VALLEY WATER
San Jose, California, United States
Description Imported Water Unit (Position Code 0624) Overview: Are you interested in working at the intersection of science and policy? Do you enjoy working in a team environment? Do you thrive on trying to solve tough challenges? If so, we have the job for you. Valley Water is looking for a highly-motivated individual to join its imported water team to work on Sacramento-San Joaquin Bay-Delta issues. This position will provide support to the Senior Water Resources Specialist in the Imported Water Unit specializing on science, adaptive management, fisheries and habitat restoration issues and the intersection of these technical issues with policy as it relates to securing reliable imported water supplies for Valley Water. This position will also provide support on long term water supply projects, such as Delta Conveyance Facility and new storage projects, as well as provide support on annual operations, including development of transfer and exchange agreements, as needed. This position will ideally develop a knowledge base to provide long term expertise on Bay Delta Issues. Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to : Provide technical support to Senior Water Resources Specialist on Sacramento-San Joaquin Bay-Delta science, adaptive management, fisheries and habitat restoration issues, including reviewing and commenting on documents, preparing memos and analyses, and attending conferences and meetings. Provide technical support to senior staff on long term water supply projects, including reviewing and commenting on documents, performing technical analyses, and attending meetings. Conduct studies, investigations, and analyses, such as scientific syntheses, water supply planning, numerical modeling and other technical analyses. Analyze proposed and current legislation and government policies, rules, standards, and regulations and develop recommendations; serve on various technical advisory committees; review environmental and regulatory reports. Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of and interpret new scientific studies, laws, regulations, and innovations in the related field of fisheries, ecosystem, and restoration science and/or water resources, and their impact on Valley Water; develop and recommend management strategies. Provide support to senior staff on development of water supply management agreements to support annual operations. Develop and review staff reports related to Sacramento-San Joaquin Bay-Delta science matters, water resources projects and programs; present to various commissions, committees, and boards; may present information to the Board of Directors. Ideal Candidate's Background Includes: Applicants whose experience and background best match the ideal experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education are considered ideal candidates for the position. To determine the top candidates, each applicant will be assessed based on the ideal candidate criteria listed below. Ideal Experience: Four (4) years of professional level experience serving as a technical resource in fisheries, ecosystem and/or restoration management including analyzing a variety of unusual conditions, problems, or questions, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting effective technical and management/policy-level reports. Experience in anadromous and estuarine fisheries, aquatic ecosystem and/or wetland restoration science, preferably in the Central Valley of California and/or San Francisco Bay Estuary. Experience working with external agencies (governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations). Experience reviewing/commenting on water supply contracts, water supply planning documents, environmental review documents, legal documents, and/or legislation. Experience working with a public water utility. Experience or ability to run and/or evaluate computer models. Ideal Knowledge: Knowledge of methods, and techniques of scientific research, statistics, analysis, and reporting used in the discipline of fisheries biology, ecology, or related life sciences field. Knowledge of principles and practices of adaptive management and structured decision making related to natural resources management. Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations, including state and federal Endangered Species Acts, Clean Water Act, Porter-Cologne Act, California Environmental Quality Act and National Environmental Policy Act. Understanding of/experience in water resources management or planning. Ideal Skills and Abilities: Effectively analyze, interpret, summarize, and present (both verbally and in written form) complex scientific investigations, water supply planning documents, and environmental documents. Listen to other perspectives/points of view and maintain a flexible and agreeable approach yet remain firm on the mandatory needs of the project. Prioritize and conduct work with limited time/resources. Work well with other people and demonstrate leadership and initiative. Has demonstrated strong analytical, technical, and creative thinking skills. Has excellent writing and verbal communication skills. Ideal Training and Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in biology, ecology, natural resources management, environmental planning, or a related discipline (i.e., water resources). License or Certificate Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Individuals who do not meet the driver's license requirement due to a disability will be considered for a reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. To review the Classification Specification, please click here Selection Process (1) The selection process may include one or more of the following:application review, application assessment, performance exercise, written exercise and/or interview. (2) The Employment Application, Qualifying Information Questions and/or Supplemental Questions will be evaluated based on the ideal candidate criteria listed above.Resumes are highly recommended. NOTE: Position and start date is subject to availability of funds. Valley Water retains the right to repost this position as deemed necessary. Consideration may be given to existing applicant pools within the same classification. Valley Water's Equal Opportunity Non-Discrimination Policy is available for review upon request. Valley Water will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities.Please advise the Office of Talent and Inclusion in advance of any special needs by calling 1-408-630-2260. Please be aware that once submitted all application materials become the property of Valley Water and will not be returned.The Office of Talent and Inclusion staff are not authorized to make copies of application materials for applicants. Closing Date/Time: 12/20/2019 11:59 PM Pacific
