Infrastructure and Energy Resources Planner in Sacramento, California at Kern County Water Agency

Assist with or lead activities related to the Agency’s infrastructure and energy interests in the State Water Project and Kern County water-related facilities. Represent the Agency on various committees and participate with representatives of other federal, State and local agencies in meetings and processes that affect the Agency’s infrastructure and energy interests in the State Water Project and Kern County water-related facilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Lead or coordinate activities related to the Agency’s infrastructure and energy interests in the State Water Project and Kern County water-related facilities.
2. Collect, monitor, review and analyze operational- and infrastructure-related data. Interpret data to determine effects on water supply allocations, water delivery operations and infrastructure costs of the State Water Project.
3. Collect, monitor, review and analyze energy data, including resources, usage and rates. Interpret data to determine effects on water supplies, operations and finances of the State Water Project.
4. Assist with or lead developing information and recommendations; preparing memoranda and reports; and presenting information and recommendations to Agency Board of Directors and management, committees and other organizations.
5. Assist with or lead assigned cost centers/funds annual budget processes.
6. Represent the Agency on various committees and at various meetings related to the State Water Project.
7. May assist with or lead developing, reviewing and commenting on environmental documents and local and statewide water plans, policies, regulations and declarations.
8. May assist with or lead monitoring grant funding opportunities.
9. May direct or lead the work of Agency staff and consultants.
10. Attend and participate in various meetings, conferences, workshops and seminars in and out of town.

Marginal Duties and Responsibilities

1. None.

Education
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with applicable coursework.

Licenses/Certifications/Registrations
Valid California Class C or higher driver license.

Experience
Five (5) years of increasing responsibility performing engineering, energy resources or planning-related functions; one (1) year of which must have been in a supervisory or leadership capacity.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Knowledge of engineering principles, practices and techniques applicable to the evaluation, planning, design, construction, maintenance and operations of water facilities.
2. Demonstrated ability to research, analyze findings and make recommendations on contract administration, project management (including budgeting, cost projections and cost reductions), engineering, financial and water management processes and procedures.
3. Demonstrated understanding of water management related to developing, operating and monitoring water supplies.
4. Ability to plan, direct, supervise and/or coordinate the work of consultants.
5. Demonstrated proficiency in operating a personal computer and using Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
6. Requisite reading, mathematical, written, oral language and presentation skills to perform the essential functions of the job.
7. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
8. Demonstrated ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
9. Ability to travel for extended periods of time, including overnight travel.

Note: A combination of Agency experience and other experience may satisfy these requirements for internal applicants.
Note: Values based on normally scheduled work day

Activity	Essential	Marginal	N/A	Seldom	Occasionally	Frequently
Carry/Lift Up to 10 lbs.	x					x
Carry/Lift Up to 35 lbs.	x			x
Carry/Lift Up to 55 lbs. ¹		x		x
Climb	x					x
Crawl/Kneel	x				x
Drive	x					x
Grasp/Squeeze/Pinch	x					x
Hear	x					x
Push/Pull/Drag	x					x
Push Keys	x					x
See	x					x
Sit	x					x
Speak	x					x
Squat/Stoop	x					x
Stand	x					x
Swim			x
Twist/Turn	x					x
Walk	x					x
Environmental Demands	Essential	Marginal	N/A	Seldom	Occasionally	Frequently
Chemical Hazards	x			x
Electrical Hazards	x			x
Explosive Hazards	x			x
Mechanical Hazards	x			x
Radiation Hazards			x
Extreme Cold/Extreme Heat	x			x
Extreme Noise	x			x
Bodies of Water/Canals	x			x
Fumes/Dust	x			x
Insects	x			x

1 With Assistance

Department: State Water Project
Group(s): Sacramento
Direct Supervisor(s): Assistant General Manager (Sacramento)
Location(s): Sacramento - Senator Building
Safety Sensitive: No
Level of Supervision: Limited
Supervisory Responsibilities: May direct/lead the work of Agency and consultant staff