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06/11/25Application Deadline
07/02/25Pay Range
Engineer Associates hired at a Tier I will be compensated at a range of $63750.00 - $107000.00 annuallyJob Type
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Flood Control DistrictAbout the Position
The Flood Control District of Maricopa County is actively recruiting engineers at all career stages who are passionate about protecting communities from flooding and creating lasting public impact. As part of our Hydrology & Hydraulics Branch youll take on meaningful hands-on work involving the design construction and rehabilitation of critical infrastructure including dams levees bridges culverts and open channels.
In this role you will be involved in regional drainage studies right-of-way permitting and collaborative projects with other government agencies contractors and the public. You will also work with cutting-edge hydrologic and hydraulic modeling tools both reviewing and developing models.
Whether you are an experienced engineer bringing strategic insight a mid-level professional ready to innovate or just starting your engineering journey with a desire to make a difference you will find growth purpose and support within our inclusive and dynamic team.
About Us
Flood Control In a desert Absolutely!
Though Maricopa County is in a desert floods occur during two distinct rainy seasons the summer monsoon and winter frontal rains. Although the Flood Control District has made significant progress over the years work remains to be done. Maricopa County continues to be one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States with over 200 people moving here daily!
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Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits including access to our upcoming on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
Paid vacation sick time and parental leave
Extensive wellness program including healthcare premium discounts
Employee discounts for goods and services
Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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We Require
Bachelors degree in a work-related engineering discipline such as but not limited to Civil Engineering Hydraulic Engineering Water Resources Engineering Hydrology or Fluid Mechanics
Two years of professional engineering work experience as a hydraulic engineer hydrologist drainage design engineer water resources engineer or general civil engineer with a strong background in hydrology hydraulics and river mechanics (Tier II Positions Only)
An equivalent combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis
We Also Value
Masters degree in Civil Engineering Hydrology or a related field
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) registration
Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) registration
Direct experience in reviewing and/or developing hydrologic and hydraulic models using HEC-RAS (1D and 2D) HEC-HMS HEC-1 FLO-2D EPA SWMM Bentley CulvertMaster and ArcGIS Pro
Job Contributions
The Engineer Associate I is a technical entry-level position that performs fundamental to advanced engineering analyses and research. Applies established restrictions code compliance and permit requirements to design projects.
The Engineer Associate II is an experienced mid-level professional in the engineering series who independently performs a wide range of engineering assignments of greater complexity for the full scope of the project and may be assigned lead responsibilities.
Review and approve hydrologic and hydraulic submittals for engineering design reports and plans specifications computer models calculations and results for all Flood Control District engineering and planning projects such as dam rehabilitation levee construction and repair bridges open channels capital improvement projects area drainage master studies/plans floodplain use permits right-of-way permit etc.
Perform in-house hydrologic and hydraulic analysis studies computer modeling and engineering design to support the Flood Control Districts projects
Review all Flood Control District and Maricopa County regulations as well as any regulations and requirements from FEMA USACE or other regulatory entities to ensure projects are in compliance
Represent the Flood Control District in meetings with other governmental agencies consultants/contractors and the public responding to internal and external requests (including public records requests) and providing technical recommendations/assistance
Field reconnaissance may occasionally be part of this job to obtain the information related to hydrology and hydraulics
Other job duties as assigned
Working Conditions
This position requires the employee to be in the office/field or customer-facing for all hours worked
Exerting up to 10 pounds occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time
Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions
Machines tools equipment software and hardware
GIS Maps/Tools MS Suite
Selection Procedure
Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
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