Job Description

Location

1111 Andersen Drive San Rafael, 94901

Description

Deadline: September 21, 2025
Hourly: $63.27 - $80.75

 

plus Excellent Benefits

This position performs engineering work, project management, construction management, design work, and other engineering and technical services for the District; reviews development projects to ensure conformance with District standards; makes calculations, administers contracts, maintains records, provides engineering support to District departments, conducts studies regarding capital projects, assists in the budgeting process for project expenditures, and performs related work as required.

SAMPLE DUTIES INCLUDE

• Assist in planning, developing, and implementing goals and objectives for engineering department.
• Respond to mapping requests and permitting questions.
• Identify priorities of Infrastructure Assets Management Plan.
• Communicate status of work to supervisors, managers, staff, and co- workers as appropriate.
• Perform review, analysis, data gathering and input of maintenance and asset information.
• Prepare or direct the preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates pertaining to construction, maintenance, and operation of wastewater facilities and equipment
• Conduct engineering studies, evaluate alternatives and make recommendations.
• Conduct and document onsite inspections.
• Enforce District standards, codes, and regulations.
• Collaborate with colleagues on District projects and development and implementation of policies and procedures.
• Maintain records and files, including electronic and hard copy drawings.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, procedures, and other written materials.
• Participate in developing and administering policies and procedures related to engineering.
• Provide support for staff performing service calls.
• Utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS) and geographic information system (GIS) to generate and analyze data and prepare reports.

Job Announcement URL: 

https://rvsd.org/152/Current-Opportunities

Job Description URL: 

https://rvsd.org/DocumentCenter/View/458/Assistant---Associate-Engineer-PDF

Job PDF: 

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate has the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Methods and techniques used in the design and construction of a variety of engineering projects.
• Applicable laws and regulations relevant to collection system design, construction, and operation.
• Methods, techniques, and procedures used in engineering and construction project management.
• Use of standard office equipment, Microsoft Office Suite software and computer software used in wastewater industry.
• Safety hazards and regulations applicable to work assignments.
• Understanding and accurately carrying out written and verbal directions.
• Reading, analyzing, and interpreting complex technical procedures and governmental regulations.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills including public presentation skills.
• Write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Present information to a varied audience; responding to questions in audience- appropriate manner.
• Carry out calculations involving mathematical concepts.
• Operate computer-aided drafting and design software and generating sketch drawings.
• Interpret technical information in mathematical or diagrammatic form.
• Prepare administrative, technical, and financial reports.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Interpret and applying federal, state, and local policies, procedure, laws, and regulations, particularly in contract administration.
• Communicate clearly both orally and in writing.

Benefits

RVSD employees receive the following benefits package for unrepresented employees. Please refer to District Resolution 25-1671 and Personnel Policies for additional details or contact HR for more information.

VACATION

Full-time regular employees earn vacation with pay at the following bi-weekly rates for each complete year of CalPERS Service History:

For the first 3 years of service                                            10 days per year (80 hours)

3-10 years of service                                                            15 days per year (120 hours)

10-15 years of service                                                          20 days per year (160 hours)

15-20 years of service                                                          22 days per year (176 hours)

For twenty (20) or more years of service                          25 days per year (200 hours)

HOLIDAYS

Employees receive sixteen (16) paid holidays per year including four floating holidays.

SICK LEAVE

Employees accrue 12 days (96 hours) per year.

HEALTH INSURANCE

RVSD contracts with CalPERS health care which makes available a variety of medical plans. The maximum RVSD contribution equals 100% of the premium for Kaiser Bay Area for an employee plus two or more dependents. The employee shall pay any difference between the District’s maximum contribution toward medical insurance, if applicable, and the actual premium of medical insurance selected by the employee. An employee may apply in writing to RVSD for waiver of required participation in the RVSD’s medical insurance program and to receive a payment of $200.00 per pay period in-lieu of medical insurance coverage.

