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Treatment Plant Trainee I
(1 Position Available)

Position Description

The District has one open, full-time position of Treatment Plant Trainee I in the Water Treatment department of the Operations Division.  Interested persons must submit a completed District application and supplemental questionnaire responses to the Human Resources Department no later than the filing deadline.

Definition

Under direct supervision, learns to operate a water treatment facility on an assigned shift; and to do related work as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Treatment Plant Trainee I is the entry and training-level class in the Treatment Plant/System Operator series. Incumbents are considered operators-in-training and are under the continuous and direct supervision of a qualified Treatment Plant/System Operator or the Superintendent of Water Treatment.  As a condition of employment, employees in the Treatment Plant Trainee I position are required to pursue training and education to obtain Grade 3 Water Treatment Plant Operator certification through the California State Water Resources Control Board; Division of Drinking Water. This classification is distinguished from the Treatment Plant Trainee II which is the intermediate training step preparatory to full journey-level class in the Treatment Plant/System Operator series.

Examples of Duties

Typical duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Learns to operate pumps and valves to regulate the flow of water through treatment plants; determines the rate from appropriate meters, gauges, charts and visual inspection, and coordinates the rate with demand, storage and production from other facilities; regulate the flow of water through a treatment facility to maintain distribution tank levels;
• learns to perform such records and report functions as maintaining a log of plant operations, test results, maintenance work performed, and unusual operating conditions; make periodic inspections and prepares reports as required; maintains operational and water quality records;
• learns to operate, monitor, adjust and control functions within a water treatment facility both locally and via supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system, computerized control systems and instrumentation, and equipment related to water treatment facilities;
• learns to take actions accordingly to control various treatment plant processes and distribution facilities or to take other actions as required;
• takes samples of water at established times, makes standardized quality control tests, performs laboratory analyses to ensure that all water leaving the facility meets or surpasses all water quality requirements; adjusts chemical feeders and other plant equipment accordingly;
• works with hazardous chemicals in laboratory and bulk volumes;
• identifies appropriate water standards and regulations;
• assists in maintaining operating equipment and facilities in a clean and orderly fashion, including hosing filters and basins;
• performs routine plant maintenance, and may make minor equipment repairs or adjustments;
• follows applicable safety rules and regulations.

Position Description

The District has one open, full-time position of Engineering Technician in the Records Section of the Environmental and Engineering Services Division.  Interested persons must submit a completed District application and supplemental questionnaire responses to the Human Resources Department no later than the filing deadline.

Definition

Under general supervision, performs routine technical sub-professional engineering office and/or field work; and performs related duties as required.

Employment Opportunity

The City of St. Helena has an exciting opportunity to fill a position in the Public Works Water Treatment Plant.  This is a great opportunity to become part of a team of dedicated individuals that take pride in serving the local community.

The City of St. Helena is seeking to fill two (2) openings at the Water Plant. There is one (1) Chief Water Plant Operator position and one (1) Operator position which will be filled at a I, II or III depending on qualifications. This is an internal and external recruitment. If an internal candidate is selected for any open position, the vacated position will be filled from a pool of qualified candidates identified during this recruitment. The qualified candidates will be placed on a one-year eligibility list that will used to place potential future vacancies in Public Works which includes the following classifications: Plant Operator (Water or Wastewater), Water Distribution Operator and Maintenance Worker.

The Marin Municipal Water District (District) is recruiting for a Natural Resources Program Manager who will be assigned to the District’s Fisheries Program. This mid-management class serves as a subject matter expert and program manager with responsibility for directing District staff and consultants in activities involved with natural resource management, environmental planning, regulatory compliance, fisheries monitoring, and stream restoration design and implementation. This key manager will lead all aspects of the District’s Lagunitas Stewardship Plan.  The ideal candidate will have effective oral and written communication skills necessary to develop and maintain lasting partnerships with resource agencies, government entities and community representatives, and keep partners informed and engaged. He/she will have in depth knowledge of fisheries stewardship with experience complying with drinking water and environmental regulations and will possess a proven track record of representing an organization’s interests while facilitating regional environmental stewardship initiatives.

The District:

The District is a medium sized, municipal, water agency with a Board of Directors/ General Manager form of government, 240 full time employees and a $105,000,000 combined annual operating and capital budget for FY 2020. Annually, the District delivers water to 190,000 residents and businesses in the central and southern portions of Marin County and has stewardship responsibilities for 21,000 acres of pristine watershed lands on Mt. Tam. The District operates seven water supply reservoir in Marin County, five of which are within the Lagunitas Creek Watershed.

