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Carol RosenfeldEnvironmental Finance CenterThe University of North Carolina at Chapel [email protected]
Workforce Planning
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There are about 1.7 million Americans employed in water-related jobs, out of a total workforce of about 153 million peopleSource: Renewing the Water Workforce Report and Bureau of Labor Statistics datahttps://www.brookings.edu/research/water‐workforce/
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Water Workforce
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Different water-related occupations, from water operators to positions in the skilled trades like electricians and technicians to
financial, administrative, and management positions
Source: Renewing the Water Workforce Report https://www.brookings.edu/research/water‐workforce/
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And there is no fixing your workforce with duct tape...
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Who will succeed your best colleagues when they leave?
Who will succeed you?
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• Keep your best people around as long as you can
• Bring in great new people to the organization
Two Major Workforce Goals
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Some questions to start...
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Did you grow up wanting to be work for a water system?A. YesB. NoC. I didn’t even know
this job existed
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• All of us “work in water”
• How did you get into the water business? What is your story?
Who Works in Water
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Do your friends and family really understand what you do for a living?A. YesB. VaguelyC. Not at all
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Can you see yourself working in water for the rest of your career?A. YesB. MaybeC. No
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Are you confident that there is someone working for your organization now that could succeed you?A. YesB. No
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Keep Your Best Employees
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What makes you want to stay in your job?
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Succession Planning
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Asset Management Can Help
Larry Covington ∙ Picacho MDWCA
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Your employees will leave, eventually.
Guaranteed.
But no matter how good you are at succession planning...
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Many U.S. workers are aged 50+
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• Retirement
• Leaving for a different job
• FMLA
• Other circumstances...
Are you ready for people to leave?
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• You know who within your organization works in water
• How critical are these people to your operations? How easy will it be to find people to succeed them?
Who Works in Water
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Human Capital Criticality
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Hire Great New People
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Job Skills Needed
Andrew Kwan, East Bay Municipal Utility District, CAhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ORZIhncbb6Y
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• Think across the board—not just for operators. Think about everyone tied to your water system
What knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) are needed today?
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Technical Background• Science, engineering, technology, and
math (STEM)• Ability to use computers and software
programs as a tool
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Needed by the Employee of the Future
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Personal Characteristics• Dedication and reliability• Drive, ambition and initiative
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Needed by the Employee of the Future
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Soft Skills• Critical thinking, problem solving and
decision making• Planning, organizing, directing and
controlling
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Needed by the Employee of the Future
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What is the hardest KSA to find?A. Science and math
knowledgeB. Technology
knowledgeC. Critical
thinking/problem solving skills
D. Dedication and reliability
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• Science and math knowledge
• Technology knowledge
• Critical thinking/problem solving skills
• Dedication and reliability
How can we evaluate...
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People are not necessarily aware of jobs in the water sector
It’s up to us to explain why this is a good career choice. Here’s one view...
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Jennifer WalshSenior Principal EngineerHazen & Sawyer
Interviewed on the Words on Water podcast:https://wordsonwaterwef.com/2018/02/12/words-on-water-jennifer-walsh-on-being-a-millennial-in-the-water-sector/
Why a Career in Water?
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Career Benefits
Public Service
High-Tech Nature
Environmental Stewardship
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2015 New York Water Environment Association Survey
Operators say the most satisfying aspect of their work is contributing to the environment and public health
Public Service
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We need water to live
Public Service
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Environmental Stewardship
Andrew Kwan, East Bay Municipal Utility District, CAhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ORZIhncbb6Y
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Job Description for a Water Treatment Plant Operator
Northwest Territories –Municipal and Community Affairs
Put the Mission in Your Job Ad
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High Tech Nature
SCADA
Solar PowerUV Filtration
Reverse Osmosis
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Career Benefits
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More than 50 percent of water workers have a high school diploma or less, which is higher than the national average
Source: Renewing the Water Workforce Report https://www.brookings.edu/research/water‐workforce/
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But water jobs pay better per hour than the average American job
Source: Renewing the Water Workforce Report https://www.brookings.edu/research/water‐workforce/
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And water jobs pay much better per hour than average jobs at the low end of the pay scale
Source: Renewing the Water Workforce Report https://www.brookings.edu/research/water‐workforce/
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How to Find Good Employees
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Have a Good Job Description
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• Accurate job title and summary
• Explains job responsibilities transparently
• Clearly states skills and qualifications, including physical demands
• Explains the organization
Elements of Good Job Posts
Adapted from https://theundercoverrecruiter.com/write-effective-job-description/
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• Opening and closing date
• Specific about hours and location
• Includes salary and benefits range
• Includes contact information
Elements of Good Job Posts
Adapted from https://theundercoverrecruiter.com/write-effective-job-description/
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What do you think of Irvindale’sjob description?
What would you change, if anything?
Please work with your neighbors
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Find People Who Share Your Values
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Start Young!
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Give Tours
https://www.neorsd.org/community/open-house-always-the-number-1-event-in-the-number-2-business/
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“I end every tour with a discussion of all of the careers available in water”
Give Tours
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Internships
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“The money is a bonus to students. And while a lot of their friends sleep in until noon in the summers, they were here actually learning something and getting prepared for a career after high school. They all appreciated that.”
Ray BaralMetropolitan District
Commission, CT
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“Certainly, we wanted them to be good students, but they didn’t have to be ‘A’ students. The most important thing is that they want to be here and they want to learn.”Ray Baral
Metropolitan District Commission, CT
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Be honest. Were you an ‘A’ student?A. YesB. NoC. Not even close!
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Post High School Training
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Veterans of Uniformed Services
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EPA guide for applying Military Occupational Specialties (M.O.S.) to civilian drinking water and wastewater operations
https://www.epa.gov/sites/production/files/2015-11/documents/from_mos_to_job.pdf
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Veterans• Federal and State funding & career placement services• Partner with Veterans Upward Bound at local universities (if applicable)
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Employing Veterans: Programs & Funding
On‐The‐Job Training & Apprenticeship Program
Recruiting ToolEmployers can combine MHA from Post‐9/11 GI Bill plus wages
to attract Veteran candidates.
Training Period Stipend ReceivedFirst 6 months of training 110% of the applicable Monthly
Housing Allowance (MHA)Second 6 months of training 80% of the applicable MHA
Every 6 months after year 1 Reduced by 20%
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Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment On‐The‐Job Training & Apprenticeships
Employers who hire using this program receive:
Reimbursement up to 50% of the Veteran’s salary
VA provided tools,
equipment, uniforms and other supplies
Supplies and
equipment necessary to complete training
Appropriate accom‐
modationsbased on individual needs of
the Veteran
VA support during
training and placement
Employing Veterans: Programs & Funding
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State/Regional Specific Contacts
National Association of State Approving Agencies
(NASAA)
U.S. Department of Labor Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS)
For specific program information and program approval
Employing Veterans: Programs & Funding
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Employee Referral Program
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Employee Referral Program
Money Extra Days Off Recognition
Event Tickets Food & Drink Departmental Competition
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Employee Referral Program
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EPA compilation of fact sheets describing training programs, internships and mentoring programs
https://www.epa.gov/sustainable-water-infrastructure/selection-training-programs-water-and-wastewater-operators
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Before we go…
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