Twentynine Palms Water District

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Employment

Position Openings

There are currently no positions open at this time.

Employment Application

Applications are accepted only when there is a position opening.

Benefits Summary

Retirement Benefits

Provided through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). The District pays the full employee contribution and reports this contribution to CalPERS as reportable income. The District's contract with CalPERS includes:

  • 3% @ 60, 2.5% @ 55, and 2% @ 50 Formula

  • 1 Year Final Compensation

  • Sick Leave Credit

  • Military Credit

Social Security

The District participates in Social Security.

Insurance

Insurance will commence after completing two full calendar months of employment. The scope of coverage and the payment of premiums are subject to periodic review and revision by the Board of Directors.

Medical

The District currently pays 100% of the monthly premium for the employee and 75% of all eligible dependents, with 25% dependent coverage paid by the employee. The District participates in the Association of California Water Agencies Benefits Program through Blue Cross (Health Maintenance Organization) or Prudent Buyer Plan Classic (Preferred Provider Organization).

Dental & Vision

Provided by the District through the Association California Water Agencies (ACWA) for employees and their eligible dependents. The District currently pays 100% of the monthly premium for the employees and all eligible dependents.

Life

The District currently provides an employee life insurance policy in an amount equal to twice the employee's annual salary. Additional life insurance programs are available for both employees and their dependents through AIG VALIC and New York Life insurance.

Deferred Compensation

Voluntary employee participation - no District contribution. Two 457 plans are available - AIG VALIC and New York Life Insurance.

Vacation

Accrues as follows:

Years Per Month Per Pay Period
0 - 1 4 1.85
2 - 3 8 3.7
4 - 14 12 5.54
15 + 16 7.39

Sick

Accrue 8 hours per month (3.70 hours per pay period).

Holidays

10 full day holidays and 2 half day holidays per year.

Twentynine Palms Water District · 72401 Hatch Road Twentynine Palms CA 92277 · Phone 760 367 7546 · Fax 760 367 6612