East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) is currently seeking a high level, technical and subject matter expert in the wastewater field to join the Wastewater Department. The position has technical responsibility for directing and providing technical support for wastewater treatment and processes, planning to meet future regulations, managing the asset management program for the Wastewater Treatment Division, and leading the technology and software support group for the Wastewater Department. Successful candidates will be able to apply broad based operational knowledge of wastewater system technology and develop and implement programs to monitor and improve wastewater operations and maintenance. This position will report directly to the Director of Wastewater.The ideal candidate will have comprehensive knowledge of the regulations governing wastewater treatment and discharge and extensive wastewater treatment process experience, including liquids stream treatment and solids treatment, knowledge of various software technology solutions for wastewater treatment processes, and asset management. This knowledge and experience must include a strong understanding of the underlying chemical and biological processes. This candidate will demonstrate proficiency in analyzing and evaluating complex wastewater treatment and environmental regulations; coordinating multi-disciplinary resources to address technical and regulatory issues; and evaluating alternatives to reach sound conclusions. This candidate will have strong communication skills, including the ability to make clear, concise and effective written, graphic and oral presentations of complex or controversial information. In addition to having a breadth and depth of technical knowledge and experience, the ideal candidate will have the ability to communicate and collaborate within a team environment. It is critical for this position to establish and maintain effective working relationships through open, honest communication, and to maintain a positive, collaborative approach with both internal and external stakeholders. The annual salary is $186,816 up to $283,344. Initial placement within the range is based upon qualifications. Appointment is typically made at or below the control point ($242,856 per year).EBMUD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity (including transgender status), gender expression, marital or registered domestic partnership status, age for individuals age forty or older, national origin, ancestry, disability (mental or physical), medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veterans status, family or medical leave status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical condition), pregnancy disability leave status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and other categories protected by federal, state and/or local laws.1.A bachelor’s degree with major work in engineering, environmental science physics, chemistry, biology, or closely related field, relevant to wastewater treatment operations; and2.Eight (8) years of experience as a technical expert, supervisor, or manager leading the operation of a major technical program in a wastewater system of similar complexity to EBMUD. Major emphasis will have been on treatment system technology, and environmental protection in a large, complex wastewater treatment system.Possession of either a graduate degree or civil engineering licensure, as stated below, may substitute for three (3) years of the required experience.a. A graduate degree (Master’s or Doctorate) in a closely related field, which included coursework and/or research completed, on subject matter directly related to the wastewater treatment process; or,b. A civil engineering license in the state of California.Must have the physical characteristics to perform the critical and important duties of the job; willingness to work outside of regular work hours as needed, and possession of a valid California driver’s license and satisfactory driving record. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. To be considered under the “equivalent combination of education and experience” provision, it is your responsibility to include in your application materials written evidence of employment performed at the level of the typical duties of this position and/or coursework in subject areas directly related to this position. For more information, see our FAQ page at http://www.ebmud.com/jobs/job-resources/job-faqs-frequently-asked-questions/.1.Submit a completed EBMUD application and the required supplemental question responses online at www.ebmud.com by 4:30 p.m., Friday, March 28, 2025. Only application materials submitted online during the filing period will be accepted.2.Candidates must achieve a passing score on each test part in order to advance to the next step in the selection process.3.All qualified applications and supplemental responses will be competitively evaluated, with those candidates receiving a passing score to be invited to a panel interview tentatively scheduled for late March or early April.4.Successful candidates will be placed on the hiring list, based on rank, for further consideration to fill the current regular vacancy, as well as others occurring over the next 12 to 24 months.5.The probation period for this position is 12 months. For those holding civil service status the probation period is 6 months.6.All employment offers are conditional, pending the results of a Live Scan background screening. All selected finalists must participate in the Live Scan background screening process to remain in consideration for EBMUD employment.As the first step in the selection process, responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted online with the regular EBMUD application. Please provide thorough, accurate descriptions of assignments you have personally performed. Should you respond with comments such as “see application” or “see resume” instead of addressing the questions directly, your application may not be considered. Please limit your responses to no more than one page per question.
