An Engineer at the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (Metropolitan) can expect to work on some of the largest water treatment, storage, conveyance, distribution and recycling projects in the world. We deliver an average of 1.5 billion gallons of high quality water per day to a 5,200-square-mile service area in Southern California for 19 million people.Assistant Engineer I candidates for the positions listed below will work with engineers, project managers, construction managers, contract developers and administrators, water system operations staff, and technical specialists under direct supervision in an exciting and dynamic environment while learning and assisting from the best within the water industry.Currently, our Engineering Service Group has six (6) openings for an Assistant Engineer I on various teams listed below. These positions are with the Construction Contracts Team, Corrosion Engineering Team, Equipment Design Team, Facility Design Team, General Design Team and Power Design Team. You must apply separately for each position. These entry-level professional engineering positions are located at Metropolitan’s offices in downtown Los Angeles or La Verne, California. General Design TeamProvides civil engineering services to support study, design and construction support of Metropolitan infrastructures and substructures on water storage, conveyance, distribution and treatment projects.  The successful applicant will learn and apply the principles of civil engineering in both the design of new facilities and assessment of existing facilities operated by Metropolitan. This includes, but is not limited to, training and performing design of grading, drainage, pavement, water supply, and sewer analysis. An Assistant Engineer I on General Design Team will assist in the design of new facilities and the rehabilitation of existing conveyance, distribution and treatment facilities, including pipelines, pumping plants, tank farms, buildings, patrol roads and buried structures.  The work includes civil design calculations, grading, preparation of site plans, sections and details, traffic control plans, hydraulic calculations, sanitary sewer, storm drains and pavement design. Work includes assisting with project coordination, technical report writing, oral presentation, site investigation and construction support.  Both office and field work will be required. This job announcement has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this classification / job.To view the full job description click here: Assistant Engineer I  EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation and Experience: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field by hired date.  Related Field is defined as: A degree in a related field: Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Civil Engineering CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTSLicense(s): Valid California Class C Driver’s License or equivalent (required at time of application) that allows you to drive during your employment. JOB-RELATED SELECTION CRITERIA25% Technical Skills, and Knowledge 20% Job Preparation (education, experience and training relevant to the position) 20% Planning and Organization15% Written communication skills 10% Interpersonal Effectiveness and Teamwork10% Oral Communication_________________100% Total  CLOSINGBenefits:• Competitive compensation• Excellent medical, dental, life, vision plans.• Deferred compensation in the form of a 401(k) plan (with matching contribution) and a 457 plan.• Retirement benefits under the California Public Employees' Retirement System• Tuition reimbursement• Training and advancement opportunities• Excellent working environment• Public transportation reimbursements • Hub of public transportation: rail, subway, buses, and taxis• On-site fitness center For more information on MWD benefits, please use the following link:Benefits Regular FT PT Employees (Represented)ABOUT MWDThe Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is a consortium of 26 cities and water districts that provides drinking water to nearly 19 million people in Southern California. Metropolitan’s mission is to provide its service area with adequate and reliable supplies of high quality water to meet current and future needs in an environmentally and economically responsible way. Metropolitan’s facilities include the 242-mile Colorado River Aqueduct, five water treatment plants with a combined capacity of 2.3 billion gallons per day, nine surface water reservoirs, 830 miles of pipeline, and 15 hydroelectric power plants. The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities, who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process, please call (213) 217-7738 or email: jobs@mwdh2o.com. MWD is a Federal and State EO employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. Application Filing Period: Closes at 4:30 pm PST on the date stated in the job announcement. However it may close prior to the filing end date if sufficient applications have been received. If sufficient applications have not been received, then the filing period end date may be extended. Sponsorship: Applicants for employment with The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States (i.e., H1-B or other employment-based immigration case).

