ECWA is an equal employment opportunity employer, committed to hiring and promoting qualified individuals based on merit and fitness, without regards to race, national origin, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, disability, or other legal status protected by law. ECWA policy is to hire well-qualified individuals by making the public aware of vacancies to be filled, and by soliciting and maintaining a database of the resumes of those qualified individuals seeking employment with the ECWA. Please read our Employment Policy and Procedures.
Resumes can be mailed to:
Jennifer Hibit / Secretary to the Authority
295 Main St Rm 350
Buffalo, NY 14203
Or email to: employment@ecwa.org
Resumes received by the ECWA will be kept on file for a period of six months.
Please direct any questions or comments to: employment@ecwa.org .
Non-Competitive Title
Salary Range: $103,070.24 - $115,234.08Posted October 19, 2026
**This is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide (NY HELPS) program.
The work involves the administration, coordination and supervision of the outside work of employees engaged in water mains, hydrant valves, maintenance, operations and services at the service center of the Water Authority. The incumbent supervises and coordinates the work assignments of the Water Service, Water Maintenance and Hydrant Valve Crew Chiefs, their assistants and the outside contractors in the installation, extension, maintenance and operation of water transmission, distributions systems and appurtenances. Responsibility is also exercised over the maintenance and repair of vehicles, tools and equipment assigned to the outside work crews. Supervision is received from the Distribution Engineers or an administrative employee of higher rank, with leeway allowed for the exercise of independent judgment in planning and makings assignments. Direct supervision is exercised over the Crew Chiefs and Assistant Crew Chiefs, whose work performance is reviewed through conferences or on site field visits. Does related work as required.
Competitive Title
Salary Range: $151,336.64 - $169,815.36Posted October 14, 2026
**THIS IS A PROVISIONAL APPOINTMENT AND IS SUBJECT TO A CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION PRIOR TO ANY PERMANENT APPOINTMENT**
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves performing electrical engineering duties in the planning, installation, operation, maintenance and repair of all the Water Authority’s electric and electronic equipment and systems. The work also entails training the staff in the appropriate procedures in the operation, maintenance and repair of equipment and systems. The work is performed under the general direction of a Production Engineer or administrative employee of a higher rank with leeway allowed for the exercise of independent judgment. General or direct supervision is exercised over a number of technical and other assigned staff members. Does related work as required.
Exempt Title
Salary Range: $142,382.24 - $159,970.72Posted February 13, 2026
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves the responsibility for administering and proposing changes to policy for the management, administration and technical direction of a staff of highly trained water treatment professionals and laboratory personnel. The incumbent provides scientific recommendations on water quality issues; assurance of water quality regulatory compliance; implementation of the amendments to the Safe Drinking Water Act; maintenance of certification and quality assurance programs; research on water quality assurance programs, water quality monitoring and alternative treatment methods; and serves as liaison with the United States Environmental Protection Agency, New York State Department of Health, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, Erie County Health Departments and other New York State and Erie County regulatory agencies concerned with water quality. Performs other duties required to assure the safety, purity and quality of the water. Work is performed under the general direction of the Executive Engineer, or an administrative employee of higher rank, in accordance with established policies with latitude allowed for the exercise of independent judgment. Supervision is exercised over the work of the Chemist and Assistant Chemists and other technical workers. Does related work as required.
Non-Competitive Title
Starting Salary - Step 1 * per CBA $53,788.80 Posted January 5, 2023
The work involves performing routine manual work requiring physical endurance and willingness to perform a variety of routine and repetitive tasks. Direct supervision is received from a higher-ranking employee who makes work assignments and reviews work completed. Supervision may be the responsibility of this class, part-time, seasonal and inexperienced personnel. Does related work as required.
Non-Competitive Title
Starting Salary - Step A *per CBA $54,912.00Posted June 1, 2026
**This is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide (NY HELPS) program.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs specialized clerical work in connection with fiscal, budgetary and accounting records and customer transactions. Under supervision of an employee of a higher grade, may independently perform clerical work of average difficulty in connection with a variety of financial transactions, records and accounts. This work requires sound judgment in the carrying out of prescribed procedures. The incumbent does related work as required.