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Liberty

Supervisor II, Water Quality

Downey, CA

$120K - $160K/yr

Purpose The Water Quality Supervisor performs highly complex tasks to implement, maintain, and ... model. What we offer Company funded Pension program 401k with Company match Full insurance benefits ...

Wood Plc

Water Resource Engineer

West Palm Beach, FL

$76K - $104K/yr

Experience with hydraulic and hydrologic modeling (e.g. ICPR, SWMM, HEC-RAS) is required, statistical analysis, GIS training or knowledge is desired, and water quality modeling and programming skills ...

Wood Plc

Water Resource Engineer

Jacksonville, FL

$73K - $100K/yr

Experience with hydraulic and hydrologic modeling (e.g. ICPR, SWMM, HEC-RAS) is required, statistical analysis, GIS training or knowledge is desired, and water quality modeling and programming skills ...

Wood Plc

Water Resource Engineer

Lakeland, FL

$73K - $100K/yr

Experience with hydraulic and hydrologic modeling (e.g. ICPR, SWMM, HEC-RAS) is required, statistical analysis, GIS training or knowledge is desired, and water quality modeling and programming skills ...

Wood Plc

Water Resource Engineer

Tallahassee, FL

$75K - $102K/yr

Experience with hydraulic and hydrologic modeling (e.g. ICPR, SWMM, HEC-RAS) is required, statistical analysis, GIS training or knowledge is desired, and water quality modeling and programming skills ...

Wood Plc

Water Resource Engineer

Tampa, FL

$74K - $102K/yr

Experience with hydraulic and hydrologic modeling (e.g. ICPR, SWMM, HEC-RAS) is required, statistical analysis, GIS training or knowledge is desired, and water quality modeling and programming skills ...

Wood Plc

Water Resource Engineer

Pensacola, FL

$74K - $102K/yr

Experience with hydraulic and hydrologic modeling (e.g. ICPR, SWMM, HEC-RAS) is required, statistical analysis, GIS training or knowledge is desired, and water quality modeling and programming skills ...

Wood Plc

Water Resource Engineer

Gainesville, FL

$71K - $97K/yr

Experience with hydraulic and hydrologic modeling (e.g. ICPR, SWMM, HEC-RAS) is required, statistical analysis, GIS training or knowledge is desired, and water quality modeling and programming skills ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Water Quality Modeler, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Water Quality Modeler, you need a solid background in environmental science or engineering, strong analytical skills, and experience with hydrology and water chemistry. Familiarity with modeling software such as SWAT, HEC-RAS, or QUAL2K, as well as GIS applications and relevant certifications, is typically required. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills help convey complex findings and collaborate on multidisciplinary projects. These competencies are crucial for accurately assessing water systems, informing policy or remediation, and ensuring environmental and public health.

What is water quality modeling?

Water quality modeling is the process of using mathematical and computational techniques to simulate how water pollutants move and change within rivers, lakes, reservoirs, and groundwater systems. These models help scientists and engineers predict the impacts of human activities, such as agriculture or industrial discharge, on water quality. Water quality models are essential tools for managing water resources, developing pollution control strategies, and complying with environmental regulations.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in water quality modeling, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in water quality modeling often encounter challenges such as handling incomplete or inconsistent data, adapting models to diverse environmental conditions, and communicating technical findings to non-specialist stakeholders. Addressing these requires strong data management skills, continuous learning about new modeling techniques, and effective collaboration with field scientists and policymakers. Additionally, keeping up with regulatory changes and advancements in modeling software can help ensure reliable and actionable results.

What is the difference between Water Quality Modeling vs Water Treatment Plant Operator?

AspectWater Quality ModelingWater Treatment Plant Operator
CredentialsEnvironmental or Civil Engineering degree, certifications in modeling softwareHigh school diploma or equivalent, state licensing
Work EnvironmentOffice, laboratory, field data analysisWater treatment facilities, plant operations
Industry UsageDesigning models, analyzing water quality dataOperating treatment equipment, ensuring water safety

Water Quality Modeling focuses on creating simulations to predict water quality changes, while Water Treatment Plant Operators manage daily operations of water treatment facilities. Both roles require understanding water systems but differ in their primary tasks and work settings.