Description Imported Water Unit (Position Code 0624) Overview: Are you interested in working at the intersection of science and policy? Do you enjoy working in a team environment? Do you thrive on trying to solve tough challenges? If so, we have the job for you. Valley Water is looking for a highly-motivated individual to join its imported water team to work on Sacramento-San Joaquin Bay-Delta issues. This position will provide support to the Senior Water Resources Specialist in the Imported Water Unit specializing on science, adaptive management, fisheries and habitat restoration issues and the intersection of these technical issues with policy as it relates to securing reliable imported water supplies for Valley Water. This position will also provide support on long term water supply projects, such as Delta Conveyance Facility and new storage projects, as well as provide support on annual operations, including development of transfer and exchange agreements, as needed. This position will ideally develop a knowledge base to provide long term expertise on Bay Delta Issues. Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to : Provide technical support to Senior Water Resources Specialist on Sacramento-San Joaquin Bay-Delta science, adaptive management, fisheries and habitat restoration issues, including reviewing and commenting on documents, preparing memos and analyses, and attending conferences and meetings. Provide technical support to senior staff on long term water supply projects, including reviewing and commenting on documents, performing technical analyses, and attending meetings. Conduct studies, investigations, and analyses, such as scientific syntheses, water supply planning, numerical modeling and other technical analyses. Analyze proposed and current legislation and government policies, rules, standards, and regulations and develop recommendations; serve on various technical advisory committees; review environmental and regulatory reports. Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of and interpret new scientific studies, laws, regulations, and innovations in the related field of fisheries, ecosystem, and restoration science and/or water resources, and their impact on Valley Water; develop and recommend management strategies. Provide support to senior staff on development of water supply management agreements to support annual operations. Develop and review staff reports related to Sacramento-San Joaquin Bay-Delta science matters, water resources projects and programs; present to various commissions, committees, and boards; may present information to the Board of Directors. Ideal Candidate's Background Includes: Applicants whose experience and background best match the ideal experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education are considered ideal candidates for the position. To determine the top candidates, each applicant will be assessed based on the ideal candidate criteria listed below. Ideal Experience: Four (4) years of professional level experience serving as a technical resource in fisheries, ecosystem and/or restoration management including analyzing a variety of unusual conditions, problems, or questions, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting effective technical and management/policy-level reports. Experience in anadromous and estuarine fisheries, aquatic ecosystem and/or wetland restoration science, preferably in the Central Valley of California and/or San Francisco Bay Estuary. Experience working with external agencies (governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations). Experience reviewing/commenting on water supply contracts, water supply planning documents, environmental review documents, legal documents, and/or legislation. Experience working with a public water utility. Experience or ability to run and/or evaluate computer models. Ideal Knowledge: Knowledge of methods, and techniques of scientific research, statistics, analysis, and reporting used in the discipline of fisheries biology, ecology, or related life sciences field. Knowledge of principles and practices of adaptive management and structured decision making related to natural resources management. Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations, including state and federal Endangered Species Acts, Clean Water Act, Porter-Cologne Act, California Environmental Quality Act and National Environmental Policy Act. Understanding of/experience in water resources management or planning. Ideal Skills and Abilities: Effectively analyze, interpret, summarize, and present (both verbally and in written form) complex scientific investigations, water supply planning documents, and environmental documents. Listen to other perspectives/points of view and maintain a flexible and agreeable approach yet remain firm on the mandatory needs of the project. Prioritize and conduct work with limited time/resources. Work well with other people and demonstrate leadership and initiative. Has demonstrated strong analytical, technical, and creative thinking skills. Has excellent writing and verbal communication skills. Ideal Training and Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in biology, ecology, natural resources management, environmental planning, or a related discipline (i.e., water resources). License or Certificate Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Individuals who do not meet the driver's license requirement due to a disability will be considered for a reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. To review the Classification Specification, please click here Selection Process (1) The selection process may include one or more of the following:application review, application assessment, performance exercise, written exercise and/or interview. (2) The Employment Application, Qualifying Information Questions and/or Supplemental Questions will be evaluated based on the ideal candidate criteria listed above.Resumes are highly recommended. NOTE: Position and start date is subject to availability of funds. Valley Water retains the right to repost this position as deemed necessary. Consideration may be given to existing applicant pools within the same classification. Valley Water's Equal Opportunity Non-Discrimination Policy is available for review upon request. Valley Water will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities.Please advise the Office of Talent and Inclusion in advance of any special needs by calling 1-408-630-2260. Please be aware that once submitted all application materials become the property of Valley Water and will not be returned.The Office of Talent and Inclusion staff are not authorized to make copies of application materials for applicants. Closing Date/Time: 12/20/2019 11:59 PM Pacific
CITY OF RIVERSIDE, CA
Riverside, CA, United States
The Position The City of Riverside is accepting applications for the position of Cross Connection Control Program Specialist * to fill one (1) vacancy in the Water Operations Division of the Riverside Public Utilities Department . The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months. This position will remain open until filled. This Cross Connection Control Program Specialist, under close supervision,will assist in the implementation and enforcement of the Utilities cross-connection control program for the potable and recycled/non-potable water systems; will review construction plans and plumbing specifications; will perform cross-connection testing at recycled/non-potable water sites; will coordinate with customers and private contractors regarding the selection, installation, and inspection of backflow devices; will schedule and conduct hazard assessments of water users premises to determine the type of protection necessary; will replace, test and repair backflow devices as needed; will maintain adequate records, files and documentation; and will perform other related work as assigned. *Actual job classification is Engineering Technician . Job Classification Overview: An Engineering Technician performspara-professional office and field engineering work. Depending upon level and assignment, work includes drafting; field; survey; project design, calculations, and layout; contract administration; inspection; engineering related computer aided technology and applications; and