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County of Dutchess

Senior Engineering Aide

Pay: $59,005/yr

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Poughkeepsie, NY (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/21/2026

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What they do

A Civil Engineering Technician works with civil engineers on large public construction and infrastructure projects such as roads, buildings, bridges or utilities. Assists with preparation and review of blueprints and plans, site inspections, meeting design specifications, developing cost estimates and preparing project reports.

$60,174 / year median in New York

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

Dutchess County Department of Public Works 2026

Salary:

$59,005 This is a provisional position pending a future civil service exam. This is a technical position in the Engineering division of the Department of Public Works. Incumbents in this class perform moderately difficult but not professional civil engineering duties involved in highway related projects. Work generally involves duties such as gathering information or inspecting work for conformance to plans. The work is carried out in accordance with established procedures and involves some but not all duties related to surveying, design, inspection, traffic and permits. The class differs from that of Engineering Aide by virtue of higher level technical responsibilities and greater independence. Work is performed under the general supervision of a higher level employee. Direction or daily oversight of lower level employees may occasionally be required. To view a complete list of job duties, click here.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EITHER:

(A) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an Associate's degree or higher in engineering technology, mathematics, physics or a related field;

OR:

(B) Current Level II or higher Certification in Civil Engineering Technology from the National Institution for Certification in Engineering Technologies.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

: Possession of a valid New York State Motor Vehicle Operator License at time of appointment and to maintain position.

FINGERPRINTING

: A fingerprint supported background investigation is required before an appointment is made to some positions. Pursuant to New York State Executive Law, the Division of Criminal Justice Services requires that a fee accompany each such request for a search. It is due once a job offer is made and accepted by the applicant. Dutchess County offers a diverse working environment and generous benefits package including 13 paid holidays, paid time off, comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance, and NYS Retirement. Apply online at www.dutchessny.gov/jobs Recruitment will be posted until 8/12/26 .

An EEO/AA Employer Posted:

7/22/26