Civil Engineer I or II - Public Works (Prescott)

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Prescott, AZ
Job Type: Full Time - Exempt
Job Number:
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 09/03/2026
Closing Date: 9/17/2026 5:00 PM Arizona

Role
The Yavapai County Public Works Department is seeking a dedicated Civil Engineer I or II (depending on experience) to join our team and grow with us in a rewarding public service career. This position provides the opportunity to apply your civil engineering skills to the planning, design, and construction of vital infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, drainage systems, and other public works improvements that serve our communities.

Ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in civil engineering and professional experience in civil engineering - preferably in public works or infrastructure projects. They will bring knowledge of roadway, bridge, and drainage design, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while building a long-term career in public service.
See complete for Civil Engineer I
See complete for Civil Engineer II

Salary range for Civil Engineer I: $74,111.36 to $114,872.61
Salary range for Civil Engineer II: $81,707.77 to $126,647.05
Major Duties, Responsibilities

Civil Engineer I:

• Assists in professional engineering design on roads, bridges, drainage, airports and other County improvement projects.
• Uses engineering design software including AutoCAD Civil 3D and GIS to do engineering analysis; assists in preparing construction plans and exhibits; and assists in creating engineering related specifications, reports, and studies.
• Conducts field visits during and/or prior to design projects, to perform site measurements and to identify design needs and constrains.
• Performs field inspections related to design projects to assure compliance with plans and specifications.
• Works with survey and right-of-way staff as needed to support project design.
• Works with the County's pavement management system to update and maintain its dataset.
• Coordinates with other government, utilities and private entities as needed on specific projects involving development impacting public right-of-way and in support of other County interests.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Civil Engineer II:

• Works under the direction of and with other Engineering and Construction staff to perform professional engineering design on roads, bridges, drainage, airports and other County improvement projects.
• Uses engineering design software including AutoCAD Civil 3D and ArcGIS to perform engineering analyses, prepares construction plans and exhibits, and creates engineering related specifications, reports, and studies.
• Performs technical review on engineering reports, studies, plans and specifications produced by other Engineers or outside consultants.
• Conducts field visits during and/or prior to design projects and performs site measurements to identify design needs and constraints.
• Performs field visits during project construction to provide engineering support.
• Works with survey and right-of-way staff as needed to support project design.
• Works with County's pavement management system to extracts information for project designs, run analyses, and recommend future improvements.
• Represents Public Works Department in working with other government, utilities and private entities as needed on specific projects involving development impacting public right-of-way and in support of other County interests.
• Mentors and assists the Civil Engineer I.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Civil Engineer I:

Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.

Experience:
Some professional work experiences in Civil Engineering or related field is preferred.
Additional Requirements:
Must have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and must possess an Engineer In-Training Certification within six (6) months of hire.
Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license.

Civil Engineer II:

Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.

Experience:
A minimum of three (3) years of experience in Civil Engineering or related field

An equivalent combination of directly related work experience and education may substitute for the degree requirement on a year-per-year basis.

Additional Requirements:

Must be registered in the State of Arizona as a Professional Engineer with proficiency in Civil Engineering.

Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Yavapai County Government offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to
Full-Time employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes but is not limited to:
• 10 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Annual Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Retirement Plans
• Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

ELECTIVE COVERAGE
• 457 Deferred Compensation Program
• Dependent Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)

PLEASE NOTE
• Part-Time, Temporary and Seasonal employees accrue Sick Leave based on hours worked.
• Part-Time employees have limited benefits available.
• Temporary and Seasonal employees are not eligible to accrue Annual Leave.
01

Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field?

• Yes
• No
• I have an equivalent combination of directly related work experience and education to substitute for the degree requirement on a year-per-year basis.

02

Do you have any professional work experience in Civil Engineering or related field?

• Yes
• No

03

Please briefly describe your professional work experience and years of experience below.
04

You must have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and must possess an Engineer In-Training Certification within six (6) months of hire or are currently registered in the State of Arizona as a Professional Engineer with proficiency in Civil Engineering.

• I acknowledge my understanding of this requirement.

Required Question