TWO OPENINGS
City of San Jose, California
ONE VACANCY: DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF WATER RESOURCES
ONE VACANCY: CHIEF WATER OPERATOR
Deputy Director of Water Resources Annual Salary: $156,051 - $251,919 DOE/DOQ
Chief Water Operator Annual Salary: $153,299 - $231,000 DOE/DOQ
Deputy Director of Water Resources
The City of San José is seeking a dynamic and experienced Deputy Director of Water Resources to lead its Water Resources Division within the Environmental Services Department. This role oversees the Municipal Water System (MWS) and South Bay Water Recycling (SBWR), ensuring efficient operations, compliance, engineering, and long-term planning. Responsibilities include managing capital improvement projects (CIP), a $70M+ budget, and a senior leadership team. The Deputy Director will drive rate modeling, infrastructure projects, and policy collaboration. The ideal candidate is a visionary leader skilled in consensus-building, innovation, and customer service.
Chief Water Operator
The City of San José is seeking an experienced Chief Water Operator for its Environmental Services Department’s Water Resources Division. This role oversees water treatment, distribution, emergency response, and compliance with water quality standards, including PFAS management and SCADA system improvements. The ideal candidate is a technical expert in water operations, fluoridation, and emergency planning. This position offers the unique opportunity to enhance drinking and recycled water services for over 115,000 residents and businesses.
Join the City of San José’s Water Division to shape the future of water resources, apply today!
View the full recruitment brochure for the Deputy Director of
Water Resources here
View the full recruitment brochure for the Chief Water Operator here
SALARY & BENEFITS
Deputy Director of Water Resources Annual Salary: $156,051 - $251,919 DOE/DOQ
Chief Water Operator Annual Salary: $153,299 - $231,000 DOE/DOQ
PLUS, both positions will receive a generous benefits package.
HOW TO APPLY:
Deputy Director of Water Resources
For first consideration, apply by April 7 at: https://wbcpinc.com/job-board/
Round one virtual interviews will take place on April 22 . Round two in-person interviews will take place on May 2. Selected candidates must be available for both dates.
Chief Water Operator
For first consideration, apply by April 15 at: https://wbcpinc.com/job-board/
Round one virtual interviews will take place on April 23 . Round two in-person interviews will take place on May 5. Selected candidates must be available for both dates.
QUESTIONS?
Please contact your recruiter,
Levi Kuhlman, with any inquiries:
levi@wbcpinc.com
541-664-0376 (Direct) 866-929-9227 (Toll Free)