Principal Engineering Technician - Planning & Development

The Planning and Development Department (PDD) is a city department of over 500 employees comprised of the following sections Zoning, Planning, Historic Preservation, Property Records, Management Services, and administrative sections. PDD guides the physical development of the city by preserving our historic sites, planning what can be built where, and ensuring safe construction of buildings and infrastructure. A host of advisory and governing bodies of residents, as well as elected officials, provide oversight as the city grows, and needs arise. The process is governed through the development and enforcement of city codes and ordinances.

The Planning & Development Department has a Principal Engineering Technician (PET) vacancy in the Site Development's Stormwater Post-Construction Program (SPCP). The SPCP assists in the implementation and management of the City of Phoenix's Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit in conjunction with other City departments. Specifically, the SPCP is responsible for the inventory, inspection, tracking, and enforcement of projects that qualify for inclusion in the program.

This position performs difficult, complex, and technical paraprofessional engineering duties and advises firms engaged in various technical engineering reviews. Responsibilities include reviewing plans regarding grading and drainage, paving, and stormwater, in accordance with department policy. Work is performed under the supervision of a Program Manager.

The PET will conduct report audits and field inspections of post-construction features at public and private development and redevelopment projects.

• Excellent customer service skills with a willingness to assist the public daily.
• Ability to compile, compare, and analyze data.
• Proficient in computer programs, including Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, and other programs.
• Knowledgeable about stormwater compliance, permitting, and regulatory enforcement.

Pay Range: $61,526.40 to $110,510.40 annually.

Hiring Range: $61,526.40 to $100,235.20 annually.

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A comprehensive benefits package is offered which includes:

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• 401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions
• Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans
• Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan
• Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually
• Dental, vision, and life insurance options
• Employer paid long-term disability
• Free Bus/light rail pass
• Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year
• Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days
• Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period
• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi

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• Six years of experience in paraprofessional engineering work, including three years of paraprofessional civil engineering experience or one year of experience at the level of Chief Engineering Technician, or Chief Drafting Technician.
• Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted
• All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position.
• Some positions require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record. Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee is not authorized to drive a City vehicle or if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage.
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The minimum qualifications listed above, plus:

• Experience in the use of a Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS) including but not limited to KIVA, SHAPEPhx, On-Base, and/or ProjectDox.
• Experience with Inspection and field work in a variety of environmental extremes such as heat, cold, rain, air pollution, untreated water and wastewater, and dust.
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related engineering degree.
• Computer experience including Microsoft Office, Outlook, and other programs.
• Civil Plan Review experience.
• Review or design experience in grading and drainage.
• Experience with City Code and Zoning guidelines.
• Experience GIS systems and ability to read paper maps.
• Experience compiling and analyzing data.
• Experience providing customer services to the development community and the general public.

Recruitment closes October 23, 2025. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date.

This is a position-based recruitment and will not result in any ongoing eligibility list. This recruitment and any selection processes resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill other related vacancies within the organization now or in the near future.

Apply online by completing the required information and attaching, as one document, your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. Only the highest qualified may be posted to the eligible to hire list. The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address.

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