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Engineering Aide

Cherry Hill Township is seeking qualified and motivated candidates for the position of Engineering Aide in the Engineering Department. The ideal candidate will possess excellent organizational, time management, and customer service skills. The successful applicant should be detail-oriented, dependable, and able to support the daily operations of the Engineering Department in a professional and efficient manner.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Position Summary

Provides support for Engineering Department as required by the Director, Administrator and Project Manager including but not limited to:

• Answering calls to Engineering Department, providing information to callers and routing calls appropriately.
• Organizing and maintaining electronic copies and a directory of all Engineering Department project documents, including site plans, sanitary and storm sewer plans.

Essential Functions

NOTE: The essential functions for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

• Conducts research, compiles data, and synthesizes findings for various Engineering projects, including research and analysis of local ordinances and state and federal laws.
• Works with GIS Analyst to maintain and update GIS information for stormwater, sanitary sewer and other infrastructure needs, as well as as-built mapping for input into ArcGIS.
• Reviews submittals for all Township capital projects for compliance with specifications and maintains a database of products used in capital projects.
• Conducts research and assembles documents for timely response to OPRA requests directed to the Engineering Department.
• Tracks all complaints directed to Engineering Department via Spatial Data Logic (SDL), ensuring all complaints are responded to in a timely manner and updates SDL as appropriate with actions taken and other relevant information.
• Completes construction and zoning permits for Engineering projects on municipal-owned properties as needed.
• All other duties, tasks, and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate Degree in Engineering Technology, Construction Management or related coursework preferred.

Experience:

• One (1) year of experience in the municipal / site civil engineering field with degree, or five (5) years of experience in the municipal / site civil engineering field with a High School diploma.

Other Skills/Requirements:

• Ability to operate a personal computer; proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications.
• Ability to operate AutoCAD software and ArcGIS Pro.
• Working knowledge of Spatial Data Logic (SDL) software preferred.
• Must be able to read and understand construction and site plans.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with other Township staff and the public in a clear and respectful manner.
• Strong organizational and technical writing skills.
• Ability to read and understand legal descriptions and tax maps.
• Valid NJ Driver's License.
• New Jersey residency required pursuant to NJSA 54:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70).

Cherry Hill Township Offers a Comprehensive Benefits Package Including

• Health benefits after 60 days of employment (or rebate if waiving benefits).
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Pension
• Deferred Compensation.
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Job Details

Category Municipal Status Open Salary $45,000 - $50,000-commensurate with qualifications. Posted October 26, 2026 1:30 PM Closing Open Until Filled

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