County of Sonoma · 2 days ago
Water Agency Operations Engineer
Santa Rosa, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expThe County of Sonoma is seeking a qualified Operations Engineer for the Sonoma County Water Agency. The role involves supporting the agency's mission to manage natural resources, overseeing engineering projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating across departments to enhance asset management programs.
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Responsibilities
Collaborating with regulatory agencies and analyzing water, wastewater, and business data
Coordinating efforts with Design and Water Resource Planning engineers and Operations and Maintenance personnel to ensure seamless project execution
Managing compliance with regulations under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) and the Statewide Waste Discharge Requirements for both wastewater and stormwater
Managing small construction projects with CSI specs and design drawings
Qualification
Required
Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Professional Civil, Control System, Electrical, and/or Mechanical Engineer issued by the State of California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors at time of application submission
Possession of a valid California driver's license at the appropriate level, including necessary special endorsements, as required by the State of California to perform the essential job functions of the position
Any combination of experience that would provide the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, two years of water or wastewater engineering experience at a level comparable to Water Agency Engineer II would provide such opportunity
Any combination of education and training that would provide the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, graduation from a four-year college or university with major course work in mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering with emphasis in water resources, hydraulics, hydrology, or a closely related field would provide such opportunity
Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Professional Mechanical Engineer issued by the State of California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Professional Electrical and/or Control System Engineer issued by the State of California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Professional Civil Engineer issued by the State of California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
Preferred
Experience working in a water and wastewater regulatory environment and working knowledge and understanding of water and wastewater treatment
Some experience working on capital projects in a public works/utility environment
AutoCAD and/or GIS skills, along with a technical savviness to utilize current engineering-related applications
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to address engineering challenges
The ability to effectively collaborate with colleagues to complete complex reports and other assignments
A positive attitude, good sense of humor, and ability to effectively interact with all levels in the organization
Benefits
Salary Advancement - A salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range
Paid Time Off - Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year
County Paid Health Premium Contributions- 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options
Staff Development/Wellness Pay - Annual benefit allowances of up to $1500 and ongoing education/training opportunities
Post-Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement- County contributions to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits
Retirement- A pension fully integrated with Social Security
Paid Parental Leave - May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) after 12 months of County employment
Student Loan Debt Relief – County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education
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