Human Resources

Employment Opportunities at the MPWD

We appreciate your interest in employment with the Mid-Peninsula Water District. All applicants must submit a Mid-Peninsula Water District Application for Employment. It must be typewritten or filled out in blue or black ink. Once completed, it may be emailed to: mpwdjobs@midpeninsulawater.org

Or mailed/delivered in person to: Mid-Peninsula Water District
Attn: Recruitment Manager
1075 Old County Road, Suite A, Belmont, CA 94002

A résumé may be attached but is not accepted in lieu of the application. Once the recruitment closes, the applications will be reviewed and the most qualified candidates will be invited to an oral interview. The candidates not selected will receive an email or letter in the mail.

Click here to download the MPWD Employment Application

Applicants must submit both a completed MPWD Employment Application and responses to Supplemental Questions to be considered for a Water System Operator or Lead Operator position.

Water System Operator Supplemental Questions (.docx)
Lead Operator Supplemental Questions (.docx)


Employment Opportunities (2)

One (1) Full-Time Position: Lead Operator

PUBLICATION DATE: Thursday, July 20, 2023

APPLICATION DEADLINE: September 21, 2023

ORGANIZATION: Mid-Peninsula Water District

SALARY: $99,655 to $130,076/year

CONTACT: Recruitment Manager
Telephone: 650-591-8941 / Email: mpwdjobs@midpeninsulawater.org

DEFINITION: The Mid-Peninsula Water District (MPWD) invites you to pursue a career as a Lead Operator with one of the best public water suppliers in California! Operating since 1929, the MPWD team prides ourselves on dedicated service to our customers, cost-effective delivery of water, its commitment to capital reinvestment in the MPWD system, and our ability to adapt to the changing needs of our employees and customers.

In July 2023, all MPWD employees transitioned from a traditional 5-day 40-hour workweek to a 4-day 36-hour workweek, with no reduction in annual compensation or other benefits! This is a truly unique benefit to the MPWD and only one of many aspects that make MPWD a great place to work. Answers to frequently asked questions about our 4-day workweek are provided at the end of this job posting.

MPWD offers a competitive total compensation package, including salaries, healthcare benefits, CalPERS pension plan, and holiday/vacation/sick leaves. For more details, please see the MPWD Personnel Manual.

We are committed to hiring the best qualified candidates and providing opportunities for professional growth, including training and career development.

Download the Full Recruitment Ad (PDF).

Applicants must submit both a completed MPWD Employment Application (PDF) and responses to Supplemental Questions (.docx) to be considered for a Lead Operator position.


One (1) Full-Time Position: Water System Operator

PUBLICATION DATE: Thursday, July 20, 2023

APPLICATION DEADLINE: September 21, 2023.

ORGANIZATION: Mid-Peninsula Water District

SALARY: $87,067 to $115,390/year

CONTACT: Recruitment Manager
Telephone: 650-591-8941 / Email: mpwdjobs@midpeninsulawater.org

DEFINITION: The Mid-Peninsula Water District (MPWD) invites you to pursue a career as a Water System Operator with one of the best public water suppliers in California! Operating since 1929, the MPWD team prides ourselves on dedicated service to our customers, cost-effective delivery of water, its commitment to capital reinvestment in the MPWD system, and our ability to adapt to the changing needs of our employees and customers.

In July 2023, all MPWD employees transitioned from a traditional 5-day 40-hour workweek to a 4-day 36-hour workweek, with no reduction in annual compensation or other benefits! This is a truly unique benefit to the MPWD and only one of many aspects that make MPWD a great place to work. Answers to frequently asked questions about our 4-day workweek are provided at the end of this job posting.

MPWD offers a competitive total compensation package, including salaries, healthcare benefits, CalPERS pension plan, and holiday/vacation/sick leaves. For more details, please see the MPWD Personnel Manual.

We are committed to hiring the best qualified candidates and providing opportunities for professional growth, including training and career development.

Download the Full Recruitment Ad (PDF).

Applicants must submit both a completed MPWD Employment Application (PDF) and responses to Supplemental Questions (.docx) to be considered for a Water System Operator.