Union County, NC
Salary :
$58,074.54 - $87,111.80 Annually Location :
Monroe, NC Job Type:
Full-Time Regular Job Number:
711232 Department:
UC Water - Water & WW Ops Opening Date:
08/25/2025 Closing Date:
10/5/2025 11:00 PM Eastern
General Statement The Water Conservation Coordinator, under general supervision, inspects irrigation systems for Union County Water customers who request the service and makes recommendations to conserve water. Educates customers about water usage through educational outreach programs. May assist with Backflow/Cross-Connection assessments as needed. May assist industrial pretreatment staff with field sampling during wastewater investigations due to illicit discharges to the system or as part of routine sampling schedules. Performs site inspections and data management of oil/water separator facilities and food service facilities within the collection system.
Essential Functions Ensures compliance with Union County Water's Inter-basin transfer agreement as it relates to water conservation. Educates Union County Water customers on water conservation requirements and water use ordnance. Conducts inspections and evaluations of Union County Water customers' irrigation systems. Contacts and informs customers of County policy and water conservation requirements. Gathers, organizes, analyzes and evaluates data and information.
Provides recommended action based on such data and information. Prepares and maintains detailed reports of inspections and correspondence. Assists with scheduling and communicates with customers to coordinate inspections, sends reports and follow up recommendations, etc. Leads and participates in educational outreach opportunities with the community, including public events, schools, libraries, and other locations. Compiles statistics about the Irrigation Evaluation Program and reports on the program's effectiveness. Maintains documentation of inspections and the amount of time spent for regulatory purposes. Assists the Industrial Pretreatment group with the implementation of the Industrial Pretreatment, Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) programs. Assist the backflow/cross connection control group with the implementation of the backflow/cross connection control program. Reads and interprets drawings, diagrams, and blueprints; requisitions parts and supplies; may conduct employee safety meetings; and adheres to safety standards. Review and approve plans for new businesses connecting to Union County Water's infrastructure. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED), and three (3) years of experience in Irrigation system operation and maintenance and/or plumbing, and/or water/wastewater utility operations; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licenses or Certifications:
Must have a valid driver's license and maintain a safe driving history as defined by the Union County Vehicle Use Policy. Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor (CLIA) or ability to obtain within 18 months of hire date Special Requirements:
May occasionally work during evenings and weekends to meet customers or during public outreach events. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
Associate's degree in engineering, Environmental Science, or related field, and five (5) years of experience in irrigation system operation and maintenance, and/or plumbing, water/wastewater utility, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licenses or Certifications:
Must have a valid driver's license and maintain a safe driving history as defined by the Union County Vehicle Use Policy. Certified Irrigation Technician (CIT)
Certified Irrigation Contractor (CIC)
NC Grade C Distribution certification
NC Grade 1 Collections System Operator Certification
NC Grade 1 Pretreatment certification
NC Backflow/Cross Connection Certification Special Requirements:
Bilingual skills (English/Spanish).
Supplemental Information PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle. Must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 25 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Requires the ability to maintain body equilibrium when bending, stooping, crouching, climbing, reaching and/or stretching arms, legs, or other parts of the body to grasp, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Physical requirements are for Heavy Work. WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires the need to be sensitive to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs. INSURANCE PROGRAMS
HEALTH INSURANCE
All full-time employees and their eligible dependents can participate on the first day of the first full month of employment. You must sign up for coverage within your first 30 days of employment or wait until the annual enrollment period. Preventative Care Coverage Prescription Coverage
Health & Wellness Center available exclusively to Union County employees, spouses and dependents covered under the health plan.
DENTAL INSURANCE
All full-time employees and their eligible dependents can participate on the first day of the first full month of employment. You must sign up for coverage within your first 30 days of employment or wait until the annual enrollment period.
LIFE INSURANCE
Basic Term life Insurance in the amount of one times the annual salary is provided for all full-time and benefitted part-time employees. Additional coverage for Life Insurance (Accident, Cancer, Long Term and Short Term) is available for purchase through payroll deduction for the employee and eligible dependents.
FINANCIAL PROGRAMS
RETIREMENT
Membership in the North Carolina Local Government Employees Retirement System is a requirement for all full-time and benefitted part-time employees. Employees contribute six percent (6%) of their annual compensation before it is taxed. If you leave County service before retirement, you may withdraw your retirement contributions or elect to freeze your contributions in anticipation of future local government employment. If you have five (5) years of service, you are 100% vested in the NCLGERS.
