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Position Overview The City of Henderson announces an examination to create an eligibility list and to fill one (1) vacancy for the classification of Utility Services Senior Electrical Engineer in the Department of Utility Services. The eligibility list may be utilized to fill vacancies for this classification for up to one (1) year. Under general supervision, plans, coordinates, and performs professional electrical engineering activities relating to water, wastewater, and reclaimed water infrastructure and the development and maintenance of the energy management program for Department of Utility Services; and performs related duties as assigned.

Salary and Benefits Competitive Salary Range of $102,942.42 - $154,413.62 annually; salary placement for non-represented positions is based on a comprehensive compensation review and takes into consideration the candidate's qualifications as well as internal equity Base Wage increase upon successful completion of Initial Probationary or Qualifying Period** Annual Pay Adjustment Increase or Lump Sum Bonus** Contingent upon the City's financial health and subject to availability of funds as determined by the City (subject to change)** **Click here to View the City's Non-Represented Compensation Policy Work-Life Balance The expected schedule for this position is Monday - Thursday, standard day shift hours will be determined by supervisor (4 day work week) This position may be eligible for remote work up to two days per week; at least 50% of work time must be spent in-person onsite Work schedules and remote work opportunities are subject to change This option for remote work is only available for incumbents who have completed their probation or qualifying period Paid Leave and Holidays Leave and Holidays Policy Family and Medical Leave and Extended Leave Policy Comprehensive benefits package*** for all full-time, regular non-represented employees including: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Long Term Disability (LTD) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Policy Retirement Benefits Nevada PERS (Public Employees' Retirement System) Retirement Health Savings (RHS) Account Deferred Compensation - 457(b) and 401(a) Plans Voluntary Benefits: Pet Insurance, Auto/Home Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, 529 College Savings Plan Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PLSF) through the Federal Government Tuition and Certification Reimbursement Program, and much more. ***Click here to review all City Employee Benefits Click here to familiarize yourself with the job and its physical requirements. Click here to learn more about the Utility Services Department

Click here to see what it's like to live in/visit Henderson. Click here to visit our Candidate Success page. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field Six (6) years of progressively responsible professional electrical engineering experience with direct experience supporting industrial, municipal utility, water, wastewater, reclaimed water, pumping, or treatment plant electrical systems Two (2) years of lead, supervisory, project management, or responsible-charge experience on electrical infrastructure projects Note: An equivalent combination of related education, experience, and training may be considered Possess and maintain a valid Nevada or "border state" driver's license, as defined by NRS 483 Possession and maintenance of registration as a Professional Electrical Engineer with the State of Nevada OR the ability to obtain through reciprocity within the first six (6) months of employment if incumbent possesses registration as a Professional Electrical Engineer in another state Required Documents/Assessment Information DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION: 1) Completed Employment Application 2) Copy of valid registration as a Professional Electrical Engineer with the State of Nevada or another state* 3) Supplemental Questionnaire - Your responses to these questions will be read and scored by Subject Matter Experts and will determine your placement on the eligibility list for this classification.

*Please attach your documents to the "Attachments" section of your application, click here for attachment instructions. ASSESSMENT DATES: Scored Supplemental Question Assessment* (Weighted 100%) (Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for this classification) *The Scored Supplemental Question Assessment will be the only scored examination and is weighed 100% for placement on an eligibility list. Candidates must receive at least 70% (or higher) on their Scored Supplemental Question Assessment in order to be considered for the position.

Additional information will not be accepted after the closing date. Selection Interview - Thursday, September 17, 2026 (Top-Scoring Candidates) All applicants will be notified by email or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS: If you are invited to participate in the assessment process, you will be required to self-schedule through the City of Henderson online application system.

Please check your email and/or text messages on a regular basis after submitting your application for complete instructions, which include where and when to report. The assessment and selection process for this position will take place on the dates listed above. All candidates who wish to be considered for this position will need to be in Henderson, Nevada and/or available via Microsoft Teams to participate in the testing process at any time on any of the dates listed above.

Selection Process The selection process will entail Subject Matter Experts reading and scoring your responses to supplemental questions 12-16, and your answers will be the sole determining factor for placement on the eligibility list for this classification. Subject Matter Experts will NOT have access to any information besides the answers to questions 12-16. This means they will not have access to applications, resumes, or any other identifying information when scoring.

Please ensure that your responses are written entirely in your own words and reflect your own knowledge and experience. The use of AI-generated or non-original responses may be considered grounds for disqualification from this process. Candidates who are placed on the eligibility list will be invited to participate in a selection interview.

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best-qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.

It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application. Appointment may be subject to the successful and timely completion of a post offer pre-employment background investigation and medical/physical examination, including a drug/alcohol test. Please see the job description to view the physical requirements.

The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.