Utility Collection & Treatment Supervisor

GENERAL PURPOSE

Under general direction, plans, organizes, assigns, directs and evaluates the operations and maintenance of the City’s wastewater treatment plants, systems, facilities and related appurtenances in compliance with state and federal requirements; and performs related duties as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This position is responsible for planning, coordinating and directing all operations and maintenance activities for the City’s wastewater and water treatment systems, facilities and equipment, ensuring compliance with all federal and state environmental requirements. Responsibilities and assignments are broad in scope and require independent judgment on issues, which are complex, interpretive and evaluative in nature. The work of this class involves significant accountability and decision-making responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

• Plans, organizes, controls, integrates and evaluates the work of assigned staff; with staff, develops, implements and monitors work plans to achieve goals and objectives; develops and monitors performance against the annual department budget; supervises and participates in developing, implementing and evaluating plans, work processes, systems and procedures to achieve annual goals, objectives and work standards
• Directs and participates in analyses and prepares recommendations and reports on system operations and maintenance, regulatory compliance issues and requirements, capital development, staffing requirements and other technical and management issues; determines the time, equipment, material and personnel requirements for major projects
• Oversees and evaluates wastewater treatment plant and collection system operations to ensure compliance with federal, state and local requirements and to maintain processes at an optimal and cost-effective level; directs programs, projects and operational changes to meet these requirements; through subordinates, ensures operational status of the wastewater treatment plant and collection systems, facilities and processes; ensures treatment standards and goals are achieved through the proper operation and maintenance of facilities and equipment
• Monitors, researches, develops and recommends improvements, modifications, enhancements and changes to the plant’s process control and SCADA systems, collection system and lift stations
• Read and interpret technical illustrations, blueprints, maps, plans, specifications, wiring and pneumatic diagrams; perform computer calculations as necessary to determine operations parameters
• Prepares a variety of special and recurring studies and reports; develops recommendations to improve plant operations and efficiency; coordinates section activities with other departments and agencies
• Prepares and submits required regulatory reports to local municipalities and county, state and federal environmental agencies
• Represents the City at meetings with local municipalities and county, state and federal agencies to identify and resolve problems related to wastewater
• Reviews development and contractor plans for compliance with City standards and policies. 
• Personally responds to inquiries and complaints from the public 
• Interpret, explain and apply local, state and federal environmental protection requirements
• Ensures the City’s safety program and goals are implemented and carried out in the assigned areas of responsibility; develops and proposes safety requirements
• Provides technical assistance to staff
• Confers with and advises City staff regarding wastewater treatment-related needs and requirements. 
• Prepares requisitions for supplies, equipment, professional services and labor contracts
• Responds to emergency situations as necessary
• Develops, reviews and updates written operational and maintenance instructions and schedules.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City management, City officials, consultants and contractors, employees and others encountered in the course of work

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

High school or G.E.D. equivalent, and six years of increasingly responsible experience in the operation of a large wastewater collection and treatment system, at least five of which were at a lead level, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.  Valid Arizona driver’s license, Wastewater Treatment Operator’s Certificate, Grade IV at time of hire and Water Treatment Certificate, Grade IV, within 1 year of hire.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

College coursework or technical training in Water/Wastewater Technology, Sanitary Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, or Environmental Science and five years supervisory experience in the operation of large wastewater collection and treatment system.  Extensive knowledge of the principles, practices and methods of administering and operating a large, state-of-the-art wastewater and water treatment system; applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies; equipment and material requirements for system operations; construction management methods and techniques; safety regulations associated with wastewater treatment plant operations; principles and practices of budgeting and purchasing, including the preparation of bid specifications; records management requirements and procedures; the principles and practices of effective management and supervision; micro-computer applications related to the work, including modern, state-of-the-art process control and SCADA systems.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to walk; talk or hear in person; sit; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands or arms.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Mental Demands

While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use oral and written communication skills; read and interpret data, information and complex technical documents; analyze and solve problems; observe and interpret situations; use math and mathematical reasoning; learn and apply new skills or information; perform highly detailed work; work under changing and intensive deadlines with frequent interruptions; perform multiple, concurrent tasks; and interact with City officials, officials of other governmental agencies, consultants and contractors, employees and others encountered in the course of work.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee normally works under typical office conditions and is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions and wet or humid conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, in high, precarious places, and is exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes or airborne particles, sewage, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level is occasionally moderately loud.

FLSA Status:  Exempt

Revised: 08/05

DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS, ANY APPLICANT REQUIRING ACCOMMODATION FOR A DISABILITY SHOULD ADVISE THE HUMAN  RESOURCES DEPARTMENT.

Employment Hotline (Voice Only): 623-773-7105

Human Resources (Voice/TDD): 623-773-7100

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