Design Specialist

• Coordinates and/or participates in drafting detailed plans for assigned projects such as architectural changes, building interiors and site improvements; • Uses Computer-Aided Drafting/Design equipment, peripheral equipment and related software for documentation, drafting plans, graphic and design work; • Participates with licensed professionals in design work, cost estimates, design information requirements, writing of generalized project specifications and required revisions; • Establishes and maintains project files and documentation using manual and automated systems; • Assists professional staff in computing design data calculations; • Reviews plans submitted by product manufacturers for clarity, completeness and technical accuracy for furniture, sign or equipment replacement; • Prepares work specifications, including processes to be followed, task completion date schedule and any special conditions of work for small scope projects; • Examines project sites before and during construction and at completion to verify the accuracy of notes, drafting plans and to document work progress or draft "as built" documentation and/or plans; • Acts as a liaison for assigned projects between the department and staff, consultants, utilities, federal, state, and county agencies as required; • Researches building and safety codes, resource manuals, and technical standards for technical design information and applies same to projects; • Prepares and maintains logs, notes, sketches, layouts, cross-sections, drawings, designs, plans, estimates, records, reports, revisions, change orders and/or the as-built plans; • Acts as the project manager for small construction and interior remodel projects, including furniture/equipment/flooring replacements, and parking lot and fencing repairs/upgrades; • Reviews and verifies project invoices for payment and monitors project budget for client verification. Minimum Qualifications Associate's Degree from an accredited college or technical school in Computer-Aided Drafting/Design (CAD/CADD), or a similar degree field determined by the department head at the time of recruitment AND 18 months of experience in CAD/CADD or Graphic Information Systems (GIS) in an engineering, planning or architectural design setting which involves the completion of detailed planning and technical review of plans for drafting considerations. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Supplemental Information Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver license is required at time of application.