Manager of Engineering and Constructions

Manager of Engineering and Constructions

Lake Charles, LA

Manager of Engineering and Constructions

FLSA Status: Exempt

SUMMARY

Under general direction, the Manager of Engineering & Construction performs professional engineering work with considerable emphasis on the planning, design, and oversight of City infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include managing capital improvement projects; supervising engineering and construction activities; preparing and reviewing plans, specifications, schedules, and cost estimates; and providing technical guidance to City officials (e.g. Mayor, Administrator, Dept. Manager, Council Members, etc.). Work involves significant coordination with other departments, consultants, contractors, and the public.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Lead the planning, design, review, and oversight of City infrastructure projects, including roads, drainage, sanitary sewer, and water systems; prepare and evaluate construction plans, specifications, cost estimates, and bid documents.
• Review engineering designs from private engineers for compliance with City standards; interpret plans and specifications for contractors and City staff.
• Conduct pre construction estimates, maintain cost records, and direct studies of existing and proposed infrastructure to recommend improvements.
• Maintain and update as built drawings, maps, and engineering records; manage the utility permit program and provide information on existing utility locations.
• Oversee construction activities to ensure compliance with approved plans, schedules, and budgets; review paving and drainage plans for required adjustments or utility relocations.
• Assist in developing and monitoring the City's annual and five year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), operational budgets, and capital budgets.
• Prepare reports, summaries, recommendations, and presentations for City leadership; attend City Council and public meetings to explain projects and address concerns, where applicable.
• Coordinate with the City Administrator, Mayor, City Council, other departments, external agencies, consultants, contractors, and the public; respond to inquiries and complaints.
• Plan, assign, and direct the work of engineering and construction staff; provide leadership, training, performance evaluation, and oversight of consultants and contractors.

Perform related work as required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for staff in Engineering division including other city engineering and technical assistants.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Comprehensive knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices, and methods.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local regulations related to public works construction.
• Ability to plan, manage, and evaluate multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Strong project management skills, including consultant and contractor oversight.
• Ability to analyze and assess programs, policies, and operational needs.
• Skill in preparing clear and concise reports, budgets, and presentations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with elected officials, staff, contractors, and the public.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the organization.
• Ability to effectively work with and promote a harmonious working environment with the City Administrator, Mayor, City Council, other City Departments, other governmental entities, and the citizens on the telephone and in person; ability to work amicably as a team to accomplish individual and group assignments and goals.
• Develop and administer departmental goals, objectives, and procedures;
• Analyze and assess programs, policies, and operational needs and make appropriate adjustments;
• Identify and respond to sensitive community and organizational issues, concerns, and needs;
• Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the work of lower level staff;
• Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports and budgets;
• Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers or citizens;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those connected in your course of work.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field
• Ten (10) to fifteen (15) years of progressively responsible civil engineering, mechanical engineering or project management related experience, including three (3) years relevant supervisory experience. Post-graduate degree (e.g., technical, business related) may be substituted for up to three (3) years of experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain license within two (2) to three (3) years, preferred.
• Valid Louisiana Driver's License

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual

and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc.,) in its most difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must possess a valid Louisiana Drivers License.

Ability to obtain Registered Professional Engineer status.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, climb, stoop, kneel, and lift up to 25 pounds. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.
• Work is performed in both office and outdoor environments. Outdoor work may involve exposure to weather, construction noise, and uneven terrain. The noise level is generally moderate.

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I certify that answers given herein are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application as may be necessary in arriving at an employment decision.

This application shall be considered active for a period of one year from the date of filing. Incomplete Applications will not be considered for the selection process.

I understand and acknowledge that any employment relationship with this organization is of an "at will" nature, which means that the Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge the Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this "at will" employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization.

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The City will not employ any relatives of a City Council member or the Mayor.