NC401(k)
The NC401(k) supplemental retirement program is available to full-time and benefitted part-time employees. The County establishes this 401(k) account for each eligible employee and makes a five percent (5%) contribution based on biweekly earnings. Employees may elect to make voluntary contributions through payroll deduction.
457 DEFERRED COMPENSATION
The 457 Deferred Compensation program is available to all employees through payroll deduction. Deferred compensation is a voluntary investment plan to supplement retirement income and to defer taxable income.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS
Options are available to regular full-time and benefitted part-time employees who wish to use pre-tax dollars for eligible medical, pharmacy, dental, vision, and daycare expenses. The Flex Debit Card program gives you instant access to your account funds.
Health Care Spending Account -- Section 125 of the IRS Code allows yearly voluntary enrollment to set aside pre-tax dollars for eligible health care expenses.
Dependent Care Spending Account -- Section 125 of the IRS Code allows yearly voluntary enrollment to set aside pre-tax dollars for eligible dependent care expenses.
DIRECT DEPOSIT
Deposit of your paycheck will be made to checking or savings accounts in a bank of your choice.
TRUIST No Overdraft Fees $100 Negative Balance Buffer Online and Mobile Banking with Bill Pay
LEAVE PROGRAMS
VACATION LEAVE
Vacation leave is accrued based on creditable years of service in the Local Government Employees Retirement System.
SICK LEAVE
For full-time County employees, sick leave accrues at eight (8.0) hours per month. Benefitted part-time employees accrue prorated sick leave based on a percentage of the full-time rate. Your unused sick leave balance can be applied as creditable service toward a service retirement under the guidelines of the NCLGERS.
SICK LEAVE TRANSFER FROM OTHER AGENCIES
Unused sick leave earned from another North Carolina Governmental Agency and/or entity, will be accepted and transferred to the County as follows: twelve (12) sick leave days will be transferred and added to the employees active sick leave balance after completion of six (6) months of employment. The remaining balance of sick leave documented for transfer at the time of employment will be recorded in the employees permanent personnel file. On the fifth anniversary of employment with the County, the remaining balance of transferred sick leave will be added to the employees active sick leave balance.
HOLIDAYS
There are 13 County recognized holidays (includes 3 days for Christmas) per year with 1 floating holiday available.
MILITARY LEAVE
Annual Training - 10 paid workdays granted.
Active Duty - 20 paid workdays granted.
CIVIL LEAVE
Paid leave is provided to full-time or regular part-time County employees called for jury duty or as a witness of the court for the federal or state government, or a subdivision thereof.
FAMILY & MEDICAL LEAVE ACT
Federal law provides job protection and continuation of existing paid health insurance during 12 weeks of leave, paid or unpaid, to an eligible employee for qualifying events. These events can include birth or adoption, and serious illness of an immediate family member, or of the employee.
PAID PARENTAL LEAVE
Parental Leave provides the employee paid leave for the first eight weeks of approved FML for the birth of a son or daughter, or placement with the employee of a son or daughter for adoption or foster care.
ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE
Educational Leave is available to regular full-time and benefitted part-time employees when participating in a job-related, short course, such as an update, not to exceed ten (10) consecutive working days.
VOLUNTEER TIME OFF
Volunteer Time Off will provide employees with 16 hours of paid time per calendar year to volunteer at approved Union County community partner agencies. OTHER PROGRAMS
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
The Employee Assistance Program is open to all employees and their dependents. It is a confidential service provided at no cost to the employees of the County. EAP provides certified counselors who administer assessment and brief therapy to employees who want help with a variety of personal and work-related issues such as stress, parenting concerns, grief, alcohol/drug use, family problems, financial concerns, and work-related problems.
AQUATIC AND FITNESS CENTER
We believe that staying healthy is more than just exercising regularly and eating well. Individual and family discount membership and monthly dues are available to full-time and benefitted part-time employees through payroll deduction.
NATIONAL COLLEGE SAVINGS PROGRAM
The National College Savings Program is open to all employees. The Program is designed to provide certain tax advantages, encourage and facilitate saving to pay the costs of attending eligible institutions. 01
List any current licenses and/or certifications. 02
Do you have a valid driver's license and clean driving record?
Yes No
03
Do you have at least three (3) years of related experience?
Yes No
04
Do you have a certification as a Landscape Irrigation Auditor (CLIA)?
