Water Supervisor

Salary : $81,925.00 - $99,580.00 Annually
Location : La Verne, CA
Job Type: Full time (36 hours weekly, Monday-Thursday)
Job Number: 25-07LR
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 03/18/2025
Closing Date: 4/13/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Description
The City of La Verne is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Water Supervisor to oversee the daily operations of the city's water distribution system.

If you are a highly motivated, hard-working dependable results driven individual with strong leadership skills we want you to join our team and contribute to La Verne's mission of providing high-quality water services to its residents!

Join our team and experience the perfect work-life balance with our Monday-Thursday schedule-giving you Fridays off, every week! Enjoy a fulfilling career while having three-day weekends to recharge, spend time with loved ones, or pursue personal passions.

To supervise, assign, schedule, and review work related to the city's water production and water control systems, and the work of field personnel responsible for the maintenance, operation, and repair of the municipal water distribution and sewer collection systems, provide technical staff assistance, and to perform related work as required.
General direction is provided by the Utilities Manager. Responsibilities include direct and indirect supervision of water production and control personnel, water distribution, sewer collection operation, and maintenance field personnel.
Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in water system maintenance, operations, and regulatory compliance. They should be a strong leader with excellent problem-solving abilities, capable of supervising staff, coordinating projects, and ensuring the efficient delivery of safe and reliable drinking water to the community. As well as being a proactive team player with strong communication skills, a commitment to customer service, and a passion for public service.

Examples of Duties
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise activities and work of subordinate personnel in the areas of water production, water distribution, and sewer collection operations. Establish and implement procedures and methods related to the water and sewer utility operations including water production, water distribution, and sewer collection activities.
• Manage all aspects of the City's Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system to ensure proper and effective operation.
• Operate a computer, particularly with respect to SCADA operations, word processing and spreadsheet applications, and related software programs.
• Evaluate and determine cost efficient and effective water treatment procedures and policies as they may relate to the City's current water treatment systems, including blending, ion exchange, and other processes.
• Review and direct improvements relative to water quality issues, and oversee compliance with applicable water quality regulations.
• Maintain a variety of records, logs, and other documentation including but not limited to meter reads, production records, water quality data, and groundwater information.
• Function as primary Chief Operator for water production and distribution operations in the absence of other qualified personnel.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues that may develop within the water or sewer utility operations and effect necessary repairs.
• Inspect subordinate work in progress and ensure that efficient and effective as well as safe work methods are used.
• Maintain and update a variety of water and sewer system records, logs, and documentation.
• Prepare reports, memos, and correspondence on a variety of matters.
• Respond to a variety of inquiries, complaints, and requests for service from the general public.
• Perform a variety of customer service duties, including investigating and responding to sensitive complaints and inquiries.
• Explain the effect work projects may have on adjacent or affected property owners/residents.
• Work with contractors and developers to coordinate utility service installations.
• Assist in preparing and administering water and sewer budget.
• Review and approve purchase requisitions for necessary parts, supplies, materials and equipment.
• Recommend the purchase of major items and order routine purchases used on a regular basis.
• Respond to water and sewer system emergencies as required.
• Coordinate assigned work with other City departments, divisions, and sections.
• Maintain a variety of records and information.
• Train, supervise, and evaluate subordinate personnel.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Physical Activities/Requirements

• See well enough to read instruction manuals, schematics, digital and analog instruments.
• Speak well enough to converse in person, over the radio and on the telephone and be understood.
• Hear well enough to recognize normal and abnormal mechanical sounds, converse in person, over the radio and on the telephone.
• Stoop, bend, reach to pick up material, crawl into confined spaces, under vehicles and on top of equipment, climb ladders up to 15 feet high to perform repair and inspect work; use arms, hands and fingers to write, draw diagrams, operate personal computer, use hand tools; perform overhead tasks using hand tools.
• Lift and carry up to 100 pounds; have the stamina to work in severe weather during a regular work schedule and beyond in the event of emergencies.

Typical Qualifications
Knowledge of:

• Tools, equipment, and procedures used in the operation, diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of water and sewer utility systems.
• Principles and procedures of preventative maintenance related to water and sewer utility systems.
• State of California Department of Public Health regulations regarding water and sewer operations, particularly in the areas of water quality, water quality sampling, and reporting.
• State of California Regional Water Quality Control Board regulations and reporting requirements.
• Computerized information systems, including SCADA functions, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), and general office programs.
• Operation and functions of pneumatic, electronic, and mechanical controls and devices.
• Occupational hazards, safe work practices and environmentally sound work habits.
• Principles and practices of personnel management.