An Engineer at the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (Metropolitan) can expect to work on some of the largest water treatment, storage, conveyance, distribution and recycling projects in the world. We deliver an average of 1.5 billion gallons of high quality water per day to a 5,200-square-mile service area in Southern California for 19 million people.Assistant Engineer I candidates for the positions listed below will work with engineers, project managers, construction managers, contract developers and administrators, water system operations staff, and technical specialists under direct supervision in an exciting and dynamic environment while learning and assisting from the best within the water industry.Currently, our Engineering Service Group has six (6) openings for an Assistant Engineer I on various teams listed below. These positions are with the Construction Contracts Team, Corrosion Engineering Team, Equipment Design Team, Facility Design Team, General Design Team and Power Design Team. You must apply separately for each position. These entry-level professional engineering positions are located at Metropolitan’s offices in downtown Los Angeles or La Verne, California. Equipment Design TeamSupports design and procurement of mechanical equipment within Metropolitan systems including large valves, pumps, turbines, gates, and compressors; responds to equipment inspection requests to support the Capital Investment Program (CIP) and facility operations; and develops specifications to ensure consistency and reliability in equipment procurement to minimize maintenance issues and maximize water flow.  An Assistant Engineer I on the Equipment Design Team will learn and assist with the preparation of engineering design criteria, calculations, plans, specifications, estimates and reports for water treatment, conveyance and distribution systems; perform investigations of existing systems, facilities, and equipment to resolve performance, operation, or reliability issues; and assist in the design and procurement of mechanical equipment with focus on equipment in the water distribution system.  Other activities include developing specifications for equipment procurement and collaborating with Water System Operations.  Both office and fieldwork will be required.This job announcement has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this classification / job.To view the full job description click here: Assistant Engineer I  EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation and Experience: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field by hired date.  Related Field is defined as: A degree in a related field: Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTSLicense(s): Valid California Class C Driver’s License or equivalent (required at time of application) that allows you to drive during your employment. JOB-RELATED SELECTION CRITERIA25% Technical Skills, and Knowledge 20% Job Preparation (education, experience and training relevant to the position)20% Planning and Organization 15% Written communication skills10% Interpersonal Effectiveness and Teamwork10% Oral Communication_________________100% Total  CLOSINGBenefits:• Competitive compensation• Excellent medical, dental, life, vision plans.• Deferred compensation in the form of a 401(k) plan (with matching contribution) and a 457 plan.• Retirement benefits under the California Public Employees' Retirement System• Tuition reimbursement• Training and advancement opportunities• Excellent working environment• Public transportation reimbursements • Hub of public transportation: rail, subway, buses, and taxis• On-site fitness center For more information on MWD benefits, please use the following link:Benefits Regular FT PT Employees (Represented)ABOUT MWDThe Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is a consortium of 26 cities and water districts that provides drinking water to nearly 19 million people in Southern California. Metropolitan’s mission is to provide its service area with adequate and reliable supplies of high quality water to meet current and future needs in an environmentally and economically responsible way. Metropolitan’s facilities include the 242-mile Colorado River Aqueduct, five water treatment plants with a combined capacity of 2.3 billion gallons per day, nine surface water reservoirs, 830 miles of pipeline, and 15 hydroelectric power plants. The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities, who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process, please call (213) 217-7738 or email: jobs@mwdh2o.com. MWD is a Federal and State EO employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. Application Filing Period: Closes at 4:30 pm PST on the date stated in the job announcement. However it may close prior to the filing end date if sufficient applications have been received. If sufficient applications have not been received, then the filing period end date may be extended. Sponsorship: Applicants for employment with The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States (i.e., H1-B or other employment-based immigration case).

