Salary: $9,940.90 - $12,083.23 Monthly
Location : Placerville, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Operations
Opening Date: 07/23/2026
Closing Date: 9/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: CNEG - Confidential Non-Represented Employee Group

DEFINITION

This exciting career opportunity is open until filled with the first review of candidates taking place on August 28, 2026, or until a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been received, whichever occurs sooner. Therefore, please apply early.

The Position

Working under the direction of the Director of Operations, the Safety/Security Officer is the driving force behind the District's commitment to protecting its people, its infrastructure, and the communities it serves. Based out of District headquarters in Placerville, this role owns the full spectrum of safety and security programming across a 220-square-mile service area - from shaping the District's Injury and Illness Prevention Program to safeguarding critical water and wastewater infrastructure against physical and security threats.
This is a role built for someone who thrives on variety and visibility. One day might involve investigating an incident and identifying trends to prevent the next one; the next might mean presenting safety training to field crews, evaluating a contractor's safety plan for a capital improvement project, or advising executive leadership on a sensitive workers' compensation matter. As the District's go-to authority on workplace safety and security systems, including camera networks, access control, and emergency planning, the Safety/Security Officer holds a permanent seat on the District's Safety Committee and serves as a trusted resource to every level of the organization, from field staff to the General Manager's office.
Beyond day-to-day program management, this position carries real ownership: building and administering the safety and security budget, developing policies that keep the District ahead of evolving state and federal regulations, and serving as a primary point of contact when safety emergencies arise after hours. It's a role where technical expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to communicate clearly with people at every level all come together to make a tangible, visible difference in how the District operates.
The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for an experienced safety professional who brings both deep technical knowledge and genuine passion for building a culture of safety. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of designing and implementing comprehensive industrial health and safety programs, including Injury and Illness Prevention Programs. They also have hands-on experience developing security strategies that protect people and infrastructure alike. Experience in a public utility setting, particularly with a drinking water or wastewater agency, is a strong plus, as is a Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, safety engineering, industrial hygiene, occupational safety and health, or a related field, along with four years of relevant professional experience.
Beyond the credentials, the right person for this role is someone who can move seamlessly between the technical and the interpersonal - equally comfortable analyzing accident data and regulatory requirements as they are training a room of field employees or advising senior leadership. They bring calm, clear thinking to emergencies, sound judgment to policy decisions, and a collaborative spirit to a District that values safety as a shared responsibility across every department. For a safety professional ready to take ownership of a meaningful, high-impact program in one of California's most beautiful regions, this is an exceptional opportunity!!
SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Experience and/or Education:
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:
Four years of responsible professional experience developing and implementing comprehensive industrial health and safety programs that include the development of an Injury and Illness Prevention Program or four years of responsible experience developing and administering industrial safety and security assessments, consultation, and/or development of safety and security policies and procedures. Water and/or Public Utility experience is highly desired.

Education:
Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in industrial engineering, safety engineering, industrial hygiene, occupational safety and health or other closely related field.
License and Certificate:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Certification as a CSP (Certified Safety Professional) or CHSM (Certified Health and Safety Manager) or equivalent is highly desired.
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We offer a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, pension, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and retiree health insurance benefits (subject to vesting schedule).
Health Insurance Benefits (Active Employees) - CalPERS plans, including PPOs and HMOs available

• Employer pays entire monthly premiums for employee or up to $2,758.51 for a family plan (100/85 split)

Health Insurance Benefits (Retiree) - CalPERS plans, including PPOs, HMO, and Senior plans available (subject to vesting schedule).

• Employer pays entire monthly premiums for employee-only coverage, or up to $2,758.51 for a family plan (100/85 split)

Dental Insurance (Delta Dental PPO Network)

• Employee only: No cost
• Employee + 1 Dependent - $2.85 biweekly
• Employee + 2 or more Dependents - $8.89 biweekly
• Orthodontic Benefits- 50% or $3,500 lifetime

Vision Insurance (VSP)

• Employee only: No cost
• Employee + 1 Dependent - $0.07 biweekly
• Employee + 2 or more Dependents - $0.57 biweekly
• Frames every 2 years & lenses every year

Flexible Spending Account- voluntary

• Health Care Expenses: $3,400 for 2026
• Dependent Care Expenses: $7,500 for 2026
• Pre-tax contributions with a P&A Group credit card for eligible expenses

Life & AD&D Insurance (Prudential)

• Coverage equal to one-time annual base salary (up to $150,000) - no cost to employee
• Additional coverage for employee and dependents available- voluntary

Deferred Compensation (457b plan)

• Voluntary pre-tax contributions via payroll deduction
• Catch-up provisions available at age 50

Retirement Benefits Defined Benefit Plans vary by hire date, age, years of service, and average monthly salary at retirement.

• Classic PERS Members: 2% @ 55 Plan
  • Employee contribution: 7%
  • Retirement pension will be calculated based on final (Three-year) compensation as defined by California Government Code 20037
• PEPRA Members: 2% formula @ 62
  • Employee Contribution: 7.5%
  • Retirement pension will be calculated based on final (Three-year) compensation as defined by California Government Code 20037

Paid Time Off (PTO)

• First 3 years - 176 hours (after 1-year probationary period)
• 4 to 9 years - 216 hours
• 10 to 14 years - 256 hours
• 15 or More Years - 296 hours

14 Paid Holidays (includes one personal business day, and two half days)

Tuition Reimbursement

• $3,000 per calendar year maximum after probation

Desired Training

• $750 per calendar year maximum

For more information, please visit our benefits page.
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The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please ensure your answers are honest and accurate. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.Please read each question carefully and provide a thorough and complete response. Do NOT state "see resume" or "see application" to respond to any of the following questions. Failure to respond to all questions will be considered an incomplete application and may not be considered for further processing.

• Yes, I understand and agree
• No, I do not agree

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Do you possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in industrial engineering, safety engineering, industrial hygiene, occupational safety and health, or a closely related field?

• Yes
• No

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If yes, please list your degree, major, and institution. If no, please describe the combination of education and experience you believe qualifies you for this position.
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Do you have any of the following certifications? Please click all that apply.

• Certified Safety Professional CSP
• Certified Health and Safety Manager CHSM
• Equivalent certification
• N/A

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