Water Quality & Compliance Supervisor

Water Quality & Compliance Supervisor

The City of Avondale is currently seeking a Water Quality & Compliance Supervisor to join the Public Works Department.

The Water Quality & Compliance Supervisor performs professional level supervisory duties for the Public Works Department in the areas of water quality, permit compliance, pretreatment, cross connection control and stormwater. This position oversees staff and activities within the division including planning, scheduling, coordination, administrative duties and adherence to safety policies.

Under general supervision of the Water Resources Manager, the position is responsible for establishing goals and objectives for the division and ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local water regulatory requirements, including but not limited to, the Safe Drinking Water Act, Clean Water Act, Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4), Arizona Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (AZPDES) and Aquifer Protection Permit (APP).

Work functions include program development and management, assistance with code and permit development, budget tracking, compliance software management, water quality reporting, development of operational strategies, employee supervision, public education and any duties assigned.

The Water Quality and Compliance Supervisor serves as a liaison to other City divisions and departments, contractors, consultants, customers and vendors. The position is required to independently interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, statutes and policies. The incumbent will research, analyze and prepare program data for compliance. The position will evaluate, interpret and comply with Federal, State, and County requirements as they pertain to environmental programs and management.

Analyzes, monitors, updates and maintains data and documentation as required to maintain compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations. Ensures the City meets all requirements and maintains compliance with legislation such as the Safe Drinking Water Act and the Clean Water Act. Oversees compliance sampling, testing, quality assurance, reporting, implementation of SOPs and compliance strategies to ensure the accurate and timely completion of compliance activities.

Oversees the development and implementation of the pretreatment program, cross-connection control program and stormwater program. Guides the development of codes and code revisions, SOPs, permit applications, compliance software and process improvements for these programs.

Leads or contributes to the reporting and renewal efforts for critical permits and/or reports on City operations with respect to water quality. Expected permits and reports include, but are not limited to, the AZPDES Permit, Aquifer Protection Permit, Discharge Monitoring Report, Self-Monitoring Report Form, Underground Storage Facility Permit, Water Storage Permits, Consumer Confidence Report, Annual Withdrawal Report and other permits/reports from entities such as, but not limited to, Central Arizona Project, Salt River Project, the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality and the Arizona Department of Water Resources.

Supervises and provides leadership to the Water Quality and Compliance staff, including Environmental Technicians and Environmental Coordinators. Participates in the staff hiring process, training and supervision of employees within the Water Quality and Compliance Division. Provides employee performance reviews, mentorship, education and makes improvement recommendations, as required. Encourages employee development opportunities where available.

Plans and prioritizes divisional goals, with an emphasis on developing staff to take ownership and accountability for their respective programs. Prioritizes and promotes safety and working in a safe manner with members of the Water Quality and Compliance team and with others working in and for the City.

Monitors existing and proposed changes to water quality statutes, rules, regulations and policies to determine the potential impact on the City. Reviews City policies and procedures and ensures compliance by making appropriate adjustments. Establishes guides and…