An Engineer at the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (Metropolitan) can expect to work on some of the largest water treatment, storage, conveyance, distribution and recycling projects in the world. We deliver an average of 1.5 billion gallons of high quality water per day to a 5,200-square-mile service area in Southern California for 19 million people.Assistant Engineer I candidates for the positions listed below will work with engineers, project managers, construction managers, contract developers and administrators, water system operations staff, and technical specialists under direct supervision in an exciting and dynamic environment while learning and assisting from the best within the water industry.Currently, our Engineering Service Group has six (6) openings for an Assistant Engineer I on various teams listed below. These positions are with the Construction Contracts Team, Corrosion Engineering Team, Equipment Design Team, Facility Design Team, General Design Team and Power Design Team. You must apply separately for each position. These entry-level professional engineering positions are located at Metropolitan’s offices in downtown Los Angeles or La Verne, California. Facility Design TeamResponsible for the structural design and evaluation of Metropolitan’s infrastructures.  The successful applicant will learn and apply various laws of physics, mathematics, and empirical knowledge to safely design both buildings and non-building structures. This will include understanding of loads and load paths as wells as the implementation of several design codes and standards used in the field of structural engineering. An Assistant Engineer I on Facilities Design Team will assist in the structural design and seismic evaluation of buildings, reservoir outlet towers, tunnels, pumping plants, water treatment facilities, chemical tank farms and other structures related to water conveyance, distribution and treatment.  This position performs structural calculations, computer modeling, Building Code analysis, site investigation, and prepares technical documents and presentations.  Both office and fieldwork will be required.  This job announcement has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this classification / job.To view the full job description click here: Assistant Engineer I  EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation and Experience: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field by hired date.  Related Field is defined as: A degree in a related field: Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Civil or Structural  Engineering CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTSLicense(s): Valid California Class C Driver’s License or equivalent (required at time of application) that allows you to drive during your employment. JOB-RELATED SELECTION CRITERIA25% Technical Skills, and Knowledge 20% Job Preparation (education, experience and training relevant to the position)20% Planning and Organization 15% Written communication skills10% Interpersonal Effectiveness and Teamwork10% Oral Communication_________________100% Total  CLOSINGBenefits:• Competitive compensation• Excellent medical, dental, life, vision plans.• Deferred compensation in the form of a 401(k) plan (with matching contribution) and a 457 plan.• Retirement benefits under the California Public Employees' Retirement System• Tuition reimbursement• Training and advancement opportunities• Excellent working environment• Public transportation reimbursements • Hub of public transportation: rail, subway, buses, and taxis• On-site fitness center For more information on MWD benefits, please use the following link:Benefits Regular FT PT Employees (Represented)ABOUT MWDThe Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is a consortium of 26 cities and water districts that provides drinking water to nearly 19 million people in Southern California. Metropolitan’s mission is to provide its service area with adequate and reliable supplies of high quality water to meet current and future needs in an environmentally and economically responsible way. Metropolitan’s facilities include the 242-mile Colorado River Aqueduct, five water treatment plants with a combined capacity of 2.3 billion gallons per day, nine surface water reservoirs, 830 miles of pipeline, and 15 hydroelectric power plants. The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities, who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process, please call (213) 217-7738 or email: jobs@mwdh2o.com. MWD is a Federal and State EO employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. Application Filing Period: Closes at 4:30 pm PST on the date stated in the job announcement. However it may close prior to the filing end date if sufficient applications have been received. If sufficient applications have not been received, then the filing period end date may be extended. Sponsorship: Applicants for employment with The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States (i.e., H1-B or other employment-based immigration case).

An Engineer at the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (Metropolitan) can expect to work on some of the largest water treatment, storage, conveyance, distribution and recycling projects in the world. We deliver an average of 1.5 billion gallons of high quality water per day to a 5,200-square-mile service area in Southern California for 19 million people.Assistant Engineer I candidates for the positions listed below will work with engineers, project managers, construction managers, contract developers and administrators, water system operations staff, and technical specialists under direct supervision in an exciting and dynamic environment while learning and assisting from the best within the water industry.Currently, our Engineering Service Group has six (6) openings for an Assistant Engineer I on various teams listed below. These positions are with the Construction Contracts Team, Corrosion Engineering Team, Equipment Design Team, Facility Design Team, General Design Team and Power Design Team. You must apply separately for each position. These entry-level professional engineering positions are located at Metropolitan’s offices in downtown Los Angeles or La Verne, California.Power Design Team Provides design of power distribution and controls systems and procurement of electrical equipment for the rehabilitation and new construction of electrical infrastructure to support Metropolitan systems.  The team specifies and procures electrical equipment including transformers, motor control centers, breakers, electric motors, actuators, control panels; inspects electrical equipment and systems; develops specifications to ensure consistency and reliability in electrical facility design to minimize maintenance issues and improve efficiency. An Assistant Engineer I on Power Design Team will learn and assist with the preparation of engineering design criteria, calculations, plans, specifications, estimates, presentations, and reports for water treatment, conveyance, storage, and distribution systems; perform investigations of existing systems, facilities, and equipment to resolve performance, operation, or reliability issues; and participate in site investigations.  