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Manager of Engineering and Constructions

FLSA Status: Exempt

SUMMARY

Under general direction, the Manager of Engineering & Construction performs professional engineering work with considerable emphasis on the planning, design, and oversight of City infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include managing capital improvement projects; supervising engineering and construction activities; preparing and reviewing plans, specifications, schedules, and cost estimates; and providing technical guidance to City officials (e.g. Mayor, Administrator, Dept. Manager, Council Members, etc.). Work involves significant coordination with other departments, consultants, contractors, and the public.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Lead the planning, design, review, and oversight of City infrastructure projects, including roads, drainage, sanitary sewer, and water systems; prepare and evaluate construction plans, specifications, cost estimates, and bid documents.
• Review engineering designs from private engineers for compliance with City standards; interpret plans and specifications for contractors and City staff.
• Conduct pre construction estimates, maintain cost records, and direct studies of existing and proposed infrastructure to recommend improvements.
• Maintain and update as built drawings, maps, and engineering records; manage the utility permit program and provide information on existing utility locations.
• Oversee construction activities to ensure compliance with approved plans, schedules, and budgets; review paving and drainage plans for required adjustments or utility relocations.
• Assist in developing and monitoring the City's annual and five year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), operational budgets, and capital budgets.
• Prepare reports, summaries, recommendations, and presentations for City leadership; attend City Council and public meetings to explain projects and address concerns, where applicable.
• Coordinate with the City Administrator, Mayor, City Council, other departments, external agencies, consultants, contractors, and the public; respond to inquiries and complaints.
• Plan, assign, and direct the work of engineering and construction staff; provide leadership, training, performance evaluation, and oversight of consultants and contractors.

Perform related work as required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for staff in Engineering division including other city engineering and technical assistants.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Comprehensive knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices, and methods.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local regulations related to public works construction.
• Ability to plan, manage, and evaluate multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Strong project management skills, including consultant and contractor oversight.
• Ability to analyze and assess programs, policies, and operational needs.
• Skill in preparing clear and concise reports, budgets, and presentations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with elected officials, staff, contractors, and the public.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the organization.
• Ability to effectively work with and promote a harmonious working environment with the City Administrator, Mayor, City Council, other City Departments, other governmental entities, and the citizens on the telephone and in person; ability to work amicably as a team to accomplish individual and group assignments and goals.
• Develop and administer departmental goals, objectives, and procedures;
• Analyze and assess programs, policies, and operational needs and make appropriate adjustments;
• Identify and respond to sensitive community and organizational issues, concerns, and needs;
• Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the work of lower level staff;
• Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports and budgets;
• Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers or citizens;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those connected in your course of work.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field
• Ten (10) to fifteen (15) years of progressively responsible civil engineering, mechanical engineering or project management related experience, including three (3) years relevant supervisory experience. Post-graduate degree (e.g., technical, business related) may be substituted for up to three (3) years of experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain license within two (2) to three (3) years, preferred.
• Valid Louisiana Driver's License

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual

and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc.,) in its most difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must possess a valid Louisiana Drivers License.

Ability to obtain Registered Professional Engineer status.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, climb, stoop, kneel, and lift up to 25 pounds. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.
• Work is performed in both office and outdoor environments. Outdoor work may involve exposure to weather, construction noise, and uneven terrain. The noise level is generally moderate.

Manager of Engineering and Constructions

FLSA Status: Exempt

SUMMARY

Under general direction, the Manager of Engineering & Construction performs professional engineering work with considerable emphasis on the planning, design, and oversight of City infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include managing capital improvement projects; supervising engineering and construction activities; preparing and reviewing plans, specifications, schedules, and cost estimates; and providing technical guidance to City officials (e.g. Mayor, Administrator, Dept. Manager, Council Members, etc.). Work involves significant coordination with other departments, consultants, contractors, and the public.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Lead the planning, design, review, and oversight of City infrastructure projects, including roads, drainage, sanitary sewer, and water systems; prepare and evaluate construction plans, specifications, cost estimates, and bid documents.
• Review engineering designs from private engineers for compliance with City standards; interpret plans and specifications for contractors and City staff.
• Conduct pre construction estimates, maintain cost records, and direct studies of existing and proposed infrastructure to recommend improvements.
• Maintain and update as built drawings, maps, and engineering records; manage the utility permit program and provide information on existing utility locations.
• Oversee construction activities to ensure compliance with approved plans, schedules, and budgets; review paving and drainage plans for required adjustments or utility relocations.
• Assist in developing and monitoring the City's annual and five year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), operational budgets, and capital budgets.
• Prepare reports, summaries, recommendations, and presentations for City leadership; attend City Council and public meetings to explain projects and address concerns, where applicable.
• Coordinate with the City Administrator, Mayor, City Council, other departments, external agencies, consultants, contractors, and the public; respond to inquiries and complaints.
• Plan, assign, and direct the work of engineering and construction staff; provide leadership, training, performance evaluation, and oversight of consultants and contractors.

