Principal Backflow and Cross Connection Specialist Supervisor

Principal Backflow and Cross Connection Specialist Supervisor

Salary

$90,708.80 - $109,865.60 Annually

Location

City of San Diego, CA

Job Type

Varies by Position

Job Number

AG-T11666-202606

Business Area

2000 - Public Utilities

Opening Date

06/26/2026

Closing Date

7/13/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

JOB INFORMATION

Principal Backflow and Cross Connection Specialist Supervisor positions plan, direct, and coordinate the Cross Connection Control Program; ensure the safety of public health by coordinating and conducting routine inspections between potable water systems and recycled water systems; administers backflow prevention software; prepare regulatory compliance reporting; assist Principal Backflow and Cross Connection Specialists on the more complex inspections; review, respond to, and resolve escalating issues pertaining to notices of violations; act as the resident inspector for backflow requirements and cross connection risks on major construction projects; develop and apply testing procedures; train staff; and perform other duties as assigned.

NOTE:

• Eligible benefitted employees originally hired on or after July 10, 2021, will be automatically enrolled in the San Diego City Employees Retirement System (SDCERS).

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

You must meet the following requirements on the date you apply, unless otherwise indicated.

EXPERIENCE: You must meet ONE of the following options:

• Three years of full-time experience as a Backflow and Cross Connection Specialist with the City of San Diego.
• Five years of full-time professional experience conducting complex field investigations to identify, locate and test backflow prevention devices; inspecting and identifying potential cross connections to determine adequacy of water service protection; and reviewing/interpreting construction documents, blueprints, and schematics to perform investigation of user sites.

NOTE:

• City of San Diego employees using Out-of-Class Assignment (OCA) experience to qualify must submit written documentation signed by their appointing authority or payroll specialist, detailing the work performed, dates, and total number of qualifying OCA hours. OCA experience without the required documentation will NOT be considered.

CERTIFICATION: Possession of an American Water Works Association (AWWA) or American Backflow Prevention Association (ABPA) Certification as a Cross Connection Control Specialist is required at the time of hire.

LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License is required at the time of hire.

HIGHLY DESIRABLE:

• Lead/supervisory experience.

• Knowledge of applicable regulations and experience with regulatory reporting.

• Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to compile and interpret data; create meaningful performance measures; identify trends; make informed recommendations that drive accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement; and deliver clear, concise reports and presentations to management and stakeholders.

• Ability to effectively utilize technology and software applications to support operational and administrative functions, including but not limited to advanced knowledge of the Microsoft application suite.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (MUST SUBMIT WITH APPLICATION)

• For City of San Diego employees, proof of Out-of-Class Assignment (OCA), if utilized to meet the minimum requirements.

Required documents should be attached electronically to your application. If you are unable to attach at the time of application submittal, you must submit them as soon as possible via fax: (619) 533-3337; or to the Employment Information Center: City of San Diego Personnel Department, 1200 Third Avenue - Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92101. Include your name and the title of the position for which you are applying.

SCREENING PROCESS

Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental questions will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in this initial screening process, your application will be reviewed for applicable education, experience, and/or training to ensure all minimum requirements have been met. Successful candidates will be placed on a list which will be used to fill position vacancies during the next six months (180 days). For each vacancy, only those candidates with the most appropriate qualifications will be contacted by the hiring department for an interview.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Employment offers are conditional pending the results of all screening processes applicable to this position, which may include the following: confirmation of citizenship or legal right to work in the United States; completion of a pre-employment medical review and exam (which may include drug and alcohol testing); reference checks; and fingerprinting. Fingerprints will be submitted to the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice for a conviction record report. Certain positions may require additional screening processes, including a polygraph examination and/or background investigation. All screening processes must be successfully completed before employment begins. A positive test result for alcohol, cannabis/marijuana, illegal drugs, or inadequately explained prescription drugs, or misrepresentation, falsification, or omission of pertinent facts in any step of the screening or selection process, may be cause for disqualification or termination of employment. Nothing in this job posting constitutes an express or implied contract for employment with the City of San Diego. Candidates must notify the Personnel Department of any change to their name, mailing address, email address, or phone number, otherwise they may miss employment opportunities.

