Civil Engineer (Drainage)

Under general supervision of the Drainage and Irrigation Manager, plans, manages, supervises and conducts drainage and flood control-related engineering projects and technical review of engineering plans, estimates, and specifications for design of flood control facilities, storm drain systems, and hydraulic structures.

Prepares construction bid documents, drawings, and design review for drainage and flood control-related construction and engineering projects. Performs site inspections and assists with submittal and RFI reviews. Coordinates design requirements with consultants and construction contractors.

Essential Functions

• Prepares, administers, coordinates, and participates in all aspects of engineering planning, design and project management for multiple drainage and flood control-related construction and maintenance projects.
• Conducts technical field assessments to troubleshoot, evaluate, document, develop recommendations, and define scope of work for various drainage and irrigation related civil engineering design projects and work tasks.
• Interprets, resolves and explains technical civil engineering issues related to design, maintenance or construction methods to staff, customers, contractors, consultants, vendors and other outside agencies.
• In coordination with the authority having jurisdiction, reviews work of consultants and contractors for compliance with engineering standards and safety requirements.
• Maintains tribal drainage, irrigation, and stormwater inventory. Performs drainage and stormwater studies to implement preventive improvements to the overall drainage and irrigation system.
• Assists in developing and maintaining operation and maintenance plans for Community owned regional drainage structures and outfalls and working with appropriate jurisdictions and agencies to insure proper coordination of drainage operations.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned to support and enhance the Community's drainage and irrigation systems and capital improvement programs.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

Education & Experience

A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and experience equivalent to five (5) years full-time professional civil engineering work in public works, drainage and stormwater or project management.

Must be registered as a Professional Engineer in the State of Arizona.

Equivalency

Any equivalent combination of experience and education that will allow the applicant to satisfactorily perform the duties of the job may be considered when filling the position.

Underfill Eligibility

An enrolled Community Member whom closely qualifies for the minimum qualifications for a position may be considered for employment under SRPMIC Policy 2-19, Underfill

Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona Driver's License.

Prior to hire as an employee, applicants will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. Will be required to pass a pre-employment background / fingerprint check.

SRPMIC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Preference will be given to a qualified : Community Member Veteran, Community Member, Spouse of Community Member, qualified Native American, and then other qualified candidate.

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