establishment of priorities, planning, programming, funding, and review of public works projects and maintenance operations. Organize and oversee the preparation of reports, plans, specifications and cost estimates for individual projects.
• Provide technical assistance on construction projects to Engineering Technicians and Environmental Resource Specialists regarding the design and maintenance of highways, parks, and lake improvement projects; may act as project supervisor on construction projects.
• Direct the surveying for and inspection of construction projects on roads, bridges, lakes, paths, and parks.
• Review and recommend action on reports, correspondence, legislation, proposed developments, and technological advances and improved methodologies pertaining to public works projects.
• Research documents, textbooks, and legal and engineering manuals to ensure that practices meet laws and standards; certifies that plans, specifications, and construction activities conform to accepted standards in accordance with State law.
• Meet with citizens, public officials, other government agencies, department staff, contractors, consultants, and suppliers to exchange information, represent the Countys interests, and ensure compliance with County policies.
• Prepare budget recommendations, reports, correspondence, and presentations on programs or projects such as highway construction, street improvement, sewers, drainage, lake improvements and recreational facilities.
• Coordinate the preparation of information for County attorneys, appraisers and mortgage companies relating to right-of-way acquisitions, road construction and liability claims.
• Monitor expenses of division to remain within budgetary allowances.
• Administer construction contracts for bridges and road projects, and may negotiate supplements to contracts.

(The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this description and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks in this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required.)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelors Degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Four years of post-graduate experience in civil engineering, with experience in the area assigned.

Substitutions: Equivalent combination of education and related experience.

Certifications/Licensure: Registration as a professional engineer in the State of Minnesota. Must have a valid driver's license.

Exam/Screening Process Information

The examination process will consist of the following section with each section weighted as indicated:

• Training and Experience Rating = 100%

The examination for Engineer 3 will consist of a training and experience rating, comprised of the questions in the attached supplemental questionnaire. Not all applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will pass the training and experience rating. The rating on this supplemental questionnaire will depend on your answers to the questions - do not mark "see resume" or "see work history" as a response. Please answer all your questions clearly and completely. Failure to respond could affect your score and final rank on this examination.

Eligible List: The names of all applicants who have submitted a completed application and passed the examination/screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for an employment opportunity as an Engineer 3. This list will be certified to the appointing authority which may use this list to conduct interviews to fill a vacancy. Applicants will remain on the list for 90 days or until hired, whichever occurs first. A notice will be sent to applicants at the time the eligible list is posted.

Veterans Preference: This is a classified position requiring an open, competitive selection process. Veterans Preference points will be applied after a candidate passes the examination process. Applicants who are eligible for veterans preference should update their veterans DD214, and other supporting documents, and submit them as an attachment at the time of application.

Criminal Background Checks: All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. However, making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from employment, or removed from employment.

E-Verify Participation: Ramsey County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employees Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on Form I-9.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Ramsey County provides equal access to employment, programs, and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, familial or marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, public assistance status, place of residence, political affiliation, or national origin.

Ramsey County is deeply committed to advancing racial equity and promoting diversity and inclusion within all areas of its workforce. The county strives to be equitable, inclusive, transparent, respectful, and impactful in how we serve and engage with residents, as well as Ramsey County employees. Advancing racial equity ensures all people who need access to opportunities and services we provide will receive them. Racial equity is achieved when race can no longer be used to predict life outcomes, and outcomes for all are improved.

To print a paper application for this posting click Paper Application. You will need to print this posting AND answer the supplemental questions associated with this exam and submit them with your completed paper application.

For further information regarding this posting, please contact Megan.Simmons@ramseycountymn.gov

Ramsey County provides a wide range of employee benefits to support health, well-being, and work/life balance. Benefits eligibility can vary depending on union status/contract language. A summary of benefits is provided below. Detailed information is available for review at https://assets.ramseycountymn.gov/files/2026-02/Total%20Rewards%20Guide%202026.pdf

• Medical, dental and vision insurance

• The County contributes a bargained percentage to the medical and dental monthly premium

• Employees choose from four enrollment tiers: Single, Employee + legally married spouse, Employee + Child(ren), Family

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical insurance - three plan options including a High Deductible Plan with a Health Saving Account offered. Earn up to $20/month in electronic gift cards for each enrolled employee or spouse for wellness activity

• MetLife Dental Insurance - two plan options offered

• VSP Vision Insurance - Advantage Plan offered

• Pre-tax Benefit Program

• Pre-tax medical, dental, vision monthly premium deduction option

• Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• County monthly contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees who elect the High Deductible medical plan

