Bureau of Watershed Protection and Restoration Senior Engineer (TMDL Support) (Senior Engineer)
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Location : Anne Arundel County, MD
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 07827
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 10/09/2024
Closing Date: 10/28/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Position Description
This posting will be used to fill a full-time, Senior Engineer position in the Department of Public Works, Bureau of Watershed Protection and Restoration (BWPR), Modeling and Analysis Unit. This position provides management and oversight of staff within the Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) Support Group of BWPR.
NATURE AND VARIETY OF WORK
This position is responsible for assisting the BWPR Modeling and Analysis Engineer Manager in developing and implementing policies and procedures for water quality and water quantity modeling; impervious surface and pollutant load reduction tracking; and demonstrating compliance with and annual reporting for the County's NPDES MS4 permit. This position supervises the Engineer III and GIS Specialist in carrying out various work tasks and assignments related to documentation and progress towards TMDL and waste load allocations assigned to the County by the State. This position is responsible for managing and developing comprehensive watershed assessments, developing restoration plans that are executed through the CIP, and working collaboratively with CIP Project Managers and the Ecological Assessments & Evaluation unit to ensure efficient BWPR program implementation.
This position performs, manages, and evaluates watershed modeling and analysis (water quality, hydrologic, and hydraulic) in a GIS environment to support of the group's development of Watershed Master Plan Studies, Watershed Restoration, and Total Maximum Daily Load Implementation Plans. This position works with units throughout BWPR to meet watershed restoration and program goals. Work assignments are received from a higher-level supervisor, but the employee has considerable independence in developing procedures and carrying out projects from design to completion.
Examples of Duties and Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
(Note: The duties and responsibilities enumerated in this class specification are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications and salary level for all positions in this class. They are not intended to include all of the essential job functions of all positions in the class).
Direct, review, and perform analyses for water quality, hydrologic, and hydraulic purposes using water quality and quantity models. Perform scenario analyses including the evaluation of existing, future, and what-if development conditions. Follow technical standard operating procedures and document/update procedures.
Manage the development of comprehensive watershed studies. Provide technical input to the studies. Coordinate with the Modeling and Analysis program staff and consultant staff on the studies.
Lead and participate in various meetings. Meetings may include a wide range of people including the public, other County staff, consultants, and state personnel. Develop materials for use in meetings such as reports, presentations, tables, graphics, agendas, and meeting minutes.
Ensure the data collected for use in the studies and projects is accurate and is formatted to work in the watershed modeling tools. Provide quality assurance and quality control of the data. Ensure metadata is developed and meets County standards for all projects
Provide technical engineering assistance to professional, technical and office support staff.
Evaluate TMDL support elements and provide oral and written assessment and recommendation reports to the Engineer Manager for consideration and decision-making.
Ensure the correct impervious area accounting is used for modeling impervious surface reduction and pollutant load reduction required by the County's NPDES MS4 permit and that such information is reported annually, as required by the permit to demonstrate compliance.
Review and track completed restoration projects and account for pollutant load treatment credits , wasteload allocations and impervious surface treatment credits in support of the County's goals for meeting NPDES permit requirements and TMDL restoration plans.
Document changes in project cost (for projects requiring consultant support) and schedules, and prepare written reports to the Engineer Manager on project status and problems needing resolution by management.
Perform related duties, as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Thorough knowledge of water quality, hydraulic, and hydrologic modelling, at site and watershed scales.
Thorough knowledge of ArcGIS (ArcPro, portal, web maps and applications), spatial analysis, and ArcGIS geodatabases, as well as ArcGIS geoprocessing and automation.
Experience with Relational Database Management Systems and/or document management tracking systems.
Ability to interpret and analyze GIS data sets such as impervious surface, parcel maps, and aerial photography.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to work effectively in teams. Strong interpersonal skills, with a focus on dealing with peers and clients as well as external agencies
Ability to deal tactfully, effectively, and equitably with people.
Ability to attend meetings or perform work at locations outside the office, if necessary.
Ability to recognize and to troubleshoot problems and develop effective solutions
Ability to conceptualize complex relationships and synthesize information from various sources.
