Water Resources Engineer (Senior Civil Engineer)

OPPORTUNITY

THE CITY OF SANTA MARIA UTILITIES DEPARTMENT

INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF

WATER RESOURCES ENGINEER

(Senior Civil Engineer job class)

$105,923.48 - $128,750.70 Annually

This recruitment will remain open until filled.

A first review of applications will occur on May 3, 2024, for first consideration submit applications by this date.

• Hiring incentive of up to $5,000 for successful candidate*

The City of Santa Maria is a full-service city with a Council/Manager form of government with over 700 employees and serves approximately 108,000 constituents. The City is located on the beautiful central coast of California and covers over 23 square miles. The community is a harmonious balance of coastal and agricultural lands while promoting business. Santa Maria has been recognized nationally as an All-America City by the National Civic League and offers reasonably priced housing, community festivals, quality schools, cultural arts, a local airport, wineries, and higher education institutions and is near locally accessible beaches.

THE DEPARTMENT:

The Utilities Department provides water, sewer, refuse collection, and disposal services to the growing City of Santa Maria, California, located on the beautiful Central Coast of California. The mission of the Utilities Department is to provide efficient utility services through the use of progressive innovation, excellent customer service, and the wise use of public resources for the long-term benefit of the community.

IDEAL CANDIDATE:

The Utilities Department is seeking an experienced Water Resources Engineer to manage and deliver various capital construction projects related to increasing water and sewer infrastructure capacity, and the future construction and commissioning of the new wastewater treatment plant facility. Civil Engineers with experience in managing and delivering projects with a background in the design and/or construction of water distribution systems, sewer collections systems, wastewater treatment plants are highly encouraged to apply for this opportunity.

The selected candidate will receive a $5,000 recruitment incentive bonus. The bonus will be paid at appointment and follow the City's Hiring Incentive Policy.

REQUIRED SUBMITTALS (due with application)

Cover letter highlighting experience and explaining interest in position.

Résumé as a supplement to the online application.

DUTIES

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

SENIOR CIVIL ENGINEER

Positions assigned to Water Resources may be responsible for:

• Planning and analyzing technical designs and calculations involving utilities.

• Providing technical guidance, training, and work supervision for technical and professional staff.

• Assisting in the development of long-range plans to assure adequate capacities and reliability related to utilities infrastructure.

• Preparing plans, specifications, and cost estimates for construction projects.

• Assembling feasibility and economic studies of alternative plans.

• Developing material and equipment standards and specifications, and operating and maintenance procedures for projects and programs.

• Performing load studies and preparing forecasts for system planning and budget preparation.

• Responding to regulatory agency citations and inquiries.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Ideally, three years of progressively responsible professional work experience in the field of civil or mechanical engineering or a closely related field; and

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in civil or mechanical engineering or a related field is required; and/or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

• For assignment to the Water Resources Division, one year of recent engineering experience in water resources management or in the design, construction, or operation of a water distribution system and/or wastewater treatment plant is desired.

• Current technical/professional knowledge of complex principles, methods, standards and techniques associated with the scope of work of a recognized profession, such as:

• Engineering design, construction practices, drafting, inspection, and surveying.

• Physics, chemistry, and mathematics as applied to civil or mechanical engineering.

• Street maintenance.

• Local, State, and Federal regulations pertaining to the construction, operation, and environmental management for landfills.

• Applicable Local, State, and Federal regulations.

• Project management and budgeting.

• Effective supervision.

• Safety precautions and procedures.

• Effective verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

• Microsoft Office Suite (or equivalent).

• Effective us of computer and other office equipment.

Possession of licenses and/or certificates associated with the assignment, such as:

• Valid certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, or Geologist issued by the State Board of Registration for Civil, Geologist, and Professional Engineers.

DESIRED CORE COMPETENCIES

Front-line Supervisor:

Incumbents should have a solid foundation of Individual Contributor core competencies identified by the organization, as well as the following core competencies identified as essential for Front-line Supervisor (click the hyper link to see the full definition Front Line Supervisor Competencies):

• Assertiveness

• Effective performers are self-confident, readily offer options and take action, and challenge others when appropriate. They trust their judgment.

• Conflict Management

• Effective performers recognize that conflict can be a valuable part of the decision-making process. They support and manage differences of opinion and use consensus and collaboration to resolve issues.

• High Standards

• Effective performers model professional standards, pay attention to detail, continually seek to improve processes, hold staff accountable, and find best practices.

• Informal Communication

• Effective performers clearly and articulately convey information to others. They accurately interpret and understand nonverbal cues.

• Positive Impact

• Effective performers make positive impressions on those around them. They are personable, self-confident, optimistic, enthusiastic, and generally likable.

• Delegation

• Effective performers willingly entrust work to others, provide clear guidelines, provide challenging assignments, and empower others.

• Active Listening

• Effective performers offer their full attention when others speak, actively listen, and demonstrate verbal and nonverbal listening cues to ensure understanding.

• Team Management

• Effective performers select and build effective work groups, understand the human dynamics of team foundation, and create and maintain functional teams. They formulate team roles, provide guidance, and reward team behavior.

• Influence

• Effective performers are skilled at directing, persuading, and motivating others. They establish a personal power base built on mutual trust, fairness, and honesty, and flex their style to direct, collaborate, or empower others.

SELECTION PROCESS

The completed electronic application packet will include the online application, including supplemental questions, and electronic attachment of a resume and cover letter. If a resume and cover letter are not attached, your application will be considered incomplete. If you are experiencing any technical (computer related) difficulties or need help with attaching documents to your application, please call the NEOGOV help line for assistance at 1-855-524-5627.

Application Ranking: Application, including resume, cover letter, and supplemental questions will be evaluated and scored. Candidates' final score and rank will be determined by their complete application packet upon meeting the employment standards of the position and be certified to the Eligibility List.

The most qualified applicants will be screened and invited to the Departmental selection interviews with the hiring department once a candidate has been certified to the Eligibility List. Note: only those applicants who best fit the needs of the Hiring Department will be considered for this opportunity.

Prior to an offer of employment, the selected candidate may undergo a background check to the satisfaction of the City.