Ability to:

• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, diagrams, and construction drawings.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Work productively in the absence of supervision.
• Work in emergency situations and during inclement weathers and make effective decisions under stress and in difficult situations.

Experience and Education

Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience

Five years of increasingly responsible experience in the production or treatment of domestic potable water and maintenance of water distribution system, including significant supervisory experience.

Education

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by specialized training in chemistry, mathematics, electronics, and water production operations,

License or Certificate

Possession of a State of California Department of Public Health, Grade 3 Water Treatment Certificate. Related and similar certifications may be substituted at the discretion of the City.

Possession of a State of California Department of Public Health, Grade 3 Water Distribution Certificate. Related and similar certifications may be substituted at the discretion of the City.

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver's license.

Supplemental Information
THE CITY

The City of La Verne strives to maintain a full range of efficient municipal services to preserve our hometown charm and quality of life while being responsive to the community's current and emerging needs. La Verne is a city of more than 30,000 residents and a well-balanced community with a good mix of residential, commercial, and industrial features. La Verne maintains a council-manager form of government. Residents in five districts elect their district council member to represent them and oversee a total annual budget of over $71 million. The five council members select a mayor amongst themselves. La Verne is a close-knit community that is home to many fine institutions and facilities which include the University of La Verne (founded in 1891), Brackett Field Airport, and public and private schools. As one of the more desirable communities in metropolitan Southern California, La Verne is a progressive city that has retained much of its small town charm. The City is interested in hiring an individual who exemplifies the values that make La Verne a safe, desirable, and engaged place to live.

SELECTION PROCESS

The City reserves the right to select applicants for further consideration who demonstrate the best qualifications match for the position. Meeting the required minimum qualifications does not guarantee an applicant an invitation to the next step(s) in the selection process. Those candidates whose experience and training most closely match the City's needs may be invited to participate in the selection process, which may include a combination of written exercise, panel interview, or other testing deemed appropriate.

Prior to hire, successful candidates will also be required to undergo a medical examination (including drug screen), and credit and criminal reviews. Appointments are subject to a 12-month probationary period.

Primary communication regarding applicant status relative to this recruitment will be by e-mail; applicants are solely responsible for monitoring their e-mail communication messages and systems. Applicants are solely responsible for informing the City of changes in contact information, including but not limited to e-mail addresses, mailing addresses, post office boxes, and telephone numbers.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

As required by state law, the City provides consideration for veterans who served during military actions. Eligible veterans should notify Personnel in writing at the time of application.

Under Federal law, employees must contribute 1.45% of their gross monthly earnings for Medicare coverage. The City will match the employee's contribution.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if special assistance to participate in this recruitment is needed, contact the Personnel Office.

The City recruits and hires without regard to race, color, religion, physical ability or condition, sexual orientation, gender, age, or national origin, except in those specific instances whereby a bona fide occupational qualification demands otherwise.

The City of La Verne hires only United States citizens or lawfully authorized aliens.

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without further notice.
Competitive contributions toward family medical coverage
Classic CalPERS members--CalPERS Formula 2.5% @ 55 (Employee contribution 8%)
New CalPERS members--CalPERS Pension Reform Formula 2% @ 62 (Employee contribution 6.75%)
City-paid life insurance benefit
2.8 to 5.0 weeks of vacation per year depending on years of service
Eleven (11) paid holidays per year
Accrual of 8 hours of sick leave per month
City-paid long term disability plan
$1,700 tuition reimbursement for job-related courses
01

Do you currently have a valid Class A California driver's license?

• Yes
• No

02

How many years of supervisory experience do you have (this information should be reflected on your application).

• None
• 1-3 years
• 3-5 years
• More than 5 years

03

Please indicate your years of increasingly responsible experience in the production or treatment of domestic potable water and maintenance of water distribution system.

• I have less than 2 years of experience
• I have less than 3 years of experience
• I have 4 years of experience less than 5 years.
• I have 5 years of experience or more.

04

Do you have possession of a State of California Department of Public Health, Grade 3 Water Treatment Certificate?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have possession of a State of California Department of Public Health, Grade 3 Water Distribution Certificate?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have a high school diploma or GED equivalent?

• Yes
• No

07

Please indicate any specialized training in chemistry, mathematics, electronics, and water production operations.
Required Question