Minimum Qualifications:

1. Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered two-year college with an Associate's Degree in water/wastewater technology, environmental science, engineering technology, physical sciences, chemistry, biology, life sciences or a related field: OR

2. Graduation from High School and two years of experience working for a public works department in which the employee worked directly with water and/or sewer distribution, applicable military experience that involved working in water treatment and/or distribution, or experience working in a laboratory or in a health or environmental sciences field; OR

3. Any combination of training and experience equal to or greater than that specified in A) or B) above.

Tompkins County is Committed to Equity and Inclusion. We encourage those with similar values to apply.

Special Requirements:

A valid New York State driver's license, class D at the time of application and maintain such license throughout the duration of employment.

Possession of a Grade B, and/or Grade D Water System Operator Certification within one year of employment.  Maintenance of such license is required for the duration of employment.

Possession of a Grade 1 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification as required by the NYS DEC within one year.  Maintenance of such a license if required for the duration of employment.