Perform related work as required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for staff in Engineering division including other city engineering and technical assistants.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Comprehensive knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices, and methods.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local regulations related to public works construction.
• Ability to plan, manage, and evaluate multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Strong project management skills, including consultant and contractor oversight.
• Ability to analyze and assess programs, policies, and operational needs.
• Skill in preparing clear and concise reports, budgets, and presentations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with elected officials, staff, contractors, and the public.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the organization.
• Ability to effectively work with and promote a harmonious working environment with the City Administrator, Mayor, City Council, other City Departments, other governmental entities, and the citizens on the telephone and in person; ability to work amicably as a team to accomplish individual and group assignments and goals.
• Develop and administer departmental goals, objectives, and procedures;
• Analyze and assess programs, policies, and operational needs and make appropriate adjustments;
• Identify and respond to sensitive community and organizational issues, concerns, and needs;
• Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the work of lower level staff;
• Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports and budgets;
• Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers or citizens;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those connected in your course of work.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field
• Ten (10) to fifteen (15) years of progressively responsible civil engineering, mechanical engineering or project management related experience, including three (3) years relevant supervisory experience. Post-graduate degree (e.g., technical, business related) may be substituted for up to three (3) years of experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain license within two (2) to three (3) years, preferred.
• Valid Louisiana Driver's License

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual

and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc.,) in its most difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must possess a valid Louisiana Drivers License.

Ability to obtain Registered Professional Engineer status.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, climb, stoop, kneel, and lift up to 25 pounds. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.
• Work is performed in both office and outdoor environments. Outdoor work may involve exposure to weather, construction noise, and uneven terrain. The noise level is generally moderate.

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Please upload a copy of your drivers license in the Any Additional Files section above. ","required?":true,"flags":null,"options":[]}},{"table":{"id":9105591,"option_type":"textq","question":"What is your desired salary range? ","required?":true,"flags":null,"options":[]}},{"table":{"id":9105592,"option_type":"multiple-choice","question":"What hours are you available for work? ","required?":true,"flags":null,"options":["Full Time","Part Time","Weekends","All of the Above"]}},{"table":{"id":9105593,"option_type":"yes-no","question":"Do you have any relatives that work here? ","required?":true,"flags":null,"options":["Yes","No"]}},{"table":{"id":9105594,"option_type":"yes-no","question":"Are you over 18 years of Age and can you provide required proof of your eligibility to work? ","required?":true,"flags":null,"options":["Yes","No"]}},{"table":{"id":9105595,"option_type":"educationq","question":"Please enter your education history: ","required?":true,"flags":"{\"eduhist_datesattended\":\"false\",\"eduhist_degreeobtain\":\"true\",\"eduhist_qualification\":\"true\",\"eduhist_obtaindate\":\"false\",\"eduhist_grade\":\"false\"}","options":[]}},{"table":{"id":9105596,"option_type":"essay","question":"Describe any specialized training, apprenticeship, skills, certifications, extra-curricular activities including military service and any operations of specialized machinery/equipment: ","required?":false,"flags":null,"options":[]}},{"table":{"id":9105597,"option_type":"essay","question":"Do you have any special licenses such as a CDL? ","required?":false,"flags":null,"options":[]}},{"table":{"id":9105598,"option_type":"subheadq","question":"Employment Experience: Start with your present or last job. Include any volunteer activities. You may exclude organizations which indicate race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disabilities, or other protected status. A Resume may be attached, but you must still complete this section.

