Salary : $88,247.49 - $132,371.24 Annually
Location : Monroe, NC
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 491012
Department: Planning
Opening Date: 07/02/2026
Closing Date: 7/8/2026 11:00 PM Eastern

General Statement
The Storm Water Engineer, under general supervision, performs professional and technical civil engineering work in the review of development plans and inspection for compliance with stormwater, floodplain, and land disturbing regulations. Work also involves responding to drainage complaints from citizens and informing the public about County policies and procedures related to stormwater and floodplain management and land disturbing activities. Employee must exercise tact and courtesy in contact with developers, consultants, contractors, property owners, the general public, and other county staff.

Essential Functions
Reviews development plans, hydrologic and hydraulic models, technical reports, regulations, master plans, etc.

Inspects project sites for compliance with project specifications, schedules and/or applicable regulations.

Reviews and comments on developer applications for final map approvals and bond estimates.

Acts as the floodplain administrator for Union County. Responsibilities include verifying that structures meet local and federal floodplain requirements, verifying that developments are built to minimize flood damage, and reporting activity to state and federal authorities.

Analyzes feasible solutions to flooding, erosion, and water quality and quantity problems.

Makes recommendations and provides technical assistance to county staff and the general public regarding stormwater and floodplain management.

Coordinates with other professional and technical personnel in respect to land development plan review.

Exercises initiative in developing work methods and makes decisions with a high degree of accountability.

Evaluates citizen drainage complaints for issues that may constitute ordinance violations and makes recommendations to the zoning administrator for the issuance of violations as required.

Supports county's efforts to comply with requirements of local, state, federal, and environmental agencies.

Prepares and/or processes correspondence, technical reports, engineering drawings, etc.

Reviews records, documents, charts, graphs, etc. such as stormwater management plans, contract proposals, computer models, citizen feedback, floodway/floodplain data, professional resources, NCDOT manuals, etc.

Prepares and/or evaluates records, charts, graphs, etc. such as stormwater management plans and/or proposed regulations, computer modeling, summary reports and updates, citizen responses, educational material for the public, etc.

Enters and retrieves computer data; uses computerized county's Geographic Information System (GIS) and other computer programs to support department functions. Prepares computer reports as needed.

Refers to manuals, texts, drawings, documentations, etc., such as stormwater management plans, topographical maps, computer models, technology updates, floodway/floodplain data, NC Agency regulations and manuals.

Operates a variety of equipment such as computers, printers, calculators, telephones, GIS tables, drafting equipment, engineering supplies, etc.

Utilizes tools such as water flow meters, various gauges used in stormwater collection, etc.

Makes recommendations and assists in the development of ordinance revisions for state and federal compliance, and/or in response to board, staff and citizens' requests.

Stays abreast and keeps informed of the recent advances in engineering practices / construction methods / practices for stormwater control and floodplains; attends seminars, conferences, workshops, classes, lectures, etc., for information and professional development.

Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the County Manager, Public Works Director, Planning Director, other county department heads and employees, city and town officials, State and Federal agencies, consultants, developers, contractors, and citizens using tact and courtesy.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university in Civil Engineering, and five (5) years of experience in professional civil engineering work with emphasis on stormwater management and design, including experience in the use of GIS applications and hydrologic/hydraulic analysis; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Licenses or Certifications:

Must have a valid Driver's License and be able to maintain a safe driving history as defined by the Union County Vehicle Use Policy.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university in Civil Engineering, and five (5) years of experience in professional civil engineering work with emphasis on stormwater management and design, including experience in the use of GIS applications and hydrologic/hydraulic analysis; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Licenses or Certifications:

Must have a valid Driver's License and be able to maintain a safe driving history as defined by the Union County Vehicle Use Policy.
Registration as a North Carolina Professional Engineer preferred.
Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) preferred.
Supplemental Information
PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle and a variety of office machines including computers, calculators, copiers, facsimile machines, printers, etc. Tasks involve the ability to exert moderate, though not constant physical effort, typically involving some combination of walking, climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds).
WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a safe and secure work environment that may periodically have unpredicted requirements or demands.
INSURANCE PROGRAMS

HEALTH INSURANCE

All full-time employees and their eligible dependents can participate on the first day of the first full month of employment. You must sign up for coverage within your first 30 days of employment or wait until the annual enrollment period. Preventative Care Coverage Prescription Coverage

Health & Wellness Center available exclusively to Union County employees, spouses and dependents covered under the health plan.

DENTAL INSURANCE

All full-time employees and their eligible dependents can participate on the first day of the first full month of employment. You must sign up for coverage within your first 30 days of employment or wait until the annual enrollment period.

LIFE INSURANCE

Basic Term life Insurance in the amount of one times the annual salary is provided for all full-time and benefitted part-time employees. Additional coverage for Life Insurance (Accident, Cancer, Long Term and Short Term) is available for purchase through payroll deduction for the employee and eligible dependents.

