Civil Engineer

Posting Close Date: 

Applicants must submit their completed application by 11-16-2025 at 11:59 p.m. MST

Application and Special Instructions

In order to be qualified, applicants must hold a valid Professional Engineering (PE) license issued by the Arizona Board of Technical Registration.

Registered as a Professional Engineer in the State of Arizona or in another state having a reciprocity agreement with Arizona is required at the time of application.

If you are registered in another state, please visit the website http://www.btr.az.gov

As part of the application process, all applicants are required to submit a chronological resume at the time of the application.

Applications that do not include the chronological resume by the closing date of the recruitment will be considered incomplete and will not receive further consideration for this recruitment.

The City of Tucson does not provide VISA sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

Recruiter contact information: If you have any questions, please contact [email protected]

ABOUT THIS JOB

Position Specific Summary

The Civil Engineer position at the City of Tucson’s Planning and Development Services Department performs plan review of private development for compliance with civil engineering standards related to the construction of structures and facilities, the grading of land, and compliance with stormwater regulations.

Work is performed under the supervision of the Neighborhood Resources/Development Services Section Manager.  Position does not supervise.
 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Serves as an expert-level engineering reviewer of site plans, grading plans, drainage reports, stormwater pollution prevention plans, geotechnical studies, final plats, assurance agreements, and substitute assurance agreements, ensuring compliance with City, State, and Federal standards and identifying required infrastructure items from tentative plats.

• Acts as a subject matter expert and provides guidance to ensure compliance through review of work products. Guides and provides direction to Senior Engineering Associates and Engineering Associates.

• Researches and implements engineering solutions and standards. Evaluates their effectiveness by recommending revisions, researching best practices, and developing new or revised approaches. 

• Conducts meetings with developers to discuss site demands or challenges. Conducts site visits and discusses construction requirements with contractors. Regularly coordinates with site inspection staff to ensure filed construction aligns with approved plans.

• Communicates permit and City code policy information through clear and effective communication channels with customers, partners, and stakeholders. Builds and maintains relationships with residents and partners. Delivers public presentations regarding development activities.

• Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.

All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: 
Bachelor’s degree.

Experience:
Two (2) years of directly related experience.

Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related engineering discipline and four (4) years of directly related experience.

POSITION DETAILS

Job Profile

J2013 - Civil Engineer

To view the full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands click https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Tucson-Talent.

Compensation Grade

G110

Hourly Range

$35.37 - 53.05 USD

The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

FLSA

Exempt

Position Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Department

Planning and Development Services Center

Department Link

https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Planning-Development-Services

Background Check:  This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.  The City of Tucson is a Second Chance Employer.

ABOUT US

Benefits: The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.

Citizenship: The City of Tucson employs only U.S. Citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. Citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Status. The City of Tucson does not offer visa sponsorship.

City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status.  If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD).  Click for more information from ACRD about employment discrimination and how to file a complaint with ACRD 

The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at EmployeeLeaves@tucsonaz.gov or 520-791-2619.   

Recruiter Name

Dmitriy Adamia (101058)

Recruiter Email

[email protected]

For Human Resources general questions please contact 520-791-4241.