Extensive experience with Microsoft Office software (Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint) and Google G Suite applications (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive).
Excellent communication, organization, research and report writing and presentation skill
Extensive knowledge in engineering principles and practices related to watershed assessments, TMDL and WLA compliance, and modeling.
Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in engineering or a related field; four (4) or more years technical experience in engineering; and a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license.
Note: Related degrees may include: Water Resource Management, Environmental Engineering, Geographic Information Systems.
Supplemental Qualifications
NOTE: Preference will be given to candidates with the following:
1.) Working knowledge of NPDES MS4 Permits and Chesapeake Bay TMDL.
2.) Knowledge and experience with stormwater runoff and stormwater BMPs, including familiarly with MDE/EPA Stormwater BMP Manuals.
3.) Thorough knowledge of water quality, hydraulic, and hydrologic modelling.
4.) Demonstrated experience in the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and relational database management systems.
5.) ArcGIS (including ArcPro, portal, web maps and applications, ArcGIS Geodatabases, and geoprocessing and automation).
6.) Familiarity with scripting and basic programming (R, Python, Java, Arcade).
7.) Aerial photography interpretation and remote sensing.
8.) Quality Assurance/Quality Control skills.
9.) Microsoft Office software (Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint).
10.) Google G Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive).
11.) Supervisory experience.
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee Life Insurance
Disability Income Insurance
Pension Plan
Deferred Compensation Section 457 Plan
Direct Deposit
Credit Union
Holidays
Annual Leave
Disability Leave
Personal Leave Day, 5 per calendar year
Leave Sharing
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
Voluntary Benefits
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The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to accurately and completely respond to each question by providing the information asked in each question. Your responses will be used to initially determine your qualifications and eligibility for this position. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME" OR CUT AND PASTE YOUR RESUME IN RESPONSE TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS.This response and a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. THIS MEANS YOU MAY BE INELIGIBLE FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION IN THIS RECRUITMENT PROCESS. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.
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Do you have a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in engineering or a related field?Note: Related degrees may include: Water Resource Management, Environmental Engineering, Geographic Information Systems.
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If yes, please list your degree type and major coursework completed.
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*Note: Accredited University or College is the recognition from an accrediting agency that an institution maintains a certain level of educational standards. The U.S. Department of Education maintains a database of accrediting agencies it recognizes for schools within the United States.For a University or College outside the United States, the applicant must provide documentation of accreditation and educational equivalency, which can be accomplished through a credential evaluation service. Applicants with a foreign degree must provide this documentation upon the close of the announcement.Have you attached the appropriate documentation to verify your education?
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Do you have four (4) or more years technical experience in engineering?
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If yes, please indicate your level of experience and include position title and duties performed.
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Do you possess a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license from the State or an equivalent license from another State?
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Do you have working knowledge of NPDES MS4 Permits and Chesapeake Bay TMDL?
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If yes, please indicate your level of knowledge and experience and include position title and duties performed.
10
Do you have knowledge and experience with stormwater runoff and stormwater BMPs, including familiarly with MDE/EPA Stormwater BMP Manuals.?
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If yes, please detail how you possess experience. Please provide job title, duties, employer, and years of service. This experience must be in the work history section of your application.
12
Do you have thorough knowledge of water quality, hydraulic, and hydrologic modelling?
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If yes, please detail how you possess this knowledge. Provide job title, duties, employer and years of service.
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Do you have demonstrated experience in the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and relational database management systems?
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If yes, please detail how you possess experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and relational database management systems.
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What is your skill level in Word?
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What is your skill level in Excel?
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What is your skill level in Excel?
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What is your skill level in Powerpoint?
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Do you have experience with ArcGIS (including ArcPro, portal, web maps and applications, ArcGIS Geodatabases, and geoprocessing and automation)?
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If you indicated "Yes" to the previous question, you must provide additional details to support your answer. Provide examples of duties, employers, and dates of service. The job experience provided must be consistent with what is in the work history section of your application. If you indicated "No," write N/A.
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Do you have a familiarity with scripting and basic programming (R, Python, Java, Arcade)?
