Published date: June 24, 2026
Organization: City of Simi Valley
Job Category: Public Works – Sanitation Services
Job Type: Full-Time
County/State: Ventura/California
City: Simi Valley
Salary and Benefits: See apply link and/or job flyer for additional details on salary and benefits.
Salary Range (DOQ):
- $152,930 – $196,935 Annually DOQ
Description:
Under administrative direction, directs, manages, supervises and coordinates the activities and operations of the sanitation services division within the Public Works Department including the operation and maintenance of the collection system, wastewater treatment plant and laboratory; coordinates assigned activities with other divisions, departments and outside agencies; and provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Public Works Director.
The ideal candidate will:
- Strong leadership and organizational skills
- Ability to mentor and support a multidisciplinary team.
- Experience in sewer collection, wastewater treatment, and laboratory operations.
- Experience developing long‑term plans and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Excellent communication skills for interacting with the public, media, and partner agencies.
- Solid budget management abilities, including forecasting and resource planning.
- Ability to work with internal departments and external agencies.
- Ability to identify operational improvements and align division goals with broader organizational priorities.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education/Training:
- Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering, environmental engineering, environmental sciences or a related field.
Experience:
- Five years of increasingly responsible wastewater treatment plant and collection system operations and maintenance experience including two years of administrative and supervisory responsibility.
- One year of Biological Nutrient Removal Treatment Processing is desirable.
License or Certificate:
- Possession of a State of California Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade V certificate is highly desirable.
Link to Apply: https://www.calopps.org/simi-valley/job-20743145
Close Date: Until 50 Applicants or position is filled!