Senior Civil Engineer

Salary: $124,425.60 - $151,236.80 Annually
Location : City of Reno, NV
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 556226
Department: Utility Services
Opening Date: 04/24/2026
Closing Date: 5/10/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Description
The City of Reno has an exciting career opportunity waiting for you! We are recruiting for a Senior Civil Engineer who specializes in Wastewater and Reuse for the Utility Services Department. Hiring will begin immediately following the close of this recruitment. This recruitment will also establish a list for future vacancies, which will be filled as they occur.

The ideal candidate in this position will be responsible for the capital improvement program and effluent management at the Reno Stead Water Reclamation Facility. Effluent management includes compliance with regulatory flow discharge limitations, providing wastewater reuse in the form of recycled water for non-potable uses such as parks and golf courses, and providing source water for advanced treatment. There will also be heavy involvement and coordination with facility operations. The person selected for this position will have strengths in capital improvement planning; project and staff management; permitting, design, analysis, and project delivery related to sanitary sewer treatment and recycled water systems. This person will also participate in regional effluent management and other regional sewer and water management issues, including the Advanced Purified Water Facility, and other initiatives. Additionally, this person will coordinate with staff at the City responsible for capital improvements at the Truckee Meadows Water Reclamation Facility (TMWRF), with involvement at the TMWRF as warranted.

This is both an internal and external recruitment to provide a promotional opportunity for all qualified current classified City of Reno employees and an open competitive opportunity for all other qualified applicants.

Examples of Essential Functions

• Lead, plan, train, and review the work of staff responsible for performing a variety of difficult and complex professional civil engineering functions involved in the design, construction, and investigation of capital improvement and new development projects; participate in performing the most complex work of the unit including overseeing the most complex engineering projects.
• Train assigned employees in their areas of work including engineering methods, procedures, and techniques.
• Verify the work of assigned employees for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques and compliance with applicable standards and specifications; ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures.
• Participate in the selection of assigned staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline procedures for assigned staff.
• Negotiate and administer various engineering and development contracts; implement change orders; facilitate the implementation of infrastructure improvements for new development.
• Perform various project management functions on the most complex engineering projects; select and oversee project team members; prepare and monitor budgets; prepare designs and specifications; review and track the progress and work of consultants and contractors; monitor the project schedule; administer permits; ensure compliance with specifications; prepare budget, progress and status reports; recommend modifications as necessary.
• Assess feasibility and soundness of proposed engineering tests, products, and equipment.
• Coordinate the work of various outside professionals to achieve desired project outcomes; negotiate with consultants in the planning, design, construction, and inspection of projects.
• Design and prepare contract specifications for the most complex construction of various public works and capital improvement projects; research design requirements, perform complex engineering calculations, analyze material and design data; prepare estimates of time and material costs.
• Conduct technical reviews of plans and reports for complex projects affecting City streets, sewers, drains, and related public works facilities for adequacy and conformance with applicable municipal codes and regulations; record maps with county recorder.
• Coordinate the review and processing of plans with other staff and agencies to ensure timeliness and completeness; assign tasks to subordinate staff members.
• Provide professional technical advice to City staff regarding potential strategies or preferred ways to plan capital construction projects.
• Perform field reviews of new construction to identify potential unaddressed problems; negotiate changes to plans, plats, maps, or field construction as necessary.
• Review memos and maps prior to submission to City Council.
• Create master plans for capital improvement and new development projects including planning, research, funding, and assembling professional teams.
• Prepare the most difficult and complex engineering reports, studies, and technical documentation; utilize specialized engineering applications, databases, programs, and graphics.
• Relevant to assigned area conduct various presentations for the City Council, Planning Commission and other committees.
• Represent the City at various meetings and committees regarding the implementation of assigned projects; evaluate and prioritize projects to support City and Council goals and objectives.
• Respond to questions and inquiries from the general public, property owners, developers, architects, surveyors, contractors and City staff regarding engineering and development projects; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
• Attend and participate in a professional group meetings; maintain awareness of new trends and developments in the field of engineering; research, review, update and revise existing ordinances, policies and design standards; incorporate new developments as appropriate into programs.
• Perform related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

The following minimum qualifications are required to be met at the time of application.
Education:
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering or a related field.

