About Livermore
The City of Livermore, with a population of 91,000+ residents, is located in Alameda County, approximately forty miles east of San Francisco, and adjacent to the San Joaquin Valley. Livermore’s heritage includes historic vineyards and a tradition of ranching and agriculture. Today, our City continues to expand its wine-making industry and celebrate our annual rodeo. Livermore is home to two world-renowned national laboratories, nineteen wineries, a general aviation airport, and three golf courses.
Livermore’s local and regional economy is strong and diverse. Our inclusion within the Northern aspect of the Silicon Valley and other major Northern California market and employment centers, enables us to benefit from business development and expansion, while preserving the quality of life that originally brought people to Livermore.
The City of Livermore is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.
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The City of Livermore is currently accepting applications for the position of Water Resources Operations Manager. For more information and to apply for this opportunity, go to: www.LivermoreCA.gov/jobs. Apply by 5 p.m. on Monday, June 8, 2026.
THE POSITION
Under general direction of the Water Resources Division Manager, this position serves as the Chief Plant Operator of the City’s Water Reclamation Plant (wastewater treatment). The selected candidate will plan, organize, direct and manage the operation of the Water Reclamation Plant including wastewater treatment and recycled water production. They will coordinate activities with other sections/divisions/departments, external customers, regional wastewater agencies, and contractors. This position will ensure that all regulatory compliance targets are met and act as a liaison to regulatory agencies. This position requires a valid Grade IV Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board at the time of appointment.
Position Responsibilities:
- Serves as the Chief Plant Operator for the Water Reclamation Plant
- Recommends and implements section goals and objectives
- Implements goals and objectives set by the Division Manager
- Coordinates the execution and process impacts of capital improvement projects with project managers, consultants and contractors
- Establishes performance standards, guidelines, and methods
- Develops, implements, and administers current and new programs and policies
- Sets overall process-control parameters for the wastewater treatment and water recycling facility
- Develops standard operating procedures and trains staff in order to ensure compliance with State and Federal wastewater and recycled water regulations
- Reviews and interprets operational data to effectively and quickly identify, diagnose, and correct problems with the wastewater treatment process
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, abilities, and characteristics:
- A proven history of solving wastewater treatment operational challenges
- Effectively trains staff and is able to explain complex technical concepts in a way that is easy to understand
- Experience in building bridges between different teams and agencies
- A motivating leader who has an open, honest, and communicative style
- A commitment to and experience with developing and maintaining effective teams
- Values and possesses high ethical and professional standards and acts as a positive example to other staff
- A commitment to excellence and continuous process improvement
- A commitment to collaboration and teamwork
MINIMUM QUALIFICAITONS
Experience: Five years of progressively responsible operations experience in a California wastewater treatment plant facility performing California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Grade III or higher level duties, which included managing capital improvement projects and consultants, and at least two years of direct employee supervision.
Education: Equivalent to graduation from high school, supplemented by specialized training or college coursework in wastewater treatment, chemistry, biology, environmental science, or other related science courses. Possession of a bachelor’s degree in a related field is highly desirable.
Training: Any recent training such as academic courses and certification programs that are relevant to this job classification.
License: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record as determined by the City.
Certifications: Requires the possession and maintenance of the SWRCB Grade IV Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator’s Certificate at time of appointment.
Other Requirements: Must have a willingness and ability to work the hours that are necessary to accomplish the job; serve as the Chief Plant Operator and be on-call, as required; travel and attend conferences, meetings, seminars and courses during work and non-work hours.
Special Requirements: Essential duties require the mental and/or physical ability to: work in a standard office environment; drive a vehicle; operate a computer; read fine print with no color deficiencies to work with color coded wires; converse over the telephone; detect noises at job sites; strength to safely lift and maneuver up to 50 pounds; mobility to bend, stoop, reach and climb; and use required respiratory protection equipment and work in adverse physical and climatic conditions.
The City of Livermore is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.