Rev. 1 - June 26, 2026 (New Recruitment Date)

City employees may be eligible to participate in a benefit program including holidays, vacations, savings and retirement plans, health programs, and other benefits.

Eligible City employees initially hired or assuming office on or after July 10, 2021, with the exception of Police Recruits participating in the City's Police Academy, will participate in the City's Defined Benefit Plan administered by the San Diego City Employees' Retirement System (SDCERS).

Benefits may change due to employer-employee contract negotiations.

Flexible Benefits Plan Options for Employees Represented by Municipal Employees Associate (MEA) or review the Benefits Summary for MEA Employees.

01

I understand that failure to respond to the following questions in the spaces provided may result in the rejection of my application. In addition, I may miss out on employment opportunities. Resumes are NOT reviewed for assessing the minimum requirements, qualifications will be determined from the answers provided to the supplemental questions.

• Yes
• No

02

Are you a current or former City of San Diego government/municipal employee?

• Current city employee
• Former city employee
• Current & former city employee
• None of the above

03

If you have previously worked or are currently working for the City of San Diego, please enter your PERNR.

04

The minimum age for this job is 18, unless you are 17 and a high school graduate. Do you meet the minimum age requirements for this job?

• Yes
• No

05

How many years of full-time experience do you have as a Backflow and Cross Connection Specialist with the City of San Diego?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years or more

06

Describe your full-time experience as a Backflow and Cross Connection Specialist with the City of San Diego. Specify your level of responsibility, percent of time spent performing the duties and the total length of your experience. If you do not have any experience in this area, write "None."

07

How many years of full-time professional-level experience do you have conducting complex field investigations to identify, locate and test backflow prevention devices; inspect and identify potential cross connections to determine adequacy of water service protection; and review/interpret construction documents, blueprints, and schematics to perform investigation of user sites?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years or more

08

In which of the following areas do you have full-time professional-level experience conducting complex field investigations?

• Identify, locate and test backflow prevention devices.
• Inspect and identify potential cross connections to determine adequacy of water service protection.
• Review/interpret construction documents, blueprints, and schematics to perform investigation of user sites.
• None of the above.

09

Describe your full-time professional-level experience conducting complex field investigations in the following areas: a. Identify, locate and test backflow prevention devices; b. inspect and identify potential cross connections to determine adequacy of water service protection; c. review/interpret construction documents, blueprints, and schematics to perform investigation of user sites. For each area, specify from which employer the experience was gained, your title, level of responsibility, percent of time spent on each area and the total length of your experience. If you do not have any experience in a specific area, write "None."

10

Do you possess an American Water Works Association (AWWA) or American Backflow Prevention Association (ABPA) Certification as a Cross-Connection Control Specialist?

• Yes
• No

11

Describe your lead or supervisory experience in the following areas: a. Scheduling assigned functions and ensuring that work is performed correctly; b. reviewing/approving time cards; c. interviewing, selecting and/or recommending qualified personnel for subordinate positions; d. providing orientation and on-the-job training to ensure that responsibilities are understood by subordinates; e. monitoring and evaluating the performance of employees through evaluations which you have written, signed and administered; f. recommending/administering personnel actions for employee recognition, counseling and/or discipline; g. leading a team. For each area, specify from which employer the experience was gained, your title, level of responsibility, percent of time spent on each area and the total length of your experience. If you do not have any experience in a specific area, write "None."

Required Question

Employer City of San Diego

Address 1200 3rd Ave., Suite 300, MS 51P

San Diego, California, 92101

Phone (619) 236-6400

(619) 236-6358

Website http://www.sandiego.gov/empopp/