Cal Water Jobs in Bakersfield – Interim Water Quality Program Manager

Job Description:

The Interim 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, CA.

Job Responsibilities:

• Communicates in a timely manner with the DDW as required to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal water quality regulations
• Prepares and reviews Consumer Confidence Reports, Annual Water Quality reports, Monthly reporting and any other internal and external reporting
• Develops water quality monitoring schedules for sources, water treatment plants, and distribution systems in accordance with applicable regulations
• Communicates in a timely manner with the DDW as required to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal water quality regulations
• Obtains the appropriate permits whenever changes or modifications are made to the drinking water system
• Develops sampling plans and assesses analytical results of raw and finished water to ensure regulatory compliance
• Primary liaison between the Company, districts, state and federal agencies, the Division of Drinking Water (DDW) and fosters relationship with these groups
• Assesses new water supply source data to ensure quality and regulatory compliance and identifies/recommends appropriate treatment technologies for removal of contaminants
• Performs complex tasks to ensure compliance with water quality regulations within the assigned region
• Works with the Cross Connection Control Program Manager to ensure the program is in compliance with state and federal requirements

Qualification & Experience:

• Water Distribution Operator Grade 2 Certification preferred (required to obtain within 1 year)
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications
• Cross Connection Control Specialist Certification preferred
• Water Treatment Operator Grade 2 Certification preferred (required to obtain within 1 year)
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering and/or equivalent relevant experience
• State Water Resources Control Board
• Three years of experience working in water quality compliance
• Upon hire, must provide proof of COVID vaccination status
• Valid California Driver License

Job Details:

Company: California Water Service Company

Vacancy Type:  Full Time

Job Location: Bakersfield, CA, US

Application Deadline: N/A

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