FINANCIAL PROGRAMS

RETIREMENT

Membership in the North Carolina Local Government Employees Retirement System is a requirement for all full-time and benefitted part-time employees. Employees contribute six percent (6%) of their annual compensation before it is taxed. If you leave County service before retirement, you may withdraw your retirement contributions or elect to freeze your contributions in anticipation of future local government employment. If you have five (5) years of service, you are 100% vested in the NCLGERS.

NC401(k)

The NC401(k) supplemental retirement program is available to full-time and benefitted part-time employees. The County establishes this 401(k) account for each eligible employee and makes a five percent (5%) contribution based on biweekly earnings. Employees may elect to make voluntary contributions through payroll deduction.

457 DEFERRED COMPENSATION

The 457 Deferred Compensation program is available to all employees through payroll deduction. Deferred compensation is a voluntary investment plan to supplement retirement income and to defer taxable income.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS

Options are available to regular full-time and benefitted part-time employees who wish to use pre-tax dollars for eligible medical, pharmacy, dental, vision, and daycare expenses. The Flex Debit Card program gives you instant access to your account funds.

Health Care Spending Account -- Section 125 of the IRS Code allows yearly voluntary enrollment to set aside pre-tax dollars for eligible health care expenses.

Dependent Care Spending Account -- Section 125 of the IRS Code allows yearly voluntary enrollment to set aside pre-tax dollars for eligible dependent care expenses.

DIRECT DEPOSIT

Deposit of your paycheck will be made to checking or savings accounts in a bank of your choice.

TRUIST
No Overdraft Fees
$100 Negative Balance Buffer
Online and Mobile Banking with Bill Pay

LEAVE PROGRAMS

VACATION LEAVE

Vacation leave is accrued based on creditable years of service in the Local Government Employees Retirement System.

SICK LEAVE

For full-time County employees, sick leave accrues at eight (8.0) hours per month. Benefitted part-time employees accrue prorated sick leave based on a percentage of the full-time rate. Your unused sick leave balance can be applied as creditable service toward a service retirement under the guidelines of the NCLGERS.

SICK LEAVE TRANSFER FROM OTHER AGENCIES

Unused sick leave earned from another North Carolina Governmental Agency and/or entity, will be accepted and transferred to the County as follows: twelve (12) sick leave days will be transferred and added to the employees active sick leave balance after completion of six (6) months of employment. The remaining balance of sick leave documented for transfer at the time of employment will be recorded in the employees permanent personnel file. On the fifth anniversary of employment with the County, the remaining balance of transferred sick leave will be added to the employees active sick leave balance.

HOLIDAYS

There are 13 County recognized holidays (includes 3 days for Christmas) per year with 1 floating holiday available.

MILITARY LEAVE

Annual Training - 10 paid workdays granted.

CIVIL LEAVE

Paid leave is provided to full-time or regular part-time County employees called for jury duty or as a witness of the court for the federal or state government, or a subdivision thereof.

FAMILY & MEDICAL LEAVE ACT

Federal law provides job protection and continuation of existing paid health insurance during 12 weeks of leave, paid or unpaid, to an eligible employee for qualifying events. These events can include birth or adoption, and serious illness of an immediate family member, or of the employee.

PAID PARENTAL LEAVE

Parental Leave provides the employee paid leave for the first eight weeks of approved FML for the birth of a son or daughter, or placement with the employee of a son or daughter for adoption or foster care.

ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE

Educational Leave is available to regular full-time and benefitted part-time employees when participating in a job-related, short course, such as an update, not to exceed ten (10) consecutive working days.

VOLUNTEER TIME OFF

Volunteer Time Off will provide employees with 16 hours of paid time per calendar year to volunteer at approved Union County community partner agencies.
OTHER PROGRAMS

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

The Employee Assistance Program is open to all employees and their dependents. It is a confidential service provided at no cost to the employees of the County. EAP provides certified counselors who administer assessment and brief therapy to employees who want help with a variety of personal and work-related issues such as stress, parenting concerns, grief, alcohol/drug use, family problems, financial concerns, and work-related problems.

AQUATIC AND FITNESS CENTER

We believe that staying healthy is more than just exercising regularly and eating well. Individual and family discount membership and monthly dues are available to full-time and benefitted part-time employees through payroll deduction.

NATIONAL COLLEGE SAVINGS PROGRAM

The National College Savings Program is open to all employees. The Program is designed to provide certain tax advantages, encourage and facilitate saving to pay the costs of attending eligible institutions.
01

Do you have a valid driver's license and clean driving record?

• Yes
• No

02

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

• Yes
• No

03

Are you a licensed Professional Engineer?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have at least five (5) years of experience in professional civil engineering work?

• Yes
• No

05

Please describe your experience in stormwater management and design, including experience in the use of GIS applications and hydrologic/hydraulic analysis.
06

Are you a Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM)?

• Yes
• No

Required Question