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If you indicated "Yes" to the previous question, you must provide additional details to support your answer. Provide examples of duties, employers, and dates of service. The job experience provided must be consistent with what is in the work history section of your application. If you indicated "No," write N/A.
24
Do you have experience with aerial photography interpretation and remote sensing?
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If you indicated "Yes" to the previous question, you must provide additional details to support your answer. Provide examples of duties, employers, and dates of service. The job experience provided must be consistent with what is in the work history section of your application. If you indicated "No," write N/A.
26
Do you have experienc with Quality Assurance/Quality Control skills?
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If you indicated "Yes" to the previous question, you must provide additional details to support your answer. Provide examples of duties, employers, and dates of service. The job experience provided must be consistent with what is in the work history section of your application. If you indicated "No," write N/A.
28
Do you have experience with Google G Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive)?
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If you indicated "Yes" to the previous question, you must provide additional details to support your answer. Provide examples of duties, employers, and dates of service. The job experience provided must be consistent with what is in the work history section of your application. If you indicated "No," write N/A.
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Do you have Supervisory experience?
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If you indicated "Yes" to the previous question, you must provide additional details to support your answer. Provide examples of duties, employers, and dates of service. The job experience provided must be consistent with what is in the work history section of your application. If you indicated "No," write N/A.
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Did a county employee refer you? If yes, indicate their name, department and badge/id number. If you weren't referred by an Employee indicate N/A.
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Location : Anne Arundel County, MD
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 07827
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 10/09/2024
Closing Date: 10/28/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Position Description
This posting will be used to fill a full-time, Senior Engineer position in the Department of Public Works, Bureau of Watershed Protection and Restoration (BWPR), Modeling and Analysis Unit. This position provides management and oversight of staff within the Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) Support Group of BWPR.
NATURE AND VARIETY OF WORK
This position is responsible for assisting the BWPR Modeling and Analysis Engineer Manager in developing and implementing policies and procedures for water quality and water quantity modeling; impervious surface and pollutant load reduction tracking; and demonstrating compliance with and annual reporting for the County's NPDES MS4 permit. This position supervises the Engineer III and GIS Specialist in carrying out various work tasks and assignments related to documentation and progress towards TMDL and waste load allocations assigned to the County by the State. This position is responsible for managing and developing comprehensive watershed assessments, developing restoration plans that are executed through the CIP, and working collaboratively with CIP Project Managers and the Ecological Assessments & Evaluation unit to ensure efficient BWPR program implementation.
This position performs, manages, and evaluates watershed modeling and analysis (water quality, hydrologic, and hydraulic) in a GIS environment to support of the group's development of Watershed Master Plan Studies, Watershed Restoration, and Total Maximum Daily Load Implementation Plans. This position works with units throughout BWPR to meet watershed restoration and program goals. Work assignments are received from a higher-level supervisor, but the employee has considerable independence in developing procedures and carrying out projects from design to completion.
Examples of Duties and Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
(Note: The duties and responsibilities enumerated in this class specification are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications and salary level for all positions in this class. They are not intended to include all of the essential job functions of all positions in the class).
Direct, review, and perform analyses for water quality, hydrologic, and hydraulic purposes using water quality and quantity models. Perform scenario analyses including the evaluation of existing, future, and what-if development conditions. Follow technical standard operating procedures and document/update procedures.
Manage the development of comprehensive watershed studies. Provide technical input to the studies. Coordinate with the Modeling and Analysis program staff and consultant staff on the studies.
Lead and participate in various meetings. Meetings may include a wide range of people including the public, other County staff, consultants, and state personnel. Develop materials for use in meetings such as reports, presentations, tables, graphics, agendas, and meeting minutes.
Ensure the data collected for use in the studies and projects is accurate and is formatted to work in the watershed modeling tools. Provide quality assurance and quality control of the data. Ensure metadata is developed and meets County standards for all projects
Provide technical engineering assistance to professional, technical and office support staff.
Evaluate TMDL support elements and provide oral and written assessment and recommendation reports to the Engineer Manager for consideration and decision-making.
