The Position
The City of Riverside is accepting applications for the position of
Wastewater Resources Analyst / Wastewater Resources Analyst Trainee* to fill one (1) vacancy in the
Sewer Administration Division of the
Public Works Department. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.
Under general direction, a Wastewater Resources Analyst / Wastewater Resources Analyst Trainee is to participate in wastewater resources planning, analysis, regulatory compliance auditing, training, and reporting; to perform computer systems planning, database development and data management; to conduct site inspections and sampling; to implement regulatory compliance programs as they apply to wastewater and storm water discharge, air quality, and waste solids program management; and to do related work as required.
Candidate's applications will be screened and qualified at the level commensurate with their education and experience.
Wastewater Resources Analyst $7,816.00 - $9,499.00 Monthly$93,792.00 - $113,988.00 Annually Wastewater Resources Analyst Trainee* $6,750.00 - $7,444.00 Monthly
$81,000.00 - $89,328.00 Annually*Wastewater Resources Analyst Trainees must meet the minimum requirements of the Wastewater Resources Analyst within 12 months of appointment. Work Performed
Typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following (depending on area and level of assignment):
- Participate in the development of criteria and assumptions for wastewater treatment and storm water planning and analysis.
- Perform program and project management, including the development of scopes of work, requests for proposals, budget planning, and oversight of contractors and consultants in the completion of their duties.
- Perform assigned duties to analyze and characterize wastewater system load characteristics and trends; identify factors influencing wastewater collection system load capacity, strength and the level of influence of such factors; develop wastewater load projections, various load duration from system users and determine resources to efficiently and economically serve system loads.
- Prepare compliance documentation in response to inquiries from regulatory agencies or to support regulatory compliance programs.
- Review and interpret regulations, recommend methods and develop programs to ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations as they pertain to wastewater collection or treatment systems, storm water and urban runoff management programs and participate in program and compliance auditing.
- Manage computer software programs necessary to analyze and evaluate wastewater system capacity, monitor and document on going compliance, and the resources required to efficiently utilize field resources.
- Analyze and complete assigned wastewater projects related, but not limited to, environmental issues, sewer rates, budgeting, National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit requirements, CalEPA programs, and South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) Permitting program.
- Assist in, and undertake, development of reports, graphic materials, information methods and media, and in making presentations of resources reports.
- Compile information related to regulatory permit applications; prepare clear and concise technical reports, and memoranda.
- Serve on Departmental and Inter-Departmental committees.
- Serve as a representative of the City to wastewater organizations, project committees, industry stakeholder meetings, or other related organizations.
- Prepare training materials and conduct training sessions in order to ensure compliance with NPDES requirements and air quality permits.
- Perform review of Water Quality Management Plans (WQMP) and conduct inspections of WQMP sites and Post Construction BMPs.
- Perform field investigations, facility inspections, and sampling to ensure compliance with NPDES permit requirements.
- Manage and administer storm drain trash capture program to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Manage and administer environmental programs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements from the State Water Resources Control Board, South Coast AQMD, California Department of Fish and Wildlife, and other regulatory agencies.
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures for record keeping and reporting activities.
- Develop and maintain electronic reporting templates.
- Manage special studies and coordinate activities with in-house and contract laboratory services.
- Conduct internal audits and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Assist in developing, reviewing, and updating plans and procedures for Sewer Systems Management and Facility Pollution Prevention.
- Assist in budget development and monitoring.
Qualifications
Recruitment Guidelines: Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in engineering, business, science, environmental science, or related field.
Experience: Two years of progressively responsible experience in wastewater resource or regulatory program planning, development and oversight, wastewater facilities operation, collection or discharge compliance. Demonstrated experience in simultaneously coordinating competing projects and activities across multiple disciplines.
Necessary Special RequirementPossession of an appropriate, valid class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
Selection Process
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION: 1) Completed Employment Application
2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire
PLEASE NOTE: FOR DIRECTIONS ON ATTACHING A DOCUMENT TO AN ON-LINE APPLICATION, OR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: ( Application Guide). IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS: If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.
The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.
It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.
Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.
NOTE : The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.
Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:
- An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/.
- An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.
All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement. THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT. 
