First review of applications will be on 11/7/2025.

Pima County Regional Wastewater Reclamation Department (RWRD) is excited to announce recruitment for an Engineering Assistant II to support the Field Engineering Unit - Technical Services and Engineering Division. This position is tasked with supporting FEU’s Construction Inspection and Blue Stake staff, as well as RWRD’s permitting processes and the local design/development community. If you possess experience in horizontal design and construction, preparation and processing of pre and post-construction permits/approvals, and have effective communication skills, then this opportunity in RWRD Field Engineering is perfect for you!

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 needs and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

Works as leadership role for other engineering assistants or technicians;
Reviews and resolves engineering problems in connection with standards and designs involved in maintaining and constructing public works and sanitary sewer facilities;
Leads the work of engineering assistants and technicians engaged in the preparation and review of reports and designs;
Completes or reviews drawings, plans, including profile, estimates, and preliminary reports for construction and improvement projects;
Participates in the preparation and review of specifications and cost estimates;
Prepares technical reports in connection with engineering projects;
Analyzes alternatives to determine the most desirable routes, locations, and various design features for projects;
Performs specific assigned tasks in connection with engineering analysis of sanitary sewer design and quantities estimating;
Assists in the preparation of contracts, which includes special and supplemental specifications;
Conducts or reviews testing results and performs analysis to determine appropriate testing procedures for sanitary sewer improvements and excavation in rights-of-way;
Performs research on construction materials testing procedures and analysis of specialty materials and products;
Develops or revises standard details for sanitary sewer construction;
Performs Utility Coordination tasks as assigned;
Conducts intake and issuance of RWRD Construction Permits;
Application of engineering principles to public works projects and systems;
Computer-aided design and geographical information systems;
Interpreting and utilizing engineering plans, maps, specifications, and preparing reports;
Application of engineering theory to resolve problems.

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 preregistration engineering experience.

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.):

Minimum one (1) year experience coordinating design and/or construction of horizontal projects.
Minimum six (6) months experience processing permit applications and post-construction approvals.
Experience tracking multiple projects/tasks using industry-standard software.

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.  

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.

Working Conditions: Varying, inclement outdoor weather conditions. Office environment. Additional working conditions will be determined by 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.

For more information about this position and to apply, visit: https://pimacounty.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/pimacareers/job/Tucson-AZ/Engineering-Assistant-II---RWRD_JR102219

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