Maintenance Worker/Maintenance Mechanic I/II

Instructions for Application

1. Please read the job descriptions thoroughly but DO NOT sign them. They are for reference

only.

2. If you meet the Qualifications and Education Requirements, please fill out the application form

entirely, including signing page 6. If you wish to attach a resume, you may. However, a

resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application. Only those applicants who

meet the Qualifications and Education Requirements will be considered for pre-employment

testing and interviews.

3. Please DO NOT attach any letters of reference.

4. Please complete the “How Did You Hear About Us” advertisement survey that is included in

the application packet and submit with your application.

5. Completed job applications must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 12, 2017 at

the following address:

Kern County Water Agency

3200 Rio Mirada Drive

Bakersfield, CA 93308

Job applications may also be submitted electronically by emailing jobs@kcwa.com or faxing to

(661) 634-1404. Please ensure that you have signed your application prior to submission.

6. Additional information required at time of submittal includes:

An official or unofficial copy of your college transcripts, if applicable.

Copies of applicable certificates or professional registrations.

Note: We make every effort to complete the hiring process as quickly as possible. All applicants will

receive a letter or telephone call advising of the status of their application.

KERN COUNTY WATER AGENCY

Job Description

Qualifications and Education Requirements:1.

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3.

4. a)

b)

c)

d)

e)

f)

g)

h)

i)

Note: A combination of Agency experience and other experience may satisfy these requirements for internal applicants.

Full-Time/Nonexempt

Henry C. Garnett Water Purification Plant

Yes

6/15/2017

Knowledge of the operation of various mechanical equipment.

Demonstrated ability to operate and maintain a wide range of tools and equipment.

Demonstrated ability to perform confined space activities.

Demonstrated ability to perform work at heights.

Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer.

Ability to use Microsoft Outlook®, Word® and Excel®.

Requisite reading, mathematical, written and oral language skills to perform the essential functions of the job.

Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Demonstrated ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.

Perform maintenance and repair duties affecting the efficient operations of Kern County Water Agency (Agency) water pumping, conveyance and

purification facilities and groundwater recovery facilities.

High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate.

Fundamental Objective:

Education:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Experience:

Engineering & Groundwater Services

Maintenance

Maintenance Supervisor

Significant

None

Job Title:

Employment

Classification:

Location(s):

Safety Sensitive:

Last Modified:

Department(s):

Group(s):

Direct Supervisor(s):

Level of Supervison:

Supervisory

Responsibilities:

Maintenance Worker

Valid California Class C or higher driver license.

None.

Licenses/Certifications/

Registrations:

1 of 3

KERN COUNTY WATER AGENCY

Job Description

Engineering & Groundwater ServicesJob Title: Department(s):Maintenance Worker

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Inspect, repair and perform preventive maintenance and surveillance on Agency equipment, including pumps, pipelines, valves, meters, groundwater

recovery wells and other water facility appurtenances.

Perform construction and repair activities on various Agency facilities, including removing and installing mechanical equipment.

Operate and maintain Agency groundwater recovery project well sites.

Read and record various meter readings.

Operate and maintain a wide range of maintenance tools and equipment, including hand tools, forklifts, hoists and pneumatic tools.

Perform janitorial duties, general housekeeping and grounds maintenance.

May perform and/or coordinate maintenance on vehicles and heavy equipment.

May perform and/or oversee maintenance on equipment.

Dig ditches, set concrete forms and place concrete.

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Marginal Job Duties and Responsibilities:

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KERN COUNTY WATER AGENCY

Job Description

Engineering & Groundwater ServicesJob Title: Department(s):Maintenance Worker

Note: Values based on normally scheduled work day

Carry/Lift Up to lbs.

Carry/Lift Up to lbs.