Ensure the correct impervious area accounting is used for modeling impervious surface reduction and pollutant load reduction required by the County's NPDES MS4 permit and that such information is reported annually, as required by the permit to demonstrate compliance.
Review and track completed restoration projects and account for pollutant load treatment credits , wasteload allocations and impervious surface treatment credits in support of the County's goals for meeting NPDES permit requirements and TMDL restoration plans.
Document changes in project cost (for projects requiring consultant support) and schedules, and prepare written reports to the Engineer Manager on project status and problems needing resolution by management.
Perform related duties, as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Thorough knowledge of water quality, hydraulic, and hydrologic modelling, at site and watershed scales.
Thorough knowledge of ArcGIS (ArcPro, portal, web maps and applications), spatial analysis, and ArcGIS geodatabases, as well as ArcGIS geoprocessing and automation.
Experience with Relational Database Management Systems and/or document management tracking systems.
Ability to interpret and analyze GIS data sets such as impervious surface, parcel maps, and aerial photography.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to work effectively in teams. Strong interpersonal skills, with a focus on dealing with peers and clients as well as external agencies
Ability to deal tactfully, effectively, and equitably with people.
Ability to attend meetings or perform work at locations outside the office, if necessary.
Ability to recognize and to troubleshoot problems and develop effective solutions
Ability to conceptualize complex relationships and synthesize information from various sources.
Extensive experience with Microsoft Office software (Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint) and Google G Suite applications (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive).
Excellent communication, organization, research and report writing and presentation skill
Extensive knowledge in engineering principles and practices related to watershed assessments, TMDL and WLA compliance, and modeling.
Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in engineering or a related field; four (4) or more years technical experience in engineering; and a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license.
Note: Related degrees may include: Water Resource Management, Environmental Engineering, Geographic Information Systems.
Supplemental Qualifications
NOTE: Preference will be given to candidates with the following:
1.) Working knowledge of NPDES MS4 Permits and Chesapeake Bay TMDL.
2.) Knowledge and experience with stormwater runoff and stormwater BMPs, including familiarly with MDE/EPA Stormwater BMP Manuals.
3.) Thorough knowledge of water quality, hydraulic, and hydrologic modelling.
4.) Demonstrated experience in the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and relational database management systems.
5.) ArcGIS (including ArcPro, portal, web maps and applications, ArcGIS Geodatabases, and geoprocessing and automation).
6.) Familiarity with scripting and basic programming (R, Python, Java, Arcade).
7.) Aerial photography interpretation and remote sensing.
8.) Quality Assurance/Quality Control skills.
9.) Microsoft Office software (Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint).
10.) Google G Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive).
11.) Supervisory experience.
- Medical/Health Insurance Plans
- Open Access Aetna Select HMO-EPO
- Aetna Open Choice PPO
- Open Access Aetna Select HMO-EPO
- CIGNA Dental PPO (Buy-Up)
- CIGNA Dental PPO (CORE)
- CIGNA Dental HMO (DHMO)
- EyeMed
- Term insurance of up to 2 times salary ($100,000 maximum) for employees at no cost.
- Ability to purchase Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance
- Normal retirement after 30 years of service or Age 60 and 10 years of service or election to enroll in the Employees Retirement Savings Plan.
- Twelve days provided per year, thirteen in general election year
- Less than 3 years - 13 days
- 3 to less than 15 years - 20 days
- 15 years or more - 26 days
- Accrual at a rate of 15 days a year
- Free, confidential counseling for employee and family members 4X per year per problem per family member; also counseling on legal and financial issues; assistance in locating childcare and elder care
- Dependent Care Reimbursement
- Health Care Reimbursement
- Provides you an opportunity to enroll in any or all of the benefits listed below with the convenience of payroll deduction
- Universal Life Insurance with Long Term Care Rider
- United Legal Benefits
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The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to accurately and completely respond to each question by providing the information asked in each question. Your responses will be used to initially determine your qualifications and eligibility for this position. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME" OR CUT AND PASTE YOUR RESUME IN RESPONSE TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS.This response and a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. THIS MEANS YOU MAY BE INELIGIBLE FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION IN THIS RECRUITMENT PROCESS. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.
