Job Abstract

The East Bay Municipal Utility District’s (EBMUD’s) Wastewater Planning Section is seeking a highly qualified individual with exceptional technical, problem-solving and communication skills. The Associate Civil or Mechanical Engineer will manage high-profile projects related to implementation of key initiatives in the Wastewater Department. The Department has a capital improvement plan valued at over $400M over the next five years. The selected individual will perform a variety of complex engineering tasks associated with the planning, design, and operation of a large wastewater treatment plant and interceptor system. This individual will play a key role in managing infrastructure improvements required to support the growing food waste digestion program.

Core responsibilities include:

• Leading cross-departmental efforts to develop effective engineering solutions to manage key initiatives, including EBMUD’s nutrient management program, the renowned resource recovery and renewable energy program, asset management program, and infrastructure renewal.

• Directing the work of staff, including Junior and Assistant Engineers and leading interdisciplinary, cross-divisional project teams.

• Preparing and implementing wastewater master plans, facility plans, and environmental review documentation.

• Developing and managing the Wastewater Department’s capital budget.

• Effectively representing EBMUD in external stakeholder meetings and industry associations.

• Preparing feasibility studies and engineering financial analyses to support effective decision making.

• Preparing and presenting project findings and recommendations in written and oral formats.

• Negotiating agreements with outside agencies and private parties.

• Coordinating with outside agencies to ensure protection of critical wastewater collection and treatment system infrastructure.

The ideal candidates will possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Strong technical understanding of wastewater treatment processes, technologies, and key emerging issues.

• Strong project management skills, with experience managing complex projects, including projects involving expert consultants.

• Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary environment, quickly assimilate new information, and communicate clear, reasoned recommendations.

• Ability to successfully manage multiple priorities, complete projects on time and within budget.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Experience in planning wastewater programs/projects, design of wastewater, recycled water, and/or water infrastructure, permitting and environmental documentation, and a master’s degree in a relevant field are highly desirable.

Flexible/hybrid work from home schedule may be available for some positions in this job classification.

The salary range is $12,383 per month increasing to $13,002, $13,652, $14,335 and $15,052 after 6, 18, 30, and 42 months, respectively.

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 in an ABET accredited civil, mechanical or environmental engineering curriculum or a California Engineer-In-Training Certificate.

2. Two years of civil, geotechnical, mechanical, or sanitary engineering experience comparable to or higher than EBMUD’s Assistant Engineer class.

3. California registration as a Professional Civil or Mechanical Engineer.

4. Possession of a valid California driver’s license and a 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, July 12, 2024. 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.

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. Candidates are advised that their answers to these questions are their opportunity to communicate their abilities and experience. The answers will be used to evaluate the candidate’s ability to write clearly and concisely while directly answering the question. Should you respond with comments such as “see application” or “see resume” instead of addressing the questions directly, your application may not be considered.