Water System Manager

Water System Manager

Category:
Department of Public Works

Department: DPW-Water

Locations:
Brockton, MA

Type:
Full-time

Position

About City of Brockton:

For nearly 200 years Brockton has retained its distinctive character as a complete community, and benefits from its role in the regional economy. It has excellent transportation access that links employment, employees, education, and services. While other communities in the Greater Boston area have become very expensive places to live or to conduct business, Brockton provides a high-quality alternative that is relatively affordable to all.

Brockton provides the benefits that arise from a culturally diverse population and the diversity of its employment base. This is a complete city - with its diverse places to work, study, shop, and live. The neighborhoods are compact, walkable, and endowed with a solid stock of housing. It has a remarkably varied and extensive network of open spaces, cultural and civic institutions.

Job Description:

SALARY: $87,105.00 - $ / annually

Position starts at a Step I. Salary is on an annual step increase basis to be awarded on the anniversary date in the position.

Bargaining Unit:
Department Head Union

REPORTS TO:

Works under the direction of the Commissioner of DPW

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
Under administrative direction, employee plans and prioritizes the majority of work independently, in accordance with standard practices and previous training. Employee is expected to solve most problems of detail or unusual situations by adapting methods or interpreting instructions accordingly.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various type 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 the position.

Supports the Water Commission in the management of the City's water system

Prepares for and facilitates the Water Commission monthly meetings

Maintains statistics and data in order to generate periodic reports and the Annual Statistical Report

Issues water permits and maintains a tracking system of all permits

Participates in the determination of water revenues and rates on an ongoing basis

Prepares the departmental budget, tracks expenditures and makes projections

Gathers data and information for and issues the consumers' confidence reports annually

Generates, prepares and submits monthly reports to be submitted to the state

Participates in regulatory actions as needed

Performs related work as required

Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED AT HIRE:

Must possess a valid driver's license

Massachusetts drinking Water Supply Facilities Distribution Operators license for a grade 4 facility

Education and Experience:

Graduate from an accredited four (4) year college or university with specialization in engineering; three to five years of responsible or any equivalent combination of education, training or experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of Water treatment and testing and water quality standards

Knowledge of State, DEP and Federal EPA regulations

Working knowledge of environmental health and safety relevant to water system operations

Knowledge and ability to interpret and develop plans and specifications utilizing relevant computer applications

Ability to interpret and apply federal, state and bylaw rules and regulations as applicable to engineering activities

Ability to maintain effective working and professional relationships with employees' officials, contractors, vendors and the general public

Ability to establish and maintain effective and harmonious working relationships with City officials and departments, state agencies and the general public

Ability to deal with employees tactfully and effectively and maintain positive public relations

Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form

Ability to prepare and administer budgets and to prepare financial reports

Ability to delegate responsibility and work well with subordinates

Demonstrated organizational, planning and financial skills

Additional Information:

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the City of Brockton, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

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