- Yes
- No
02
Do you have a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in engineering or a related field?Note: Related degrees may include: Water Resource Management, Environmental Engineering, Geographic Information Systems.
- Yes
- No
03
If yes, please list your degree type and major coursework completed.
04
*Note: Accredited University or College is the recognition from an accrediting agency that an institution maintains a certain level of educational standards. The U.S. Department of Education maintains a database of accrediting agencies it recognizes for schools within the United States.For a University or College outside the United States, the applicant must provide documentation of accreditation and educational equivalency, which can be accomplished through a credential evaluation service. Applicants with a foreign degree must provide this documentation upon the close of the announcement.Have you attached the appropriate documentation to verify your education?
- Yes
- No
05
Do you have four (4) or more years technical experience in engineering?
- Yes
- No
06
If yes, please indicate your level of experience and include position title and duties performed.
07
Do you possess a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license from the State or an equivalent license from another State?
- Yes
- No
08
Do you have working knowledge of NPDES MS4 Permits and Chesapeake Bay TMDL?
- Yes
- No
09
If yes, please indicate your level of knowledge and experience and include position title and duties performed.
10
Do you have knowledge and experience with stormwater runoff and stormwater BMPs, including familiarly with MDE/EPA Stormwater BMP Manuals.?
- Yes
- No
11
If yes, please detail how you possess experience. Please provide job title, duties, employer, and years of service. This experience must be in the work history section of your application.
12
Do you have thorough knowledge of water quality, hydraulic, and hydrologic modelling?
- Yes
- No
13
If yes, please detail how you possess this knowledge. Provide job title, duties, employer and years of service.
14
Do you have demonstrated experience in the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and relational database management systems?
- Yes
- No
15
If yes, please detail how you possess experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and relational database management systems.
16
What is your skill level in Word?
- No knowledge
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert
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What is your skill level in Excel?
- No knowledge
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert
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What is your skill level in Excel?
- No knowledge
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert
19
What is your skill level in Powerpoint?
- No knowledge
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert
20
Do you have experience with ArcGIS (including ArcPro, portal, web maps and applications, ArcGIS Geodatabases, and geoprocessing and automation)?
- Yes
- No
21
If you indicated "Yes" to the previous question, you must provide additional details to support your answer. Provide examples of duties, employers, and dates of service. The job experience provided must be consistent with what is in the work history section of your application. If you indicated "No," write N/A.
22
Do you have a familiarity with scripting and basic programming (R, Python, Java, Arcade)?
- Yes
- No
23
If you indicated "Yes" to the previous question, you must provide additional details to support your answer. Provide examples of duties, employers, and dates of service. The job experience provided must be consistent with what is in the work history section of your application. If you indicated "No," write N/A.
24
Do you have experience with aerial photography interpretation and remote sensing?
- Yes
- No
25
If you indicated "Yes" to the previous question, you must provide additional details to support your answer. Provide examples of duties, employers, and dates of service. The job experience provided must be consistent with what is in the work history section of your application. If you indicated "No," write N/A.
26
Do you have experienc with Quality Assurance/Quality Control skills?
- Yes
- No
27
If you indicated "Yes" to the previous question, you must provide additional details to support your answer. Provide examples of duties, employers, and dates of service. The job experience provided must be consistent with what is in the work history section of your application. If you indicated "No," write N/A.
28
Do you have experience with Google G Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive)?
- Yes
- No
29
If you indicated "Yes" to the previous question, you must provide additional details to support your answer. Provide examples of duties, employers, and dates of service. The job experience provided must be consistent with what is in the work history section of your application. If you indicated "No," write N/A.
30
Do you have Supervisory experience?
- Yes
- No
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If you indicated "Yes" to the previous question, you must provide additional details to support your answer. Provide examples of duties, employers, and dates of service. The job experience provided must be consistent with what is in the work history section of your application. If you indicated "No," write N/A.
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Did a county employee refer you? If yes, indicate their name, department and badge/id number. If you weren't referred by an Employee indicate N/A.
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