Salary : $123,487.00 - $166,780.00 Annually
Location : Fremont, CA
Job Type: Regular, Full-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 23-17
Department: Water Resources
Division: Groundwater Resources
Opening Date: 04/22/2024
Engineer 2/Hydrogeologist 2 $123,487-$150,105 annually, plus benefits
Associate Engineer/Associate Hydrogeologist $137,207-$166,780 annually, plus benefits
At ACWD, we recognize employees' need for flexibility. We offer alternative work schedules and a hybrid work-from-home policy to deliver work-life balance. An employee participating in the telecommuting program must work on-site a minimum of six full, regular workdays per two-week pay period. This position is eligible to work a hybrid schedule upon the recommendation and approval of the supervisor.
Position is open until filled. First consideration will be given to applications received before Friday, May 24, 2024 at 5:00 p.m.
There are currently two vacancies to fill. The recruitment is being conducted for both classifications. The vacancy may be filled at either level pending the recruitment outcome.
The Alameda County Water District located in Fremont, CA, is seeking to hire an exceptionally talented engineer or hydrogeologist to apply and further develop their technical knowledge and broaden their project management and leadership skills.

Under the supervision of the Groundwater Resources Manager, this position will perform a variety of complex engineering, hydrogeological, and administrative tasks related to the management and protection of groundwater resources. An area of responsibility will include oversight of the investigation and cleanup at leaking underground fuel tank and other spill or leak sites in conformance with local, regional, and state guidelines, and coordinating investigation and cleanup oversight activities with federal, state, and local agencies. Additionally, the incumbent will assist or lead well construction and rehabilitation projects which includes overseeing the work of consultants or water well drillers; reviewing proposals and reports for conformity with guidelines, industry standards and specifications; interpreting hydrogeologic data; administering contracts; monitoring costs; preparing change orders; and reviewing progress payments to contractors.

The position also involves assisting with groundwater management programs which may include activities related to the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA); participating in groundwater basin studies; analyzing field data; overseeing data entry and the preparation of tables and diagrams; and producing technical reports with findings and recommendations. Good computer skills are required for a variety of technical analysis tasks.
Examples of Duties

The complete job descriptions for the Engineer 2/Hydrogeologist 2 and Associate Engineer/Associate Hydrogeologist can be found here:
Typical Qualifications

Engineer 2/Hydrogeologist 2:
Possession of a Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in engineering curriculum, geology, hydrogeology, or a related field; and Two (2) years of full-time experience in engineering, hydrogeology, groundwater investigation and cleanup, and/or groundwater basin management activities (e.g., well construction, groundwater monitoring, saltwater intrusion, and groundwater modeling) equivalent to that of a Engineer I or Hydrogeologist I within the District; and Possess a California Engineer-In-Training or California Geologist-in-Training Certificate.
An advanced degree in an accredited engineering, geology, or hydrogeology curriculum may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.
Associate Engineer/Associate Hydrogeologist:
Possession of a Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in engineering curriculum, geology, hydrogeology, or a related field; and Two (2) years of full-time experience in engineering, hydrogeology, or groundwater investigation and cleanup and/or groundwater basin management activities equivalent to that of an Engineer II or Hydrogeologist II within the district; and Possess a California State Registration as a Professional Engineer or Professional Geologist.
All positions : Must possess a valid California Driver's license and have a satisfcatory driving record.
Selection Procedure