Experience:
Five years of increasingly responsible professional engineering experience including two years at a level comparable to an Associate Civil Engineer with the City of Reno.

License or Certificate:

• Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license.
• Possession of registration as a professional engineer and/or ability to obtain registration as a professional engineer in the appropriate discipline in the State of Nevada within six months of hire.

**Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.**
Supplemental Information
To Apply:
Please submit your completed application and all additional information/documentation requested online at www.reno.gov/jobs by May 10, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. PT. If a computer or mobile device is not available to you, suggested locations to complete an online application submittal include: the City of Reno City Hall 2nd floor computer kiosk or Civil Service Office, any Nevada Job Connect location, local libraries, or educational facilities.
If you are having difficulty logging into your profile, please call the applicant support line at 855-524-5627.
Application Preparation:
A complete application is required, including detailed work experience and education. Résumés may be submitted as supplemental information but will not be reviewed when determining minimum qualifications.
Examination Process:Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and pass the examination for this position to be eligible for hire. The examination will consist of online assessments consisting of an Employee Personality Profile and Emotional Intelligence Assessment; along with a Training and Experience evaluation (T&E) weighted as follows:

• Training & Experience Evaluation (T&E) = 100%
• Employee Personality Profile = Informational purposes only
• Emotional Intelligence Assessment = Informational purposes only

Online Assessment Details:
Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the online assessments once the recruitment has closed. These tests will be self-administered with no proctor, which means candidates will be able to complete them online at their convenience during the designated testing window.
The instructions and guidelines will be emailed to qualified applicants after the recruitment closes on May 10, 2026. Please make sure to check for emails around this time, including your spam folder so that you do not miss this testing opportunity. All assessments must be completed within the designated testing window to move forward in the hiring process.
Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E) Details:
The T&E examination consists of a Supplemental Questionnaire. The questions may be viewed online under the tab marked "QUESTIONS" on the job announcement page. The T&E must be submitted online at the time of application.

• Responses to your T&E questions should be consistent with the information given in your application details. Answers are subject to verification.
• Failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score; therefore, it is advantageous for you to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question.
• In order to receive credit for education or training, you must attach copies of your transcripts, diploma, or relevant certificates to your online application.
• Resumes or questionnaires uploaded as attachments to the application will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question online.
• "See Resume" or "See above," etc., are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.
• Changes or corrections to your responses cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted.
• TIP: It may be more efficient to develop your responses in a word processing document and then paste them into the online questionnaire to be submitted.

Notification:
Applicants are notified by email of their examination results. Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications will also be notified within two weeks of the job posting closing.
We highly recommend opting in to receive text message notifications. Follow-up text messages may include updates about your application, next steps, and interviews. If you haven't opted in before, the option will appear before you submit your application. If you've previously opted in or out, you can update your choice anytime in account settings in your profile.
Testing Accommodation:
We strive to ensure equal access for all individuals. If you require an accommodation due to a disability, you must inform the Chief Examiner by completing the by the closing date of this announcement. All requests will be handled with confidentiality and respect.
Contact Information:
Reports (Rule XV, Section 2)
Applicants are responsible for keeping the Reno Civil Service Commission informed of their current contact information including phone number, email, and mailing address.
Employee/Veteran Preference in the Event of Tie Scores:
Open Competitive Examination (Rule VII, Section 7):
In the event of tie scores, candidates will be provided a rank preference in the following order:

1. City of Reno classified employees who are veterans
2. City of Reno classified employees who are not veterans
3. City of Reno non-classified employees and external candidates who are veterans

