Senior Engineer

The Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District is seeking a Senior Engineer for its Capital Improvement Program. This position offers a unique and exciting opportunity to contribute to the District’s mission of enhancing the quality of life for Vallejo residents by delivering effective sewer and flood control services. We are seeking an experienced, collaborative, and goal-oriented professional to lead our exceptional Capital Improvement Program team in the successful delivery of over $50 million in currently adopted, challenging, and diverse projects. Our ten-year Program includes aggressive delivery goals for over $250 million in additional projects focusing on asset rehabilitation and regulatory compliance. This includes a multi-year, collaborative delivery project aimed at reducing nutrient loading in effluent discharge to meet regulatory permit limits by 2034.  

This supervisory-level role is designed for experienced professionals ready to lead. The Senior Engineer oversees complex engineering projects, supervises professional and technical staff, and contributes to strategic planning, budgeting, and policy development. You’ll manage sensitive and high-impact initiatives, mentor staff, and represent the District in public and interagency settings. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in engineering, a California PE license, and at least six years of professional experience, including project management and supervisory duties.

If you're ready to make an impact by stepping into this leadership role, we want to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your engineering journey with the Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District.

View the full job description by selecting the link found here: Senior Engineer.

This position will remain open until filled. For priority consideration, we encourage applicants to submit their applications by November 17, 2025. Applications received after this date may still be reviewed if a position remains available.

ABOUT THE DISTRICT

The Vallejo Flood and Wastewater District (the District) is an independent special district established by the State of California in 1952 to manage wastewater collection and treatment and protect the Vallejo community from flooding. Operating separately from the City of Vallejo, the District’s dedicated team works to enhance the city’s sanitary sewer and storm drain systems, delivering high-quality service to the community.

Governance is provided by an eight-member Board of Trustees, composed of the seven Vallejo City Council members and one at-large member appointed by the Solano County Board of Supervisors. With 98 full-time equivalent employees and an annual operating budget of approximately $47 million, the District is committed to safeguarding public health, safety, and the environment through reliable wastewater and flood control services.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Compensation: $198,449 – $218,807
• Benefits: To learn more about our benefits, visit us at Salaries & Benefits | Vallejo Wastewater, CA. 

RECRUITMENT TIMELINE (subject to change):

• First round of application review: November 17, 2025 – apply by this date to be considered in the initial review.
• Virtual panel interviews: December 3, 2025 – please plan accordingly, as alternate dates may not be available.

APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS

Step 1, Application Submission: To initiate the selection process, applicants must submit the following materials through the District’s online application system:

• An online district application
• A cover letter 
  • Please include why you are interested in applying for this position.
• A current resume 
  • Please indicate places of business, job positions held with years and months of employment, and job responsibilities of each position held.
• Responses to all supplemental questions

Applications missing any of these components may be deemed incomplete and disqualified from further consideration.

Step 2, Examination Process: Only the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the examination process, which may include one or more of the following steps, in any order:

• Application screening
• Hiring interview
• Panel selection interview
• Practical examination
• Written examination

Candidates who successfully complete the examination process will be placed on an eligibility list, which may remain active for up to two years.

Please Note:

• Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement in the selection process.
• Placement on the eligibility list does not guarantee a final hiring interview.
• Final candidates who are not currently employed in regular status by the District must pass a pre-employment physical prior to appointment.

Vallejo Flood and Wastewater District is an Equal Opportunity Employer, encouraging workforce diversity. All aspects of employment and promotion shall be without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, gender, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or medical condition.

If, due to a disability or for religious reasons, you would like to arrange for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application and examination process, we encourage you to contact the Human Resources Department at 707-652-7804. You may also contact the Human Resources Department if you have questions regarding Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity at Vallejo Wastewater.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY NOTICE

In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the District hires only individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. All new employees must provide valid documentation verifying both identity and employment eligibility at the time of hire.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

If you are a successful candidate for this position, you will be asked to take an Oath or Affirmation of Allegiance for Public Employees. All Vallejo Flood and Wastewater District employees are, by state and federal law, Disaster Service Workers. The roles and responsibilities for Disaster Service Workers are authorized by the California Emergency Services Act and are defined in the California Labor Code. In the event of a declaration of emergency, any employee may be assigned to perform activities that promote the protection of public health and safety or the preservation of lives and property. The assignment may require service at locations, times, and under conditions that are significantly different from normal work assignments and may continue into the recovery phase of the emergency. If a “Local Emergency” is declared during the employee’s shift, employees will be expected to remain at work to respond to the community's emergency needs. If a “Local Emergency” is declared outside of the employee’s shift, employees must make every effort to contact their direct supervisor or department head to obtain reporting instructions as a Disaster Service Worker. Consequently, your personal contact information must be provided to the District.

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