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POSITIONS AVAILABLE

District Engineer - Wastewater Treatment Plant/Regional Sewer Authority
Administrative Engineer/Director - NYCDEP
Water Quality Technician - Wildlife Conservation Society's New York Aquarium
WWTP Laboratory Director - Binghamton-Johnson City Joint Sewage Treatment Plant
Sr. Water/Wastewater Engineer - Clough Harbour & Associates LLP (CHA), Albany
Chief, Wastewater Treatment / Administrative Engineer
Assistant to the Risk Management Program Manager / Associate Project Manager
Civil Engineer -- Larson Design Group

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District Engineer - Wastewater Treatment Plant/Regional Sewer Authority

  • In charge of $50 million upgrade and expansion
  • Requirement: BS Civil or Environmental Engineering
  • Salary $77,200 - $89,900
  • 5 years experience, excellent verbal and written communication skills, solving technical problems, designs and manages mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation subsystems and oversees implementation
  • Competencies desired: PE Certification
  • Thorough knowledge of wastewater treatment methods, equipment, materials, processes
  • Excellent benefits
  • Resume to: The Mattabassett District
    245 Main St.
    Cromwell, CT 06416
    or via website www.mattabassettdistrict.org
    Closing date July 18, 2008


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    Administrative Engineer/Director - NYCDEP

    Job Description:
    Under the direction of the Assistant Commissioner of Engineering, with wide latitude for the exercise of independent judgment, the three (3) Directors of Planning, Design and Construction are responsible for the management of engineering planning, design and construction activities related to in-City and upstate water and wastewater projects. The selected candidate will direct up to five (5) Chiefs whose consultants and in-house staff advance various projects through the planning, design and construction phases. Current projects throughout the program include: Newtown Creek plant upgrade, Water Tunnel III, Manhattan Tunnel; Croton Water Filtration Plant; Biological Nitrogen Removal (BNR) program at upper East River and 26th Ward wastewater pollution control plants; other wastewater pollution control plant upgrades; watershed treatment plants, dams, roads, bridges and other facilities; reconstruction of New Croton Aqueduct; Catskill Delaware ultraviolet light disinfection facility; CSO abatement facilities; wastewater pumping stations upgrades; and Kensico-City Tunnel. Candidate will collaborate with other Directors and Division Chiefs to ensure project continuity cradle-to-grave, identify critical issues and implement solutions in consideration of defined scopes, costs and schedules.

    Preferred Skills:
    1. Managerial training and/or extensive management experience, including conflict resolution.
    2. Extensive technical experience and expertise in engineering disciplines
    3. Excellent oral and written communication skills toward a technical and non-technical audience.
    4. Knowledge of City, State, and Federal environmental requirements for water, wastewater and hazardous materials.

    Number of Positions:3
    Salary: Up to $140,000 per year, depending on experience

    QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: A valid NYS License as a Professional Engineer is required or should be obtainable through State reciprocity. THERE IS NO NYC RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT FOR THESE POSITIONS

    Please submit 3 copies of your resume with JVN Number: 826-08-EDC-0020 to:
    NYC Department of Environmental Protection
    59-17 Junction Boulevard, 18th Floor
    Flushing, NY 11373-5108
    Attn: Recruitment Office


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    Water Quality Technician - Wildlife Conservation Society's New York Aquarium

    The Wildlife Conservation Society's New York Aquarium is seeking applications for a Water Quality Technician. In this role you will supervise and coordinate with the Assistant Water Quality Technicians, Water Quality Interns & volunteers, operating, maintaining, and monitoring the Aquariums Water Quality Laboratory and large scale Life Support Systems. The Water Quality Technician works with a diverse team in the development, implementation, and daily operation of Aquatic Health services, husbandry and process treatment for a wide variety of species. The Water Quality Technician will work interdependently with the general husbandry staff, facilities operations and other aquatic health staff in the development and implementation of best practices to ultimately yield the highest standard of aquatic animal care. This position will directly operate and maintain water quality equipment, help monitor staff activities and prioritize laboratory workloads.

    To be considered for this position, the person should possess a Bachelors Degree, biology or chemistry preferred. Two years experience in water chemistry or water treatment field. The selected candidate will also have the ability to research and analyze various types of data information. Knowledge of Excel & Microsoft Access a plus.

