Water Project Manager Job at City of Santa Cruz, CA
City of Santa Cruz, CA United States
$9,668 - $12,462 a month
Class Title
Water Conservation Manager
Class Code
753
Salary
$9,668.00 - $12,462.00 Monthly
Basic Function
Under general direction, develops, plans, organizes and manages the City's water conservation programs and activities; manages the Water Conservation Section; develops and implements programs and materials to promote the efficient use of the City's water supply by its residential, commercial, industrial and irrigation customers; represents the City on water conservation issues to the public, the media and other agencies; and, performs other related duties as assigned.
Distinguishing Characteristics
The Water Conservation Manager is a section manager level classification responsible for managing the Water Conservation Section, assisting with the long-range water supply planning, preparing water management plans for the City, and managing water supplies and demand when drought conditions occur. The Water Conservation Manager is distinguished from the next lower level classification, Senior Water Conservation Representative, in that the latter is responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of water conservation programs while the Water Conservation Manager is responsible for the overall coordination and management of the water conservation programs.
Typical Duties
(may include, but are not limited to, the following):
- Develops, plans, manages and coordinates water conservation programs and projects; participates with other Water Department managers in strategic planning, water supply planning, and integrated water planning; assists with special projects in other sections and acts as a resource to other department staff in the area of water conservation.
- Manages the operations, services and activities of the Water Conservation Section; supervises, trains and evaluates staff; manages the work of consultants performing future water supply planning.
- Interprets, explains and applies local, state and federal regulations related to water conservation.
- Conducts and supervises the collection, analysis and interpretation of information related to water supply and demand.
- Develops and implements plans, such as the City's Water Conservation Plan, Water Shortage Contingency Plan and Urban Water Management Plan, in accordance with State law.
- Develops and implements water conservation programs in accordance with established guidelines; evaluates the outcome and effectiveness of program efforts.
- Oversees and participates in the development of project and program budgets and the Water Conservation Section budget; forecasts necessary funds for staffing, materials and supplies; negotiates and oversees contracts; writes and administers grants.
- Prepares complex technical and administrative reports; prepares written correspondence.
- Makes presentations to department staff, committees and commissions, City Council and community groups.
- Acts as staff to technical committees or commissions.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Position requires prolonged sitting; standing and walking on level and uneven surfaces; reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping; and working indoors and outdoors. This position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading written materials and a computer monitor. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service. The need to lift, drag and push files, paper and documents weighing up to 25 pounds also is required. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.
Minimum Qualifications
(Knowledge and Abilities)
Thorough knowledge of:
- water conservation issues, programs and strategies.
- federal and state legislation and regulations related to water conservation and environmental resource protection, such as the California Environmental Quality Act.
- methods used in analyzing and forecasting residential and commercial water use.
- mathematics and statistical principles, applicable to the preparation of water management studies and reports.
- methods and techniques of record keeping and report preparation and writing.
Working knowledge of:
- principles, practices, and techniques of water resources management and water utility operations, including the technical issues related to water resources planning.
- principles and practices of project and program development, administration and evaluation.
- office practices, methods and equipment, including a computer and applicable software.
Some knowledge of:
- physical and natural sciences, including biology, geology and hydrology.
- principles and practices of supervision and training.
- principles and practices of workplace safety.
Ability to:
- coordinate and direct water conservation programs.
- plan, organize and direct the work of assigned staff and consultants.
- interpret, explain and apply applicable policies, procedures, laws, codes and regulations pertaining to water conservation.
- research and analyze technical, legal and environmental issues and take or recommend appropriate actions.
- analyze administrative, operational and organizational issues, evaluate alternatives and make sound decisions.
- recommend adjustments to standard operating procedures to improve effectiveness of operation and comply with regulatory changes.
- act as a technical advisor to the Director and departmental managers and staff.
- develop and implement polices, procedures and goals for assigned areas of responsibility.
- communicate clearly, both orally and in writing; prepare clear and concise reports, and make clear and concise presentations.
- develop and administer section and project budgets.
- negotiate and administer contracts.
- prepare and administer grants.
- establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Education and/or Experience
Any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for the Water Conservation Manager may be qualifying. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications would be:
- A bachelor's degree in environmental studies, physical science, education, public relations or a related field and three years of progressively responsible experience related to water conservation, utility operations or resource management.
Licenses/Certificates
- Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California driver's license and a safe driving record.
Other requirements
- Willingness to attend evening and weekend meetings, as required.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
- Possession of a Water Conservation Practitioner Certificate issued by the California-Nevada (CA-NV) section of the American Water Works Association.
- Supervisory experience.
Class Detail
Reports to: Deputy Water Director/Engineering Manager
Supervises: Water Conservation Representatives, Senior Water Conservation Representatives, temporary staff, volunteers and/or interns.
Bargaining Unit: Management
Classification No.: 753
Date of Issue: 06/05
Supersedes: 9/94 (Formerly Water Conservation Coordinator)
SALARY
- The current salary range for this position is posted on the City website. Appointment may be made commensurate with experience. See the Mid-Management MOU documents on the City website for further details on pay rates and practices.
APPOINTMENT
- Any candidate selected by the appointing department may be required to pass a pre-employment medical exam administered by a City-selected physician before hire to non-sedentary positions. Prior to starting work, all newly hired employees will be fingerprinted to check conviction history. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment. Candidates must present documentation verifying authorization to work in the United States and take a loyalty oath as required by the State of California at the time of hire. Appointments to regular positions are subject to a six-month probationary period which is considered a part of the selection process. Probationary employees may be terminated without recourse during this period. Positions which are covered by the Department of Transportation regulations are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and to random drug and alcohol testing.
LEAVE
Vacation – 80 hours/year up to 5 years, 120 hours/year 6-10 years, plus 8 hours for each year after 10 years up to a maximum of 160 hours/year.
Sick – 12 days/year
Holidays – up to 11 days/year
Floating Holidays - 24 hours per year - prorated for part-time
Floating Holidays - 24 hours per year - prorated for part-time
INSURANCE – (available to employee and eligible dependents)
Medical – Depends on plan selected; City generally pays at least 90% of the cost of coverage. Participating members make an additional $35 contribution per pay period towards health care benefits.
Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program – City currently pays full cost of employee and family coverage. Pro-rated for part-time.
Life – City provides a $25,000 life insurance policy.
Long Term Disability – City provides a long term disability plan.
MANAGEMENT LEAVE/OPTIONAL BENEFIT PLAN
80 hours of additional vacation per year. A $1,300 (less than 10 yrs) or $1,500 (greater than 10 yrs) annual contribution may be used to purchase additional vacation, be place in deferred compensation account or be paid in cash (cashout limited to 20 hours).
RETIREMENT
All regular employees become members of PERS. Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) 2% @ 62 (3 year average). Prior PERS membership may affect retirement formula. Employees contribute 11.25% of their salary to PERS on a pre-tax basis. An employee is vested after 5 years of membership. No Social Security is withheld.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS (not all inclusive)
457 Deferred Compensation Plan
Accident Protection Insurance
Cancer and Critical Illness Insurance
Direct Deposit
Discount Bus Pass Program
Flexible Spending Plans for Health & Dependent Care
Longevity Pay (after 10 years and 15 years)
In lieu Medical Reimbursement of $200 /month
Supplemental Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
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