Employment Opportunities

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Citrus Heights Water District (CHWD) offers an inspiring career opportunity to experienced professional civil engineers who have a passion to serve as the next Principal Civil Engineer for a unique special district that finds itself in a period of transformational growth and expansion of its water distribution infrastructure.

THE POSITION

The Principal Civil Engineer for the Citrus Heights Water District will report to the Director of Engineering and serve in an at-will, FLSA exempt capacity. The Principal Civil Engineer will have the responsibility to plan, perform, organize, direct and supervise engineering operations within the Engineering Department and to coordinate assigned activities with other District departments. Some of the essential job duties of this position include overseeing and, at times, performing the design, plan review, and/or inspection of capital improvement and private development projects; coordinating and administering the District’s Capital Improvement Program; participating in budget preparation and administration; preparing cost estimates for budget recommendations; and planning, prioritizing, assigning, supervising and reviewing the work of staff involved in engineering projects and activities.

The ideal candidate for the position of Principal Civil Engineer will have a strong background in water distribution system planning, design, operation and maintenance; have experience in crafting and administering capital improvement project budgets and project management; and be a civil engineer who enjoys being part of an engineering team doing transformational work, along with a desire to prepare documents and conduct the field work associated with ensuring important projects are accomplished in a manner consistent with the District’s vision.

QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

• Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering or a related field. A Master’s degree is desirable.
• Experience: Four years of responsible experience similar to that of a Senior Civil Engineer with the District.
• Licensure: Possession of a valid Certificate of Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California.
• Certifications: Possession of a Grade D2 Water Distribution Operator Certification and a Grade T1 Water Treatment Operator Certification issued by the State of California Water Resources Control Board may be required at the time of appointment or within a reasonable amount of time after appointment to the position.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The salary range for the Principal Civil Engineer is $143,051 to $193,127, with placement in the range made depending on qualifications. In addition, subject to Board direction/approval, District salaries are reviewed annually for a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA). Retirement is provided through CalPERS, in addition to Social Security contributions. Classic CalPERS members are eligible for 2% @ 55 formula, while PEPRA members are 2% @ 62. Employee pays the employee portion. Optional enrollment in a pre-tax payroll-deducted 457 plan is available and the District offers a 3% employer match, based on annual limits as established by the IRS.

The District also offers a competitive and attractive executive benefits package that includes an innovative Pay for Performance system which is in conjunction with the annual employee performance evaluation. Based on an employee’s performance rating, both merit adjustments and one-time rewards and recognition amounts may be awarded. A .pdf summary of the program can be viewed by clicking on the CHWD - Pay for Performance link HERE.

In addition, the District provides medical, dental, vision and life insurance, observes a 4/40 work schedule, offers generous leave benefits and paid days off between the Christmas and New Year's holidays.

Interested candidates are encouraged to review the detailed recruitment brochure for additional benefit information.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

This recruitment will be handled with strict confidentiality. Confidential inquiries are welcomed to Bryan Noblett or Greg Nelson at (916) 550-4100. References will not be contacted until mutual interest has been established.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply below immediately, as this recruitment will close once a sufficiently strong candidate pool has been established. Please visit THIS LINK to learn more about this opportunity.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Citrus Heights Water District (CHWD) offers an exciting career opportunity to public or private sector accounting professionals who have a passion to advance their careers and serve as an Accounting Manager in a service-oriented, rapidly evolving special district in the Sacramento region.

THE POSITION

Reporting to the Director of Administrative Services, the Accounting Manager is an exempt, at-will management position responsible for planning, organizing, directing and supervising the District’s financial activities with a focus on accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets, and general accounting functions and customer service activities. The Accounting Manager performs professional and complex accounting work in the analysis and reconciliation of a variety of financial transactions, along with managing a variety of technical tasks associated with the accounting functions of the District.

Some essential job duties include planning, prioritizing, assigning, supervising, and reviewing the work of staff involved in the performance of District financial, accounting, and customer service activities; evaluating operations and activities of assigned responsibilities; recommending improvements and modifications; and preparing various reports on operations and activities; participating in budget preparation and administration; and maintaining the District’s general ledger, closing and adjusting journals and ledgers; and maintaining and reconciling balances on cash accounts.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience with complex financial and accounting tasks for a government entity or be a private sector accounting professional desiring to learn in a rapidly evolving, special district environment. In addition, experience with Capital Improvement Project (CIP) accounting and internal financial controls; experience leading financial activities with a strong understanding of governmental accounting principles, regulations, and processes; and utility billing experience and prior experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system implementation will position the next Accounting Manager for success

QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

• Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration or a related field.
• Experience: Seven years of increasingly responsible accounting, financial and customer service work experience with two years serving in a lead accountant or supervisory role.
• Licensure: Possession of a Certified Public Accountant license is desirable, but not required by the District.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The salary range for the Accounting Manager is $104,786 to $141,454, with placement in the range made depending on qualifications. In addition, subject to Board direction/approval, District salaries are reviewed annually for a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA). Retirement is provided through CalPERS, in addition to Social Security contributions. Classic CalPERS members are eligible for 2% @ 55 formula, while PEPRA members are 2% @ 62. Employee pays the employee portion. Optional enrollment in a pre-tax payroll-deducted 457 plan is available and the District offers a 3% employer match, based on annual limits as established by the IRS.

The District also offers a competitive and attractive executive benefits package that includes an innovative Pay for Performance system which is in conjunction with the annual employee performance evaluation. Based on an employee’s performance rating, both merit adjustments and one-time rewards and recognition amounts may be awarded. A .pdf summary of the program can be viewed by clicking on the CHWD - Pay for Performance link HERE.

In addition, the District provides medical, dental, vision and life insurance, observes a 4/40 work schedule, offers generous leave benefits and paid days off between the Christmas and New Year's holidays.

Interested candidates are encouraged to review the detailed recruitment brochure for additional benefit information.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

This recruitment will be handled with strict confidentiality. Confidential inquiries are welcomed to Bryan Noblett or Greg Nelson at (916) 550-4100. References will not be contacted until mutual interest has been established.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply below immediately, as this recruitment will close once a sufficiently strong candidate pool has been established. Please visit THIS LINK to learn more about this opportunity.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Citrus Heights Water District (CHWD) offers an exciting career opportunity to public or private sector accounting professionals who have a passion to advance their career and serve as the next Senior Accountant in a service-oriented, rapidly evolving special district in the Sacramento region.

THE POSITION

The Senior Accountant is an exempt, advanced journey level professional position responsible for a variety of complex accounting duties including reconciliation of financial transactions such as accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets, general ledger accounting, payroll and monitoring financial transactions. This position will report to the Accounting Manager and may exercise technical and/or functional supervision over assigned professional and technical staff. Some of the essential job duties include preparing and monitoring individual budgets and assisting in the preparation of the overall District budget; preparing journal entries, general ledger and financial statements, with emphasis on the District’s accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll and fixed asset functions; updating and maintaining accurate records of customer accounts and assisting with maintaining the District’s customer information and financial information systems; and preparing bills and notices to CHWD customers and responding to customer inquiries about billing and payments.

The ideal Senior Accountant candidate will possess advanced, journey level experience with complex financial and accounting tasks for a government entity or be a private sector accounting professional desiring to learn in a rapidly evolving, special district environment. In addition, a demonstrated aptitude in budget preparation and monitoring, along with experience in managing payroll processes and procedures, and experience with utility billing will position the next Senior Accountant for success.

QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

• Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting, business administration, public administration or a related field
• Experience: Four years of increasingly complex accounting and finance experience. Experience working with a public agency and/or water utility is desirable, but not required.
• Licensure: Possession of a Certified Public Accountant license is desirable, but not required by the District.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The salary range for the Senior Accountant is $89,668 to $121,050, with placement in the range made depending on qualifications. In addition, subject to Board direction/approval, District salaries are reviewed annually for a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA). Retirement is provided through CalPERS, in addition to Social Security contributions. Classic CalPERS members are eligible for 2% @ 55 formula, while PEPRA members are 2% @ 62. Employee pays the employee portion. Optional enrollment in a pre-tax payroll-deducted 457 plan is available and the District offers a 3% employer match, based on annual limits as established by the IRS.

The District also offers a competitive and attractive executive benefits package that includes an innovative Pay for Performance system which is in conjunction with the annual employee performance evaluation. Based on an employee’s performance rating, both merit adjustments and one-time rewards and recognition amounts may be awarded. A .pdf summary of the program can be viewed by clicking on the CHWD - Pay for Performance link HERE.

In addition, the District provides medical, dental, vision and life insurance, observes a 4/40 work schedule, offers generous leave benefits and paid days off between the Christmas and New Year's holidays.

Interested candidates are encouraged to review the detailed recruitment brochure for additional benefit information.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

This recruitment will be handled with strict confidentiality. Confidential inquiries are welcomed to Bryan Noblett or Greg Nelson at (916) 550-4100. References will not be contacted until mutual interest has been established.

Interested candidates are encouraged to immediately apply below as this recruitment will close once a sufficiently strong candidate pool has been established. Please visit THIS LINK to learn more about this opportunity.