Water Quality Program Manager

Job Description:

California Water Service Group (Cal Water) invites you to build a meaningful career with the third largest publicly traded water utility in the United States. Guided by our mission to be the leading provider of water and wastewater services, we are dedicated to improving the quality of life for the customers, communities, and employees we serve. Our culture is grounded in core values—integrity, quality, service, value, health and safety, respect and collaboration, and corporate citizenship—and is reflected in our recognition as a Top Workplace, a Great Place to Work, and a J.D. Power leader in customer satisfaction for multiple years.

Join Cal Water and be part of a purpose driven organization where your work makes a lasting impact.

The Water Quality Program Manager performs complex tasks to implement, maintain, and comply with all water quality and environmental regulations and programs within an assigned region. Primary responsibilities focus on drinking water public health, regulatory planning and compliance, and Division of Drinking Water (DDW) permitting. This position is located in Bakersfield, California.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Performs complex tasks to ensure compliance with water quality regulations within the assigned region

Communicates in a timely manner with the DDW as required to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal water quality regulations

Primary liaison between the Company, districts, state and federal agencies, the Division of Drinking Water (DDW) and fosters relationship with these group

Prepares and reviews Consumer Confidence Reports, Annual Water Quality reports, Monthly reporting and any other internal and external reporting

Communicates in a timely manner with the DDW as required to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal water quality regulation

Develops sampling plans and assesses analytical results of raw and finished water to ensure regulatory compliance

Obtains the appropriate permits whenever changes or modifications are made to the drinking water system

Assesses new water supply source data to ensure quality and regulatory compliance and identifies/recommends appropriate treatment technologies for removal of contaminants

Develops water quality monitoring schedules for sources, water treatment plants, and distribution systems in accordance with applicable regulations

Works with the Cross Connection Control Program Manager to ensure the program is in compliance with state and federal requirements

Trains applicable Company personnel on sample collection, water quality regulations, water treatment operations, and all other water quality-related topics

Responds to emergencies 24/7 and works with district management to assess conditions, coordinate communication with key internal staff, and relay clear and concise information to regulators

Manages water quality projects of various scope, schedule, and budget in coordination with the District and Engineering team Provides water quality input in the development of capital projects and strategic planning

Provides guidance to all operations management staff on water quality problem-solving and regulatory compliance

Performs analytical calculations to ensure adequate treatment of water

Participates in and supports the Company’s Continuous Improvement program and projects

Performs other similar duties as assigned

Exhibits behavior that supports a safety culture; attends and participates at all required safety training programs; adheres to Company Safety Policies; uses Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as appropriate, reports safety issues/concerns to management in a timely manner, and encourages others to behave in the same manner

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or Environmental Engineering Three years of experience working in water quality compliance

State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator Grade 2 Certification preferred (required to obtain within 1 year)
State Water Resources Control Board Water Treatment Operator Grade 2 Certification preferred (required to obtain within 1 year)
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