This preference is only used to break ties. Proof of honorable discharge must be submitted with the application.
Promotional Examinations (Rule VIII, Section 7):
If two or more employees earn the same final score (including seniority points), veterans' preference will be applied if any of the tied employees have submitted proof of an honorable military discharge. This preference is only used to break ties. If a tie still remains, it will be broken based on seniority in the current classification. Proof of honorable discharge must be submitted with the application.
Seniority Points:
Seniority Credit (Rule VIII, Section 9):
Classified employees of the City of Reno shall receive seniority credit computed by adding to a passing score as follows:

The final ranking will include the applicable seniority points added to the overall grade of the examination process. For each full year of continuous service completed, 0.2 points will be added up to a maximum of ten (10) years... 2 points will be the maximum.
Appointment and Certification:
Appointments to positions in the City's Civil Service system are made on the basis of examination. Scores resulting from a competitive examination are used in determining a person's rank on an eligible register. The department may hire any of the persons referred. The names of those persons not hired may be considered when the next vacancy occurs, for as long as that register is viable.
Probationary Period:
Certification of Eligibles, Appointments, and Probation (Rule VII, Section 12)
Classified employees who are newly hired, promoted, reclassified, transferred, or who voluntarily demote to a lower position are subject to a probation period.

The only exception is if an employee chooses to voluntarily demote back to the exact job they previously held within 24 months of being promoted.
Questions and Updates:
Questions about the information on this announcement and updates to application information should be directed to Civil Service at (775) 334-2223 or
The City of Reno is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, assignment, training, compensation, promotion, retention, and disciplinary decisions will be made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association, or any other protected class status applicable under federal or state law or City Charter.
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01

Minimum Qualification Review

The following questions are a required part of your application for this position. Your answers will be used to assist the Civil Service Commission in evaluating your related work experience and education to determine that you meet the minimum qualifications for this position as listed on the job posting.

All information provided in your answers must be included for verification in the work experience section of your application and may be substantiated further by the City of Reno. Failure to provide a truthful response to all questions will be grounds for disqualification and you will not be considered further in the hiring process for this position.

By checking "I understand", you certify that you have read and agree to the above statement.

• I understand

02

Are you a current classified City of Reno employee?

• Yes
• No

03

Which of the following best describes your highest level of qualifying education?

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a related field, i.e. other fields of engineering or environmental sciences
• Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering
• Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university with major course work in a related field, i.e. other fields of engineering or environmental sciences
• None of the above

04

In order for your education to be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications and/or to get credit for your education as part of the assessment process, you must attach a copy of your diploma or unofficial transcripts to your application.

Applications submitted without this required documentation will still be considered but without regard to attained education and may be rejected if the required relevant work experience is not apparent.

Have you attached verifiable documentation in the form of a college diploma or unofficial transcripts to your application?

• Yes
• No

05

Only answer this question if your course work is in another closely related field to this position.

How has your course work prepared you to perform the work of this position?
06

Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

07

Which of the following best describes your Professional Engineering registration?

• I currently possess registration as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Civil Engineering in the State of Nevada
• I currently possess registration as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Civil Engineering in a state other than Nevada but can obtain reciprocity in the State of Nevada within six months of hire
• None of the above

08

If applicable, provide your P.E. registration number, the state of issue, and name under which you are registered.
09

Which of the following best describes your qualifying paid work experience?

• I do not have any professional engineering work experience.
• I have less than 5 years of increasingly responsible professional engineering work experience.
• I have 5 years or more of increasingly responsible professional engineering work experience but less than 2 years at an associate engineering level.
• I have 5 years or more of increasingly responsible professional engineering work experience which includes at least 2 years or more at an associate engineering level.

10

Provide a list of employers where you gained your qualifying paid work experience from the work experience section of your application. Include the name of the employer, your title, the amount of time you worked in the position (full-time equivalent), the work you performed and your level of responsibility.

This information must be provided in order to continue in the screening process, "See Resume" or "See Application" as a response may be grounds for disqualification.
11

Training and Experience Evaluation

The following section of the Supplemental Questionnaire is part of the Civil Service test for this position and must be completed online at the time of application. Questionnaires submitted as an attachment to the online application will not be considered. In order to receive every consideration in the selection process, you must complete all questions with concise but detailed answers and provide all requested information. All responses must be verified by the applicant in the work experience section of this application.