The Job:

This is a mid-management level job class. This manager is responsible for the following:

· Manages all aspects of the District’s Lagunitas Stewardship Plan and all fisheries and aquatic resource management in watersheds within the District’s sphere of influence;

· Analyzes, implements, and monitors the District’s watershed management operations in relation to fisheries and aquatic resources, wildlife, hydrology, geomorphic conditions, and other environmental factors;

· Conducts environmental review for projects and programs in coordination with the District’s Division and Department Managers pursuant to local, state and federal laws, policies and regulations, acquires regulatory permits and clearances, provides environmental consultation and services;

· Leads planning of fisheries habitat and stream restoration projects; manages the implementation of habitat restoration projects, including permitting and compliance,  and long-term monitoring plans;

· Manages fisheries monitoring programs, field activities, safety, and equipment; conducts aquatic resource surveys and analyzes species census data to determine population status and trends; identifies, analyzes, and catalogs field specimens;

· Coordinates biological monitoring  responses to water infrastructure discharges into waterways, analyzes location of discharge, directs field staff regarding fisheries and aquatic resource monitoring requirements, and as needed responds to discharges within sensitive creeks to document impacts to aquatic resources;

· Prepares and administers grant applications relating to planning and implementing projects within watershed in the District’s sphere of influence; conducts environmental assessments to inform project planning, develops resource agency permit applications, and communicates project details with agency partners;

· Directs and participates in the development, negotiation, and administration of contract services, monitors the work of contractors and consultants, reviews and approves payments, and implements appropriate contractual changes;

· Provides professional level staff support to a variety of boards, commissions, and committees; prepares and presents reports and other necessary correspondence to stakeholder groups and resources agencies;

· Coordinates the Lagunitas Technical Advisory Committee (TAC); assists with the administration of TAC meetings. 

WATER QUALITY MANAGER

SALARY RANGE: $12,302 - $14,892 -  PER MONTH

The Marin Municipal Water District is recruiting for a Water Quality Manager to provide technical expertise in the management of the District’s internal and external water quality programs and regulatory planning and analysis activities.  This key manager will also monitor legislative and regulatory initiatives governing water quality and will assist in the management and operations of the District’s water system.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in driving improvement and effecting change and experience managing programs or departments that require the coordination of multidisciplinary resources to resolve complex issues for a medium to large drinking water utility with a complex distribution system in the areas of water quality, water system operations, planning, or engineering.  The ideal candidate will also have in depth knowledge of regulatory development, drinking water quality, water treatment and experience in interpreting and complying with drinking water regulations and environmental regulations.

The District

The District provides high-quality drinking water to customers and visitors of its service area. The District is a medium-sized, municipal, water agency with a Board of Directors/General Manager form of government, 240 full-time employees and a $105,000,000 combined annual operating and capital budget for FY 2020. Annually, the District delivers water to 190,000 residents and businesses in the central and southern portions of Marin County and has stewardship responsibilities for 21,000 acres of pristine watershed lands on Mt. Tam.

The District’s two water treatment plants and one finishing plant produce an average of 29 million gallons of water per day that are delivered to customers through 900+ miles of pipeline and 99 pumping stations.

The Job

Typical duties may include but are not limited to the following. Please see job description for the full list of duties and qualifications:

· Establishes, reviews and manages water quality service levels, goals and objectives based on regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

· Develops implementation strategies and plans to meet more stringent regulations and customer requirements.

· Provides guidance and consultation services related to water quality, including review of engineering standards and projects, protection of water sources, optimization of treatment processes, and distribution system practices.

· Provides direction, analysis, and support to drive efficient and effective management of the District water system, including benchmarking and analysis, and effective use of automation/computer applications.

· Conducts/oversees water quality engineering studies, designs and/or pilot testing with emphasis on optimizing unit processes of water treatment and water quality control; initiates and directs special studies and investigations to improve and maintain water treatment and production performance.

· Provides direction, supervision and support to the Reclamation and Backflow unit and serves as the technical expert on the District’s Water Reuse program.

· Prepares and directs the District's strategy for the maintenance and enhancement of potable water quality and business practices to assure cost effective achievement of water system service levels.

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