2315 - Engineer III

OPEN TO CURRENT PIMA COUNTY EMPLOYEES ONLY 

This position is in the Regional Flood Control Department .

Salary Grade: E4     

Manages the direction of major engineering functions or programs. This classification is distinguished from the Engineer II by its focus on management of major engineering functions and programs as well with the management of the planning and preparation for future and proposed projects.(Work assignments may vary depending on the department's needs and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.)
 
Manages and directs staff in the planning, implementation and operation of public works projects;
Plans, organizes, directs and reviews the work of engineering groups and/or consultants in the design, construction and analysis of all types of public works projects and systems;
Coordinates planning and design with other County departments and governmental agencies;
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;
Coordinates with construction forces and contractors to ensure project delivery;
Establishes design criteria and makes decisions on design features;
Confers with unit supervisors, consultants and/or contractors on progress of work and finished projects and analyses;
Reviews plans and specifications prepared under contract and administers construction contracts;
Coordinates construction and analysis work with other departments, jurisdictions, and the general public;
Responsible for maintenance and archiving of project records;
Oversees design review functions to ensure private development meets County standards;
Manages construction either directly or through Construction Management services consultant;  
Initiates and oversees preliminary designs, studies, analyses, cost estimates and prepares reports of future and proposed projects;
Maintains work schedules for assigned personnel;
Determines need for basic data, such as systems analytics, field surveys, location of utilities, tests and requests information through appropriate channels;
Coordinates design and other features of work with other public agencies and departments;
Manages the construction and maintenance of public works projects;
Oversees engineering optimization of public works operations;
Resolves complex engineering problems;
Directs the activities of engineers on assigned projects;
Determines methods of resolving unusual and complex problems and improving systems, materials and practices;
Directs engineering planning studies;
Interprets engineering and administrative directives, policies and standards.
Performs design review of plans and technical reports for private development for conformance to County standards
 
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
 
Knowledge of:

• principles and practices of , engineering as applied to the preparation of plans, designs, estimates, analysis of systems and reports of public works engineering within assigned area.
• construction management including inspection and construction practices;
• public works construction, operational systems analysis and maintenance methods, materials and equipment;
• state and local codes, ordinances and design standards relative to engineering and construction work;
• principles and practices of management;
• electronic hardware/software to collect, analyze, and present systems and geospatial information.

 
Skill in:

• applying engineering and administrative techniques and methods to address project and operational requirements;
• designing various public works models, improvement projects and structures;
• modelling and analysis tools;
• preparing comprehensive technical reports;
• planning, scheduling and directing the work of professional and support personnel;
• Pima County project management software and methodology.

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in engineering or closely related field as determined by the appointing authority at the time of recruitment, six 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).(Additional relevant professional engineering 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.):   

1. Experience assessing impacts of development, including transportation projects in flood prone areas.
2. Experience with one-dimensional and two-dimensional hydrologic and hydraulic models, including their application to site design and floodplain mapping.
3. Experience reviewing engineering analyses in support of residential and commercial development.
4. Experience implementing Federal Emergency Management Agency and Pima County Floodplain Management Ordinance requirements.
5. Experience managing staff, work loads, and interfacing with consultants and the public to facilitate permitting of development proposals. 
6. Experience identifying impacts of capital and development projects on public facilities.

Selection Procedure:
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum/desired qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience.  Candidates meeting the minimum/desired 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.  Licenses and Certificates: 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. Valid driver's license is required at the time of application. Valid AZ driver's 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. 
 
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.
 
This classification specification is intended to indicate the basic nature of positions allocated to the classification and examples of typical duties that may be assigned.  It does not imply that all positions within the classification perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.

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. 

Salary : $80,600 - $139,422