The City of Fairfield is seeking an experienced and dynamic Water Distribution Manager to lead the operations of its Water Distribution Division. This key leadership role is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, repair, and operation of the City’s water distribution system, ensuring reliable and safe water service to the community. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical knowledge, proven supervisory experience, and a commitment to regulatory compliance and customer service. Join a dedicated team in a growing city where your work directly supports public health and quality of life.
Salary: $133,265.60 - $161,969.60 Annually
This position is represented by Fairfield General Management Association (FGMA) and receives an excellent benefits package, including:
- CalPERS pension (Classic 2.5% @ 55 OR 2% @ 62 for new CalPERS member)
- Generous contributions to medical, dental, and vision plans
- 3 medical carriers to choose from: Kaiser, Sutter Health or Western Health
- 144.86 hours of personal leave (cashable) annually, plus vacation and sick leave
- City paid retirement health savings contributions and life insurance
- 10.40% City paid deferred comp contribution (mandatory employee contribution is 4.10%)
- Interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of August 4, 2025.
Closing Date: July 24, 2025, 5:00 p.m.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE CITY USES AN ELECTRONIC REFERENCE CHECK PROCESS. REFER TO THE “REFERENCE CHECKS” SECTION AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS JOB POSTING FOR MORE DETAILED INFORMATION.
Minimum Qualifications Experience: Seven years of progressively responsible experience in the construction and maintenance of water/sewer mains and service lines and related public works, including three years of experience in a supervisory capacity.
Education A bachelor's degree is desirable but not mandatory. Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade required.
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the California State Department of Motor Vehicles is required.
Possession of a State Water Resource Control Board (SWRCB) Water Distribution Grade IV certification, or greater, at the time of appointment.
Examples of Duties For the complete job description please visit:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/fairfield/classspecs THE SELECTION PROCESS Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best-qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview, or any combination.
HOW TO APPLY Candidates must submit an online application at
https://www.governmentjobs.com/jobs/4964306-0/water-distribution-manager/apply by 5:00 p.m. of the closing date. If you have any difficulties submitting your online application, please call NeoGov's Applicant Support Line at (855) 524-5627.
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If you feel you will need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the testing/interview process, please contact Human Resources at (707) 428-7394 at least 1 week prior to the application deadline or examination date.
REFERENCE CHECKS The City utilizes an electronic reference check process to gather references of candidates referred to an eligibility listing. Do not list your current supervisor in the “References” section of your application if you do not want them contacted prior to receiving a conditional job offer. Please note that if you include your current supervisor in the “References” section of your application, they may be contacted at any point in the recruitment process, without prior notification to you.
Candidates are encouraged to notify anyone they list in the “References” section to help ensure a timely response. When listing references, please identify persons who can assess your professional qualifications in the context of the workplace. Examples include former colleagues/supervisors, mentors, etc. If you have limited or no work experience, you may identify personal references familiar with your qualifications that correlate to workplace experiences. Examples include teachers, volunteer coordinators, mentors, etc.
The City of Fairfield is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and professionalism.
