Stormwater Engineer, Sr. /Stormwater Engineer (Full Time Underfill opportunity)

Introduction

The Senior Stormwater Engineer classification primarily performs professional engineering review of private development and City infrastructure projects for stormwater related issues. The position also participates with management of drainage and flood control studies, manages the City's floodplains, and provides technical assistance to other city departments.
Applicants who do not meet all the minimum requirements for the Stormwater Engineer, Sr. position may be considered for an underfill as a Stormwater Engineer, depending on applicant qualifications. If the position is underfilled, the salary offered would be commensurate with the lower level classification. The minimum requirements and salary range for the underfill position are listed below in the minimum qualification section .

Anticipated starting salary for this position may be up to mid-point depending on candidate’s experience and internal equity. Although the full salary range is listed above, the salary range to midpoint for each position is listed below.

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First review of applications will be October 21, 2025

Minimum Qualifications

Stormwater Engineer (underfill) Minimum Qualifications
$93,038.40 - $109,324.80
Education and Experience

• Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field from an accredited educational institution, or equivalent years of education and experience.
• Four years of progressively responsible project coordination experience in storm water, drainage, and hydraulics/hydrology.
• Any equivalent combination of education and / or job related experience that meets the minimum qualifications may be substituted.

Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements

• Registration as a Professional Engineer with the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration, OR by the technical board of another state with the ability to obtain Arizona Registration through reciprocity within 6 months of employment.
• A Certified Floodplain Manager credential from the Association of Floodplain Managers is required within 18 months of hire.
• Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.

Stormwater Engineer, Sr. Minimum Qualifications
$102,585.60 - $120,536.00
Education and Experience

• Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field from an accredited educational institution.
• Six years of progressively responsible experience in the design, review or management of work related to stormwater, drainage, and hydraulics/hydrology.
• An equivalent combination of education and job related experience may substitute for the educational requirements on a year-for-year basis.

Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements

• Registration as a Professional Engineer with the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration, OR by the technical board of another state with the ability to obtain Arizona Registration through reciprocity within 6 months of employment.
• A Certified Floodplain Manager credential from the Association of Floodplain Managers is required within 18 months of hire is required.
• Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.

Essential Functions

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Work Environment/Physical Demands

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For more information about Scottsdale, Arizona, visit our About Scottsdale site.

Benefits Highlights:

The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday
• Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month
• Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
• Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits
• City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
• Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457
• Pet Insurance
• Bilingual pay compensation

Please visit the Human Resources and Benefits Information page for more information.

Selection Process:

The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. DO NOT state “See Resume” in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process.

Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process that may include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening that may include:

• Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database
• Criminal Background screening

The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice.

PLEASE NOTE:Years of experience are based on a work schedule of 2,080 hours per year for full-time positions and 1,040 hours per year for part-time positions, and while work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis. Depending upon the job classification, education may not be substituted for work experience.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.
When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR at (480) 312-2491.

This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.

Full-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday and medical leave as well as insurance for medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance. For a more detailed overview of the employee benefits, click here .

Part-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers paid medical leave for part-time staff.

Commute Solutions Program
City of Scottsdale provides free Valley Metro Platinum passes to employees for the bus and light rail systems when commuting; a vanpool subsidy is also available. Employees can decrease stress, decrease wear & tear on their vehicle, and help the environment all at the same time.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
The City of Scottsdale is considered a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). You may find more information about the PSFL program by going to the Federal Student Aid website by clicking here .

Closing Date/Time: 11/4/2025 11:59 PM Arizona

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