Failure to provide adequate responses to the following questions may result in lower scores or disqualification from the selection process.

Do you certify that all information provided in the Supplemental Questionnaire is true and correct to the best of yourknowledge?

• Yes
• No

12

How long have you been working at the P.E. level since obtaining your P.E. certification?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 year but less than 2 years
• 2 years but less than 3 years
• 3 years but less than 5 years
• 5 years but less than 10 years
• 10 years or more
• None of the above

13

Select all of the areas in which you have at least one year of full-time equivalent professional engineering experience relevant to civil engineering, design and/or review.

• Sanitary Sewer Treatment
• Recycled Water Systems
• Easements and Abandonments
• Public Works and Capital Improvement Projects
• Sanitary Sewer Collection Systems
• None of the above

14

Select all of the areas in which you have at least one year of full-time equivalent professional engineering relevant to sanitary sewer conveyance, sanitary sewer treatment facilities, and water utilities within public right-of-way.

• Construction Oversight
• Inspections and Testing
• Specifications
• None of the above

15

Select all of the areas in which you have at least one year of full-time equivalent professional engineering experience relevant to project management.

• Leading oral presentations to boards and commissions
• Coordinating the work of consultants
• Negotiating with consultants, developers, property owners, etc. in the planning, design, construction and inspection of projects
• Performing conflict resolution
• Writing complex technical reports
• None of the above

16

Select all of the areas in which you have at least six months of full-time equivalent professional engineering experience relevant to supervisory responsibilities.

• Candidate interviews and hiring decisions
• Review and approval of work assignments
• Work prioritization and delegation of projects
• Performance appraisals
• Employee discipline including termination recommendations
• None of the above

17

Select all of the areas in which you have at least six months of full-time equivalent professional engineering experience.

• Wastewater, Reuse, and/or Water Infrastructure Construction Design/Permitting
• Wastewater, Reuse, and/or Water Infrastructure Construction Inspection
• Preparing Design Drawings and Reports
• None of the above

18

Instructions

Answer the next three questions by identifying your level of proficiency in each of the computer programs or systems.

Basic proficiency = understanding and utilizing the most common elements associated with the program, mostly used for personal or educational purposes. Not used to complete professional level projects as part of my paid work experience.

Intermediate proficiency = Includes a moderate amount of professional use and moderate amount of understanding of the more advanced features and operations.

Advanced proficiency = Includes extensive use professionally and the ability to use most of the features and operations to their fullest capacity.

Do not understate or overstate your level of proficiency. Your answers may be confirmed during the interview process and candidates found to have misrepresented their abilities will be disqualified from the hiring process.

• I understand

19

AutoCAD or related drafting software

• Basic
• Intermediate
• Advanced
• None

20

GIS System(s)

• Basic
• Intermediate
• Advanced
• None

21

Hydraulic modeling software

• Basic
• Intermediate
• Advanced
• None

22

Provide responses below for two (2) projects that exemplify your experience and qualifications for this position. Your response must include all information requested below. Failure to provide a concise but complete answer will result in a lower score.
Include the following information:
(A.) A brief description of the project - such as wastewater treatment, water treatment, pipeline and conveyance, wastewater reuse, sewer, pump stations, site plans, water quality, etc.
(B.) The approximate dates of the project.
(C.) What your role was in the project, including your title, name of organization with you were employed, your supervisor's name and title, and the number of employees involved in the project.
(D.) Number of employees you supervised.
(E.) Tasks you were responsible for performing, overseeing or coordinating.
(F.) Your involvement with public relations/citizen feedback during the project.

23

Describe a recommendation you made to improve a process, update a policy/procedure or to a civil engineering project. Include specific information about the recommendation, how you went about gathering information to support it, and the final outcome.
Required Question