    Send resume /cover letter/salary requirement to:
    Wildlife Conservation Society
    Human Resources Dept. Code: WQTECH
    2300 Southern Blvd.
    Bronx, NY 10460
    e-mail to recruitment@wcs.org
    Type code in subject


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    WWTP Laboratory Director - Binghamton-Johnson City Joint Sewage Treatment Plant

    The Binghamton-Johnson City Joint Sewage Treatment Plant will be accepting applications for a WWTP Laboratory Director.

    Job duties include directing laboratory operations daily of analysis of water, biosolids, waste/wastewater. Assist in development, implementation, planning of safety/accident prevention program. Qualifications: Graduation accredited college or university with a baccalaureate in biology, chemistry or related field must include minimum of 18 credit hours in chemistry, 4 credit hours in microbiology and 3 years in the analysis of water, wastewater, in which 1 year of experience must have been in administration/compliance of a NELAC laboratory. Must posses and maintain certification as an Instructor of Basic First Aid and Cardio Resuscitation by the American Red Cross within 6 months of appointment. New York State Drivers License.

    Resumes will be accepted by e-mail at bjcwwtp@stny.rr.com or you may call Michele at 607-729-2975 for an application.


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    Sr. Water/Wastewater Engineer - Clough Harbour & Associates LLP (CHA), Albany

    Clough Harbour & Associates LLP (CHA), an ENR Top-100 Engineering Firm which was recognized in 2005 among CE News magazine's Best Civil Engineering firms to work for, is seeking a Sr. Water/Wastewater Engineer to join our growing Albany, NY office.

    The responsibilities include, but are not limited to, involvement in the study, design, and construction phase of projects involving wastewater and water systems; specifically dealing with waste water treatment plants, pump stations and hydraulic modeling.

    A BSCE degree & 8-15 years of water/waste water design experience. Must have the ability to work independently and follow through on projects, possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, possess the motivation and enthusiasm to handle multiple projects. Proficiency in Microsoft Office & AutoCad are required. A P.E. license is preferred.

    As a CHA employee you have options!
    -Experience career growth within your field, attend trainings & seminars, or expand your
    horizons into new areas.
    -Participate in the Mentoring program.
    -Further your education with tuition and professional licensing reimbursement.
    -Continue networking with paid dues to technical societies.

    To find out more about our company culture, current projects, and to apply, please visit our website at www.cloughharbour.com referencing job #1559.

    Additional exciting career opportunities in the areas of engineering, landscape architecture, survey, construction, planning and many other professional disciplines available within our 29 office locations may also be found on our website. AA/EOE, M/F/V/D. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.


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    Chief, Wastewater Treatment / Administrative Engineer

    NYC Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Water Supply
    Salary Range: $56,158 - $119,833
    Division: Wastewater Operations
    Location: Grahamsville, New York

    JOB DESCRIPTION
    The New York City Department of Environmental Protection's (DEP), Bureau of Water Supply is seeking an experienced Chief, Wastewater Treatment / Administrative Engineer, M-3.

    The selected candidate will work under the executive direction of the Director of Operations for the Bureau of Water Supply and will serve as Chief, Wastewater Treatment Operations. This position requires the exercising of considerable independent judgment and decision-making in performing managerial, administrative, professional and technical work of significant complexity requiring knowledge, skills, and abilities consistent with civil engineering, and extensive knowledge in related areas. Candidate will oversee the operation and maintenance of the division's seven (7) wastewater treatment plants to ensure the protection of New York City's Catskill, Delaware and Croton water supply systems and to meet the requirements of the Supreme Court Decrees of 1931 & 1954. Candidate will ensure wastewater treatment plants comply with all applicable State and Federal regulations. Candidate will serve as executive agent and oversee the preparation of all Discharge Monitoring Reports in addition to being the primary liaison with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Candidate will oversee the design review for all treatment plant upgrades, improvements and sewer extensions. Candidate will develop uniform maintenance tracking procedures for all wastewater treatment plants. Candidate will supervise the preparation of plans and specifications for maintenance, construction contracts and labor and materials orders. Candidate will ensure compliance with all applicable health, safety and environmental regulations within the Wastewater Treatment group. Candidate will oversee all procurement and budgeting for WWTPs and EH&S. Candidate will continually review and update WWTP emergency response procedures. Candidate will advise the Operations Director on all Wastewater and EH&S issues. Candidate will ensure the Operations Director is aware of significant events or issues in a timely matter. Candidate will assist and advise the Operations Chief on engineering, wastewater and management issues. This position will be responsible for approximately 75 staff employees.

    QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
    A valid New York State Professional Engineer License is required. In addition, candidate must have six (6) years of full-time paid experience in civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical or air pollution control engineering work, at least two (2)years shall have been as an Administrative Engineer.

