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  • Cross-Connection Control Specialist with the Marina Coast Water District

    Marina, California United States REGIONAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES Full Time $87,580.61 - $111,777.52 Annually Jun 14, 2025
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    REGIONAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES

    OUR HISTORY Regional Government Services Authority (RGS) is a Joint Powers Authority (JPA) serving the needs of cities, counties, special districts, joint powers authorities, and other governmental entities since 2002. RGS works exclusively for the benefit of public agencies, providing a ready source of support and consulting services to meet the needs of its partner agencies in a broad range of disciplines and to help local governments meet three challenges: Decreasing revenues Increasing demands (and costs) for services, and Loss of experienced staff. Local government leaders knew that these challenges were likely to continue, so agencies would have to work together – uniting not only their voices but their resources to advocate and become more efficient. The idea behind the creation of RGS was to form an agency that would help local governments share expertise and improve efficiencies. This was an emerging need. It did not require that each agency hire full-time staff. With the creation of this JPA, agencies could, in effect, share expertise through a third-party. WHO WE ARE Today, RGS is governed by several member agencies, all with the common goal expressed in the JPA’s MISSION STATEMENT: To provide quality, innovative, cost-effective services exclusively to public agencies. In November 2020, the 5-year Strategic Plan was adopted. Current member agency representation can be found on the Board of Directors page of this website. RGS developed a highly flexible platform of administrative support, benefit plans and programs that could serve the diverse needs of cities, special districts, counties and other joint powers authorities. Flexibility was vital because the needs of partner agencies varied and because RGS services were 100 percent fee-based. Thus, RGS costs have always been able to ramp up or down quickly, as demand changed. To further understand RGS main service lines, please see the RGS Services Brochure or the Services area of the website. To view the RGS Org Chart click here. Regional Government Services Authority was formed under Section 6500, for the purpose of providing local governments with administrative, staffing and advisory services.  RGS has now served over 300 cities, special districts, joint powers authorities and other local governments and non-profits that support local governments.

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    Job Description

    Position Description

    Are you passionate about making a difference in your local community? Do you want to grow and develop in the field of water quality? If that is you, the Marina Coast Water District is seeking a new Cross-Connection Control Specialist to join their team.

    Don't miss this opportunity-apply today and become a key part of our team as a Cross-Connection Control Specialist!

    Regional Government Services and its staff are conducting this recruitment on behalf of the Marina Coast Water District .

    ABOUT THE POSITION:

    Under direct and general supervision, this position performs a variety of skilled work in backflow maintenance by planning, organizing, and assisting in administering the District’s Cross-Connection Control Program and by performing inspections, determining the need for installation of approved backflow prevention assemblies at water and recycled water connections based on the assessed level of hazard at the premises. This position will also test and repair backflow assemblies, prepare and submit regulatory reports, and perform related work as required. This position will have the challenging opportunity to be involved with the implementation of the District’s new Cross-Connection Control Plan with the State.

    THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL:
    • Be a self-driven individual with exceptional organizational and time management skills.
    • Be familiar with state and federal regulations related to safe drinking water.
    • Possess technical expertise to operate computer PC, laptop, and other handheld devices.
    • Have the expertise to perform hazard assessments.
    • Provide exceptional customer service to a diverse customer base.
    • Be able to craft reports, memos, and emails in a professional manner.
    • Interact tactfully, effectively, courteously, and concisely both orally and in writing with people in an environment with extensive public contact.


    ABOUT THE CLIENT


    Background - In 1958, a local group of dedicated citizens, known as the Marina Community Service Corporation, proposed the formation of a municipal-owned water system with boundaries to coincide with the existing Marina Fire District, which was approximately 1,600 acres. Two years later, the Marina County Water District was formed registered voters of the then unincorporated city of Marina. In 1966, voters authorized the sale of water bonds totaling $950,000 to acquire a privately owned water company serving the area.

    Today - Today we serve more than 40,000 customers and approximately 10,800 accounts split roughly equally between Central Marina and the Ord Community on the former military base, including California State University (CSU) Monterey Bay. Our vision is to become the leading public supplier of integrated water and wastewater services in the Monterey Bay Region.