First consideration will be given to applications received by Friday, May 24, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. Application materials, which include a supplemental questionnaire should be submitted online at www.acwd.org/jobs.
Candidates who present the best job-related qualifications will have their Supplemental responses rated followed by a qualification's appraisal panel interview.
All applicants will be evaluated against the qualifications and characteristics listed above and included in the job description.
Candidates that pass the supplemental review will be invited to a virtual panel interview.
Health Insurance : Coverage is provided through the CalPERS Health program. Employees contribute 1.0% of salary toward the cost of their medical benefits. Under the Cafeteria Plan, employees will receive a flex dollar allowance to purchase healthcare coverage, and qualifying voluntary products.
Dental and Vision : Coverage for the employee and eligible dependents is fully paid by the District.
Retirement : California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) benefit depends on whether the employee is a "new" member or "classic" member under state law.
Classic member : Employee who is a member of PERS or reciprocal agency within six months of hire at ACWD. 2.5% @ 55 with 8% employee contribution. $5000 Retired Death Benefit, 3% Annual Cost-of-Living Allowance Increase, Post-Retirement Survivor Allowance to Continue After Remarriage, Pre-Retirement Death Benefits to Continue After Remarriage of Survivor, Additional Opportunity to Elect 1959 Survivor Benefits, 1959 Survivor Benefit Level 4, Unused Sick Leave Credit, Public Service Credit for Peace Corps, AmeriCorps VISTA, or AmeriCorps Service, Military Service Credit as Public Service, Final Compensation 1 Year, Post-Retirement Survivor Allowance, Prior Service. The District picks up 2.5% of the CalPERS retirement contribution.
New member : Employees hired after 12/31/12 who were not members of PERS or a reciprocal agency within the last six months of hire at ACWD. 2% @ 62 with 7% employee contribution. Effective 7/1/23 PEPRA employee contributions will increase to 7.75%. $5000 Retired Death Benefit, 1959 Survivor Benefit Level 4, 3% Annual Cost-of-Living Allowance Increase, Additional Opportunity to Elect 1959 Survivor Benefits, Final Compensation 3 Years, Military Service Credit as Public Service, Post-Retirement Survivor Allowance, Post-Retirement Survivor Allowance to Continue After Remarriage, Pre-Retirement Death Benefits to Continue After Remarriage of Survivor, Pre-Retirement Option 2W Death Benefit, Prior Service, Public Service Credit for Peace Corps, AmeriCorps VISTA, or AmeriCorps Service, Unused Sick Leave Credit.
Social Security/Medicare : The District does not participate in Social Security, but provides a 1.45% matching Medicare contribution.
Retiree Health Benefits : Coverage is provided through the CalPERS Health program. The District's contribution for retiree coverage shall be the PEMHCA minimum contribution as determined by CalPERS on an annual basis. Please refer to the Memorandum of Understanding for various eligibility and plan details.
Employees hired on or after January 1, 2019 will receive a defined-contribution benefit into a retiree health savings account.
Life Insurance : The District provides you with Basic Life Insurance and Basic AD&D Insurance of one and one half times your annual salary to a maximum of $250,000. There is no cost to employee for this insurance.
Long Term Disability : The District provides you with Long Term Disability Income Insurance of 66 2/3% of monthly earnings with a maximum monthly benefit of $15,000.
Short Term Disability : Coverage is provided through the District for employees working more than 20 hours per week at 66 2/3% of base weekly earnings for the first 12 weeks up to a weekly benefit maximum of $2,350.
Deferred Compensation : Optional deferred income plans allowing tax sheltering of current income and payment later as supplemental retirement income. The District pays a match of up to $1,750 per year to the employee's 401(a).
Vacation : 10 days first year, increasing to 25 days after 20 years.
Holidays : 11 days per year.
Sick Leave : 12 days per year
Management Leave : 80 hours to 96 hours of Management Leave per calendar year (depending on classification).
Employee Assistance Program : Up to 6 sessions for employees and family members for professional consultation and short-term counseling for personal problems.
Tuition Reimbursement : The District will reimburse 100% of the total tuition and textbook costs incurred in taking courses outside of normal working hours related to District employment up to an annual maximum of $5,250.
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IMPORTANT NOTE (applies to all questions): Following an assessment of minimum qualifications, the determination as to whether candidates should be invited to the hiring interview will be based only on evaluation of responses to this Supplemental Questionnaire. The District will evaluate responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire individually and separately from the employment application and any submitted resume or other materials (such materials will not be available to those evaluating responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire). Therefore, your responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire should be comprehensive, should demonstrate any proficiency in those areas highlighted in the announcement, and should NOT reference or rely on any information provided in the application or other submitted materials. Be sure to additionally include the name(s) of your employer(s), your dates of employment with that employer, and your job title(s) in your responses to each question as applicable.
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Please indicate at which level (s) you are applying for. There are two vacancies for this position that will be filled at one of the available levels based on this recruitment.

• Engineer 2/Hydrogeologist 2
• Associate Engineer/Associate Hydrogeologist
• Both

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Please describe your work experience (including any professional certifications) that qualify you for the Engineer or Hydrogeologist position for which you are applying.
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Please describe your experience of the following: Groundwater resources management activities including field work, data analysis, technical reports, and presentations (e.g., Sustainable Groundwater Management Act, groundwater management plans, well design and rehabilitation, pump tests, etc.).
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Please describe coursework, training, and/or work experience related to oversight of the investigation and cleanup at leaking underground fuel tanks and other spill or leak sites in conformance with local, regional, and state guidelines, and coordinating investigation and cleanup oversight activities with other federal, state, and local agencies. Also include any work experience dealing with hazardous materials while managing a project. Please indicate: (a) the nature and size of the assignments/projects, (b) your role, (c) what insights you learned from that experience.
Required Question