Senior Water System Engineer - Azusa, United States - City of Azusa, CA

Description

Salary : $10, $12,324.21 Monthly

Location : City of Azusa, CA

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 23-18

Department: Light & Water

Opening Date: 05/11/2023

Closing Date: Continuous

Definition

The City of Azusa is seeking a skilled civil engineer who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and desires to obtain hands-on experience on small and large-scale water projects to maximize professional growth

Under the direct supervision of the Assistant General Manager - Water Operations, leads, coordinates, and performs various civil engineering functions in support of the Water Division production and distribution systems.

Essential Functions

The following functions are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed functions and/or may be required to perform additional or different functions from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

Leads and participates in the Water Division capital improvement program (CIP); manages multiple design and construction projects; reviews and approves plans and specifications submitted by developers, customers and consultants for water infrastructure; leads and participates in construction management.

Supervises, trains, evaluates, and schedules assigned staff in the investigation, design, preparation, and review of a variety of plans, estimates, and reports involved in water division projects.

Provides lead design and review, and assumes responsibility for plans and drawings associated with programs, projects, CIPs, new developments, and inspections of the water infrastructure to ensure compliance with established standards and regulations.

Establishes technical criteria and engineering standards for the Water Division; assists in repair construction, maintenance and operations support at the Water Treatment Plant, wells, pumps, controls, equipment, SCADA, water quality, water quality reports, production reports, reviews annual consumer confidence report, water meters, gauges, water quality samples, sample stations, and pumping levels; identifies and prepares project scopes, engineer statements, cost estimates, schedules, specifications and fund opportunities; surveys and inspects to verify compliance.

Participates in the establishment and implementation of goals, policies, procedures, and objectives for the Division; develops proposals for grant applications and administers awarded grants; prepares staff reports to the Utility Board, attends and presents at Utility Board meetings or other agency meetings, as assigned.

Assists in the preparation of water budgets for the Division to include revenue projection and forecasting for needed funds; prepares and updates a schedule of water fees and charges; monitors expenses.

Prepares bid packages, request for proposals, public works contracts, supplier contracts, professional service contracts, and procurement; evaluates and administers professional service contracts.

Coordinates updates to the water system master plan and urban water management plan.

Performs technical engineering calculations and analysis, including hydraulic modeling and water system analysis.

Represents the Department at various water industry groups, forums, and meetings, as assigned; interacts with developers, outside agencies, other city departments, consultants, contractors and customers.

Performs a variety of customer service activities; investigates and resolves complaints and inquiries.

Performs related duties as required.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

These are position functions which may be changed, deleted, or reassigned to accommodate an individual with a disability.

Qualification Guidelines

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university and California Registration as a Civil Engineer; a master's degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering, Engineering Management, Construction Management or other related specialization is desirable; minimum five years of experience in water system engineering, consulting, and/or facility construction; Experience in implementation of various water system technology projects is preferred.

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of water system and water facility design and construction; applicable Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, codes, regulations, and standards; water resources and economics of water supply; advance metering infrastructure for water systems; water treatment and distribution and project management of water system capital and technological improvements; civil engineering design and disciplines including pipeline design construction; methods and practices used in the preparation of designs, plans, specifications, estimates, and reports; asphalt paving and concrete work; grading; drainage; hydraulics, hydraulic modeling and pumping; current legislative and regulatory initiatives affecting the water system; contract negotiation and administration principles.

Ability to communicate in an understandable, businesslike manner verbally and in writing; inspect construction of water system facilities and monitor consultant construction inspectors; perform complex civil engineering computations and other civil engineering related tasks; read, interpret, understand, and produce blueprints and construction drawings; produce understandable, logical and grammatically correct general correspondence and complex written reports; read and interpret budget sheets; respond to internal and public inquiries and complaints in a tactful and courteous manner; practice sound personnel supervision; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, other utility companies, regulatory agencies, and the general public; interact with Consultants and Contractors with an understanding of practical engineering and construction terms and jargon; perform field inspection of pipelines and water facilities construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance; understand and manage utility operating and capital budgets.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Current Registration as a Civil Engineer in the State of California.

Valid California Class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.

Special Requirements/Physical, Mental, Environmental Conditions

Environmental Conditions

Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting with some work to be performed at project sites, field work may include exposure to dangerous machinery and high voltage electricity; incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends from time-to-time.

Physical ConditionsPrimary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS:
You can apply for this position online clicking on the "Apply" link at the top of this page. If this is the first time you are applying using our online application system, you will need to create a Username and Password. (If you have previously applied for a position using the NEOGOV system and already have a Username and Password set up, you do not need to do this again to applyjust login and start building your application). Once you have established your account and log in to the system, you can begin building your application by clicking on the "Build Job Application" link. Your application can be saved and used to apply for additional or future job openings with the City of Azusa.

Applications must be accompanied by a resume describing experience, education, and training in relation to the requirements of the position, however, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City employment application. Applications that are submitted without a cover letter and resume, or have unanswered supplemental questions, may be deemed incomplete. Your application must include at least ten years of employment history (assuming you have been employed for ten years). List most recent experience first. Carefully account for all employment, paid or unpaid. Provide each change of title or promotion separately. You must also include your reason for leaving each job. A minimum of three professional references must be included in your application (include people who would have knowledge of your professional qualifications). DO NOT list relatives.

The City of Azusa is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, political or religious affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, other non-job related physical or mental disability, medical condition, or other functional limitation in employment or the provision of service. The City is dedicated to making its programs, services and activities accessible to individuals with qualified disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete the employment application and/or participate in the testing process, please contact the Human Resources at prior to the filing deadline. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.

THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME TO APPLY FOR A CAREER OPPORTUNITY WITH THE CITY OF AZUSA

The City of Azusa offers a wide-variety of Benefits, including:

• 4/10 work schedule
• Annual Cost of Living increases thru June 30, 2024
• CalPERS Retirement
• City-Paid Deferred Compensation
• Health Reimbursement Account contribution
• Education Incentive
• Bi-lingual Pay
• Longevity Premium
• $1,500 monthly Flexible Benefit/Medical Contribution (with cash-in-lieu for opt-out option)
  • A variety of options for Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance along with supplemental insurance, such as Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts, Critical Illness, Accident Only, and many more.
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement at 100% of Cal State rate
• 10 City-paid Holidays and generous Sick, Vacation, Flexible Holiday, Administrative, and Bereavement Leaves

For details on the Azusa Mid-Management Association (AMMA) benefits, please visit

MOU Term: July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2024

01

Do you have possession of or the ability to obtain a California Class C Driver's License?

• Yes
• No
• I have a current and valid driver's license from another state

02

Please select the highest level of education you have:

• Master's Degree or higher
• Bachelor's Degree
• Associate's Degree
• Some College or Certificate(s)
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• I do not have education equivalent to the 12th grade

03

Please select the field in which you were awarded your degree

• Civil Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Other field
• I do not have a degree

04

If you selected "other field" for your degree, please indicate the field below:

05

Please select your years of experience in water system engineering, consulting, and/or facility construction.

• 6 or more years of experience
• 4 - 6 years of experience
• 2 - 4 years of experience
• Less than 1 year of experience.
• I do not have experience in this area.

06

Do you possess registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California?

• Yes
• No

07

Describe your experience as it relates to performing professional engineering work including design and construction. Please describe the projects you have worked on which may relate to water. If none applicable, then write N/A,

08

A resume must be submitted along with your online application in order to be considered. Applications without a resume will be automatically disqualified from the recruitment process.

• I acknowledge that I must attach a current resume. If no resume is attached, I will be disqualified form this recruitment process.

Required Question