Wastewater Manager Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $10,350.11 - $12,506.95 Monthly
Location : Wastewater Treatment Plant, 1801 W. Central Ave., Lompoc, CA
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Job Number: 7960226
Department: Utility
Division: Wastewater
Opening Date: 02/04/2026
DEFINITION/SELECTION PROCESS
THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH AN ELIGIBILITY LIST FOR A CURRENT VACANCY. Interested applicants must submit on-line application -- NO paper applications will be accepted.
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The City reserves the right to stop accepting applications prior to the posted deadline, if a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. Therefore, applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible. The recruitment is officially closed once it has been removed from the City's website.
The Wastewater Manager is responsible for the management of the wastewater treatment facility and the wastewater collection system. This position may represent the City on various boards or commissions dealing with wastewater issues.
Under direction of the Utility Director, the Wastewater Manager plans, organizes, supervises, and directs the activities of the Wastewater division; and to perform related work as required.
EXAMINATION PROCESS: Based upon screening of the City application, résumé, and responses to supplemental questions, applicants whose qualifications best meet the requirements of the position will be invited to the examination process. This process may include, but is not limited to panel interview, which consists of an evaluation of some of the essential knowledge, skills, abilities, and job-related experience listed below. Those candidates who pass the examination process are placed on an eligibility list from which the final selection will be made.
SELECTION PROCESS: As authorized by City policy, applicants being considered for hire in this position are subject to fingerprinting for purposes of investigating criminal history background, as part of the employment screening process. Appointment is subject to successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination (based upon job-related physical standards) by a City-designated physician.
Failure in any one part of the examination or selection processes will disqualify a candidate from further consideration.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
The following duties are typical of this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the duties and/or may be required to perform specific additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.
Plans and directs the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment plant, pumping stations and sewer mains; ensures the wastewater treatment plant is operated in conformity with discharge requirements; directs the maintenance of treatment plant buildings, grounds and equipment and the installation of new equipment and facilities; inspects, measures and tests sewer mains and manholes, lift stations and construction for conformance with approved plans and specifications; directs the balling, rodding and flushing of sewer mains; conducts divisional in-service safety training classes related to work assignments ensures that supervisors enforce safety practices; maintains records of sewage treatment activities and sewer mains maintenance; prepares and submits annual budget estimates and supervises expenditures from approved budget; prepares and presents staff reports for the City Council, boards and commissions; review applications and eligibility list of applicants for employment and selects personnel; maintains records and submits payroll data; prepares annual, monthly and special reports as required; operates City vehicles; and performs related work as required.
If you are unable to perform the essential functions of the position for which you are applying, either with or without reasonable accommodation, please notify Human Resources at (805) 875-8208.
TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS
Include any combination of training, education and experience which demonstrates an ability to perform the duties of the position. The typical qualifying entrance background is:
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree in a technical field relating to wastewater treatment, such as engineering or natural science AND five (5) years' experience in activated sludge wastewater utility operations, including at least three years (3) in a management or supervisory capacity. Qualifying experiences may be substituted for up to two years (2) of college coursework on a two-for-one basis.
LICENSE REQUIRED: Possession of a valid and appropriate California Driver's License. Possession of a California Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certification. Possession of a Grade IV or V is highly desirable.
KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Modern methods and applied theory used in activated sludge waste treatment processes, interpretation of laboratory analysis procedures and their application methods and practices in training, directing and supervision of plant personnel
• Use of plant Operation and Maintenance Manual for instruction and training of all operating plant personnel
• OSHA safety practices associated with all wastewater activities
• Principles of management, supervision and training
• Recordkeeping

ABILITY TO:

• Plan, organize and direct wastewater treatment plant operations and sewer mains installation and maintenance activities
• Develop and direct work schedules
• Investigate ordinance violations and to enforce the laws effectively
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Prepare budget estimates
• Train personnel in plant operations and maintenance
• Deal effectively with public and subordinate complaints
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions

• Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Respond effectively to emergency situations

