Yuba City, population 64,925, offers an outstanding combination of quality-of-life attributes and small town.  The Utilities Division, a division of the Department of Public Works, oversees the operation of the City's water and wastewater treatment plants. The Utilities Division provides safe, reliable and efficient water/wastewater services to the community.  The Department is seeking a Deputy Public Works Director-Water who has a strong background and understanding of water treatment, water rights, demands, regulations and development.  Under the general direction of the Public Works Director the selected candidate will oversee 10 employees at the Water Treatment Facility, located at 701 Northgate Drive, Yuba City.  The City is seeking a strong leader with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.   A hands-on individual who is personable, willing to do the day to day work, and lead by example is being sought.  The ideal candidate will have a familiarity with the water industry, understanding licensing requirements, and maintaining relationships with professional affiliations and water groups.  The City is seeking an individual with the ability to follow through on implementation of the master plan, help achieve the goal of water conservation, and expand on the successes of the division.  Candidates for this position must possess five years of increasingly responsible public sector, water, wastewater, public utility, or related experience, with at least three years of administrative and management responsibility.  Candidates should possess a combination of education and training equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in the area of biology, chemistry, engineering, public or business administration, or a related field.  Experience with asset management and SCADA are desirable.  The salary is $7,796-$9,476 per month and is dependent upon qualifications.  The City also offers an attractive benefits package.  If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please apply online at www.bobmurrayassoc.com.  Please contact Mr. Wesley Herman at (916) 784-9080 should you have any questions.  Brochure available.  Closing date July 20, 2012.