• Paid time off

• Vacation hours, accrued based on years of service, ranging from 12 to 25 days per year (pro-rated for part-time employees)

• 11 scheduled holidays and two floating holidays

• Up to eight weeks of 100% paid parental leave, plus additional use of sick time as noted below

• Sick hours accrued at a rate of three weeks per year, which can be used for medical and dental care; injury or illness for you, your spouse or children; the birth or adoption of a child (up to 80 hours) or the death of a family member (up to 40 hours)

• Wellness incentive allows conversion of unused sick time to vacation or pay

• Retirement benefits

• Pension - The county contributes at least 7.5% of your salary to your pension, depending on bargaining unit. Unlike other retirement investments, pension payments are a lifetime benefit once you start collecting payments

• New employees become vested after three years. For the Police and Fire union, employees are vested after 10 years

• Deferred compensation - 457(b) account with employer match

• Health Care Savings Plan - all benefits-eligible employees contribute 1% of gross regular salary to a Health Care Savings Plan account for eligible health care expenses after retirement. Interest accrues tax free. County provides a scheduled contribution after five years of participation

• Transit and parking

• Fully funded Metropass.

• Transportation/parking expenses reimbursement account

• Employee well-being

• Employee assistance program, including telephone counseling, financial counseling, rideshare benefits, etc.

• Wellness programming

• Flexible work policy with hybrid work options for eligible positions

• Life Insurance and Disability leave

• County provided Basic Life coverage - 1x annual salary, minimum $10,000 up to a maximum of $50,000. Optional supplemental coverage available

• Long-term Disability - County provided coverage replaces 40% of the employee's lost income after six months of disability, subject to a $5,000 monthly maximum. Option to purchase an additional 20% income replacement up to $7,500 monthly maximum

• Short-term Disability - option to purchase 60% income replacement coverage with 30, 60 or 90-day waiting period

• Career development

• Tuition reimbursement, up to $4,000 per year

• Online professional development opportunities through the Learning & Development Center

• County employment qualifies as a public service organization for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Employee resource groups - help employees build connections through common bonds with colleagues

For information about Ramsey Countys 2026 benefits, visit: https://assets.ramseycountymn.gov/files/2026-02/Total%20Rewards%20Guide%202026.pdf

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• Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening process. The supplemental questionnaire will be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Provide complete information for each question. Do not write "see resume" as it is not an acceptable answer. The experiences you indicate in your responses will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Select "yes" if you have read and understand.
• Yes
• No

02

• Select the option that best describes your highest level of completed education.
• High school diploma or GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree or higher
• None of the above

03

• If you indicated in the previous question that you have a degree, please describe below your field of study, the name of the school, dates of attendance/completion and type of degree. If you have other formal training and certifications related to this position, you may include that here. If you do not have a degree/college credit, please write N/A in the space below. DO NOT WRITE see resume or see application.

04

Do you have at least four years of post-graduate experience in civil engineering, with experience in the area assigned?

• Yes
• No

05

Please describe where you obtained the experience indicated in question above. Include the name of your employer and provide specific details of the work you performed. Do not copy and paste your resume, a job description or indicate "see resume". If you do not have this experience, type "N/A in the space below."

06

Please describe your experience in making pavement recommendations for concrete and bituminous roadways. Include the name of your employer and provide specific details of the work you performed. Do not copy and paste your resume, a job description or indicate "see resume". If you do not have this experience, type "N/A in the space below."

07

Please describe your experience in coordinating with design and operations staff to make project related decisions. Include the name of your employer and provide specific details of the work you performed. Do not copy and paste your resume, a job description or indicate "see resume". If you do not have this experience, type "N/A in the space below."

08

Please describe your experience working with pavement management systems, please indicate any specific systems you have experience working with or systems developed within an agency/company. Include the name of your employer and provide specific details of the work you performed. Do not copy and paste your resume, a job description or indicate "see resume". If you do not have this experience, type "N/A in the space below."

09

The work performed in this position will require interaction and problem-solving with a wide array of individuals ranging from laborers to the County Engineer. Please describe your experiences working with staff at these various levels. If you do not have this experience, describe how you would approach these tasks

10

Please describe your experience managing multiple projects simultaneously. What methods or steps do you take to adhere to agreed-upon timelines to ensure the success of projects? If you do not have this experience, describe how you would approach these tasks.

Required Question

Employer Ramsey County

Address 121 East Seventh Place

Mail Stop 5200

Saint Paul, Minnesota, 55101

Phone (651) 266-2700

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/ramsey/default.cfm