Job Description Summary Department - Health
Job Description REVISED OPEN UNTIL FILLED Job Type: Classified Job Classification: 5261 - Data Engineer II Salary Grade: 16 Pay Range Hiring Range: $75,816 - $90,979 Annually Pay Range: $75,816 - $106,163 Annually Range Explanation: - Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.
- Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.
The first review of applications will be on 05/09/2025. The Data Engineer II will play a key role in the Health Department's Data Modernization initiative and will report to the Information Technology (IT) department. This position is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining robust data infrastructure and pipelines, as well as developing interactive, visually informative dashboards to support public health data modernization. The ideal candidate will have experience integrating, cleaning, and standardizing data from multiple sources to improve surveillance, reporting, and evidence-based decision-making. This role requires close collaboration with epidemiologists, program staff, IT, and external partners to ensure the delivery of reliable, secure, and accessible data systems that meet evolving public health needs.
This is a grant-funded position ending November 30, 2027. This is an in-office position located in Tucson, AZ, and cannot be remote. Essential Functions: As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department's need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.
- Plans, develops and maintains relational databases over a variety of database platforms;
- Participates in the development of database requirements and design specifications;
- Models database systems, transforms database models and entities into database objects, implements database changes based on application development or enhancements;
- Installs database management systems (DBMS) software, application software and other software related to DBMS administration;
- Monitors and administers DBMS security using appropriate protocols;
- Conducts system administration of database servers to function optimally with the DBMS;
- Writes and maintains database documentation appropriate to area of assignment;
- Monitors storage, archiving, backup and recovery procedures to ensure functionality and operability, as well as conducting capacity planning;
- Develops custom or ad hoc reports using industry standard tools;
- Responsible for other duties as assigned in support of the overall goals and functions of both the Human Resources Department and Pima County.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college, university, or technical trade school with a major in computer science, computer engineering, management information systems (MIS), or a closely related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment, AND four years of work experience in software development and maintenance, AND two years of work experience in the development and maintenance of database systems.
(Experience requirements may be achieved concurrently.) OR: Associate's degree from an accredited college, university, or technical trade school AND six years of work experience in information technology software development and maintenance, AND two years of work experience in the development and maintenance of database systems.
(Experience requirements may be achieved concurrently.) OR: Three years of experience with Pima County in a Data Engineer I position or closely related classification as determined by the department head. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write see resume on your application.
Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):
- Master's degree in computer science, data engineering, information systems, or a related field.
- Experience with SQL, Python, or R for data manipulation and transformation.
- Experience with/knowledge in ETL tools (e.g., Qlik, SSIS) and data warehousing platforms (e.g., Snowflake, Azure).
- Experience with data visualization and dashboard development using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms.
- Experience with/knowledge of informatics health systems (e.g., electronic health records, surveillance systems, or public health registries).
SELECTION PROCEDURE: Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.
Supplemental Information: Licenses and Certificates:
Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid
AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant's suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services' review and approval of the candidate's driving record. Some positions may require appropriate licenses or certifications at the time of appointment or within a specified timeframe, e.g., Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS). Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position. Working Conditions: Working conditions will be determined by position. EEO Information:
Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.
