Job Title
Perform professional engineering work in technical review of project plans and specifications for the Engineering Branch of the Public Works Department (PWD) and manage engineering assignments according to time lines, budgets, state and Federal regulations, County policies and codes, environmental and water quality laws, and roadway regulations under basic supervision.
Job Description
When it comes to finding a new job, many job seekers focus only on the salary. Here at Pinal County, we believe there is much more to consider. One of the biggest advantages of working for Pinal County is the value of our opportunities and how they can positively affect your life and future. Simply put, we prioritize people.
When we take good care of our employees, they take good care of our citizens. We are dedicated to providing our employees with a healthy work/life balance through paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, and don't forget paid sabbaticals every five years. We invest in your well-being with affordable healthcare plans and monthly wellness events. We secure your future with highly sought-after retirement plans. We invest in you every day. Pinal County offers a rewarding experience and meaningful work. Find your purpose here in Pinal County and help us make a difference in our community.
Benefits
Pinal County offers some of the best benefits in Arizona! We offer a wide range of employee benefits. You can read more details about our organizations benefit program or you can review the list below:
- An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work Life Balance.
- Paid Vacation And Sick Leave
- 15 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One
- After Three (3) Years of Service 18 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
- After Five (5) Years of Service 20 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
- 15 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One
- Ten Paid Holidays + One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish
- 13 Sick Leave Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One
- Paid Sabbaticals Every Five (5) Years
- Two Week Sabbatical After Five Years of Continuous Service
- Three Week Sabbatical After Ten Years of Continuous Service
- Four Week Sabbatical After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service
- Four Week Sabbaticals Every Five Years After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service
- Retirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit!
- Top Tier Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
- Insure your whole family on a PPO plan for as low as $57.94/mo.
- Insure you and your children on a PPO plan for ZERO premium cost
- Comprehensive Wellness Program
- Onsite Mammogram and Prostate Screening Events
- Skin Cancer Screening Events Onsite
- Biometrics and Health Screening Events Onsite
- Financial Health and Retirement Planning Events Onsite & Online
- Fitness Resources and Onsite Sessions Like Yoga and Tai Chi
- Quarterly Well Challenges
- Vaccination Clinics Onsite
- Vision Exams and Optometry Events Onsite
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Alternative Work Schedules
- Telehealth
- Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program through the Dept of Education
- Employee Assistance Program with Ongoing Training & Development Options
- Civil Service Leave
- VanPool Options
- Short-Term Disability – Employer Paid
- Basic Life Insurance - Employer Paid
- Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical Expenses
- Suite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance
Minimum Requirements to Perform Work
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or Civil Project Management
- Two (2) years of professional engineering, civil construction management or civil project management.
- Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may substitute for the minimum requirements.
- Registration as a Professional Engineer by the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM).
- Experience with Watershed and Channel Modeling software such as HEC-RAS/HEC-HMS/FLO-2D.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of principles of civil engineering programs, land-use planning, and construction project management.
- Knowledge of Federal and state codes and regulations governing civil engineering and public works projects.
- Knowledge of fundamentals of civil engineering plans and specifications and advanced mathematics and physics.
- Knowledge of materials, methods, tools, equipment, and supplies used in PWD engineering projects.
- Knowledge of technical drafting principles and mapping and construction survey methods, techniques, and procedures.
- Knowledge of personal computers utilizing standard and specialized software, including GIS and AutoCAD software applications used in planning, mapping, and statistical analysis.
- Skill in reading and understanding engineering plans, specifications, and schematics.
- Skill in applying engineering theory and skills to solve engineering project issues and problems.
- Skill in operating, calibrating, and maintaining specialized engineering tools and equipment.
- Skill in interpreting technical information and producing basic engineering drawings and technical reports.
- Skill in incorporating field notes and survey data into specialized engineering software.
- Skill in applying algebra, geometry, and trigonometry to complex mathematical problems and making accurate computations.
- Skill in interpreting technical instructions and analyzing complex variables.
- Ability to promote and enforce safe work practices.
Physical Demands
The work is medium and requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The work also requires the ability to balance, climb, crawl, crouch, finger, feel, grasp, handle, reach, perform repetitive motion, kneel, lift, pull, push, speak, hear, stand, stoop, walk, operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment, and demonstrate visual and mental acuity.
Work Environment
Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires the ability to be sensitive to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs.
Notice to Applicants
We appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities. At Pinal County, we value professionalism and respect for others. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process, we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration, which may impact your future Pinal County applications.
Offers of employment are valid only if provided in writing and approved by Pinal County Human Resources.
All qualified candidates eligible to work in the United States are welcome to apply. However, visa sponsorship is not available.
Pinal County does not participate in STEM Optional Practical Training (STEM OPT).
Pinal County requires pre-employment screening, which includes a Motor Vehicle Record check, a comprehensive background check (encompassing employment, education, and criminal history), and drug testing for safety-sensitive roles. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify candidates from employment. Employment offers are contingent on successful pre-employment screening. If driving is a requirement of the position, you must have a valid Arizona State Driver's License in accordance with Arizona State Law.