Carry/Lift Up to lbs.1

Climb

Crawl/Kneel

Drive

Grasp/Squeeze/Pinch

Hear

Push/Pull/Drag

Push Keys

See

Sit

Speak

Squat/Stoop

Stand

Swim

Twist/Turn

Walk

Environmental Demands

Chemical Hazards

Electrical Hazards

Explosive Hazards

Mechanical Hazards

Radiation Hazards

Extreme Cold/Extreme Heat

Extreme Noise

Bodies of Water/Canals

Fumes/Dust

Insects

¹ With Assistance

Employee Signature: Date:

Supervisor Signature: Date:

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KERN COUNTY WATER AGENCY

Job Description

Qualifications and Education Requirements:1.

2.

3.

4. a)

b)

c)

d)

e)

f)

g)

h)

i)

j)

k)

Note: A combination of Agency experience and other experience may satisfy these requirements for internal applicants.

Full-Time/Nonexempt

Henry C. Garnett Water Purification Plant

Yes

6/15/2017

Knowledge of the operation of various mechanical equipment.

Demonstrated ability to repair computer-controlled motorized equipment, water pumps, hydraulic pumps, chemical feed

delivery systems and other automated control devices.

Demonstrated ability to operate and maintain a wide range of tools and equipment.

Demonstrated ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics and equipment manuals.

Demonstrated ability to perform confined space activities.

Demonstrated ability to perform work at heights.

Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer.

Ability to use Microsoft Outlook®, Word® and Excel®.

Requisite reading, mathematical, written and oral language skills to perform the essential functions of the job.

Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Demonstrated ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.

Perform maintenance and repair duties affecting the efficient operations of Kern County Water Agency (Agency) water pumping, conveyance and

purification facilities and groundwater recovery facilities.

High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate.

Fundamental Objective:

Education:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Experience:

Engineering & Groundwater Services

Maintenance

Maintenance Supervisor

Limited

May direct/lead the work of Agency and consultant staff

Job Title:

Employment

Classification:

Location(s):

Safety Sensitive:

Last Modified:

Department(s):

Group(s):

Direct Supervisor(s):

Level of Supervison:

Supervisory

Responsibilities:

Maintenance Mechanic I

Valid California Class C or higher driver license.

Successful completion of State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Distribution Grade II (D2) exam with a

passing grade within 18 months of hire and possession of a valid SWRCB D2 certification within 20 months of

hire.

May be required to obtain certification as a backflow prevention assembly tester by the American Water Works

Association (AWWA).

Two (2) years in industrial repair, maintenance, construction or installation.

Licenses/Certifications/

Registrations:

1 of 3

KERN COUNTY WATER AGENCY

Job Description

Engineering & Groundwater ServicesJob Title: Department(s):Maintenance Mechanic I

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Inspect, repair and perform preventive maintenance and surveillance on Agency equipment, including pumps, pipelines, valves, meters, groundwater

recovery wells and other water facility appurtenances.

Perform diagnostics and conduct routine maintenance, repairs and adjustments on mechanical, piping and automated equipment for Agency water

pumping, conveyance, treatment, distribution and transmission facilities.

Perform construction and repair activities on various Agency facilities, including removing and installing mechanical equipment.

Operate and maintain Agency groundwater recovery project well sites.

Read and record various meter readings.

Prepare and maintain records and reports of maintenance performed on the systems affecting Agency water pumping, conveyance, treatment, distribution

and transmission systems and groundwater recovery project well sites.

Operate and maintain a wide range of maintenance tools and equipment, including hand tools, forklifts, arc and gas welders, hoists and pneumatic tools.

Install and repair computer-controlled motorized equipment, pumps and control devices.

May perform and/or coordinate maintenance on vehicles and heavy equipment.

May perform and/or oversee maintenance on equipment.

May perform testing and installation of backflow prevention devices.

Dig ditches, set concrete forms and place concrete.

Perform janitorial duties, general housekeeping and grounds maintenance.

Provide safety training to Agency staff.

Perform field inspections of Agency facilities and construction projects.

Respond to after-hours maintenance calls for various Agency facilities.

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KERN COUNTY WATER AGENCY

Job Description

Engineering & Groundwater ServicesJob Title: Department(s):Maintenance Mechanic I

Note: Values based on normally scheduled work day

Carry/Lift Up to lbs.