Both office and fieldwork will be required.   This job announcement has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this classification / job.To view the full job description click here: Assistant Engineer I  EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation and Experience: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field by hired date.  Related Field is defined as: A degree in a related field: Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Electrical Engineering CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTSLicense(s): Valid California Class C Driver’s License or equivalent (required at time of application) that allows you to drive during your employment. JOB-RELATED SELECTION CRITERIA25% Technical Skills, and Knowledge 20% Job Preparation (education, experience and training relevant to the position)20% Planning and Organization 15% Written communication skills10% Interpersonal Effectiveness and Teamwork10% Oral Communication_________________100% Total  CLOSINGBenefits:• Competitive compensation• Excellent medical, dental, life, vision plans.• Deferred compensation in the form of a 401(k) plan (with matching contribution) and a 457 plan.• Retirement benefits under the California Public Employees' Retirement System• Tuition reimbursement• Training and advancement opportunities• Excellent working environment• Public transportation reimbursements • Hub of public transportation: rail, subway, buses, and taxis• On-site fitness center For more information on MWD benefits, please use the following link:Benefits Regular FT PT Employees (Represented)ABOUT MWDThe Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is a consortium of 26 cities and water districts that provides drinking water to nearly 19 million people in Southern California. Metropolitan’s mission is to provide its service area with adequate and reliable supplies of high quality water to meet current and future needs in an environmentally and economically responsible way. Metropolitan’s facilities include the 242-mile Colorado River Aqueduct, five water treatment plants with a combined capacity of 2.3 billion gallons per day, nine surface water reservoirs, 830 miles of pipeline, and 15 hydroelectric power plants. The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities, who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process, please call (213) 217-7738 or email: jobs@mwdh2o.com. MWD is a Federal and State EO employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. Application Filing Period: Closes at 4:30 pm PST on the date stated in the job announcement. However it may close prior to the filing end date if sufficient applications have been received. If sufficient applications have not been received, then the filing period end date may be extended. Sponsorship: Applicants for employment with The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States (i.e., H1-B or other employment-based immigration case). 

The Jensen Water Treatment Plant has the capability to treat 750 million gallons daily. As the Operations & Maintenance Technician IV Mechanic you will contribute to the success of this treatment plant by performing operational support, including preventative and corrective maintenance to maintain and repair the equipment and structures of the water treatment plant and related facilities, including all mechanical systems used in the treatment process You will utilize your journey level mechanical skills, experience and knowledge to maintain, repair or install large complex water utility equipment and systems at the Jensen Water Treatment Plant. You will perform preventive maintenance, corrective troubleshooting and process improvements on pumps, valves, valve actuators, geared driven equipment, screw conveyors, chemical feed systems (to include liquid chlorine, ozone, alum, polymer, caustic soda, liquid ammonia, fluorosilicic acid, sulfuric acid and peroxide), compressors, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, mixers, agitators, piping, fittings in order to sustain or improve plant capacity or operational reliability. This position utilizes specialty tools and equipment to perform precision shaft alignment, predictive diagnostic vibration testing and lube oil sampling that assists in determining the severity of equipment wear providing input to mitigate potential failures and gives recommendations for the appropriate follow-up action in order to reduce equipment downtime. You will perform maintenance welding, fabrication and machining, operate heavy equipment such forklifts, overhead hoists and mobile cranes while performing safe rigging procedures adhering to proper use of Personal Protective Equipment and respiratory protection. You will be using computer programs for individual time entry, maintenance work order tracking, work planning and estimating and general professional communications. To further view the job duties of this position, please refer to the "Treatment Plants" section under "Job Duties" in the job description.To view the full job description click here:  O&M Tech IV - Mechanical  EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma or a Certificate of High School equivalency in addition to a minimum of 6 years in a mechanical maintenance position at a water agency or in a conveyance and distribution facility such as a pump plant, treatment plant, and hydroelectric facility or similar environment. OR High school diploma or a Certificate of High School equivalency in addition to the attainment of journey level skills through a recognized mechanical trade training program. Journey level experience as demonstrated by practical application of general and advanced techniques and practices specific to the operation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical systems at a water agency or in a conveyance and distribution facility such as a treatment plant, pump plant, and/or power generation systems, and related apparatus. CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTSLicense:Valid California Class C Driver’s License or equivalent (required at time of application) that allows you to drive during your employment. Employees in this position may be required to obtain and maintain the following certifications, licensing and registrations:• Valid Driver’s license from state of residency equivalent to a California Class A and/or B with appropriate commercial license endorsements.