Water Resources Assistant Engineer for the Marina Coast Water District

  • REGIONAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES
  • Marina, California
  • May 30, 2024
Full Time Accounting and Finance Engineering Environmental Services Natural Resources Water and Wastewater Treatment
  • Salary: $85,740.67 - $109,429.24 Annually USD

Job Description

Position Description

Are you an energetic, forward-thinking professional looking for an excellent career opportunity in obtaining a broad range of experience in water resources and conservation projects? Are you a self-starter with exceptional communication skills who excels at working with others? Do you value working in an organization that promotes growth and innovation? If so, the Marina Coast Water District welcomes your application.

Regional Government Services and its staff are conducting this recruitment on behalf of the Marina Coast Water District.

A 10% COLA will be effective July 2024.

THE POSITION

As a valued member of the Water Resources Division, performs professional-level civil engineering work under direction in the planning, hydraulic modeling, design, and construction of water, wastewater, recycled water and capital infrastructure improvement, maintenance and construction projects; reviews a diverse range of engineering plans, specifications, calculations studies, reports, and related documents; develops project budgets, engineer’s estimates, construction schedules, technical specifications, and special conditions as well as engineering reports, plans, and studies; conducts site visits to monitor construction project progress; serves as project manager for complex engineering projects, as assigned.

The Water Resources Assistant Engineer will work on various water resources, groundwater sustainability, and climate action plan projects. The initial projects will range from monitoring wells, water augmentation projects (desal, aquifer storage and recovery (ASR)), indirect potable re-use (IPR), direct potable re-use (DPR)), groundwater monitoring wells, and solar projects. The incumbent will be participating in all stages of projects from feasibility analysis, conceptual design, design, and construction.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL:
  • Have knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering, project management, and an understanding of applicable state, federal, and local laws, codes, regulations, and procedures.
  • Have studied water related issues and principles.
  • Have the ability to interpret, apply, and explain statutes, codes, regulations, and ordinances.
  • Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and customers.
  • Work cooperatively and effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
  • Have skill in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace used in current office environments.
  • Have experience with GIS, drafting, AutoCAD, arcGIS, and other related engineering software.
  • Have the ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships contacted in the performance of position duties.
COMPETENCIES
Adaptability and Flexibility - Responds effectively to multiple demands, ambiguity, shifting of priorities, emerging situations, and rapid change
Accountability - Considers alternative available actions, resources, and constraints before selecting a method for accomplishing a goal or project
Analytical Thinking - Identifies diverse solutions to complex problems integrating findings from several different disciplines; identifies and evaluates the various options developed and selects the most effective solution
Attention to Detail - Develops systems and processes to organize and keep track of accuracy and thoroughness
Collaboration - Actively participates in team and project meetings and contributes to decision making
Communication - Effectively conveys and exchanges thoughts, opinions, or information verbally and in writing
Customer Service - Continually searches for ways to increase customer satisfaction
Initiative - Assesses and initiates things independently
Judgment - Makes decisions based on careful thought taking both agency goals and input from others into account
Results Orientation and Execution - Manages time and priorities effectively
Teamwork - Fosters cooperation and collaboration in others through trust-building and relationships

ABOUT THE DISTRICT

Background

In 1958, a local group of dedicated citizens, known as the Marina Community Service Corporation, proposed the formation of a municipal-owned water system with boundaries to coincide with the existing Marina Fire District, which was approximately 1,600 acres. Two years later, the Marina County Water District was formed registered voters of the then unincorporated city of Marina. In 1966, voters authorized the sale of water bonds totaling $950,000 to acquire a privately owned water company serving the area.

Our Vision
Today, we serve more than 40,000 customers and 9,500 accounts split roughly equally between Central Marina and the Ord Community on the former military base, including California State University (CSU) Monterey Bay. Our vision is to become the leading public supplier of integrated water and wastewater services in the Monterey Bay Region.

Our Mission
Currently, the District is actively engaged in the conversion of the former Fort Ord military base to a vibrant mixed-use community, including approximately 6,000 new homes and several hundred thousand square feet of commercial/industrial facilities. Our mission is to provide high quality water, wastewater, and recycled water services to the District's expanding communities through management, conservation, and development of future resources at reasonable costs.

Our local water supply means you can be sure your water is clean, fresh, and sustainably sourced.

It's an exciting time to work for the District and to play an integral role in this high-profile opportunity, while also living on the Central Coast of California along the scenic Monterey Bay area-It just doesn't get any better...

Examples of Duties

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Typical Qualifications

QUALIFICATONS
Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering or a related engineering field.
  • Professional engineering or related field/planning (including internship) experience preferably in a public utility environment desired.
License: Must possess Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification with State of California or certification must be acquired within 12 months from date of hire; and must possess a valid California class C driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

Supplemental Information

SELECTION PROCESS

DEADLINE TO APPLY: June 30 , 2024 at 11:59 PM PST.

Apply at: https://bit.ly/MCWDWRAssistantEngineer

Applications must be submitted online through this applicant tracking system. All materials must be complete and clearly indicate the candidate meets the minimum qualifications. All statements made on the application, resume, and supplemental materials are subject to verification. False statements may be cause for immediate disqualification, removal from eligibility list or discharge from employment.

Application - Applications are screened based on the criteria indicated in this announcement. Incomplete, late, emailed, and faxed applications will not be accepted. Resumes are not considered in lieu of the required employment application. Certificates, resumes, and/or cover letters must be uploaded with your application through this applicant tracking system. All completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed, for each applicant's ability to meet the minimum work experience, training, and education qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications (MQ) Appraisal - All completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed for each applicant's ability to meet the minimum work experience, training, and education qualifications.

Remote Screening - The most qualified candidates who pass the application assessment may be invited to a Remote Screen Interview Examination to evaluate training, experience, and other job-related qualifications for the position.

The District will tentatively hold hiring interviews the week of July 8, 2024.

All communication and notices will be sent via e-mail. Additional inquiries about the position may be directed to rblut@rgs.ca.gov .

Candidates who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or selection process should advise Regional Government Services by emailing rblut@rgs.ca.gov .

Marina Coast Water District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

BENEFITS

Salary Range (Plus a 10% COLA effective July 2024):
Assistant Engineer: $85,740.67 - $109,429.24 (Range 21)

Retirement - The District participates in CalPERS, with Social Security. Benefit is 2% @ 60 for classic members with the District paying the employee share. And 2% @ 62 For new members as defined by PEPRA, subject to the limitations set by PERS. Employee pays the employee portion (new employees only).



Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision/EAP) - District provides health insurance plan options and provides full employee coverage and a portion of the premium for coverage for employee dependents.



Deferred Compensation - Optional enrollment in a pre-tax payroll-deducted 457 plan. The District will match an employee's contribution up to a maximum of $2,500 annually.



Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance - District provides coverage.



Life Insurance - District provides coverage at an amount equal to two times employee's salary.

Vacation Leave/Sick Leave/Holidays - District offers generous vacation benefit beginning at an accrual of 3.08 hours per two-week pay period and sick leave at 12 days accrual each year. In addition, 12 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays per year.

Closing Date/Time: 6/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

Base Pay

85,740

Job Address

Marina, California United States View Map