    Contact Information:
    Send resumes to:
    bwsjobs@dep.nyc.gov
    Or via fax to 914-742-2027
    EOE


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    Assistant to the Risk Management Program Manager / Associate Project Manager

    NYC Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Water Supply
    Salary Range: $58,193 - $66,922
    Division: Eastern Operations
    Location: Kensico Region - Valhalla, New York

    JOB DESCRIPTION
    The New York City Department of Environmental Protection's (DEP), Bureau of Water Supply is seeking an experienced Assistant to the Risk Management Program Manager / Associate Project Manager, Level II.

    The selected candidate will work for the Eastern Operations Division and will report directly to the Manager of the Risk Management Program. Candidate will be assigned to assist in the management of the NYCDEP's Upstate chlorination systems' Risk Management Program/ Process Safety Management (RMP/PSM). Under direction of the Risk Management Program Manager, candidate will be responsible for reviewing, evaluating, and auditing the Risk Management Program/Process Safety Management (RMP/PSM). In addition, the candidate will provide: 1) technical support, oversight and review of changes to the chlorination systems, 2) assist the Operations staff with chlorination equipment, including replacement of equipment and controls, and safety equipment, 3) provide training, 4) maintain documents, 5) perform environmental compliance audits, 6) respond to environmental emergencies, and 7) manage environmental assessments and investigations.

    Preferred Skills
    Candidate shall possess knowledge and in-depth experience, with special emphasis on the regulations of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Public Employee Safety and Health (PESH) Federal RMP/PSM, RCRA, CERLA/SARA, TSCA, Clean Water Act, and NYS SPCC Regulations, CBS and PBS Regulations. Candidate will interact with and shall maintain excellent working relationships with relevant union locals and regulatory agencies, such as the NYCDEP's OSHEC, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC), Department of Health (NYSDOH), and the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL).

    QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
    Two (2) years of full-time satisfactory experience in supervising employees performing project management work, such as planning, administering, managing, coordinating or expediting, on engineering and/or architectural and/or landscape architectural projects, or supervising a construction project with a value of $ 1,000,000 or more, and either:

    1) A Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, business administration, or public administration, and two (2) years of full-time satisfactory experience in project management work, such as planning, administering, managing, coordinating or expediting, for engineering and/or architectural and/or landscape architectural projects; or

    2) A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and six (6) years of experience as described in "1" above; or

    3) A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent plus any combination of the experience and/or college education as described in "1" above to make up the equivalent of six (6) years of education and experience. One year of credit will be given for (a) each 30 semester credits of college education leading to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college in engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, business administration or public administration; (b) a Masters degree from an accredited university in one of the disciplines described in "1" above; or (c) a valid New York State license as a Professional Engineer, Registered Architect or Registered Landscape Architect.

    Contact Information:
    Send resumes to:
    bwsjobs@dep.nyc.gov
    Or via fax to 914-742-2027
    EOE


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    Civil Engineer -- Larson Design Group

    Larson Design Group (LDG), a growing Architectural, Engineering, and Survey firm of 180+ professionals located in beautiful central Pennsylvania and the southern tier of New York is offering the following full time opportunity for qualified candidates to join our dynamic employee-owned team in our Corning NY office. Our commitment to quality and responsive service has resulted in tremendous growth. Bring your winning attitude and love for challenges to us. Your career opportunities will seem unlimited!

    Civil Engineer -- Water/Waste Water Design - Corning, NY

    • B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering - emphasis in Water Resources and/or Environmental design
    • E.I.T. certification preferred
    • Five (5) years+ experience preferred
    • Experience with Hydraulics and water/wastewater facility designs a plus.
    • Detail Orientated with strong organizational skills
    • Demonstrates ability to apply technical knowledge to analyze problems and develop strategies

    At LDG, we firmly believe that the workplace should be enjoyable and complement our values, quality, open communication, integrity and leadership to help maintain a positive atmosphere. We cherish the ideals of home, family, and working together. Our success is a result of our belief in our Core Values of which personal and professional development and our commitment to community stewardship are paramount.

    We will reward successful candidates with a competitive salary and a premier benefits package.

    All resumes are treated in confidence. Interested candidates should forward a cover letter, (3) resume-building references and salary history with salary expectations to:

    Larson Design Group
    PO Box 487
    Williamsport, PA 17703-0487
    Attn: Director of Human Resources

    We are proud to be an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER




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