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Established in 1889 the City of Paso Robles was originally known for its mineral hot springs and local resources. The City has always had a deep connection to the water and systems that serve its land and people. That dedication has continued today in our Water Division. We are dedicated to providing water that exceeds all state and federal water standards for our community.

We are seeking a Water Quality Supervisor who displays proficiency and high attention to detail in their work while performing a variety of complex, technical, and problem-solving activities within the Water Division. This dynamic position is responsible for ensuring all standards are met by executing the planning, operations, and regulatory compliance of the water quality program for the City’s production, treatment, and distribution facilities.

The Community
El Paso de Robles, or "The Pass of the Oaks," is located halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, in San Luis Obispo County. Paso Robles is surrounded by scenic rolling hills and California’s premier wine regions and is only 27 miles from beautiful beaches. This thriving community of over 30,000 actively engaged residents possesses the benefits of a suburban-rural community while retaining a small-town feel. With over 200 wineries nearby and a bustling downtown with a variety of excellent restaurants and specialty retail, Paso Robles is fast becoming one of the most desirable and places to live, work, and play.

Paso Robles has a long history of agriculture and hospitality resulting in a strong work ethic and an enjoyable quality of life. Once hailed as the “Almond Capital of the World”, Paso Robles is now known for top quality food, wine, beer, distilled spirits, and an annual calendar filled with events that celebrate everything from wine to pioneers to classic cars. Paso Robles has been honored by the national media, including Country Living’s “10 Best Small Towns in America”; Travel and Leisure Magazine’s “Best Small Towns to Retire to in America”; the Today Show’s “Top Summer Destination for 2021”; a New York Times “Must Visit Region”; Sunset Magazine’s “Best Travel Spots for 2021”; and Wine Enthusiast Magazine’s “Wine Region of the Year”.

The City understands the importance of business development and works hard to attract commerce in a diverse array of industries. The economic outlook for Paso Robles continues to be strong. The housing market is robust and offers a wide array of housing choices including new neighborhoods, houses with acreage, infill, and charming Victorian homes, with a median home price of about $634,500. Paso Robles also has excellent schools, both public and private. Approximately half an hour away is the nationally ranked Cal Poly State University in San Luis Obispo, and within the city of Paso Robles is Cuesta College, North County Campus.

Typical Duties

• Develop and effectively implement water quality sampling and testing programs
• Prioritize and perform, assign, supervise, and review work related to sampling and testing required for the City's water production, treatment, and distribution facilities
• Communicate and coordinate with utility billing and field staff regarding water service issues, customer complaints and reports, re-reads, customer noticing, and shutoffs
• Ensure compliance with sampling plans, federal and state regulatory requirements, laboratory requirements, data management, record keeping, and reporting
• Maintain and assist with the preparation of documents and records including, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Chemical Hygiene Plan, Hazardous Materials Plan, and Operations Plan/Emergency Response Plan
• Provide timely notifications of exceptions and results exceeding trigger levels; identify, plan, and implement corrective actions and maintain documentation
• Provide due diligence review of water quality data and oversee the preparation of water quality reports and consumer confidence reports
• Participate in the development and implementation of division goals, objectives, and priorities
• Monitor and analyze trends and changes in legislation and regulations affecting the City’s water system
• Participate in the selection of assigned personnel, train staff in work procedures, evaluate employee performance, counsel employees, and effectively recommend initial disciplinary action
• Identify, plan, organize, and schedule the daily and long-term water quality activities as related to monitoring source waters, reservoirs, treatment plants, distributing systems, and ground water sources
• Oversee and participate in water sample testing; interpret and prepare data, spreadsheets, and reports for the City and various regulatory agencies, consultants, and other public agencies on water quality, operations, and water production
• Assist in the evaluation of water treatment and distribution facilities; participate in design and operation of pilot water treatment equipment to verify design parameters and collect necessary operating data
• Oversee on-call contract laboratories for analytical testing services associated with routine/special regulatory compliance, process control, and special projects
• Perform related duties as required

Employment Standards & Special Requirements
Knowledge of:

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Supervisory principles and practices including work planning, assignment, review, training, and evaluation

• Applicable federal, state, and local codes, laws, and regulations
• Research, reporting, and records management principles and practices
• Mathematical principles and basic water chemistry
• Basic organization and operation of the City and outside agencies
• Occupational safety and health rules and regulations including safety equipment, practices, and handling of hazardous chemicals
• Computer applications, including Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Visio, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation

Ability to:

• Develop and effectively implement water quality sampling and testing programs
• Interpret, apply, explain, and implement policies, procedures, and technical processes
• Make sound decisions within established guidelines
• Plan, organize, train, evaluate, and direct work of assigned staff to meet changing priorities and deadlines
• Develop and implement methods for examination and monitoring of water quality for compliance with the total coliform rule, surface water treatment rule, disinfection byproducts plan, and constituent and bacteriological sampling triggered by new construction, repairs, outages and low pressures, dewatering, and similar circumstances
• Lead, supervise, and motivate assigned staff
• Recommend and implement goals, objectives, policies, and procedures for providing water quality program activities and operations
• Respond tactfully, clearly, concisely, and appropriately to inquiries from the public, City staff, or other agencies on sensitive issues in area of responsibility
• Effectively represent the department and the City in meetings with community groups various business, professional, and regulatory organizations

Must be available for regular standby assignments and work emergency overtime as required and in accordance with the SEIU Memorandum of Understanding.

Education & Experience:
Any combination of training and experience, which would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be graduation from high school (or equivalent) and four years of related experience.

Graduation from a four-year college or university with major course work in chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, environmental science, public health, or natural or physical science is highly desirable.

Licenses and Certifications:
Must possess a:

• Valid California Class C driver license
• Satisfactory driving record
• Grade II Water Distribution certificate

Requires the possession of or ability to obtain the following in a one-year timeframe:

• Grade II Water Treatment certificate
• Grade III Water Distribution certificate

Selection Procedure & Application Process

This recruitment is open until filled and may close at any time. To be considered with the next pull of applicants, apply now!

This is a confidential recruitment and will be handled accordingly throughout the various stages of the process. Candidates should be aware that references will not be contacted until mutual interest has been established.

Applications received will be reviewed for accuracy, completeness and job related qualifications. A limited number of persons whose applications clearly demonstrate they most closely meet the requirements may be invited to participate in the selection process, which may be any combination of written, oral, and/or performance exams. All statements made in the application materials are subject to verification. False statements will be cause for disqualification or discharge.

Appointment is subject to successfully passing a pre-employment physical, background, and criminal history check. Before starting work, applicants must present documentation of their identity, authorization to work in the United States and a DMV driving record. The City of Paso Robles participates in E-Verify (more information can be found at www.PRCity.com/HR). Following appointment, a 12-month probationary period may be required as the final phase of the appointment process.

The email address you provide on the City application will be the primary means of communication the City will use to contact you regarding your application and this recruitment. If you have questions regarding the application process, please contact Human Resources at (805) 227-7234, or by email at Jobs@PRCity.com.

All persons employed by the City of Paso Robles are designated as "Disaster Service Workers" as defined in the California Government Code Section 3100 and 3101.

The City of Paso Robles provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $79,739.66 - $101,210.72 per year

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