What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Engineer I or II position at City of Ames, Iowa?
SALARY
See Position Description
LOCATION
50010, IA
::: {aria-label="Job Type"}
JOB TYPE
:::
Full-Time
JOB NUMBER
25-5305/06-02
DEPARTMENT
Water and Pollution Control
OPENING DATE
09/15/2025
CLOSING DATE
10/15/2025 12:00 PM Central
FLSA
Exempt
BARGAINING UNIT
MERIT
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT?
No
Centrally located in the heart of Iowa, Ames is a vibrant, progressive community with more than 66,000 residents providing an excellent quality of life. Home to Iowa State University, Ames offers year-round recreation opportunities, diverse cultural offerings, a stable economy, safe neighborhoods, and a high-achieving school district.
## General Information
https://www.youtube.com/embed/97rsAGfo1eQ?andwmode=opaqueandrel=0
The City of Ames is accepting applications for qualified candidates to fill at least one Environmental Engineer vacancy with the Water and Pollution Control Department. Actual classifications as Environmental Engineer I or II will depend on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. There may be a Civil Service list established for the classification of Environmental Engineer I and the list will be valid for up to one year from the date of certification by the Ames Civil Service Commission, which may be used to fill this vacancy. In addition, City of Ames Civil Service employees who have previously held Civil Service status in the Environmental Engineer I classification and are interested in voluntarily demoting or laterally transferring into the current vacancy must submit their application by the deadline.
Either position performs environmental/civil engineering duties related to the City's water and wastewater treatment plant facilities and performs related work as required. (The Environmental Engineer I would be performing under general supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer.)
***In order to be considered for this position, all applicants must submit their online application by the deadline listed on this posting. Your application includes complete responses to the supplemental questions. Please keep in mind that submission of a resume in lieu of work history on your application or answering the supplemental questions is not sufficient.***
Compensation Philosophy
The City of Ames has a compensation philosophy for our merit salary ranges that provides growth for employees as they gain experience and expertise in their roles. The minimum pay of each range is intended to reflect an employee's qualifications that meet the position's minimum requirements. The median of any range is for an employee who can reasonably meet all expectations of the position responsibilities without initial or extensive training. The City may consider a candidate's education, experience, and skills that are above the minimum requirements when considering a salary closer to themedian.
**Benefits**
Our comprehensive benefits package can be viewed at:City of Ames Benefits
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please visit:
PSLF Program
# Examples of Essential Job Functions
Environmental Engineer I Job Functions
Conducts studies of plant operations to improve performance and cost efficiency; prepares engineering designs, plans and specifications on assigned projects for review and certification by a licensed Professional Engineer including minor plant equipment replacement, piping changes, wells, meter pits, sludge lagoon, and other related improvements; completes basic engineering studies and prepares reports; conducts construction inspections; approves contractors bills for payment; completes studies related to present and potential water supply sources; co
See Position Description
LOCATION
50010, IA
::: {aria-label="Job Type"}
JOB TYPE
:::
Full-Time
JOB NUMBER
25-5305/06-02
DEPARTMENT
Water and Pollution Control
OPENING DATE
09/15/2025
CLOSING DATE
10/15/2025 12:00 PM Central
FLSA
Exempt
BARGAINING UNIT
MERIT
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT?
No
Centrally located in the heart of Iowa, Ames is a vibrant, progressive community with more than 66,000 residents providing an excellent quality of life. Home to Iowa State University, Ames offers year-round recreation opportunities, diverse cultural offerings, a stable economy, safe neighborhoods, and a high-achieving school district.
## General Information
https://www.youtube.com/embed/97rsAGfo1eQ?andwmode=opaqueandrel=0
The City of Ames is accepting applications for qualified candidates to fill at least one Environmental Engineer vacancy with the Water and Pollution Control Department. Actual classifications as Environmental Engineer I or II will depend on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. There may be a Civil Service list established for the classification of Environmental Engineer I and the list will be valid for up to one year from the date of certification by the Ames Civil Service Commission, which may be used to fill this vacancy. In addition, City of Ames Civil Service employees who have previously held Civil Service status in the Environmental Engineer I classification and are interested in voluntarily demoting or laterally transferring into the current vacancy must submit their application by the deadline.
Either position performs environmental/civil engineering duties related to the City's water and wastewater treatment plant facilities and performs related work as required. (The Environmental Engineer I would be performing under general supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer.)
***In order to be considered for this position, all applicants must submit their online application by the deadline listed on this posting. Your application includes complete responses to the supplemental questions. Please keep in mind that submission of a resume in lieu of work history on your application or answering the supplemental questions is not sufficient.***
Compensation Philosophy
The City of Ames has a compensation philosophy for our merit salary ranges that provides growth for employees as they gain experience and expertise in their roles. The minimum pay of each range is intended to reflect an employee's qualifications that meet the position's minimum requirements. The median of any range is for an employee who can reasonably meet all expectations of the position responsibilities without initial or extensive training. The City may consider a candidate's education, experience, and skills that are above the minimum requirements when considering a salary closer to themedian.
- Environmental Engineer I (EIT level position) salary range is $74,506 - $108,926, median is $91,716.
**Benefits**
Our comprehensive benefits package can be viewed at:City of Ames Benefits
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please visit:
PSLF Program
# Examples of Essential Job Functions
Environmental Engineer I Job Functions
Conducts studies of plant operations to improve performance and cost efficiency; prepares engineering designs, plans and specifications on assigned projects for review and certification by a licensed Professional Engineer including minor plant equipment replacement, piping changes, wells, meter pits, sludge lagoon, and other related improvements; completes basic engineering studies and prepares reports; conducts construction inspections; approves contractors bills for payment; completes studies related to present and potential water supply sources; co
Salary : $74,506 - $133,646
