The City of Rohnert Park 

Invites Applications for:
 
WATER QUALITY SPECIALIST

SALARY RANGE:

$4,230 - $5,141/month

"DEDICATED SERVICE"

An Equal Opportunity Employer

THE COMMUNITY

The gateway to Sonoma County’s wine country, Rohnert Park is a well-planned community with thirteen neighborhood parks, nine tennis court complexes, five swimming pools, and two 18-hole golf courses. The City is home to 43,000 residents and occupies approximately 7 miles of land area.  It was incorporated in 1962, and operates with a five-member City Council from which the Mayor is selected. With a budget of $36.1 million, the City has 189.75 full-time positions and approximately 200 part-time, seasonal employees. Rohnert Park provides a wonderful quality of life with educational opportunities available through the Cotati/Rohnert Park Unified School District and Sonoma State University. The City’s Spreckels Performing Arts Center, Community Center and Sports Center are some of the finest public facilities in the area offering a variety of activities and social events.

THE DEPARTMENT

The Department of Public Works provides operation and maintenance of the sewer collection system and the water distribution system. The City does not operate treatment plants for either water or wastewater, but is part of regional systems. This position reports to the Public Works Manager or designee. The Public Works Department follows a 9/80 work schedule.  

THE WATER QUALITY SPECIALIST…

• Works independently to manage and administer the City's Water Quality Monitoring and Cross-Connection Control Programs to ensure that the City's potable water system complies with California Department of Public Health (CDPH) water quality regulations.

• Performs field, office, and technical tasks related to water quality sampling, testing, recordkeeping, and reporting to CDPH.

• Arranges laboratory analyses of water samples and interprets sampling results.

• Ensures compliance with all Federal, State, and local laws and regulations.

• Prepares specifications and requests quotes for state-mandated water monitoring requirements and assists staff with selection of an approved laboratory to analyze samples.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Equivalent of a High School Diploma or G.E.D.;

• An Associate or Bachelor's Degree in chemistry, biology, bacteriology, or environmental science is desirable; and

• Two years of experience in the same or related field is desirable.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

...has extensive water quality experience and knowledge

...is organized, quick, and accurate in their work

...has excellent computer skills

...is able to follow instructions, learn quickly and work independently once policies and procedures are learned

...has excellent work habits

...demonstrates desire to improve job knowledge and skills, and takes initiative to further their education and skills

LICENSING

• Possession of a valid Class C California Drivers License

• Grade 1 California Water Distribution Operator Certificate at time of appointment

• Grade 1 California Water Treatment Operator Certificate within the 12-month probationary period

• A Cross-Connection Control Specialist Certificationn within the 12-month probationary period

FRINGE BENEFITS

CALPERS RETIREMENT: 2.7% at age 55 retirement formula. Medicare Taxes are withheld, but the City does not participate in Social Security.  Employees contribute 0.5% of the employer's contribution from 3/1/08 - 8/31/08; employees contribute 1% of the employer's contribution thereafter.

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SELECTION PROCESS

Application packets will be screened by the Human Resources Department and the Department of Public Works after the final filing date. You can expect to hear back on your status in writing within 10 working days following the final filing date. No late applications will be accepted.

The top applicants from the screening will be invited to an oral board interview. A second interview may be required of the top candidates.

All statements made on application materials are subject to investigation and verification. False information will be cause of disqualification and/or termination.  

- Pre-employment Process

-Comprehensive Background Investigation

- Conditional Job Offer

- Fingerprint Check /Criminal Background Check

-Medical Exam, including drug testing