Cal Water

Water Utility

WaterQualityProgramManager

$87–162k Bakersfield, California, United States FULL TIME
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HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Water Quality Program Manager at Cal Water. Skills: Water quality compliance, Regulatory planning, Environmental regulations. Perform complex tasks to ensure compliance with water. Communicate with the DDW as required”

Industry & Context.

Water Utility
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving; Trouble shooting

Eligibility Requirements

Respond to emergencies 24/7

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or Environmental Engineering, Three years of experience working in water quality compliance, Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, Valid California Driver License

Nice to Have

State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator Grade 2 Certification, State Water Resources Control Board Water Treatment Operator Grade 2 Certification

What You'll Do.

Perform complex tasks to ensure compliance with water

Communicate with the DDW as required

Serve as primary liaison between Company

Foster relationships with agencies and DDW

Prepare and review Consumer Confidence Reports

Prepare and review Annual Water Quality reports

Prepare and review Monthly reporting

Prepare and review internal and external reporting

Develop sampling plans

Assess analytical results of raw and finished water

Obtain appropriate permits

Assess new water supply source data

Identify treatment technologies for contaminant removal

Recommend treatment technologies for contaminant removal

Develop water quality monitoring schedules

Ensure Cross Connection Control Program compliance

Train personnel on sample collection

Train personnel on water quality regulations

Train personnel on water treatment operations

Train personnel on water quality-related topics

Respond to emergencies 24/7

Assess conditions during emergencies

Coordinate communication during emergencies

Relay information to regulators during emergencies

Manage water quality projects

Provide water quality input in capital project development

Provide water quality input in strategic planning

Provide guidance on water quality problem-solving

Provide guidance on regulatory compliance

Perform analytical calculations for water treatment

Participate in Continuous Improvement program

Support Continuous Improvement projects

Exhibit behavior supporting safety

Attend safety training

Participate at safety training

Adhere to Company Safety

Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Report safety issues/concerns

Encourage safe behavior

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Coordinate with District and Engineering; Work with regulators; Work with operators; Work with technical staff; Work with customers; Work with management staff

Communication Scope

Verbal communication; Written communication

Process & Methodology

Project management

Full Job Description

California Water Service Job Description: California Water Service Group (Cal Water) invites you to build a meaningful career with the third largest publicly traded water utility in the United States. Guided by our mission to be the leading provider of water and wastewater services, we are dedicated to improving the quality of life for the customers, communities, and employees we serve. Our culture is grounded in core values—integrity, quality, service, value, health and safety, respect and collaboration, and corporate citizenship—and is reflected in our recognition as a Top Workplace®, a Great Place to Work®, and a J.D. Power leader in customer satisfaction for multiple years. Join Cal Water and be part of a purpose driven organization where your work makes a lasting impact. The Water Quality Program Manager performs complex tasks to implement, maintain, and comply with all water quality and environmental regulations and programs within an assigned region. Primary responsibilities focus on drinking water public health, regulatory planning and compliance, and Division of Drinking Water (DDW) permitting. This position is located in Bakersfield, California. **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:** * Performs complex tasks to ensure compliance with water quality regulations within the assigned region * Communicates in a timely manner with the DDW as required to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal water quality regulations * Primary liaison between the Company, districts, state and federal agencies, the Division of Drinking Water (DDW) and fosters relationship with these group * Prepares and reviews Consumer Confidence Reports, Annual Water Quality reports, Monthly reporting and any other internal and external reporting * Communicates in a timely manner with the DDW as required to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal water quality regulation * Develops sampling plans and assesses analytical results of raw and finished water to ensure regulatory compliance * Obt

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