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical: Strength: Medium Work - Lifting, carrying and/or pushing 50 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Occasional standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping, crouching, crawling, pushing, pulling, handling, gripping, grasping, reaching at, above and below shoulder level, extending neck upward, downward and side to side, fingering, typing. On rare occasions kneels, climbs stairs and ladders. Vision: visual acuity sufficient to perform the essential functions of the position; average depth perception needed. Hearing: effectively hear/comprehend oral instructions and communication and traffic/equipment noise.
Mental/Psychological: Work cooperatively and interact appropriately with those contacted in the course of work, including the general public, without exhibiting extreme responses; respond appropriately to criticism from supervisor; utilize complex reading skills; utilize simple math and writing skills; understand, remember and carry our complex job instructions; respond quickly to changing priorities; communicate effectively orally; work under pressure; work within deadlines; supervise other workers; train other workers.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employees in this classification may be required to utilize respirators in the course of their job duties or under emergency circumstances and thus must be in compliance with General Industry Safety Order 5144. Employees shall not wear beards, mustaches, sideburns, facial hair or other conditions in such a manner that may prevent or interfere with establishing and maintaining a proper seal of the respirator face mask. This requirement is implemented in order to ensure the safety and health of the employee.
The information herein does not either constitute an expressed or implied contract.
These provisions are subject to change without notice.
Job classes in this unit are subject to the City's Personnel Rules, Procedures, Policies, and the Management, Supervisory & Confidential ("MS&C") Compensation Plan ("Comp Plan"). Benefits include the following:
Bilingual Pay: Individuals determined to be in an eligible position and qualified by the City will be eligible for $150 per month bilingual. Employees with both oral and written bilingual skills shall receive $190 per month bilingual pay.
Deferred Compensation: The City encourages and supports employee enrollment in either MissionSquare or CalPERS deferred compensation plan. Employees may contribute up to the maximum amount according to the IRS Retirement Plan Contribution Limits.
Dental Insurance: Effective the first day of the month following appointment, the employee and dependents are eligible for insurance; the City contributes a substantial amount of the premium for the employee and dependents.
Health Insurance: Effective the first day of the month following appointment, the employee and dependents are eligible for insurance; the City contributes a substantial amount of the premium for the employee and dependents. Employees can select from three (3) Blue Shield plans.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Employees of the City of Lompoc are eligible to receive EAP services administered by Anthem Blue Cross. Employee, spouse, and eligible dependents are entitled to receive five (5) sessions per family member, per incident. Services include counseling for various reasons/needs.
Holidays: Thirteen (13) days per year including one floating holiday.
Life Insurance: The City provides life insurance in the amount equivalent to two years' annual salary up to a maximum of $300,000. The premium is paid entirely by the City. Employees are eligible for enrollment after the first day following six (6) months of continuous employment. Additional employee coverage is available at group rates.
Long-Term Disability Insurance: Effective the first day of the month following six complete months of employment, the employee is eligible for insurance. The City pays 100% of the premium.
Retirement: Third Tier-- Employees hired after January 1, 2013 are covered by California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) 2% at age 62 formula. Employees pay 50% of the normal cost of the member's contribution as prescribed by PEPRA. Final compensation is the average for the highest 36 consecutive months.
Second Tier-- Employees hired after November 19, 2011 and before January 1, 2013 are covered by California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) 2% at age 60 formula. An eight percent (8%) member's contribution is paid by the employee. Final compensation is the average for the highest 36 consecutive months.
First Tier-- Employees hired prior to November 19, 2011 are covered by California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) 2.7% at age 55 formula with 1959 survivor's benefit. A ten percent (10%) member's contribution is paid by the employee. Final compensation is the average for the highest 12 consecutive months.
Social Security: As a City of Lompoc employee, your earnings are not covered by Social Security. Under the Social Security law, there are two ways your Social Security Benefit amount earned under previous employers may be affected, "Windfall Elimination Provision" and "Government Pension Offset Provision." FOR MORE INFORMATION, please visit You may also call 1-800-772-1213 or for the deaf or hard of hearing, call the TTY number 1-800-325-0778, or you may contact your local Social Security Office.
Section 125 Tax Deferral: Program used for out-of-pocket health premiums, medical costs not covered under health plan, and day care/elder care.
Sick Leave: Commencing at the time of appointment, sick leave benefits accrue at a bi-weekly rate and the employee is eligible to use those benefits reflected as their sick leave balance; accrual rate is 12 days/year with unlimited accrual.
Tuition Reimbursement: The City will provide tuition reimbursement for college courses in accordance with Personnel Procedures Manual Chapter 43 "Tuition Reimbursement for College/University Courses." In addition, the City will provide community college students up to 100% tuition reimbursement and 100% reimbursement for required course books per semester. (Course syllabus and receipts identifying books purchased are required for books).
Vacation: Commencing at the time of appointment, vacation leave benefits accrue at a bi-weekly rate based upon length of employment. Employees are eligible to use vacation leave following completion of six months employment and accrue 18 days each year, increasing to 28 days after 15 years (includes 8 days per year of management leave). For more benefit information, please review the Management, Supervisory & Confidential ("MS&C") Compensation Plan; go to the following link:
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The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview.By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatement...