Engineer II - Flood Control

Job Description Summary

Department - Flood ControlJob Description

OPEN TO CURRENT PIMA COUNTY EMPLOYEES ONLY

Job Type: Classified

Job Classification: 5177 - Engineer II

Salary Grade: 17

Pay Range

Hiring Range: $87,110 - $104,561 Annually 

Pay Range: $87,110 - $121,992 Annually 

Range Explanation:

• Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.

• Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.

The Pima County Regional Flood Control District's mission is to protect the health, safety and welfare of Pima County residents by providing comprehensive flood protection programs and floodplain management services that emphasize fiscal responsibility, protection of natural resources, and providing a balanced multi-objective approach to managing regional watercourses, floodplains, and stormwater resources. 

This position is in the Engineering and Landscape Architecture Division with the primary responsibility being to design and oversee construction of flood control and drainage improvements, including Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) projects. Additionally, you will assist in the review and implementation of larger Capital Improvement Projects being designed by consultants. The successful candidate will consider federal, state and local floodplain management regulations in the review of privately financed drainage improvements associated with new development.

Essential Functions:

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

• Supervises a team in the investigation, design and preparation or review of plans, estimates and reports involved in the construction and maintenance of public works projects;

• Plans, organizes, directs and reviews the work of engineering groups and/or consultants in the analysis to optimize operations of public works systems;

• Coordinates planning and design with other County departments, other jurisdictions and governmental agencies;

• Performs complex and technical engineering work on large scale projects;

• Prepares and reviews invitations to bid and analyzes bid submittals;

• Participates in the administration of contract solicitation and selection;

• Prepares and reviews comprehensive technical reports and studies;

• Confers with Section supervisors, consultants and/or contractors on progress of work and finished projects;

• Reviews plans and specifications prepared under contract and administers construction contracts;

• Coordinates construction work with other departments, other jurisdictions, and the general public;

• Reviews design plans and technical reports for private development for conformance to County standards;

• Maintains work schedules for assigned personnel;

• Oversees the construction of public works complex projects and systems analysis;

• Interprets engineering and administrative directives, policies and standards;

• Reviews completed work for conformance with original job instructions and accepted engineering practices;

• Reviews or checks designs, drawings, profiles, and as-built drawings for adequacy, soundness of engineering features and practicality;

• Directs the activities of project engineers on assigned projects;

• Oversees engineering planning studies;

• Prepares and reviews changes to established design standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in engineering or closely-related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment AND two years of post-registration professional engineering experience AND current registration or licensure in any state as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Professional Engineer (RPE).

(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.

Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):

• Experience with project management, design, and construction.

• Experience with/knowledge of Green Stormwater Infrastructure and/or Low Impact Design practices.

• Experience with/knowledge of Floodplain Management regulations.

• Experience with Civil3D/AutoCAD.

• Experience with public outreach and engagement.

• Certified Floodplain Manager.

Selection Procedure:
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.     

Supplemental Information:

Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record. Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Arizona or the ability to obtain registration in the State of Arizona within the probationary period of employment. Failure to obtain / maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination.

Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County.

Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position. Action Activity - bending, reaching; Motion Activity - simple grasping; Hearing Activity - none; Speaking Activity - in person, on the phone and on a cell; Vision - may be required to operate a motor vehicle, distinguish colors, and have depth perception.

Working Conditions: Working conditions will be determined by the position.

EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.