What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cross-Connection Control Specialist position at City of Tucson?
Posting Close Date
Applicants must submit their completed application by 03-09-2025 at 11:59 p.m. MST
ABOUT THIS JOB
Position Specific Summary
The Cross Connection Control Specialist in the City of Tucson’s Water Department inspects and protects the City's potable and reclaimed water systems from contamination through cross-connection; administers and enforces state and City regulations; assists and coordinates with City Departments for various investigations i.e., fire suppression systems and well-site investigations.
This position reports to the Inspection Supervisor. This position does not supervise.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintains Tucson Water's Cross-Connection Control and Reclaimed Water Site Inspection Program in compliance with all State and Local regulatory requirements.
- Conducts quality control testing and inspections on customer and utility owned infrastructure to ensure that all potable and reclaimed water sources remain separate and in compliance with City and State regulations to prevent contamination.
- Drives to various worksites to conduct inspections for compliance. Prepares and distributes official compliance or non-compliance notices. Conducts non-routine investigations by locating cross connections, verifying that applicable codes are met and assists in identifying existing or potential cross connection.
- Consults with internal and external stakeholders regarding compliance requirements, user agreements and educates the public regarding reclaim water usage and potable water protection. Works with internal and external stakeholders to investigate reports of tampering and theft. Corresponds with the Tucson Police Department regarding stolen backflow and facility tampering reports.
- Monitors Rainwater Harvesting and Gray Water Systems for backflow prevention compliance, provides feedback on approved assembly types and potential hazards, and maintains records of all installations.
- Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.
All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education
6 months post high school
Experience
Two (2) years of directly related experience
Equivalency
Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
License/Certifications
Valid and unrestricted Arizona Class D Driver License - Arizona Department of Transportation - Motor Vehicle Division
Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Certification - Various
Preferred Qualifications
Plumbing/Pipefitting experienceCode Enforcement experience
Construction experience
Backflow assembly testing and repair experience
Experience with Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control Standards
Application and Special Instructions
**A Backflow Prevention Assembler Tester Certification is required at the time of application. Any application that is received and does not include an uploaded copy of the Backflow Prevention Assembler Tester Certification will be deemed incomplete and will not be considered further in this recruitment process. Please ensure your required certification is uploaded prior to submission of your application.The following certifications are required within 12 months of hire as a condition of passing probation. Failure to obtain the required certifications listed below during the 12-month probationary period will result in the immediate failure of probation/termination of employment.
- Cross-Connection Control Specialist Certification
- ADEQ Water Distribution Grade 1 Certification
- 24-hour Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response Certification (HAZWOPER)
- All American Backflow Prevention – Reclaim Water Site Tester Certification
As part of the online application process, all applicants are required to submit both an updated resume and cover letter. Applications received that do not contain a resume and a cover letter with responses to all the required questions listed below will be considered incomplete and will not be considered further in this recruitment process.
In your cover letter, please ensure to include responses to the following:
1. Provide a summary of any plumbing/pipefitting experience you have. Include the name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience, your job title, and dates of employment.
2. Provide a summary of any code enforcement experience you have. Include the name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience, your job title, and dates of employment.
3. Provide a summary of any construction experience you have. Include the name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience, your job title, and dates of employment.
4. Provide a summary of any backflow assembly testing and repair experience you have. Include the name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience, your job title, and dates of employment.
5. Provide a summary of any experience you have with Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control Standards. Include the name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience, your job title, and dates of employment.
6. If you possess any of the following certifications, please document your certification number.
- Cross-Connection Control Specialist Certification
- ADEQ Water Distribution Grade 1 Certification
- 24-hour Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response Certification (HAZWOPER)
- All American Backflow Prevention – Reclaim Water Site Tester Certification
7. Indicate if you have a valid driver's license with at least two (2) years of licensed driving experience.
Should you have any questions related to this recruitment process, please contact the following:
Jocelyn D. Maez at 520.837.2113 or Jocelyn.Maez@tucsonaz.gov
Valerie Bencomo at 520.837.2136 or Valerie.Bencomo@tucsonaz.gov
Tucson Water Human Resources at TW_HR@tucsonaz.gov
POSITION DETAILS
Job Profile
J2568 - Cross Connection Control Specialist
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Compensation Grade
G104
Hourly Range
$19.97 - 34.44 USD
The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Position Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time
Department
Water Utility
Department Link
https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Water
Background Check: This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.
ABOUT US
Benefits: The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at
https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.
Citizenship: The City of Tucson employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
The City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD).
The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at
EmployeeLeaves@tucsonaz.gov
or 520-791-2619.
Recruiter Name
Jocelyn D. Maez
Recruiter Email
tw_hr@tucsonaz.gov
For general Human Resources questions please contact 520-791-4241.
Salary : $20 - $34