After one year of employment, the District offers paid parental leave for employees who welcome a new child into their family. Employees receive up to eight weeks of pay at 75% of their normal wage, up to $2,750/week. 

DENTAL INSURANCE

RVSD pays the cost of the Marin County Dental plan with Delta Dental Service for the employee and their eligible dependents.

GROUP LIFE INSURANCE, AD&D INSURANCE, LTD, STD INSURANCE

Life insurance coverage of up to $125,000, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D) of up to $125,000, and long term (LTD) and short term (STD) disability insurance coverage based on wages are all provided at District expense.

VISION CARE PLAN-VSP PLAN BENEFIT

This plan provides eligible full-time employees reimbursement of vision care expenses not covered by the health plan. It is provided by RVSD at no cost to the employee. Reimbursable expenses are up to $150 allowances for glasses and frames, $130 allowances for contacts, or other necessary vision care expenses covered by VSP benefit per calendar year.

457 DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN

RVSD matches contributions, up to $100 each pay period, to each employee enrolled in the District’s 457 Plan.

WELLNESS PROGRAM

RVSD reimburses up to five-hundred dollars ($500) per fiscal year for an employee’s wellness-related expenditures.

PREVENTIVE CARE PROGRAM

RVSD offers its employees incentive pay for preventive care activities such as flu vaccines, eye exams and other routine healthcare checks. Each event qualifies for a $50 payment, up to a maximum of $250 per fiscal year.

RETIREMENT PLAN

RVSD is a member of the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). The program is mandatory for all full-time employees.

For new employees hired after January 1, 2013, the retirement formula is 2.0%@62. The current employee contribution rate is 6.75% of salary (subject to change). All provisions shall be as required by PEPRA.

For employees hired before January 1, 2013 the retirement formula is 2.7%@55. The employee contribution rate is 8%. Employees hired after January 1, 2013 who are already members of CalPERS and who have had less than a six-month break in service may be eligible for the 2.7%@55 formula. Actual CalPERS formula and eligibility requirements are contingent upon CalPERS regulations and conditions.

MEDICAL AFTER RETIREMENT

All eligible retirees shall be entitled to the required minimum employer contribution upon retirement, pursuant to the District’s CalPERS PEMHCA resolution. Employees hired on or after September 18, 2019 shall participate in the Enhanced Retiree Medical Plan.

SOCIAL SECURITY

Deductions are made for Social Security each pay period in accordance with Federal law.

WORKERS' COMPENSATION

To provide temporary disability income to an employee in the event of an on-the-job illness or injury, employees are covered under the provisions of California Workers’ Compensation.

EDUCATION REIMBURSEMENT

Management may authorize up to $2,000 annual allowance for an employee’s education and training, which will not exceed a total of $7,500 during a ten-year period.

TECHNOLOGY STIPEND

Up to $50/month is reimbursed to employees who use their personal cell phone for District work. 

EMPLOYEE LOAN PROGRAM

RVSD offers a low-interest loan to employees for up to $3,000. 

Please check out our BENEFITS GUIDEfor more information.

Special Instructions

In order to be considered for this opportunity, candidates must complete an online application and provide responses to the required Supplemental Questionnaire. Email applications will not be accepted. Applications submitted without all required materials will not be considered.

All required application materials must be submitted and received online by 11:59 PM on the final filing date. Inquiries may be directed to cwinnicki@rvsd.org or call (415) 870-9775. Apply prior to the deadline and allow at least one hour to submit your application if you are a new user to the CalOpps system. Ross Valley Sanitary District is not responsible for the failure of internet forms or email in submitting your application.

Accommodation: Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or selection process should advise Human Resources by emailing cwinnicki@rvsd.org.

SAVE THE DATE

Oral interviews are scheduled for Friday, September 26, 2025

Ross Valley Sanitary District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Recruitment Contact

Contact phone: 

(415)870-9775

Contact email: 

cwinnicki@rvsd.org

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