Carry/Lift Up to lbs.

Carry/Lift Up to lbs.1

Climb

Crawl/Kneel

Drive

Grasp/Squeeze/Pinch

Hear

Push/Pull/Drag

Push Keys

See

Sit

Speak

Squat/Stoop

Stand

Swim

Twist/Turn

Walk

Environmental Demands

Chemical Hazards

Electrical Hazards

Explosive Hazards

Mechanical Hazards

Radiation Hazards

Extreme Cold/Extreme Heat

Extreme Noise

Bodies of Water/Canals

Fumes/Dust

Insects

¹ With Assistance

Employee Signature: Date:

Supervisor Signature: Date:

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60

100

Essential

This Job Description has been reviewed with me by my supervisor, and I understand the responsibilities and expectations of performance.

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KERN COUNTY WATER AGENCY

Job Description

Qualifications and Education Requirements:1.

2.

3.

4. a)

b)

c)

d)

e)

f)

g)

h)

i)

j)

k)

Note: A combination of Agency experience and other experience may satisfy these requirements for internal applicants.

Full-Time/Nonexempt

Henry C. Garnett Water Purification Plant

Yes

6/15/2017

Knowledge of the operation of various mechanical equipment.

Demonstrated ability to repair computer-controlled motorized equipment, mechanical rotating equipment, water pumps,

hydraulic pumps, chemical feed delivery systems and other automated control devices.

Demonstrated ability to operate and maintain a wide range of tools and equipment.

Demonstrated ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics and equipment manuals.

Demonstrated ability to perform confined space activities.

Demonstrated ability to work at heights.

Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer.

Ability to use Microsoft Outlook®, Word® and Excel®.

Requisite reading, mathematical, written and oral language skills to perform the essential functions of the job.

Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Demonstrated ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions

Perform maintenance and repair duties affecting the efficient operations of Kern County Water Agency (Agency) water pumping, conveyance and

purification facilities and groundwater recovery facilities.

High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate.

Fundamental Objective:

Education:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Experience:

Engineering & Groundwater Services

Maintenance

Maintenance Supervisor

Limited

May direct/lead the work of Agency and consultant staff

Job Title:

Employment

Classification:

Location(s):

Safety Sensitive:

Last Modified:

Department(s):

Group(s):

Direct Supervisor(s):

Level of Supervison:

Supervisory

Responsibilities:

Maintenance Mechanic II

Valid California Class C or higher driver license.

Successful completion of State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Water Treatment Operator Grade II (T2)

exam with a passing grade within 18 months of hire and possession of a valid SWRCB T2 certification within 20

months of hire.

Successful completion of SWRCB Distribution Grade II (D2) exam with a passing grade within 18 months of hire

and possession of a valid SWRCB D2 certification within 20 months of hire.

May be required to obtain certification as a backflow prevention assembly tester by the American Water Works

Association (AWWA).

Three (3) years in industrial repair, maintenance, construction or installation.

Licenses/Certifications/

Registrations:

1 of 3

KERN COUNTY WATER AGENCY

Job Description

Engineering & Groundwater ServicesJob Title: Department(s):Maintenance Mechanic II

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Inspect, repair and perform preventive maintenance and surveillance on Agency equipment, including pumps, pipelines, valves, meters, groundwater

recovery wells and other water facility appurtenances.

Perform diagnostics and conduct routine maintenance, repairs and adjustments on mechanical, piping and automated equipment for Agency water

pumping, conveyance, treatment, distribution and transmission facilities.

Perform construction and repair activities on various Agency facilities, including removing and installing mechanical equipment.

Operate and maintain Agency groundwater recovery project well sites.

Read and record various meter readings.

Prepare and maintain records and reports of maintenance performed on the systems affecting Agency water pumping, conveyance, treatment, distribution

and transmission systems and groundwater recovery project well sites.

Operate and maintain a wide range of maintenance tools and equipment, including hand tools, forklifts, arc and gas welders, hoists and pneumatic tools.

