JOB POSTING
THE SANITATION DISTRICTS OF LOS ANGELES COUNTYinvites applications for the position of:Research ManagerPOSTING #SG-086-24EOUR MISSION The Sanitation Districts protect public health and the environment through innovative and cost-effective wastewater and solid waste management, and in doing so convert waste into resources such as recycled water, energy and recycled materials.
The Sanitation Districts is currently recruiting to fill one (1) Research Manager in the Technical Services Department, Wastewater Research Section. This position will report to our Joint Administration Office (JAO) in Whittier. The position will require frequent travel between our Joint Administrative Office and A.K. Warren Resources Facility in Carson .
TECHNICAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT, WASTEWATER RESERACH SECTIONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS To manage a group of professional and technical support staff to perform wastewater and solid waste research projects; and to act as a liaison with other work groups to establish research related project priorities and schedules.
JOB SUMMARY: Under general supervision of a higher-level Engineering Manager, the Research Manager oversees an annual budget of $5 million dollars and a group of 18 professional and technical support staff to perform wastewater and solid waste research projects and acts as a liaison with other work groups to establish research related project priorities and schedules.
The incumbent will be responsible for coordinating the work of an engineering section engaged in research work supporting both solid waste and wastewater operations; supervising, conducting and reviewing complex studies and preparing correspondence and reports; specifying and reviewing work procedures and standards; reviewing and recommending human resources actions including selections, evaluations and discipline for employees of the division; ensuring the completion of projects in the interest of technical adequacy, efficiency, safety and timeliness; acting as agency liaison with other governmental agencies and citizen groups; and performing related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must possess the following: A valid California Class C driver license
-AND- A bachelor's degree in a relevant science or engineering from an accredited college or university
-AND- One year of experience in the Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts at or above the level of a Supervising Engineer I
-OR- Three years of non-Districts' experience performing supervisory duties over Professional Engineers or Professional Researchers engaged in wastewater or solid waste or other relevant environmental research activities.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS : - Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer
EXAMPLES OF ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
The competitive selection process may cover a knowledge of: Principles of supervision and research methods; personnel management policies; principles, practices, techniques, developments and methods of professional engineering; common practices of research groups supporting wastewater and solid waste operations; tools used to model performance of wastewater treatment processes. The ability to: Develop and manage research programs; collect, prepare, and analyze data; develop and operate bench and pilot scale demonstration projects; prepare papers and presentations to document the results of research efforts; manage the work of professional engineering and non-engineering employees; prepare, critique and implement solutions for complex engineering problems; communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please apply online at www.lacsd.org within the application period. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed LACSD Employment Application or online application. Check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as notifications may be sent via e-mail. Please make sure that your registered email address is accurate and current. To ensure proper delivery add
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SELECTION PROCESS:- Applications and Supplemental Questions will be reviewed and evaluated for relevant experience.
- Candidates considered to have the best qualifications will be invited to an oral interview.
- The selection process will consist of an oral interview weighted at 100%
- There will be a written assessment included as part of the interview.
- An eligibility list will be established upon completion of the interview based on the interview scores.
NOTE:
Prior to appointment, a thorough reference check will be conducted. The recommended candidate must undergo a job related pre-employment drug screen and finger printing through DOJ. Candidates are also subject to a review of their DMV records for moving violations, chargeable accidents or more serious charges. As an equal opportunity employer, the Districts strongly encourage people with disabilities and people from historically marginalized communities to apply.
REMOVE FROM BULLETIN: APRIL 30, 2024
RETIREMENT - CALPERS: The Districts belong to the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS), and all monthly status new hires will be enrolled in CalPERS. Most new hires will be enrolled in the defined benefit formula of 2% @ 62 in accordance with the Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) and are required to contribute to the plan (7.75% for the 23/24). Those who qualify based on current or previous public service may be enrolled in the defined benefit formula in place on December 31, 2012, which was 2% @ 55 and are considered “classic” members. For “classic” members, the Districts pay the “employee share.” Please contact the Human Resources Department for more information regarding contribution rates. Although Districts employees are exempt from Social Security, employees are required by federal law to contribute a percentage of their salary for Medicare coverage.
- DEFERRED COMP: For Management Unit employees, the Districts contributes 3% of the employee's CalPERS salary to an eligible deferred compensation plan pursuant to Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code. In addition, the Districts provides a matching contribution to an eligible deferred compensation plan pursuant to Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code. The match with each paycheck will be the lesser of: 3% of the employee's base monthly salary as listed in the Salary Schedule; and the amount the employee is contributing with that paycheck. The annual total combined employee and employer contribution are subject to IRS limits.
COMPENSATION Employees receive annual salary increases until reaching step 5 of the salary range and are provided with opportunities to promote. Cost of living adjustments are implemented annually in accordance with labor agreements.
HEALTH INSURANCE - MEDICAL: Districts paid. Employees may choose from several HMO and Indemnity plans. As of January 1, 2024, the Districts contribute $2,202.87 per month for medical insurance. Depending on the choice of health plan, the Districts contribution covers all or a large portion of the premium for family coverage.
- DENTAL: Districts paid. The Districts pay the full premium for employee and dependent coverage for a prepaid dental program which provides for most routine dental care through a panel of contracting dentists with no deductibles. Employees are eligible to enroll in an indemnity plan if requested within thirty days after completion of three years of employment (sooner for some bargaining units), or during subsequent open enrollment periods.
- LIFE: The Districts pay for a term life policy. Employees can buy additional types and amounts of life insurance coverage at group rates.
LEAVE TIME - VACATION: Employees receive 88 hours of paid vacation after one full year of service, increasing up to 128 hours per year after five years, 168 hours per year after 15 years. Prior to one year of full service, employees are given partial vacation time on January 1, based on the time worked in the preceding year.
- SICK LEAVE : Eight hours of full-pay sick leave per month.
- PERSONAL LEAVE: Employees may use up to 40 hours per calendar year from current sick leave for personal reasons.
HOLIDAYS 13 paid holidays and one-half paid holiday depending on the employee's work schedule.
TUITION REIMBURSEMENTEmployees may be eligible for tuition reimbursement for approved accredited course work.
STUDENT LOAN PAYMENT REIMBURSEMENTThe Districts will provide student loan payment reimbursements for principal or interest paid by the employee on a qualified education loan incurred by the employee for the education of the employee. The annual maximum reimbursement is $5,250 and the lifetime reimbursement limit is $21,000.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & OTHER BENEFITS - A rewarding career contributing to society and the environment.
- Flexible work schedules (e.g. 9/80 schedule) depending on the worksite.
- Clear policies and procedures.
- Health and safety programs.
- Carpool opportunities with monetary incentives depending on the worksite.
More detailed benefits information can be found here: Districts Benefits
NOTE: The provisions of this posting do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this posting may be modified and/or revoked without notice.
Updated December 29, 2023
Closing Date/Time: 4/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
