Assistant Director, Water & Wastewater Plants, (B254110-2), 216, AdministrationGovernment Jobs • Laredo, TX, US

Assistant Director, Water & Wastewater Plants, (B254110-2), 216, Administration

Government Jobs • Laredo, TX, US

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Utilities Manager

Under the direction of the Utilities Department, oversees water and wastewater treatment plant operations and personnel. Ensures regulatory compliance with TCEQ, EPA, and OSHA standards. Manages long-term infrastructure investment strategies and planning. Leads process optimization, staffing, and emergency preparedness. Collaborates with Engineering, Environmental Compliance, and Lab Divisions. Supports Director of Utilities in budgeting, reporting, and capital planning. Acts as an overall coordinator between consulting firms, utility companies, and contractors. Manages all projects from their design phase through construction.

Essential duties and responsibilities include :

Directs and supervises the daily operations of superintendents and personnel at water and wastewater treatment facilities.
Analyzes performance data and monitors operational KPIs.
Ensures regulatory, safety, environmental compliance through proactive supervision and decision-making.
Leads the implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), maintenance schedules, and plant optimization strategies.
Assists in directing and managing the capital improvements for the Utilities Department providing for ongoing annual evaluation of infrastructure condition reports and new facility needs.
Assists in directing and managing the administrative functions of the department inclusive of the development and enforcement of policies and procedures for the annual current budget.
Evaluates the implementation of the work plan, assignments, employee training and established work schedules.
Assists in the evaluation and analysis of water and wastewater system status and directs and manages the implementation strategic measures to monitor, rehabilitate and / or replace aged infrastructure.
Assists in managing the Master Planning process by providing direction to professional services consultants.
Supervises the Engineering division within the Utilities Department; recommends hiring and training of division personnel.
Responsible for planning and organizing the improvements of the water and wastewater systems.
Prepares and implements a 10-year Capital Improvement Program.
Coordinates with Engineering staff, consulting groups, and the City to ensure long-range demands anticipated and all facilities constructed to meet current and future demands.
Works with the City Engineer in planning and developing the Storm Water Master Plans / Drainage Master Plans on Watershed basis.
Oversees the plat approval review process by the Engineering Division staff.
Prepares, administers, and monitors the annual budget for the operations of the Engineering Division and the Utilities Department's capital budget.
Acts as an overall coordinator between the Engineering Division staff and the City as well as utility companies, consulting firms, and contractors.
Prepares City Council agenda items for the Engineering Division and makes presentations to City Council as required.
Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Competencies for successful performance of job duties include :

Knowledge of basic accounting practices for project cost estimating.

Knowledge of the Rules and Regulations under the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).

Knowledge of the principles and methods of administration, organization, and supervision.

Knowledge of the appropriate communication procedures under municipal government.

Knowledge of contractual documents and their interpretation.

Knowledge of necessary employment needs for operation of water and wastewater treatment, distribution, and collection facilities.

Knowledge of Asset Management and the effective administration of such projects.

Skilled in the use of a personal computer and its software to produce usable documents.

Skilled in the management and supervisory techniques of working with management staff and labor personnel.

Skilled in communicating project status to Director, City Managers, and members of the City Council.

Skilled in the coordination and cooperation with staff members of all city departments for the efficient operation of city business.

Skilled in training and teaching of management techniques to subordinates.

Ability to administer a project for its planning stages to final completion.

Ability to negotiate terms of a contract for the benefit of the city.

Ability to review and understand levels of performance in water and wastewater system benchmarking.

Ability to discuss and communicate in technical capacity with consulting professional services personnel.

Ability to communicate technical information to subordinates and lay personnel.

Ability to motivate and lead a group of personnel to the effective completion of a project.

Ability to train and improve qualifications and skills of subordinate personnel.

Ability to effectively work with consulting firms in completion of projects.

Ability to establish cooperation within different departments.

Ability to prepare, review, and interpret environmental plans and engineering specifications.

Ability to plan and supervise the work of designated subordinates engaged in the Utilities Department.

Ability to interpret repair and replacement schedules for infrastructure needs and provide change recommendations.

Ability to develop repair to replacement calculations for infrastructure improvement strategies.

Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.

Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.

Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language.

Ability to comply and make independent decisions in accordance with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.

Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.

Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.

Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.

Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.

Ability to perform strenuous work and routine work.

Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.

Physical Effort Requirements :

Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.

Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and / or hazards. Occasional outside work.

Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and / or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and / or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Work Environment Locations :

Seldom : Confined space, Warehouse environment.

Sometimes : Outdoor environment, Street environment (near moving traffic), Construction site.

Frequently : Vehicles.

Often : Office or similar indoor environment.

Exposures :

Seldom : Individuals who are hostile or irate, Individuals with known violent backgrounds, Extreme cold, Communicable diseases, Moving mechanical parts, Fumes or airborne particles, Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances.

Sometimes : Extreme heat, Loud noises.

Travel :

Sometimes : Regional travel, National travel.

Seldom : International travel.

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, or related field.

At least seven (7) years of experience in water / wastewater treatment technologies and biological / chemical processes of which at least three (3) years are in a supervisory capacity.

Valid Licenses and Certifications :

Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

Preferred Licenses or Certifications :

Water System Operator & Wastewater Operator License

The City of Laredo provides a benefit compensation package that includes the following for all Full-time regular employees :

10 days of paid vacation per year

6 1 / 2 days sick leave per year

Pension plan

16 paid Holidays

Paid health

Dental plan

Life insurance

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