Interior Designer I - Project Design and Construction

Job Description Summary

Department - Project Design and Construction

Job Description

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Job Type: Classified

Job Classification: 5609 - Interior Designer I

Salary Grade: 10

Pay Range

Hiring Range: $51,563 - $61,859 Annually

Pay Range: $51,563 - $72,176 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 11/07/2025.

The Interior Designer I assists in researching, investigating and applying interior design standards for new construction, remodeled and tenant improvement projects. This classification is distinguishable from the Design Specialist classification by its emphasis on the spatial and ergonometric design of interior environments using furniture, fixtures, equipment and other materials.

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.

• Assists in researching, investigating and applying interior design standards for new construction, remodeled and tenant improvement projects under the management and operational control of the Project Design & Construction Department;
• Conducts research on manufacturing processes, product design, performance characteristics, specifications and durability and makes recommendations for adoption into the County’s design standards;
• Investigates, identifies and documents the interior design needs and requirements of clients;
• Analyzes the needs and requirements, proposes options and works with clients in developing specific solutions;
• Develops design documents including contract-working drawings, specifications and budget estimates using PC-based productivity software programs and the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) format;
• Conducts research to determine applicable building codes requirements, state and federal guidelines and other regulatory issues pertaining to the internal design component of projects;
• Coordinates and participates in design projects performed either in-house or by outsourced contractors;
• Participates and provides guidance to staff involved in the procurement of labor, materials, furniture, fixtures or equipment in compliance with the Pima County Procurement Code and established County design standards;
• Establishes and maintains project files including verbal, written or graphic communications needed for compliance with Pima County Policies or department guidelines;
• Reviews and approves project invoices for conformance to specifications and payment;
• Maintains current project budgets for periodic reports.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college, university or professional trade school with a major in interior design or architecture AND two years of professional work experience as an Interior Designer, Interior Design Assistant, or Architect.

(Professional certification from the National Council for Interior Design Qualifications (NCIDQ) as an Interior Designer may substitute for the above education and experience.)

(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)

Or

Six years of professional experience as an Interior Designer, Interior Design Assistant, Architect OR two years with Pima County in a Design Specialist position.

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.):

• Interior design degree from an accredited university.
• Experience in interior design, including governmental offices, legal and law enforcement, judicial, health clinics, community centers, and libraries.
• Experience with modular systems furniture design, and installation.
• Experience with researching product standards for commercial facilities based on life cycle, durability, ease of maintenance, and design consistency.
• Experience with of Microsoft Word, Excel, Auto-CAD 2021 (or later version), Adobe Acrobat, and Bluebeam Revu.
• Experience with current building codes.
  
  

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. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. 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. Failure to obtain/maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination.

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. Some positions may require satisfactory completion of a personal background investigation by the court or law enforcement agencies, due to the need for access to County Attorney and Court facilities, records, and communication systems.

Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.

Working Conditions: Working conditions will be determined by the 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.