","required?":false,"flags":null,"options":[]}},{"table":{"id":9105599,"option_type":"employmentq","question":"Please enter your employment history. Adding more than one position is recommended. ","required?":true,"flags":"{\"emphist_contact\":\"true\",\"emphist_wages\":\"true\",\"emphist_supervisor\":\"false\"}","options":[]}},{"table":{"id":9105600,"option_type":"yes-no","question":"Were you discharged or asked to resign from previous employment? ","required?":true,"flags":null,"options":["Yes","No"]}},{"table":{"id":9105601,"option_type":"essay","question":"If so, please describe why below: ","required?":false,"flags":null,"options":[]}},{"table":{"id":9105602,"option_type":"essay","question":"Please account for any time since leaving high school or college that you were not employed? ","required?":true,"flags":null,"options":[]}},{"table":{"id":9105603,"option_type":"essay","question":"Other Qualifications: Summarize special job-related skills and qualifications acquired from employment or other experience. ","required?":false,"flags":null,"options":[]}},{"table":{"id":9105604,"option_type":"essay","question":"List professional, trade, business or civic activities and offices held. You may exclude membership which would reveal gender, race, religion, national origin, age, ancestry, disability or other protected status. ","required?":false,"flags":null,"options":[]}},{"table":{"id":9105605,"option_type":"essay","question":"Work Related References. Please provide Name, Address, Phone Number. \t","required?":false,"flags":null,"options":[]}},{"table":{"id":9105606,"option_type":"yes-no","question":"Do you agree to the following: Applicant's Statement:

I certify that answers given herein are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application as may be necessary in arriving at an employment decision.

This application shall be considered active for a period of one year from the date of filing. Incomplete Applications will not be considered for the selection process.

I understand and acknowledge that any employment relationship with this organization is of an "at will" nature, which means that the Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge the Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this "at will" employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization.

In the event of employment, I understand that false or misleading information given in my application or interview may result in discharge. I understand also that I am required to abide by all rules and regulations of the City of Lake Charles.

I understand that my employment with the City of Lake Charles is contingent upon satisfactory results in the pre-employment screening including a pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background checks. As a condition of my employment, I agree to submit to a drug screen test and/or physical and have the results reviewed by the Director of Human Resources. ","required?":true,"flags":null,"options":["Yes","No"]}},{"table":{"id":9105607,"option_type":"subheadq","question":"NEPOTISM QUESTIONNAIRE The City of Lake Charles recognizes the desire of employees to assist relatives in seeking careers. However, to comply with statutory requirements and/or avoid potential conflicts, problems, and compromises, individuals will not be hired or appointed to positions where they report to and/or are supervised by, directly or indirectly, a relative or domestic partner. No member of any department shall employ any relative or domestic partner under his/her supervision.

The City will not employ any relatives of a City Council member or the Mayor.

For purposes of this questionnaire:

Relatives: For purposes of this policy, relatives include spouses, children, children of spouses, spouses of children and stepchildren, brothers, sisters, parents, parents of the spouse, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, grandparents, nieces and nephews.

Domestic Partners - Individuals who reside in the same household and are involved in a relationship, often holding themselves out to the public as marital partners, but who are not legally married. ","required?":false,"flags":null,"options":[]}},{"table":{"id":9105608,"option_type":"yes-no","question":"Are you related to any Lake Charles City Council Member or Mayor?","required?":true,"flags":null,"options":["Yes","No"]}},{"table":{"id":9105609,"option_type":"textq","question":" If yes, give name and relationship","required?":false,"flags":null,"options":[]}},{"table":{"id":9105610,"option_type":"yes-no","question":"Are you related to ANY employee working for ANY department of the City of Lake Charles? ","required?":true,"flags":null,"options":["Yes","No"]}},{"table":{"id":9105611,"option_type":"essay","question":"If yes, give name of relative, relationship, and department your relative works for","required?":false,"flags":null,"options":[]}},{"table":{"id":9105612,"option_type":"yes-no","question":"I certify that the above is true and correct","required?":true,"flags":null,"options":["Yes","No"]}}]}},"labelTranslations":{"back_to_jobs":"Back to Jobs","apply_for_this_position":"Apply for this Position","back_to_wl_jobs":"All Jobs at PrimePay Recruit"},"lang":"en","recaptchaSiteKey":"6Le5hLsSAAAAAE43yKMBj3XR8Ox2GNeDD4VYZx_5","showGDPRDisclosure":null,"showNotify":true,"showReferral":true,"source":null,"widgetMode":true,"showBackButtons":false}">