Install and repair computer-controlled motorized equipment, pumps and control devices.

May perform and/or coordinate maintenance on vehicles and heavy equipment.

May perform and/or oversee maintenance on equipment.

May perform testing and installation of backflow prevention devices.

Dig ditches, set concrete forms and place concrete.

Perform janitorial duties, general housekeeping and grounds maintenance.

Provide safety training to Agency staff.

Perform field inspections of Agency facilities and construction projects.

Monitor and oversee marking and locating activities related to the Agency's underground buried facilities and respond to Underground Service Alerts

(USAs).

Operate and maintain the Agency's Asset Management and Computerized Maintenance Management System (AM/CMMS).

Respond to after-hours maintenance calls for various Agency facilities.

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Marginal Job Duties and Responsibilities:

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KERN COUNTY WATER AGENCY

Job Description

Engineering & Groundwater ServicesJob Title: Department(s):Maintenance Mechanic II

Note: Values based on normally scheduled work day

Carry/Lift Up to lbs.

Carry/Lift Up to lbs.

Carry/Lift Up to lbs.1

Climb

Crawl/Kneel

Drive

Grasp/Squeeze/Pinch

Hear

Push/Pull/Drag

Push Keys

See

Sit

Speak

Squat/Stoop

Stand

Swim

Twist/Turn

Walk

Environmental Demands

Chemical Hazards

Electrical Hazards

Explosive Hazards

Mechanical Hazards

Radiation Hazards

Extreme Cold/Extreme Heat

Extreme Noise

Bodies of Water/Canals

Fumes/Dust

Insects

¹ With Assistance

Employee Signature: Date:

Supervisor Signature: Date:

30

60

100

Essential

This Job Description has been reviewed with me by my supervisor, and I understand the responsibilities and expectations of performance.

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Occasionally

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Employee Acknowledgement:

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Kern County Water AgencyEmployment Application

Please print or type. Complete all questions and sign last page.“See Resume” is not a sufficient response to any question.

Last Name First Middle

Mailing Address

City, State, Zip Code

Date of Application

Home Phone Number

Preferred Contact Number

Position Desired Date Available to Start Work

Type of Employment Desired

q q qFull-Time Part-Time Temporary Full-Time Shift Work Full-Timeq

Do you have a valid California Driver’s License? q qYes No Number & Classification:

Do you have any relatives or friends currently employed at the Kern County Water Agency? q qYes No

Name of employee(s):

Have you read the attached job description? q qYes No

This position may require you to occasionally travel away from home, possibly our of state, for periods of up to one week at a time for training or business. Will you be able to meet this travel requirement?

q qYes No

If hired, can you show proof of age?

If under 18, can you, after employment, submit a work permit?

Can you, after employment, submit verification of your legal right to work in the U.S.? q qYes No

q qYes No

q qYes No

Are you over 18? q qYes No

Do you have the physical and mental ability to perform the tasks on the attached job description, with or without accommodation? q qYes No

If accommodation is necessary, please describe below:

This position may require you to work overtime. Will you be able to meet this requirement? q qYes No

This position may require you to drive a vehicle, sometimes in less than ideal driving conditions such as rain, fog, etc. Will you be able to meet this requirement?

q qYes No

qTemporary Part-Time Shift Work Part-Timeq

Kern County Water Agency - Employment Application

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Summarize your specific skills and qualifications acquired from employment or other experiences that are related to the position for which you are applying (e.g., computer skills, software applications and foreign languages):

Page 2

Have you ever been employed by the Kern County Water Agency? q qYes No

If yes, when?

Have you ever interviewed for a job with the Kern County Water Agency? q qYes No

If yes, when?

Why are you interested in working at the Kern County Water Agency?

EDUCATION

Level of Education Name and Location of School Diploma or Degree (Credits Earned if No Degree)

Attendance Dates

FromMo/Yr

ToMo/Yr

Major or Area(s) of Study

High School

Business, Trade or Technical School or Training

College

Graduate School

Other

Scholastic Achievements

For what position(s)?

