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CAD Manager (Computer Aided Design) DES MOINES WATER WORKS Occupation: Drafters, All Other

Location: DES MOINES, IA - 50321 Positions available: 1

Job #: 10650430 Work At Home option: No

Posted: 4/18/2024 Updated: 4/22/2024 Expires: 5/18/2024

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JOB SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Director of Engineering Services, plan, organize, direct, and manage CAD and GIS systems and personnel in support of the design, construction, and record-keeping needs of the Utility. Responsibilities include developing, implementing, and managing all necessary standards, policies, protocols, and processes associated with the efficient deployment and use of CAD and GIS hardware and software tools with a primary focus on developing and maintaining construction and record keeping drawings associated with the Utility’s horizontal assets (water distribution system) and a secondary emphasis on drawings and records associated with the Utility’s vertical assets (buildings, structures, and related facilities).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Oversees CAD operations by establishing and managing drafting standards and styles; evaluating and maintaining necessary hardware and software; ensuring data maintenance and integrity; and creating appropriate policies, protocols, and processes for both CAD and GIS products and teams.
Designs the required programs and procedures for the creation, maintenance, application, presentation, and integration of both CAD drawings and their associated spatial and relational data for engineering capital improvement projects including the preservation of construction and system details via as-builts and the systemic entry of data into GIS by the CAD and GIS teams.
Organizes the update and maintenance of all electronic libraries of drawings, details, standard plans, and CAD styles. Develops procedures, routines, and programming scripts for drawing templates.
Participates directly in the production of engineering drawings and other deliverables in the CAD area.
Coordinates and oversees the effective completion of departmental and inter-departmental CAD and GIS assignments and projects.
Writes detailed descriptions of user needs and programming functions and steps required to develop or modify programs within the CAD and GIS area. Ensures compliance with a variety of standards, laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances governing engineering documents, such as land surveys, easements, plans, specifications, estimates and schedules, and other responsibilities.
Selects, trains, supervises, and evaluates the performance of employees in the CAD and GIS areas; organizes program-area activities and ensures compliance with required timelines and schedules; assigns and delegates responsibilities and workload to staff and reviews their work for accuracy and completeness.
Evaluates new CAD and GIS hardware/software and recommends investments in new technologies to enhance the work group's effectiveness and efficiency.
Performs other duties of a similar nature.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:

Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Geography, Cartography or a related field.
Additional years of applicable experience will be considered in place of the above educational requirement.

Experience:

Five (5) years of experience in a CAD-based civil engineering production environment.
Two (2) years of Supervisory experience leading CAD teams.
Two (2) years of experience developing, creating, and maintaining standards, libraries, and team processes and protocols.
Familiarity with global positioning system (GPS) products and tools.
Familiarity with GIS.

Licenses/Certifications:

Valid Iowa driver's license with a good driving record.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Three (3) years or more utilizing MicroStation products is preferred.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:

Knowledge of computerized drafting systems and their development and application within the municipal and public works environment
Knowledge of surveying, including satellite-based GPS, photogrammetry, cartography, and spatial analysis
Knowledge of computer operating systems and network environments with a broad understanding of applications, their operation, and their supporting network environment
Knowledge of common Civil Engineering drawings and plan sets and their preparation
Advanced knowledge of the deployment, operation, use, and maintenance of present-day CAD systems
Basic knowledge and familiarity with present-day GIS systems.
Advanced communication skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Effective customer service skills
Effective technical writing skills
Effective project management skills
Advanced teamwork skills
Advanced personnel management skills

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
Hardware/Software/Equipment/Tools Needed to Perform Job:

Frequently/Often

- CAD & GIS
- Microsoft Suite of Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power-Point, Others)
- Smartphone
- Personal Computer
- Tablet or other mobile devices
- General office equipment
- CRM/CIS
- EAM

Sometimes

- SCADA
- GPS Equipment
- Hand Tools
- Hand Power Tools
- Ladders/Scaffolding
- Safety Equipment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Continuously uses repetitive hand motions.
Occasionally lifts, carries, pushes, or pulls objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Continuously sits at a desk in front of a computer.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Frequently works in an office environment.
Occasionally works in outdoor environment, street environment, construction site, or plant environment.

Des Moines Water Works is an Equal Opportunity Employer

E-Verify Process: Des Moines Water Works participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS),with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered a position with Des Moines Water Works must complete Section 1 of Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documents as soon as possible after the job offer has been made. For additional information regarding acceptable documents for this purpose, please contact Human Resources at 515-283-8701 or go to the US Citizenship and Immigration Services web page at: http://www.uscis.gov

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DES MOINES WATER WORKS
Is a State Government employer with 2 locations
https://www.dmww.com/

Company Profile:
Des Moines Water Works (DMWW) is a regional utility that protects public health by delivering outstanding quality water in reliable quantities. Operating with fiscal discipline, DMWW offers dynamic and responsive services that provide high value to our customers.

Des Moines Water Works employees are proud to be represented by AFSCME Iowa Council 61 and its affiliate, Local 3861

100-249 employees

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Location/Work Site Information

Address: 2201 GEORGE FLAGG PARKWAY, DES MOINES, IA 50321

Work At Home option:

Public Transportation Accessible:

Yes

Location/Work Site Industry (NAICS):

Water Supply and Irrigation Systems (221310)

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Compensation and Hours

Salary Range: $50.11 - $66.65 Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Benefits Provided: Dental, Flexible Benefit Account, Holidays, Medical, Other, Retirement/Pension, Tuition Assistance, Vacation, Vision Other Benefits: Read more here: https://www.dmww.com/careers/benefits.php Full or Part Time: Full Time Job Duration: Over 150 Days Type of Job: Regular

Shift: Not Applicable

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Work Experience

Minimum Experience Required: 60 months

Education and Training

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree

Required License/Certification: No

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Driver's License Required: Yes, Operator License.

Minimum Age Requirement: 18. Reason for Age Requirement: Insurance.

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This section shows the number of job openings advertised online in Polk County, IA for Drafters, All Other and for the related occupational group of Architecture and Engineering Occupations on May 16, 2024 (Jobs De-duplication Level 2).

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Drafters, All Other	3
Architecture and Engineering Occupations	408

There were 3 job openings advertised online in Polk County, IA for Drafters, All Other on May 16, 2024. There are also 408 job openings advertised online for the related occupation group of Architecture and Engineering Occupations in Polk County, IA on May 16, 2024.

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