Advanced Water Treatment Compliance Manager

At Jacobs, we challenge what's currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. Through the delivery of our operations and maintenance services, you’ll make it simpler and more seamless for our municipal clients to operate safely and efficiently, empowering communities to focus on what matters most to them - people.

The Advanced Water Treatment Compliance Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing all environmental compliance programs for a state-of-the-art water treatment facility in California. This facility purchases secondary treated wastewater and utilizes advanced treatment processes (e.g., microfiltration/reverse osmosis, UV disinfection/advanced oxidation) to meet California's rigorous Title 22 drinking water and water recycling standards. The treated water is sold to industrial clients and used for indirect potable reuse (IPR) via groundwater replenishment. The primary role is to ensure strict adherence to all regulations from the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Division of Drinking Water (DDW) and the relevant Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB).

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Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Regulatory Compliance & Reporting: Coordinate with the client on all communications and reports for California regulatory agencies, including the SWRCB DDW and RWQCB. Prepare, submit, and manage all required compliance reports, permit renewals, and documentation, ensuring accuracy and timeliness under the Clean Water Act and Safe Drinking Water Act.

• Title 22 and Permit Management: Ensure all operations meet the stringent requirements of the California Code of Regulations (CCR), Title 22, Division 4, Chapter 3 (Uniform Statewide Recycling Criteria), including specific regulations for Groundwater Replenishment Reuse Projects (GRRP). Manage and implement the facility's specific reclaimed water quality monitoring program, ensuring compliance with all standards.

• Monitoring and Analysis: Plan and supervise comprehensive monitoring, sampling, and testing programs for influent, process water, product water, and groundwater monitoring wells (consistent with GRRP regulations). Review and interpret complex data, laboratory results (including emerging contaminants like PFAS and NDMA), and advise management on data trends.

• Program Development & Oversight: Develop, implement, and maintain various environmental management programs, including hazardous waste management, spill prevention (SPCC), stormwater pollution prevention plans.

• Audits and Inspections: Conduct regular internal audits and on-site inspections to identify potential violations. Coordinate and manage external regulatory inspections from state agencies.

• Engineering Report Oversight: Ensure all facility operations align with the approved Title 22 Engineering Report for the use of recycled water, which is a key regulatory document in California.

• Training and Education: Design and deliver training programs to facility personnel on California-specific environmental laws, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

• Client Interface: Communicate information regarding water quality and regulatory compliance.

• Education: A Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related field is required.

• Experience: A minimum of 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in environmental management, regulatory compliance, or water/wastewater utility operations within California, with at least 2 years in a management role.

• Licensure/Certification:

• Possession of a valid, active California-issued Drinking Water Treatment Operator Certification (Grade T3 or higher, appropriate for the facility's classification) is desirable but not required.

• Possession of a California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Advanced Water Treatment (AWT) Operator Certification (AWT3 or higher) is desirable but not required.

• Possession of or ability to obtain a state-issued Wastewater Treatment Operator Certification (Grade III or higher) is desirable but not required.

• Possession of a valid California Driver's License and a safe driving record is required.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Comprehensive knowledge of federal and California state environmental laws and regulations, including the Safe Drinking Water Act, Clean Water Act, California Water Code, and CCR Title 22 and Title 17.

• Strong understanding of advanced water treatment processes (MF/RO, UV, AOP) and their application in potable reuse.

• Ability to interpret and apply complex California-specific regulations.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to diverse audiences and regulatory bodies.

Working Conditions:

Safety is a core value at Jacobs. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services

Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.