Associate Civil Engineer (Water And Natural Resources)

• Interested in being part of a diverse, fun, and innovative water agency responsible for providing high quality water for a growing Bay Area community?
• Are you someone who is energetic and team-oriented with experience in water resources planning?
• Do you want to work for a water agency that is serious about sustainably managing water resources and protecting the environment?

If so, then East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) encourages you to apply for the Associate Civil Engineer position within the Water Resources Planning Division’s Water Rights and Proceedings Section, which is part of EBMUD’s Water and Natural Resources Department.

The selected candidate will be given opportunities to work on water right projects that support water transfers, groundwater banking, new reservoirs, hydroelectric operations, and the State Water Board’s Water Quality Control Plan. Candidates will also gain exposure to modeling (e.g., RiverWare, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS), State Board proceedings (e.g., petitions and protests), stakeholder engagement, and negotiating complex long-term water right agreements.

Specific responsibilities for the Associate Civil Engineer in the Water Rights and Proceedings Section may include:

• Developing/updating water accounting spreadsheet models to comply with limits established under water rights and agreements.
• Reviewing proposed regulations and legislation to determine technical accuracy and potential fiscal impact on EBMUD, and then making appropriate recommendations.
• Developing/reviewing water supply operations planning model results to analyze effects on EBMUD’s water supply system due to changing conditions.
• Leading and directing inter-disciplinary project teams.
• Preparing, reviewing, and administering consultant contracts.
• Preparing/reviewing EBMUD’s annual water rights reports to the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB).
• Using GIS software to perform analytical tasks to support hydrologic studies.
• Preparing reports that include computations, text, charts, sketches, conclusions, and recommendations for engineering projects.
• Preparing/reviewing and commenting on water supply assessments and environmental analyses, including EIRs.
• Conducting comprehensive engineering and planning studies of EBMUD’s water system.
• Obtaining permits from local, state and federal regulatory agencies for surface and/or groundwater diversions.
• Presenting project findings and results to management, staff, and the public.
• Reviewing and negotiating water supply agreements.

The ideal candidate will work well independently and in diverse team settings, and with other water agencies or state and federal water-resources related agencies. As appropriate to the assignment, the ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in oral and written communication, preparing complex reports and environmental documents, engineering analyses for a variety of projects, giving technical presentations, and have project management skills that include scheduling tasks, monitoring and tracking project progress, and the ability to organize meetings, coordinate participants, handle multiple tasks, and prioritize goals.

The salary range is $11,976 per month increasing to $12,575, $13,204, $13,864, and $14,557 after 6, 18, 30 and 42 months, respectively.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid onsite and telecommuting option that is currently subject to review and approval by senior management.

EBMUD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity (including transgender status), gender expression, marital or registered domestic partnership status, age for individuals age forty or older, national origin, ancestry, disability (mental or physical), medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veterans status, family or medical leave status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical condition), pregnancy disability leave status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and other categories protected by federal, state and/or local laws.

A typical means of acquiring the essential knowledge and abilities is:

1. A bachelor’s degree in an ABET-accredited civil engineering curriculum OR a California EIT Certificate;

2. Four years of professional civil engineering experience (subsequent to obtaining the degree); AND

3. California registration as a Professional Civil Engineer.

Must possess the physical characteristics to perform the critical and important duties of the position including both office and field duties, and maintaining a physical condition necessary for sitting, standing, climbing steep stairs and ladders, or walking for prolonged periods of time. A valid California driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record are required. Must be willing to work overtime when needed.

Please note: EBMUD requires all employees to provide written proof of vaccination. Those employees with sincerely held religious beliefs or valid medical reasons, as determined by EBMUD, will be exempt from vaccination requirements. Please contact EBMUD Human Resources for additional questions.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. To be considered under the “equivalent combination of education and experience” provision, it is your responsibility to include in your application materials written evidence of employment performed at the level of the typical duties of this position and/or coursework in subject areas directly related to this position. For more information, see our FAQ page at http://www.ebmud.com/jobs/job-resources/job-faqs-frequently-asked-questions/.

1. Submit a completed EBMUD application and the required supplemental question responses online at www.ebmud.com by 4:30 p.m., Friday, August 18, 2023. Only application materials submitted online during the filing period will be accepted.

2. Candidates must receive a passing score on each test part in order to advance to the next step in the selection process.

3. All qualified applications and supplemental responses will be competitively evaluated, with those candidates demonstrating the strongest qualifications for the position to be invited to a panel interview tentatively scheduled for September 2023.

4. Successful candidates will be placed on the hiring list, based on rank, for further consideration to fill the current regular vacancy, as well as others occurring over the next 12 to 24 months.

5. The probation period for this position is 12 months. For those holding civil service status the probation period is 6 months.

6. All employment offers are conditional, pending the results of a Live Scan background screening. All selected finalists must participate in the Live Scan background screening process to remain in consideration for EBMUD employment.

As the first step in the selection process, responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted online with the regular EBMUD application. Please provide thorough, accurate descriptions of assignments you have personally performed. Should you respond with comments such as “see application” or “see resume” instead of addressing the questions directly, your application may not be considered.

• $145/mo. public transit subsidy;
• Fully paid family dental and vision care plans; life insurance; long-term disability insurance;
• $3,500/yr. tuition reimbursement;
• $1,000/yr. contributed to flexible spending account or cash;
• 12 days paid vacation; 16 holidays; 13 days paid sick leave;
• And opportunities for professional growth including training and career development.
• Family health insurance (choice of Kaiser fully paid or Sutter Health Plus or Anthem Blue Cross 85% paid);
• 401(k), 401(a) and 457(b) tax-deferred retirement plans; Roth 401(k);
• EBMUD Retirement Plan (reciprocal with CalPERS);