Yes No
05
Describe your experience in any of the following: Irrigation system operation and maintenance and/or plumbing, and/or water/wastewater utility operations. Required Question
$58,074.54 - $87,111.80 Annually Location :
Monroe, NC Job Type:
Full-Time Regular Job Number:
711232 Department:
UC Water - Water & WW Ops Opening Date:
08/25/2025 Closing Date:
10/5/2025 11:00 PM Eastern
General Statement The Water Conservation Coordinator, under general supervision, inspects irrigation systems for Union County Water customers who request the service and makes recommendations to conserve water. Educates customers about water usage through educational outreach programs. May assist with Backflow/Cross-Connection assessments as needed. May assist industrial pretreatment staff with field sampling during wastewater investigations due to illicit discharges to the system or as part of routine sampling schedules. Performs site inspections and data management of oil/water separator facilities and food service facilities within the collection system.
Essential Functions Ensures compliance with Union County Water's Inter-basin transfer agreement as it relates to water conservation. Educates Union County Water customers on water conservation requirements and water use ordnance. Conducts inspections and evaluations of Union County Water customers' irrigation systems. Contacts and informs customers of County policy and water conservation requirements. Gathers, organizes, analyzes and evaluates data and information.
Provides recommended action based on such data and information. Prepares and maintains detailed reports of inspections and correspondence. Assists with scheduling and communicates with customers to coordinate inspections, sends reports and follow up recommendations, etc. Leads and participates in educational outreach opportunities with the community, including public events, schools, libraries, and other locations. Compiles statistics about the Irrigation Evaluation Program and reports on the program's effectiveness. Maintains documentation of inspections and the amount of time spent for regulatory purposes. Assists the Industrial Pretreatment group with the implementation of the Industrial Pretreatment, Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) programs. Assist the backflow/cross connection control group with the implementation of the backflow/cross connection control program. Reads and interprets drawings, diagrams, and blueprints; requisitions parts and supplies; may conduct employee safety meetings; and adheres to safety standards. Review and approve plans for new businesses connecting to Union County Water's infrastructure. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED), and three (3) years of experience in Irrigation system operation and maintenance and/or plumbing, and/or water/wastewater utility operations; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licenses or Certifications:
Must have a valid driver's license and maintain a safe driving history as defined by the Union County Vehicle Use Policy. Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor (CLIA) or ability to obtain within 18 months of hire date Special Requirements:
May occasionally work during evenings and weekends to meet customers or during public outreach events. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
Associate's degree in engineering, Environmental Science, or related field, and five (5) years of experience in irrigation system operation and maintenance, and/or plumbing, water/wastewater utility, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licenses or Certifications:
Must have a valid driver's license and maintain a safe driving history as defined by the Union County Vehicle Use Policy. Certified Irrigation Technician (CIT)
Certified Irrigation Contractor (CIC)
NC Grade C Distribution certification
NC Grade 1 Collections System Operator Certification
NC Grade 1 Pretreatment certification
NC Backflow/Cross Connection Certification Special Requirements:
Bilingual skills (English/Spanish).
Supplemental Information PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle. Must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 25 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Requires the ability to maintain body equilibrium when bending, stooping, crouching, climbing, reaching and/or stretching arms, legs, or other parts of the body to grasp, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Physical requirements are for Heavy Work. WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires the need to be sensitive to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs. INSURANCE PROGRAMS
HEALTH INSURANCE
All full-time employees and their eligible dependents can participate on the first day of the first full month of employment. You must sign up for coverage within your first 30 days of employment or wait until the annual enrollment period. Preventative Care Coverage Prescription Coverage
Health & Wellness Center available exclusively to Union County employees, spouses and dependents covered under the health plan.
DENTAL INSURANCE
All full-time employees and their eligible dependents can participate on the first day of the first full month of employment. You must sign up for coverage within your first 30 days of employment or wait until the annual enrollment period.
LIFE INSURANCE
Basic Term life Insurance in the amount of one times the annual salary is provided for all full-time and benefitted part-time employees. Additional coverage for Life Insurance (Accident, Cancer, Long Term and Short Term) is available for purchase through payroll deduction for the employee and eligible dependents.
FINANCIAL PROGRAMS
RETIREMENT
Membership in the North Carolina Local Government Employees Retirement System is a requirement for all full-time and benefitted part-time employees. Employees contribute six percent (6%) of their annual compensation before it is taxed. If you leave County service before retirement, you may withdraw your retirement contributions or elect to freeze your contributions in anticipation of future local government employment. If you have five (5) years of service, you are 100% vested in the NCLGERS.
