Salary: $42.55 - $47.89 Hourly
Location : City Hall, 350 South 5th Street, Minneapolis, MN
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number:
Department: Public Works - Capital Improvements
Division: PW Surface Water & Sewers
Opening Date: 07/06/2026
Closing Date: 7/20/2026 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: CSU

Position Description
The Supervisor Engineering Technician I will perform technical support on projects, act as a liaison with other parties for the Professional Engineer in the field, and participate and supervise Engineering Technicians engaged civil engineering work in the field and office.

Work Location
This position will work in office full time during the first year. After successfully completing the first year of employment, may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.
Resume Required: You must submit a resume online along with your official City application. Without it, your application will be deemed as incomplete and will not be submitted for further consideration.

*The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas*

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform contract administrative duties by tracking items, which could include budget requests preparation of forms, payroll hours, personnel hours, work progress, etc.
• Monitor and perform inspection and investigation work related to assigned engineering projects in order to evaluate conditions of, sanitary and storm sewers, and to recommend repairs and/or replacement. This includes using software such as ArcMap/ArcGIS, SharePoint, Granite XP CCTV viewer.
• Act as the engineer's field representative for communication with Construction Crew foreman on a jobsite.
• Perform inspection and monitoring of on going construction projects to ensure adherence to approved plans.
• Oversee and complete work on as built drawings and specifications of completed construction projects in order to ensure high quality records for future reference.
• Perform complex mathematical calculations for a variety of purposes including - construction cost estimation, budgets, survey, measurements, and quantities.
• Oversee and assist in the preparation of requisitions and related documents when given parameters for various projects as assigned.
• Meet with representatives of various organizations that have authority and/or involvement with construction and repair site plans to convey City standards, issues and concerns and report back to engineering staff when appropriate for direction and input (i.e. Minnesota Department of Transportation, Hennepin County, Utilities' Representatives , Architects, Contractors, etc.).
• Assist in coordination of City work of Hennepin County, State of Minnesota, utilities, private contractors, etc.
• Attend and lead weekly construction meetings, including preparing minutes and coordinating with stakeholders.

• Oversee (and work on) the production of engineering designs, construction site plans, specifications and repair and/or replacement plans for City owned facilities using computer assisted design software.
• Assign work to lower level staff, providing training and instruction as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions
Office and field work
Required Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Associate Degree in Engineering Technology or equivalent.

Minimum Experience
Three (3) years of experience performing similar duties.

License/Certifications
Must possess and maintain a valid Drivers License.
Selection Process
The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience and/or an oral examination (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.

Background Check
The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

Drug and Alcohol Testing
All job applicants must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be required to sign a notification and consent form prior to undergoing drug and alcohol testing. Applicants who do not consent to undergo drug and alcohol testing will not be required to do so and the City will withdraw the conditional job offer, resulting in the job applicant no longer being considered for the position.

Union Representation
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the Minneapolis City Supervisors Association (CSU). For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit:

Eligible List Statement
The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire (three) months after it has been established.

Interview Selection
The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of civil engineering design and related computer software packages.
• Good knowledge of and ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Strong written and verbal skills and ability to produce reports.
• Ability to delegate work.
• Ability to plan and carry out detailed assignments and investigations, and to put together civil engineering and statistical data.

Benefits Summary
Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being. Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the

Insurance
Health insurance
Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet and HealthPartners Medical Group First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.

Dental insurance
The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.

Life insurance
The city provides basic life insurance of one times your annual salary up to $50,000. You can elect to purchase optional life insurance.

Paid time off
Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and

Paid parental leave
City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.

Retirement
City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.

• Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits.
• Deferred compensation: Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS).

Transportation
Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs:

• Metropass: The program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price.
• Parking or Van Pool: The City of Minneapolis gives you options to pay certain commuting costs, such as qualified parking and van pool expenses, with pre-tax dollars.

Learning and development
To engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University, St. Catherine's, and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.

Other perks
Employees can also take advantage of flexible spending accounts, the , health club discounts and more.
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How did you find out about this position? (Select all that apply)

• Recruiter
• City of Minneapolis website
• City of Minneapolis employee
• City of Minneapolis Career Opportunities Bulletin
• Friend, family, or community
• League of Minnesota Cities website
• Diversityjobs.com website
• Governmentjobs.com website
• Indeed.com website
• Minnesotajobs.com website
• Minnesota Council of Nonprofits website
• Other Website
• LinkedIn
• Twitter / X
• Facebook
• Other social media site
• Newspaper
• Other media
• College or University
• Community organization
• Job Fair
• Professional association
• Site Visit
• None of the above

02

Please specify where you heard about the position (e.g., website name, City of Minneapolis employee name, job fair, professional association).
03

What is your highest level of completed education?

• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Not Applicable

04

How many years of experience do you have related to the job posting?

• Less than 2 years of experience
• 2 years but less than 3
• 3 years but less than 4
• 4 years or more

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How many years of supervisory experience do you have?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year but less than 2
• 2 years but less 3
• 3 or more years

06

Do you have experience working with Construction Contractors?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience with civil engineering design and related software packages?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered yes to question 7, please specify which software you have experience and your years of use.
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Describe your leadership and organization styles.
Required Question