Water Quality Specialist – Regulation & Compliance

Applications and supplemental questions will be accepted until Monday, March 24, 2025, at 11:59 pm 

Pay & Benefits

• $34.60 – $42.05 Hourly DOQ
• Benefits
• Medical Insurance options include HMO, PPO, HSA
• Dental and Vision Insurance Paid
• Vacation & Holiday Compensation
• Deferred Compensation
• CalPERS Retirement
• Educational Incentive & Bilingual Pay

A New Opportunity and what you’ll do…

The City of Ventura Water Department is looking for a Water Quality Specialist – Regulation and Compliance to interpret data and ensure compliance of drinking water quality to Federal and State regulations and standards. We are seeking an action-oriented individual who can work independently in gathering and reporting data in a complex water system environment. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in water quality sampling and analysis and a good understanding of drinking water regulations.

Reporting to the Water Treatment and Production Manager, the Water Quality Specialist is an expert in water regulatory codes and laws that govern potable water. This Specialist performs high level analytical and technical tasks, setting sampling schedules and interpreting data that guides treatment processes and evaluates water source quality. 

The City of Ventura currently relies on 100% local water sources – the Ventura River, Lake Casitas, and local groundwater wells, as well as providing reclaimed water from the Ventura Water Reclamation Facility to two municipal golf courses, the Ventura Marina area, and private customers for landscape irrigation. The Water Quality Specialist evaluates these water sources’ quality and advises how to best optimize supply. The Water Quality Specialist is responsible for assisting and advising in the development, implementation, and compliance of drinking water system quality control standards. Assists with updating management plans such as Risk Management, Emergency, Operation and Sampling plans, also assists with regulatory reporting. This position also compiles and submits annual consumer confidence and water reports for submission to the State of California.

Primary duties for the Water Quality Specialist – Regulation and Compliance include:

• Monitoring and reviewing water quality data for drinking water compliance; ensuring adherence to mandatory state and federal Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) monitoring and reporting requirements; interpreting codes and regulations.
• Performing research and analysis on administrative and operation processes related to water treatment, supply, and quality issues; analyzing water supply sources and use with the City’s system.
• Preparing annual water reports for submittal to the State of California and consumer confidence reports; and preparing other water quality reports as necessary.
• Researching treatment technologies to meet current and future regulations.
• Developing, interpreting, and reviewing analytical data, construction plans, designs, regional plans, environmental documents, specifications, quantities, estimates, and reports related to a variety water supply sources and recommending effective solutions.

Experience and Qualifications for Success!

 A combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, environmental science or a closely related field 

and Three years of experience in water quality testing and sampling, water distribution, production or treatment is required.

License: Possession of a valid class C driver license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in title 22 water regulations, sampling methods, dealing with Certified Laboratories, generating Customer Confidence Reports, and/or familiarity with upcoming regulations such as UCMR, Mn, and forever chemicals.
• Certification from the State Water Resources Control Board Water Treatment Operator and/or Distribution Operator.
• Experience with water quality analysis for federal and state compliance.

Key competencies for the successful candidate in this role include the following:

• Regulatory Knowledge – Understanding of water quality regulations and compliance.
• Research & Analysis – Proficiency in data analysis and technical research.
• Problem-Solving – Ability to interpret data and recommend solutions.
• Technical Writing and Reporting – Skilled in reports, specifications, and documentation.
• Regulatory Compliance – Applying federal, state, and local laws.
• Effective Communication – Strong written, oral, and presentation skills.
• Decision-Making – Sound judgment and independent work capability.
• Collaboration – Effective relationship management and teamwork.
• Attention to Detail – Accuracy in following instructions and record-keeping.

Apply Now!

 Submit an online City job application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline or first review date at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs.

• It is important that your city job application shows all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess. Resumes, CVs, and cover letters may be attached to your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application or supplemental questionnaire. Submitting an incomplete application or supplemental questionnaire may disqualify you from further consideration in the recruitment process.
• After you apply, all future correspondence from the city will be via E-Mail. Please check your messages regularly and keep your contact information up to date using your on-line application.

Start Your Journey… Follow the Process 

Applications and supplemental questions will be accepted until Monday, March 24, 2025, at 11:59 pm 

• All applications and supplemental questionnaires submitted will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in this job announcement. Candidates will be reviewed, and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience, training, and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Candidates will be notified about their status after the filing deadline. 
• A select number of candidates will be invited to a qualifying panel interview process. Select candidates will be notified of specifics after the examination process has been completed. Initial panel interviews may be conducted via video teleconference. Selected applicants will be notified of specifics at the appropriate time.

The Eligibility List established for this classification may be used to fill other regular and temporary vacancies at the discretion of the City.

For additional information on the duties and responsibilities of the position, refer to the job descriptions located on the City’s Career Page at City of Ventura Jobs or by clicking here Water Quality Specialist.

If you have questions about the recruitment process, please contact any of the Human Resources Recruitment Team at recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need an accommodation in a selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date of the position you are interested in. The Human Resources address is: 501 Poli Street, Room 210, Ventura, CA 93001, (805) 654-7853, e-mail: recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov. 

 The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!