NC401(k)
The NC401(k) supplemental retirement program is available to full-time and benefitted part-time employees. The County establishes this 401(k) account for each eligible employee and makes a five percent (5%) contribution based on biweekly earnings. Employees may elect to make voluntary contributions through payroll deduction.
457 DEFERRED COMPENSATION
The 457 Deferred Compensation program is available to all employees through payroll deduction. Deferred compensation is a voluntary investment plan to supplement retirement income and to defer taxable income.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS
Options are available to regular full-time and benefitted part-time employees who wish to use pre-tax dollars for eligible medical, pharmacy, dental, vision, and daycare expenses. The Flex Debit Card program gives you instant access to your account funds.
Health Care Spending Account -- Section 125 of the IRS Code allows yearly voluntary enrollment to set aside pre-tax dollars for eligible health care expenses.
Dependent Care Spending Account -- Section 125 of the IRS Code allows yearly voluntary enrollment to set aside pre-tax dollars for eligible dependent care expenses.
DIRECT DEPOSIT
Deposit of your paycheck will be made to checking or savings accounts in a bank of your choice.
TRUIST No Overdraft Fees $100 Negative Balance Buffer Online and Mobile Banking with Bill Pay
LEAVE PROGRAMS
VACATION LEAVE
Vacation leave is accrued based on creditable years of service in the Local Government Employees Retirement System.
SICK LEAVE
For full-time County employees, sick leave accrues at eight (8.0) hours per month. Benefitted part-time employees accrue prorated sick leave based on a percentage of the full-time rate. Your unused sick leave balance can be applied as creditable service toward a service retirement under the guidelines of the NCLGERS.
SICK LEAVE TRANSFER FROM OTHER AGENCIES
Unused sick leave earned from another North Carolina Governmental Agency and/or entity, will be accepted and transferred to the County as follows: twelve (12) sick leave days will be transferred and added to the employees active sick leave balance after completion of six (6) months of employment. The remaining balance of sick leave documented for transfer at the time of employment will be recorded in the employees permanent personnel file. On the fifth anniversary of employment with the County, the remaining balance of transferred sick leave will be added to the employees active sick leave balance.
HOLIDAYS
There are 13 County recognized holidays (includes 3 days for Christmas) per year with 1 floating holiday available.
MILITARY LEAVE
Annual Training - 10 paid workdays granted.
Active Duty - 20 paid workdays granted.
CIVIL LEAVE
Paid leave is provided to full-time or regular part-time County employees called for jury duty or as a witness of the court for the federal or state government, or a subdivision thereof.
FAMILY & MEDICAL LEAVE ACT
Federal law provides job protection and continuation of existing paid health insurance during 12 weeks of leave, paid or unpaid, to an eligible employee for qualifying events. These events can include birth or adoption, and serious illness of an immediate family member, or of the employee.
PAID PARENTAL LEAVE
Parental Leave provides the employee paid leave for the first eight weeks of approved FML for the birth of a son or daughter, or placement with the employee of a son or daughter for adoption or foster care.
ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE
Educational Leave is available to regular full-time and benefitted part-time employees when participating in a job-related, short course, such as an update, not to exceed ten (10) consecutive working days.
VOLUNTEER TIME OFF
Volunteer Time Off will provide employees with 16 hours of paid time per calendar year to volunteer at approved Union County community partner agencies. OTHER PROGRAMS
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
The Employee Assistance Program is open to all employees and their dependents. It is a confidential service provided at no cost to the employees of the County. EAP provides certified counselors who administer assessment and brief therapy to employees who want help with a variety of personal and work-related issues such as stress, parenting concerns, grief, alcohol/drug use, family problems, financial concerns, and work-related problems.
AQUATIC AND FITNESS CENTER
We believe that staying healthy is more than just exercising regularly and eating well. Individual and family discount membership and monthly dues are available to full-time and benefitted part-time employees through payroll deduction.
NATIONAL COLLEGE SAVINGS PROGRAM
The National College Savings Program is open to all employees. The Program is designed to provide certain tax advantages, encourage and facilitate saving to pay the costs of attending eligible institutions. 01
List any current licenses and/or certifications. 02
Do you have a valid driver's license and clean driving record?
Yes No
03
Do you have at least three (3) years of related experience?
Yes No
04
Do you have a certification as a Landscape Irrigation Auditor (CLIA)?
Yes No
05
Describe your experience in any of the following: Irrigation system operation and maintenance and/or plumbing, and/or water/wastewater utility operations. Required Question