Position(s):

Next Previous Employer Phone

Address

Job Title

Immediate Supervisor and Title

Type of Employment

q TemporaryShift Work

qq

Full-Time Part-Time qReason for leaving?

Dates Employed

FromMo/Yr

ToMo/Yr

Starting$ per

Final$ per

Summarize the nature of the work performed and job responsibilities.

Kern County Water Agency - Employment Application Page 3

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Please provide a COMPLETE employment history, beginning with your current or most recent employment. List ALL employers, assignments, or volunteer activities, including military employment. You must complete the application in its entirety. You may include a resume as a supplement but not as a replacement for completing the employment application.

Present/Most Recent Employer Phone

Address

Job Title

Immediate Supervisor and Title

Type of Employment

q qq

Full-Time Part-Time TemporaryShift Work

qReason for leaving or why you are considering leaving?

FromMo/Yr

ToMo/Yr

Hourly Rate or Mo. Salary

Starting$ per

Final$ per

Summarize the nature of the work performed and job responsibilities.

Previous Employer Phone

Address

Job Title

Immediate Supervisor and Title

Type of Employment

q qq

Full-Time Part-Time TemporaryShift Work

qReason for leaving?

Dates Employed

FromMo/Yr

ToMo/Yr

Starting$ per

Final$ per

Summarize the nature of the work performed and job responsibilities.

Dates Employed

May we contact your past employer prior to employment? q qYes No

May we contact your past employer prior to employment? q qYes No

May we contact your present/most recent employer prior to employment? q qYes No

Hourly Rate or Mo. Salary

Hourly Rate or Mo. Salary

Hourly Rate or Mo. Salary

Hourly Rate or Mo. Salary

Hourly Rate or Mo. Salary

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY CONTINUED

Next Previous Employer Phone

Address

Job Title

Immediate Supervisor and Title

Type of Employment

q qq

Full-Time Part-Time TemporaryShift Work

qReason for leaving?

Dates Employed

FromMo/Yr

ToMo/Yr

Starting$ per

Final$ per

Summarize the nature of the work performed and job responsibilities.

Next Previous Employer Phone

Address

Job Title

Immediate Supervisor and Title

Type of Employment

q qq

Full-Time Part-Time TemporaryShift Work

qReason for leaving?

Dates Employed

FromMo/Yr

ToMo/Yr

Starting$ per

Final$ per

Summarize the nature of the work performed and job responsibilities.

Comments on employment history:

Kern County Water Agency - Employment Application Page 4

Next Previous Employer Phone

Address

Job Title

Immediate Supervisor and Title

Type of Employment

q qq

Full-Time Part-Time TemporaryShift Work

qReason for leaving?

Dates Employed

FromMo/Yr

ToMo/Yr

Starting$ per

Final$ per

Summarize the nature of the work performed and job responsibilities.

May we contact your past employer prior to employment? q qYes No

May we contact your past employer prior to employment? q qYes No

May we contact your past employer prior to employment? q qYes No

Hourly Rate or Mo. Salary

Hourly Rate or Mo. Salary

Hourly Rate or Mo. Salary

Hourly Rate or Mo. Salary

Hourly Rate or Mo. Salary

Hourly Rate or Mo. Salary

PROFESSIONAL LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

List and attach copies of any professional license(s) and/or certificate(s) that are related to the position for which you are applying, and list state(s) in which licensed:

PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES

Name Phone Years Known In what capacity did or does this person observe you and/or your work?

Kern County Water Agency - Employment Application Page 5

PERSONAL REFERENCES

Name Phone Years Known In what capacity do you know this person?

MEMBERSHIPS

SPECIAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS, PUBLICATIONS AND AWARDS

List professional, trade, business or civic associations that you consider relevant to the position for which you are applying. Exclude memberships which would reveal sex, race, religion, national origin, age, color, disability or any other category protected by law.

Organization Offices Held

Exclude information that would reveal race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, age, medical condition or disability or any other category protected by law.