• Crane Certifications• Welding Certification• Chemical Responder Certification• Forklift Certification • Manlift Certification   JOB-RELATED SELECTION CRITERIA50% Technical knowledge of and skills in:         • corrective and preventative maintenance         • troubleshooting and repair of industrial equipment and systems         • operational and maintenance practices of water treatment equipment and systems         • safety practices related to the industry 15% Interpersonal/Teamwork skills10% Job Preparation (education, experience and training relevant to the position) 10% Adaptability/Flexibility 10% Decision Making Skills  5% Oral communication skills 100% Total CLOSING Benefits: • Competitive compensation • Excellent medical, dental, life, vision plans. • Deferred compensation in the form of a 401(k) plan (with matching contribution) and a 457 plan. • Retirement benefits under the California Public Employees' Retirement System • Tuition reimbursement • Training and advancement opportunities • Excellent working environment  For more information on MWD benefits, please use the following link: Benefits Regular FT PT Employees (Represented) ABOUT MWDThe Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is a consortium of 26 cities and water districts that provides drinking water to nearly 19 million people in Southern California. Metropolitan’s mission is to provide its service area with adequate and reliable supplies of high quality water to meet current and future needs in an environmentally and economically responsible way. Metropolitan’s facilities include the 242-mile Colorado River Aqueduct, five water treatment plants with a combined capacity of 2.3 billion gallons per day, nine surface water reservoirs, 830 miles of pipeline, and 15 hydroelectric power plants. The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities, who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process, please call (213) 217-7738 or email jobs@mwdh2o.com. MWD is a Federal and State EO employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. Application Filing Period: Closes at 4:30 pm PST on the date stated in the job announcement. However it may close prior to the filing end date if sufficient applications have been received. If sufficient applications have not been received, then the filing period end date may be extended. Sponsorship: Applicants for employment with The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States (i.e., H1-B or other employment-based immigration case).

An Engineer at the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (Metropolitan) can expect to work on some of the largest water treatment, storage, conveyance, distribution and recycling projects in the world. We deliver an average of 1.5 billion gallons of high quality water per day to a 5,200-square-mile service area in Southern California for 19 million people.Assistant Engineer I candidates for the positions listed below will work with engineers, project managers, construction managers, contract developers and administrators, water system operations staff, and technical specialists under direct supervision in an exciting and dynamic environment while learning and assisting from the best within the water industry.Currently, our Engineering Service Group has six (6) openings for an Assistant Engineer I on various teams listed below. These positions are with the Construction Contracts Team, Corrosion Engineering Team, Equipment Design Team, Facility Design Team, General Design Team and Power Design Team. You must apply separately for each position. These entry-level professional engineering positions are located at Metropolitan’s offices in downtown Los Angeles or La Verne, California.Construction Contracts TeamDevelops specifications and administers construction contracts. The successful applicant will learn and apply principles of preparing public works construction contract documents including preparation and review of plans and specifications, bidding procedures, addressing bid protests, contract document management, and contract administration processes regarding warranty, insurance, bonding, payment, scope, and schedule. An Assistant Engineer I on the Construction Contracts Team will assist specification writers and construction contract administrators to develop contract documents, including technical specifications for Public Works construction contracts, in coordination with design engineering staff and construction field staff. This position coordinates with project managers, engineers and field staff to administer construction contracts over the lifespan of a capital investment project and provides input on design, construction, cost, schedule and contract related questions. This job announcement has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this classification / job.To view the full job description click here: Assistant Engineer I  EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation and Experience: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field by hired date.  Related Field is defined as: A degree in a related field: Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Environmental Engineering, Construction Management  CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTSLicense(s): Valid California Class C Driver’s License or equivalent (required at time of application) that allows you to drive during your employment. JOB-RELATED SELECTION CRITERIA25% Technical Skills, and Knowledge 20% Job Preparation (education, experience and training relevant to the position)20% Planning and Organization 15% Written communication skills10% Interpersonal Effectiveness and Teamwork10% Oral Communication_________________100% Total  CLOSINGBenefits:• Competitive compensation• Excellent medical, dental, life, vision plans.• Deferred compensation in the form of a 401(k) plan (with matching contribution) and a 457 plan.• Retirement benefits under the California Public Employees' Retirement System• Tuition reimbursement• Training and advancement opportunities• Excellent working environment• Public transportation reimbursements • Hub of public transportation: rail, subway, buses, and taxis• On-site fitness center For more information on MWD benefits, please use the following link:Benefits Regular FT PT Employees (Represented)ABOUT MWDThe Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is a consortium of 26 cities and water districts that provides drinking water to nearly 19 million people in Southern California. Metropolitan’s mission is to provide its service area with adequate and reliable supplies of high quality water to meet current and future needs in an environmentally and economically responsible way. Metropolitan’s facilities include the 242-mile Colorado River Aqueduct, five water treatment plants with a combined capacity of 2.3 billion gallons per day, nine surface water reservoirs, 830 miles of pipeline, and 15 hydroelectric power plants. The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities, who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process, please call (213) 217-7738 or email: jobs@mwdh2o.com. MWD is a Federal and State EO employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. Application Filing Period: Closes at 4:30 pm PST on the date stated in the job announcement. However it may close prior to the filing end date if sufficient applications have been received. If sufficient applications have not been received, then the filing period end date may be extended. Sponsorship: Applicants for employment with The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States (i.e., H1-B or other employment-based immigration case).

