WPC Training Specialist

Do you have a passion for developing people, sharing technical knowledge, and helping other succeed? Are you energized by coaching employees and ensuring they have the skills and confidence to safely operate critical infrastructure? If so, the city would love to have you join our team as our Water Pollution Control (WPC) Training Specialist.

In this role, you'll develop and deliver engaging training programs, mentor employees in the field, evaluate operational practices, and ensure staff remain current with industry standards, safety requirements, and environmental regulations.

We're looking for someone who enjoys teaching, building relationships, and helping others reach their full potential. Strong communication skills, technical knowledge of wastewater treatment operations, and a commitment to safety and regulatory excellence are key to success in this position. Apply today!

About Our Organization

At the City, we are committed to employing individuals who reflect our community’s diverse backgrounds and this position is crucial in the success and strategic direction of a growing and evolving community. We appreciate and leverage the vast experience individuals bring beyond the technical requirements of a job. If you are an individual with similar experience listed here please consider applying. Experience and skills combined with commitment to our core values is key to building a greater community now and for the next generation.

About Our Community

Nestled in the heart of Iowa, Cedar Rapids is our vibrant and diverse community known for its rich history, culture, and natural beauty. Our city has a strong sense of community which can be seen at any of our numerous parks, recreational opportunities, and family-friendly events year round. You can also explore our thriving downtown district, filled with shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, or take a stroll along the Cedar River, which runs through the heart of the city. Cedar Rapids - Why you should live here!

About This Opportunity

Provides technical training, operational guidance, and compliance support to ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the Cedar Rapids Water Pollution Control facility and its wastewater treatment processes.

The City of Cedar Rapids does not offer sponsorship for employment authorization.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops, coordinates, delivers, and documents technical, operational, and safety training programs for Water Pollution Control employees, including new employee orientation, process-specific instruction, and required regulatory training.
• Collaborates with supervisors, subject matter experts, vendors, and professional partners to identify training needs, schedule training activities, and support employee qualification and requalification programs.
• Develops, maintains, and administers training materials, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), One Point Lessons, and training records to ensure consistency, compliance, and workforce development.
• Utilizes training management systems to track employee training, certifications, continuing education credits, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Supports continuous improvement initiatives by participating in safety reviews, root cause analyses, operational assessments, and recommending process and training improvements.
• Prepares reports, maintains documentation, communicates effectively with stakeholders, and remains current on industry trends, regulations, and best practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college and university in environmental engineering and
• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in professional training development and delivery in a technical or industrial setting or
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse population
  
  

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Valid U.S. Driver’s License
• Possession of an Iowa Grade II Wastewater Operator License
• Grade IV Wastewater Operator’s License issued by the State of Iowa within two years of hire
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• None
  
  

Supplemental Information

Work Schedule

• Monday - Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm with occasional off shift work for when training is needed for 2nd or 3rd shifts
  
  

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement

The City of Cedar Rapids is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All job applicants will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history).

Applicants With Disabilities

We respect and value people with disabilities and are committed to providing a workplace culture of disability inclusion. People with disabilities are supported during the hiring process and are encouraged to apply for employment with the City of Cedar Rapids. In support of the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations will be provided to those in need of assistance with the application and interview process. To request an accommodation, contact the City's Human Resources department by phone at 319-286-5000 or by email at hr@cedar-rapids.org.

We offer benefits and beyond for our employees and their families!

• Multiple health insurance plans administered by Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield with low employee premiums, deductibles, and co-insurance (view our benefits summaries for more information: Choice Plan and Traditional Plan)
• Expansive Wellness Program and low cost onsite exercise facilities
• Dental Insurance with Delta Dental of Iowa
• 100% city paid basic life insurance
• Other voluntary benefits offered including vision, long-term disability, and supplemental life insurance
• IPERS Retirement - Iowa Public Employees Retirement System, with contributions of 6.29% employee/ 9.44% City (IPERS)
• Deferred Compensation (IRS Section 457) retirement programs
• Generous paid time off AND 11 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave program with 4 weeks of paid time off
• Annual salary increases, AND an annual across-the-board increase (determined by available budget)
• Longevity Pay for years of service
• Educational assistance up to $3,000 per year
• A culture that is supportive and committed to professional development opportunities
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness – Employees may qualify for the PSLF program which forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time for a qualifying employer. See more information here
  
  

01

Which of the following best indicates your highest level of education?

• I do not have a High School diploma or GED
• High School diploma or GED
• Some college (at least the equivalent of 1 year)
• Associate's degree or vocational equivalent
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree or higher
  
  

02

What was your major or primary field of study?

• Environmental Engineering
• Other, related to Environmental Engineering
• Other major
• no degree
  
  

03

How many years of experience do you have in professional training development and delivery in a technical or industrial setting?

• Less than 1 year of experience
• At least 1 year of experience
• At least 3 years of experience
• At least 5 years of experience
• At least 7 years of experience
• At least 9 years of experience
• More than 10 years of experience
  
  

04

Which of the following best indicates your total years of experience where primary duties consisted of professional training development and delivery in a technical or industrial setting? Please only include experience where your primary job responsibilities were in one of these areas.

• Less than 1 year of experience
• At least 1 year of experience
• At least 3 years of experience
• At least 5 years of experience
• At least 7 years of experience
• At least 9 years of experience
  
  

05

Please share your experience in professional training development and delivery in a technical or industrial setting.

06

Which of the following best describes your proficiency with Microsoft Office?

• Beginner – Able to perform basic tasks such as creating simple documents, entering data, sending emails, and using basic formatting.
• Intermediate – Comfortable with day-to-day use, including formatting documents, using basic formulas in Excel (e.g., SUM, AVERAGE), managing calendars, and creating standard presentations.
• Proficient – Regularly uses Microsoft Office in a professional setting; able to create complex documents, use intermediate Excel functions (e.g., IF statements), and manage data efficiently.
• Advanced – Highly skilled; able to use advanced Excel functions (e.g., VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data analysis tools), automate tasks, create polished reports/presentations, and troubleshoot issues.
• Expert – Deep expertise across multiple Office applications; designs complex spreadsheets and reporting tools, uses advanced automation (e.g., macros), and may train or support others.
  
  

07

Briefly describe your experience working collaboratively with diverse groups of people.

08

Do you currently possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No
  
  

09

Do you have a Iowa Grade II Wastewater Operator License?

• Yes
• No
  
  

10

Are you able to obtain a Grade IV Wastewater Operator’s License issued by the State of Iowa within two years of hire?

• Yes
• No
• Already have my Grade IV Wastewater Operator’s License issued by the State of Iowa
• Required Question