related duties as required. Work Performed When assigned to Water Operations typical duties may include, but are not limited to: Perform water quality tests under general supervision. Perform backflow inspection under close supervision. Manage backflow program under close supervision. Manage water quality program under close supervision. Perform backflow tests under general supervision. Review and update water quality legislation under close supervision. Assist in water quality research under general supervision. Assist in ground water basin research under general supervision. Produce ground water level reports under general supervision. Coordinate fire service turn-ons under general supervision. Prepare annual water quality report under general supervision. Assist in water quality report under general supervision. Review building plans under general supervision. Evaluate EPA and state regulations under general supervision. Qualifications Education: Equivalent to completion of twelfth grade supplemented by the equivalent of 30 semester units in engineering and mathematics from an accredited college or university. Experience: Six years of experience in the design and engineering phases of (depending upon assignment) municipal facilities including streets, sewers, storm drains; water utility facilities; or electric/water utility facilities. An Associate Degree may substitute for one year of the required experience. An additional year of experience may substitute for the 30 semester units. Necessary Special Requirement: Possession of an appropriate, valid class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. When assigned to the Water Quality Group in Water Operations: Possession of, or the ability to obtain, within six months: AvalidBackflowPrevention Device Tester certificate issued by Riverside County Avalid BackflowPrevention Device Tester certificate issued by San Bernardino County Possession of a valid Cross-Connection Control Program Specialist certificate issued by the American Water Works Association (AWWA). Possession of avalid Grade D2 Water Distribution Operator; and T1 Water Treatment Operator certificate issued by State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Ability to obtain Grade D3 Water Distribution Operator and Grade T2 Water Treatment Operator certificates within two years of employment. Selection Process 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. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS: If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment. It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment. Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination. NOTE : The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university. Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options: An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/ . An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university. All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement. THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.
The Position The City of Riverside is accepting applications for the position of Cross Connection Control Program Specialist * to fill one (1) vacancy in the Water Operations Division of the Riverside Public Utilities Department . The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months. This position will remain open until filled. This Cross Connection Control Program Specialist, under close supervision,will assist in the implementation and enforcement of the Utilities cross-connection control program for the potable and recycled/non-potable water systems; will review construction plans and plumbing specifications; will perform cross-connection testing at recycled/non-potable water sites; will coordinate with customers and private contractors regarding the selection, installation, and inspection of backflow devices; will schedule and conduct hazard assessments of water users premises to determine the type of protection necessary; will replace, test and repair backflow devices as needed; will maintain adequate records, files and documentation; and will perform other related work as assigned. *Actual job classification is Engineering Technician . Job Classification Overview: An Engineering Technician performspara-professional office and field engineering work. Depending upon level and assignment, work includes drafting; field; survey; project design, calculations, and layout; contract administration; inspection; engineering related computer aided technology and applications; and related duties as required. Work Performed When assigned to Water Operations typical duties may include, but are not limited to: Perform water quality tests under general supervision. Perform backflow inspection under close supervision. Manage backflow program under close supervision. Manage water quality program under close supervision. Perform backflow tests under general supervision. Review and update water quality legislation under close supervision. Assist in water quality research under general supervision. Assist in ground water basin research under general supervision. Produce ground water level reports under general supervision. Coordinate fire service turn-ons under general supervision. Prepare annual water quality report under general supervision. Assist in water quality report under general supervision. Review building plans under general supervision. Evaluate EPA and state regulations under general supervision. Qualifications Education: Equivalent to completion of twelfth grade supplemented by the equivalent of 30 semester units in engineering and mathematics from an accredited college or university. Experience: Six years of experience in the design and engineering phases of (depending upon assignment) municipal facilities including streets, sewers, storm drains; water utility facilities; or electric/water utility facilities. An Associate Degree may substitute for one year of the required experience. An additional year of experience may substitute for the 30 semester units. Necessary Special Requirement: Possession of an appropriate, valid class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. When assigned to the Water Quality Group in Water Operations: Possession of, or the ability to obtain, within six months: AvalidBackflowPrevention Device Tester certificate issued by Riverside County Avalid BackflowPrevention Device Tester certificate issued by San Bernardino County Possession of a valid Cross-Connection Control Program Specialist certificate issued by the American Water Works Association (AWWA). Possession of avalid Grade D2 Water Distribution Operator; and T1 Water Treatment Operator certificate issued by State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Ability to obtain Grade D3 Water Distribution Operator and Grade T2 Water Treatment Operator certificates within two years of employment. Selection Process 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. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS: If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment. It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment. Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination. NOTE : The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university. Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options: An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/ . An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university. All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement. THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.