Kern County Water Agency - Employment Application Page 6

The Kern County Water Agency (Agency) is an equal opportunity employer and selects the best matched individual for the job based upon job-related qualifications, regardless of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizen-ship status, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, age, medical condition, disability or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

A. I understand and agree that in considering my application for employment, and at any time during employment (if em-ployed), the following conditions shall apply:

1. Any material misrepresentation or deliberate omission of a fact in my application may be justification for refusal ofemployment, or if employed, termination from employment.

2. The Agency may make a thorough investigation of all data given in my application for employment, related papers,or oral interviews, and that all references are subject to verification by the Agency unless notified by me in advance.I authorize such investigation and the giving and receiving of any information. I understand that falsification ofdata so given or other derogatory information discovered as a result of this investigation may prevent my beinghired or, if hired, may subject me to immediate dismissal.

B. I further understand that this is an application for employment and that no employment contract is being offered. If I am offered employment, I understand that the following conditions of my continuing employment shall apply:

1. I agree to have a physical examination, which may or may not include a drug and alcohol screen, by an Agency-authorized physician to determine my ability to perform the duties of the job for which I am being considered.I authorize any physician or hospital to release any medical information which may be necessary to make thisdetermination.

2. My employment may be terminated by the Agency at any time during the introductory period in accordance withthe Personnel Handbook of the Agency without liability for wages or salary, except such as may have been earnedand unpaid at the date of such termination.

3. My employment is for no definite period of time, and the Agency can change wages, benefits and conditions at anytime.

4. I hereby certify that all statements on this application are true to the best of my knowledge and I understand thatomissions or misstatements may be cause for rejection or dismissal.

Signature Date

How Did You Hear About Us?

Please let us know how you heard about the Maintenance Worker/Maintenance Mechanic I/II position

at the Kern County Water Agency by selecting one or more of the following options:

Bakersfield Californian

Kern County Water Agency Website

CareerBuilder.com

Monster.com

CalJobs.com

Craigslist

Indeed.com

Facebook

LinkedIn

California State University, Bakersfield Career Website

Bakersfield College Career Website

Other Website/Search Engine (please list): _______________________

Family or Friend

Other (please list): _______________________

Eligibility: All full-time non-temporary employees working a

minimum of 21 hours per week.

Effective J 1, 201All Benefits Subject to Change.

Schedule of BenefitsPlease Note: Employees should refer to the Agency Personnel Handbook for further information regarding personnel procedures and policies. All benefits listed in this pamphlet are subject to change at any time.

All Agency prepaid insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term/Long-Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Life, Travel, etc.) includes exclusions and/or limits and is subject to change. Please see the Agency Personnel Handbook and insurance policy for specific information.

This information sheet may not conform to the existing Agency Personnel Handbook and is not construed to be part of any agreement with the employee. Employees are referred to the current version of the Agency Personnel Handbook for updated information.

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ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE

Full-time, non-temporary middle management employees may be granted a

limited amount of administrative leave, as outlined in the Middle Managers

Bargaining Unit Memorandum of Understanding.

RETIREMENT

The retirement benefit is administered through the Kern County Employees’ Retirement Association (KCERA). Full-time, non-temporary middle management employees hired prior to January 1, 2010 participate in the “3 percent at 60” retirement plan (Tier I); employees hired on or after January

1, 2010 participate in the “1.62 percent at 65” retirement plan (Tier II).

Employees in either plan, if hired after August 22, 2004, pay 100 percent of the employee contribution for the duration of their employment with the Agency. The employee contribution rate for Tier I participants hired after August 22, 2004 is based on age at entry into the retirement system, and currently ranges between approximately 6 and 11 percent of gross base salary. The employee contribution rate for Tier II participants hired before January 1, 2013 is based on age at entry into the retirement system, and currently ranges between approximately 4 and 9 percent of gross base salary. The employee contribution rate for Tier II participants hired on or after January 1, 2013 is a flat rate and is currently approximately 6 percent of gross base salary.