As a Microbiology Team Manager, you will be responsible for managing and supervising the Source Water Microbiology Team. The team is responsible for applied microbiological research and monitoring, including: detecting bacterial, viral, and protozoal contaminants in water, including wastewater and recycled water; development, evaluation, and recommendation of new strategies and technologies to improve water quality, protect source water against contamination, and to respond to emerging public health issues; detecting cyanotoxins in source waters and throughout the treatment process; recommending and evaluating new methods and technologies for detecting all biological contaminants; and routine monitoring of invasive quagga mussel populations. This job announcement has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this classification / job.To view the full job description click here: Microbiology Team ManagerEMPLOYMENT STANDARDS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and eight years of increasingly responsible relevant experience, of which two years must have been in a project management, supervisory, or lead capacity; OR an advanced degree from an accredited college or university and six years of increasingly responsible relevant experience, of which two years must have been in a project management, supervisory, or lead capacity.Increasingly responsible relevant experience is defined as: research on waterborne pathogens and a combination of any of the following which contributes to an advanced knowledge of microbiological water quality issues, monitoring, and regulations: development of microbial detection methods; assessment of drinking water, wastewater, and recycled water treatment processes for the removal and inactivation of pathogens; microbial source tracking to identify human and animal sources of water pollution; monitoring for cyanotoxins; monitoring for invasive mussels; and monitoring for unregulated microbial contaminants in source and finished drinking water. Desirable Qualifications:A Ph.D. from an accredited college or university with a major in microbiology, biological sciences, biochemistry, environmental sciences, water quality science, or a related field. Pertinent and related post-doctoral experience also highly desirable. CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTSLicense(s): Valid California Class C Driver’s License or equivalent (required at time of application) that allows you to drive during your employment. CLOSINGBenefits:• Competitive compensation• Excellent medical, dental, life, vision plans.• Deferred compensation in the form of a 401(k) plan (with matching contribution) and a 457 plan.• Retirement benefits under the California Public Employees' Retirement System• Tuition reimbursement• Training and advancement opportunities• Excellent working environment  For more information on MWD benefits, please use the following link:Benefits Regular Full Time EmployeeABOUT MWDThe Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is a consortium of 26 cities and water districts that provides drinking water to nearly 19 million people in Southern California. Metropolitan’s mission is to provide its service area with adequate and reliable supplies of high quality water to meet current and future needs in an environmentally and economically responsible way. Metropolitan’s facilities include the 242-mile Colorado River Aqueduct, five water treatment plants with a combined capacity of 2.3 billion gallons per day, nine surface water reservoirs, 800 miles of pipeline, and 16 hydroelectric power plants. The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities, who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process, please call (213) 217-7738 or email: jobs@mwdh2o.com. MWD is a Federal and State EO employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. Application Filing Period: Closes at 4:30 pm PST on the date stated in the job announcement. However it may close prior to the filing end date if sufficient applications have been received. If sufficient applications have not been received, then the filing period end date may be extended. Sponsorship: Applicants for employment with The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States (i.e., H1-B or other employment-based immigration case).