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Water Resource Control Engineer

Job Description and Duties


The State Water Resources Control Board’s Division of Drinking Water has an opening for a Water Resource Control Engineer in the San Francisco District Office. The position location is 850 Marina Bay Parkway, Richmond, CA 94804.

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Duties:
Under the close supervision of a Senior Water Resource Control Engineer, the incumbent will perform a variety of engineering work relating to public water systems. Duties include: On-site inspection activities including physical inspection of water source intakes, treatment plants, storage reservoirs, pump stations, and distribution facilities. These activities require the incumbent to navigate uneven rugged terrain for extended periods of time during a workday. The position will be responsible for other surveillance activities involved in the inspection of public water systems including the review of system operational records, procedures, submitted documents, and all required administrative programs; data gathering necessary to maintain and update system inventory and inspection information; preparation of reports and letters documenting inspections and required corrective actions; maintaining and updating computer databases; and communicating findings with the Senior Water Resource Control Engineer and water system personnel.

Additional duties include but not limited to: Prepare and/or review reports and recommendations on permit requests for construction or modification of public water system sources, treatment plants, reservoirs, distribution and collection systems, and other related construction activities; review engineering calculations, design drawings, and other engineering documents to assure that water purveyors comply with good engineering practices and legal requirements; conduct on-site field inspection of water system facilities as part of permit application processing; provide engineering assistance to public water systems on water quality issues, operational problems, and treatment facilities; provide assistance with Division research projects, policy development, and studies; assist with enforcement activities to bring public water systems into compliance with applicable State laws and regulations; prepare enforcement letters, citations, and compliance orders; tracks compliance dates and takes necessary follow-up action to ensure public water systems comply with directives of the Division; review plans for water treatment plants and proposed projects for recycled water reuse to determine compliance with health and engineering standards and regulations; review and comment on environmental impact reports to local agencies; assist in conducting investigations of water quality problem such as those resulting from chemical or bacteriological contamination of public water supplies; consult with and advise a variety of health and other public officials, engineers, attorneys, water consumer groups, and others on public health aspects of water supply quality control programs; assist in making presentations to interested groups on a variety of health related water supply matters; prepare or reviews reports and recommendations on state funding applications and permit requests for construction or modification of public water system sources, treatments plants, distribution and collection systems, and other related construction activities.

Additional information:
Candidates must possess essential personal qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, the ability to work cooperatively with others, and the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class.

If the position requires driving, you must possess a current and valid driver’s license. Please Do Not include full Social Security Number, method of eligibility, and LEAP information in your application package.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.


Minimum Requirements


You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.


Additional Documents


Position Details


Job Code #: JC-197516
Position #(s): 880-455-3846-008
Working Title: WATER RESOURCE CONTROL ENGINEER
Classification: WATER RESOURCE CONTROL ENGINEER $5,540.00 - $10,377.00
# of Positions:1
Work Location: Contra Costa County (Richmond)
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Facility: State Water Resources Control Board


Department Information


The State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) and the nine (9) Regional Water Quality Control Boards (RWQCB) (collectively the Water Boards) work to preserve, enhance, and restore the quality of California’s water resources and drinking water for the protection of the environment, public health, and all beneficial uses, and to ensure proper water resource allocation and efficient use, for the benefit of present and future generations.

The Water Boards values diversity at all levels of the organization and is committed to fostering an environment in which employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees and their unique ideas inspire innovative solutions to further our mission to preserve, enhance and restore the quality of California’s water resources.

Department Website: https://www.waterboards.ca.gov/


Special Requirements


In order to be considered for this position, you must include the following:
  • RPA #19-455-014 in the “Examination or Job Title(s)” section of the State application when submitting a hardcopy application.
  • Photocopies of degree and transcripts (if needed to establish eligibility)

Must have State Water Resources Control Board list, transfer, or reinstatement eligibility to Water Resource Control Engineer. Below is a link to the exam: https://jobs.ca.gov/JOBSGEN/1PB09.PDF

Electronic submittal of applications and attachments through jobs.ca.gov is preferred. Emailed or faxed applications will not be accepted.

In the hiring interview, the panel will consider education, experience, personal development, personal traits and fitness for the job. In appraising experience, more weight may be given to the breadth of pertinent experience and evidence of the candidate's ability to accept and fulfill increasing responsibilities than to the length of his/her experience. For additional information, you may refer to the class specification.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 4/15/2020

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

State Water Resources Control Board
Attn: Human Resources Branch - Shari Hollis
P.O. BOX 100
Sacramento, CA 95812-0100

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Human Resources Branch - Shari Hollis
1001 I Street, 18th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95814
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
  • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
  • Resume is required and must be included.
  • Statement of Qualifications - Please see below for specific SOQ requirements.
  • Other - Cover Letter is required and must be included.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.


Desirable Qualifications


In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
  • Education and/or experience in design, plan review, construction, inspection, and report preparation for potable, wastewater, and/or recycle/reuse water systems.
  • Experience complying with/enforcing the Safe Drinking Water Act and drinking water regulations.
  • Effective communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
  • Good attention to details with ability to follow instructions and directions without error.
  • Experience in conducting field investigations
  • Ability to conduct field investigations (Temperatures may exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit)
  • Ability to perform engineering evaluations and related research.
  • Ability to work independently, organize and set priorities, and meet deadlines.
  • Working knowledge of computer applications (MS Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, ArcGIS, AutoCAD)
  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of California


Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

Department Website: https://www.waterboards.ca.gov/

Human Resources Contact:
Human Resources Branch
(916) 341-5127
shari.hollis@waterboards.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:
Marco Pacheco
(510) 620-3454
marco.pacheco@waterboards.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Shyla Hoffman
(916) 341-5881
shyla.hoffman@waterboards.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.


Statement of Qualifications


A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted along with the State Application and serves as documentation of candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. It should be typed and no more than 3 pages in length should address each of the following questions or topics listed below. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of a SOQ.
  1. What interests you about this position?
  2. Describe your educational background and work experience, if any, with respect to water and wastewater processes and infrastructure, and tertiary treated wastewater for re-use.
  3. Describe your knowledge and experience with customer service principles and your ability to ensure accurate and timely responses and maintain cooperative and collaborative relationships with clients and coworkers.
  4. Describe your experience with business processes, streamlining work activities, organizational skills, and increased productivity.
  5. Describe your experience in preparing technical reports.

Applications received without the SOQ addressed as stated will not be considered.
Note: Resumes, letters and other materials will not be evaluated or considered as a response to the SOQ.



Equal Opportunity Employer


The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.