    It's an exciting time to work for the District and to play an integral role in this high-profile opportunity, while also living on the Central Coast of California along the scenic Monterey Bay area-It just doesn't get any better...

    To view the District’s new Strategic Plan, click HERE

    CORE COMPETENCIES:

    • Attention to Detail - Accomplishes tasks with thoroughness and accuracy

    • Communication - Effectively conveys and exchanges thoughts, opinions, and information verbally and in writing
    • Customer Service - Maintains on-going client relationships

    • Initiative - Assesses and initiates things independently

    • Interpersonal Relations - Builds relationships based on mutual trust and respect
    • Judgment - Makes decisions based on careful thought
    • Problem Solving - Identifies problems and implements appropriate solutions
    • Reliability and Commitment - Shows commitment, dedication, and accountability to one's work, and follows through on all projects, goals, and aspects of one's work
    • Safety - Works to comply with safety regulations and helps to promote safety consciousness and well-being
    • Time Management - Coordinates and executes plans for events, tasks, and processes in an efficient and effective manner


    Examples of Duties

    To view the full job description, click HERE

    Typical Qualifications

    To qualify, a successful candidate must possess both education and experience which would provide the required knowledge and abilities. Experience may substitute for education. Minimum requirements to obtain the requisite knowledge and abilities are:

    • Equivalent to graduation from high school with specialized coursework or training related to cross-connection inspection and backflow prevention.


    and

    • Two years of experience working in a municipal water system or equivalent in the operation, testing, and maintenance of backflow prevention devices and/or cross connection control surveys.


    LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

    Must possess a valid California C driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.

    Must possess and maintain the following certifications at the appointment date:
    • American Water Works Association Cross Connection Control Program Specialist
    • American Water Works Association Backflow Prevention Assembly General Tester
    • Within 24 months from hire, possess and maintain a Grade D2 Water Distribution Operator certification from the State Water Resource Control Board.


    Supplemental Information

    BENEFITS AND SALARY INFORMATION

    Salary: $87,580.61 - $111,777.52 Annually

    ( Note - Effective July 1, 2026, salaries shall be increased by a percentage equal to the increase in the Feb 2025-Feb 2026 CPI-U for the San Francisco Bay area)

    To view the Marina Coast Water District benefits, click HERE

    APPLICATION PROCESS:
     Applications must be submitted online through this applicant tracking system. Materials must be complete and clearly indicate the candidate meets the minimum qualifications. Incomplete, late, emailed, and faxed applications are not accepted. Resumes are not considered in lieu of the required employment application . False statements may be cause for immediate disqualification, removal from eligibility list, or discharge from employment.

    All statements made on the application, resume, and supplemental materials are subject to verification. False statements may be cause for immediate disqualification, removal from eligibility list, or discharge from employment.

    Certificates, resumes, and/or cover letters must be uploaded with your application through this applicant tracking system.

    APPLICATION DEADLINE, IS JULY 4, 2025.

    SELECTION PROCESS:

    Application - (Pass/Fail) Applications are screened based on the criteria indicated in this announcement. Incomplete, late, emailed, and faxed applications will not be accepted. Resumes are not considered in lieu of the required employment application. Certificates, resumes, and/or cover letters must be uploaded with your application through this applicant tracking system.

    Minimum Qualifications (MQ) Appraisal - (Pass/Fail) All completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed for each applicant's ability to meet the minimum work experience, training, and education qualifications.

    Remote Screening - (Pass/Fail) A remote screening process may be used to verify qualifications and evaluate candidate's knowledge and skills for the position. The remote screening is tentatively scheduled for the week of July 13, 2025.

    Successful candidates will be submitted to the Marina Coast Water District for further consideration.

    All communication and notices will be sent via email. Additional inquiries about the position may be directed to aniewald@rgs.ca.gov .

    Neither Regional Government Services nor the Marina Coast Water District are responsible for failure of internet forms or email in submitting your application. Candidates who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or selection process should advise RGS by emailing aniewald@rgs.ca.gov .

    The Marina Coast Water District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    Closing Date/Time: 7/4/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
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