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Golden State Water Company is one of the largest investor-owned water utilities in the United States. We deliver quality, reliable water to more than 1 million people in over 80 communities throughout California. Golden State Water has been in business for more than 90 years because we put customers first.
POSITION DEFINITION:
The incumbent in this position is a part of the Water Quality Team and maintains databases, manages records, and tracks compliance. The Analyst is also responsible for preparing reports from databases to support the daily activities and long-term goals of the department.
Accountability
• Performs tasks to implement, maintain and comply with all water quality and environmental regulations and programs within the district
• Assists in the preparation of reports for compliance purposes that may include but not be limited to: State Water Resources Control Board - Division of Drinking Water (DDW) Annual Report, Consumer Confidence Report, Public Health Goal Report, NPDES report, etc.
• Researches technical documents and assists in conducting water quality studies to achieve business objectives and goals
• Maintains water quality and environmental databases
• Maintains water quality monitoring schedules and tracks samples and laboratory reports.
• Conducts data analysis, summarizes data with tables and graphs, and prepares reports and/or presentations as directed by the Water Quality Engineer or Water Quality Manager
• Coordinates document management of records, reports, and regulatory correspondence
• Maintains Cross-Connection Control Program. This may include maintaining administration functions and/or functions as performed by a Cross Connection Control Specialist (conducting surveys and making decisions related to backflow protection requirements). May be required to obtain Cross Connection Control Specialist certification and conduct field work
• Uses hydraulic modeling to develop flushing plans using ArcGIS
• Coordinates meetings, agendas, action items and project schedules
• Maintains organized compliance records and tracking system.
• Initiates corrective action for procedural, product, or process deficiencies.
• Manages database and prepare procedures and protocol for database entry.
• Performs other duties as assigned
Skills and Competencies
• Analytical and attentive to details
• Able to analyze data, make observations, and draw preliminary conclusions
• Able to perform QA/QC on database and make necessary corrections
• Able to conduct data analysis, summarize data with tables and graphs, and prepare reports and/or presentations
• Skilled in the use of computer systems, business software, cloud-based applications, and digital communication tools such as Microsoft Teams to perform assigned duties
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, environmental sciences, chemistry, biology, or related discipline strongly preferred
• Two years of progressively responsible experience in three or more of the following areas: water quality, environmental regulations, compliance tracking, database management, data analysis, cross connection control, hydraulic modeling, and reporting writing
• A Bachelor's Degree can substitute for the required experience
• Familiarity with local, state, federal environmental regulations or safety practices preferred
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Qualities / Core Competencies:
• Familiar with database management and able to perform data query
• Good organizational skills
• Attentive to details
• A team player
• Excellent critical and analytical thinking skills
• Excellent problem-solving abilities
May include but not limited to standing, climbing, walking, lifting, bending, pulling and/or pushing, grasping, reaching, stooping and crouching, sitting, typing, walking, reading, writing, color determination, speaking and listening for extended periods of time.
BENEFITS
Our Company supports our employees with rich benefit programs and resources to help them thrive today and prepare for tomorrow. Benefit options include medical, dental, and vision plans with the Company currently paying 85% of the monthly premium for employees and their eligible dependents. We also offer paid vacation and sick time and twelve Company paid holidays per year. To help our employees plan for the future, we offer both a 401(k) retirement plan as well as a Defined Contribution Profit Sharing retirement plan. Additional benefits include life, AD&D, and LTD insurance as well as health savings account and flexible spending plans.
COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Multiple factors are used to determine the actual starting rate of pay for all of our positions, including specific skills, years of experience, education, certification(s), and other job related factors.
The responsibilities of this position will involve access to information that may be considered confidential, private and sensitive. Therefore, the individual filling this position will be required to both allow and pass a background check.
NOTE: Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with special needs to perform the essential functions.