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Engineering Manager

City of Tucson

Office

Public Works Building, United States

Full Time

Posting Close Date: 

Applicants must submit their completed application by 08-14-2025 at 11:59 p.m. MST

Application and Special Instructions

As part of the online application process, all applicants are required to submit both a resume and cover letter at the time of application. Resumes and cover letters received after the application closing date will not be considered.

This position requires a Professional Engineer (PE) License - Arizona Board of Technical Registration (ABTR).

Reciprocity from another state is acceptable within six (6) months from date of hire.

ABOUT THIS JOB

Position Specific Summary:

The Engineering Manager for the New Area Development Division of the City of Tucson’s Water Department manages and coordinates the review and acceptance of developer financed projects by effectively leading and supervising personnel. Applies Engineering Seal to Tucson Water Job Order Contract Plans for short main extensions. Ensures that developer financed projects comply with local, state and federal regulations. Administers the City of Tucson’s Water Service Area Policy. 

Work is performed under the supervision of the Water Administrator. This position exercises supervision over division personnel.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provides training, counseling, and mentoring to staff. Conducts employee reviews and approves bi-weekly payroll. Provides effective leadership and supervisory control of section staff. Ensures section staff has the necessary resources and guidance to ensure successful review of developer financed projects.
     

  • Supervises staff during the review of developer financed projects. Reviews plans for conformity to design standards and specifications.
     

  • Provides oversight and directly interfaces with consultants, contractors and the public. Accepts plans for the water department for substantial conformance with standard specifications and details and administers the City of Tucson’s Water Service Area Policy.
     

  • Applies Engineering Seal to Tucson Water Job Order Contract Plans for short main extensions.
     

  • Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Mostly office environment

All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree

Work Experience:
Five (5) years of directly related experience

License:
Professional Engineer (PE) License - Arizona Board of Technical Registration (ABTR)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Five (5) years of demonstrated progressive experience in the design, construction, and management of water or wastewater project/facilities

Experience in city, county, or state government; public or private utility experience

Supervisory experience

POSITION DETAILS

Job Profile

J2014 - Engineering Manager

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

Compensation Grade

G111

Hourly Range

$38.91 - 58.36 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

Water Utility

Department Link

https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Water

Background Check:  This position has been designated to require a criminal background check. 

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.

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

Munerra Acosta (202167)

Recruiter Email

tw_hr@tucsonaz.gov

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

Engineering Manager

Office

Public Works Building, United States

Full Time

July 15, 2025

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