The Senior Water Operations Supervisor selected for this opportunity will gain key public sector experience in water operations that can effectively position you to pursue and obtain key, sought-after public sector jobs. We are looking for a Water Operations Supervisor that has 5+ years of experience in water operations to work hybrid (on-site and remote) and part-time (approximately 20-25 hours per week) in the Cerritos area. 

Projects may include:

• Cross Connection Program – GIS Data input
• Water Conservation Program
• Oversight of Water Sampling Scheduling & Reporting
• SCADA operation

As a Senior Water Operations Supervisor, your duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinate and oversee water sample scheduling and collection to support compliance and system reliability.
• Maintain daily records of Water Division activities, including State-required reporting.
• Work with outside agencies and departments on water use agreements and project coordination.
• Operate well pumps and pumping stations manually and through the SCADA system when needed.
• Plan and assign daily work for Water Division staff to keep operations running smoothly.
• Lead and support construction, maintenance, and operations activities that ensure safe, reliable, and high-quality water service.
• Supervise and participate in the installation, repair, and maintenance of water and recycled water lines, fire hydrants, services, pumps, SCADA equipment, reservoirs, sewer lift stations, and related facilities.
• Assist in reviewing development and construction plans to confirm compliance with City standards.
• Provide guidance to residents and businesses on water service connections, usage, and water quality.
• Inspect work sites to verify safe practices, correct materials, and quality installation.
• Oversee the installation and operation of recycled water systems.
• Respond to emergency calls for production system maintenance and repair; may act as incident commander in hazardous material situations.
• Handle public inquiries or service requests with professionalism and clear communication.

As a Senior Water Operations Supervisor, you will have:

• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Civil or Chemical Engineering, Public Health, Water Science, or related
• At minimum, 5 years of experience in water production and distribution, pump station operation, construction installation, maintenance and water quality sampling of water systems and proficiency in operating a water system through a SCADA system
• Possession of a valid Water Distribution Certificate (D4), and a valid Water Treatment Certificate (T2) issued by the State of California Water Resources Control Board
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship in the U.S.)
• Valid CA Driver’s License and proof of insurance