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Supervisor II, Water Quality

Supervisor II, Water Quality

Liberty

Downey, CA

$120K - $160K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Our purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in everything we do as a business, and as an employee team.

At Liberty, we hire passionate people who care about doing the right thing for our customers. We are entrepreneurial, creative, and outcome-focused. Here, your natural talent and achievements will flourish in an inclusive environment of teamwork, trust and continuous learning. We are always pursuing excellence to exceed our ambitions goals, rewarding both the goal outcome and how we achieve it. 

Purpose

The Water Quality Supervisor performs highly complex tasks to implement, maintain, and comply with all water quality and related environmental programs pertaining to all Liberty water facilities in California under their supervision. This person coordinates, oversees, and directs the activities of others within these systems, either directly or indirectly, which are related to water quality compliance or related environmental programs. 

The purpose of this role is to ensure the water system remains in full regulatory compliance by planning and coordinating required sampling, maintaining sampling readiness, and managing accurate water quality data and documentation. Key outcomes include on-time collection and lab analysis of system/process samples; validated water quality results; timely submission of monthly drinking water and wastewater reports; complete, traceable compliance event records (Gensuite/Archer); ongoing readiness for current and new regulations (rTCR, DBP Stage 2, LCRi, UCMR); an assembled draft CCR; effective response to water quality customer complaints; and disciplined cost control through annual budgeting and spend management. 

Accountabilities
  • Maintain adequate supply of coolers, containers, custody forms and cooling agents for as-needed samples
  • Serve as Primary Liaison with Operations to ensure timely collection, analysis and reporting of system and plat process samples
  • Serve as Primary Liaison with external Contract Lab(s) to confirm sample receipt and timely reporting of results to Liberty and Federal/State regulators
  • Review and Validate all water quality data
  • Complete and submit monthly regulatory reports of drinking water & wastewater quality
  • Document all compliance related events in Gensuite and track events in Archer
  • Coordinate full compliance with rTCR, DBP Stage 2, LCRi, UCMR and any other new regulations affecting the water system
  • Assemble data and complete draft CCR for review
  • Respond to all Water Quality customer complaints
  • Complete annual budget and review/manage costs to ensure spend falls within budget
  • Maintain and update system compliance plans – BSSP, Nitrification, Cross Connection, etc.
Education and Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience 
  • Minimum 3 years of water industry or related experience
  • Certified Water or Wastewater Operator (must obtain within 6 months of hire date)
  • Excellent Organizational and Communication Skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Teams)
  • Demonstrated Experience Engaging with State Regulators and/or Water Utility Customers
Compensation Data

Full base salary range $120,000.00- $160,000.00 per year*Liberty considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education, training and skills, and geographic location.

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. is a growing renewable energy and utility company with over $15 billion of assets across North America and internationally.

For more than 30 years, Algonquin has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to delivering clean energy and water solutions. Our rapid growth has led both our regulated utility services and renewable energy business groups into different geographies and commodities, but our purpose remains unchanged – Sustaining Energy and Water for Life.

Through our operating business (Liberty), we provide regulated electricity, water, and natural gas utility services to over 1 million customer connections, primarily in North America. And, our growing portfolio of clean, renewable wind, solar, hydro and thermal power generation facilities represent over 3 GW of renewable generation capacity in operation and under construction.

With our robust, diversified, and growing presence in communities across North America and internationally, we are continually demonstrating our “Think Global,  Act Local” business model.

What we offer

Company funded Pension program

401k with Company match

Full insurance benefits (health/dental/vision/life)

Collaborative environment with a genuine flexible working policy

Share purchase/match plan

Defined Contribution savings plan

Top Talent Program

Volunteer paid days off

Employee Assistance Program

Achievement fund

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce.  If you are excited about this role and are not certain you meet the all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to further investigate the opportunity.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person’s unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents. Full participation of all employees in a safe, healthy and respectful environment is key to individual and company success. We are committed to fully utilizing the abilities of all of our employees and expect each of our employees to honor this commitment in their daily responsibilities.

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