Water Production Section Manager

Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced leader to serve as the Section Manager of Water Production. The Water Production Section Manager position is responsible for overseeing the operations of two water production facilities (98 MGD, and 150 MGD). The Operations Group is made up of approximately 50 operations staff and is responsible for producing safe, high-quality drinking water and complying with all permit requirements for Drinking Water.

The Water Production Section Manager is responsible for the development and overall management of the operations budget at both facilities.

This is a unique opportunity to lead critical infrastructure operations, contribute to long-term asset sustainability, and drive transformative improvements in one of the largest water facilities in the region. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, project management, and technical expertise in facility operations. Experience with large-scale water production facilities, as well as a track record of successfully implementing asset management and information system improvements will be essential for success in this role.

• Manage support functions across two large water production facilities.
• Conduct weekly safety meetings, periodic EH&S audits, and ensure EPA/OSHA/State compliance.
• Maintain personal command of all facility permit requirements.
• Maintain Process Control Strategies, ensuring all SOPs are current, established, and actively used.
• Prepare and present reports on projects, budgets, and personnel.
• Conduct daily/weekly team briefings;
  Promptly report and provide updates to Department Leadership;
  Act as a liaison by communicating water production matters to other divisions, departments, and Gwinnett County citizens.
• Manage facility O&M and capital budgets.
• Work closely with the Central Laboratory to maintain QA/QC protocols and manage all regulatory data.
• Work collaboratively with Section Managers for Maintenance and Predictive Maintenance to optimize the operation and maintenance of the facilities and review/update procedures and guidelines for operations and maintenance employees.
• Utilize DWR’s in-house Employee Skills and Development (EDS) Program to track and maintain career paths for employees, manage performance, and support succession planning.
• Assist with developing the Capital Improvement Program and implementing the short-term and long-term rehabilitation and renewal programs.
• Benchmark facility performance, apply for state and EPA operational excellence awards, track industry trends, and develop improvement strategies.
• Create and maintain active Improvement Plan, track and act on suggestions, and manage capital forecasts.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Sciences, or a closely related field AND
• Eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience related to the area of assignment, including two (2) years' experience as a manager;
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above will also be considered.
• Georgia Class I Water Certification

The grade for this position is 108
. Salary will be dependent on education and experience. Effective 4/11/2023, this position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program.

Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law.

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