WWTP Operational Supervisor

Applications received through Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at 4:30 PM will receive priority first review. This position will remain opened until filled but may be closed at any time a qualified candidate is selected.

Under general direction, plans, organizes and coordinates the operational activities of the City’s Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant; ensures requirements and permits are in compliance with local, state and federal agencies; supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned staff; is responsible for planning and scheduling the work of assigned staff; implements the WWTP’s safety program, nurturing a culture of safety first; implements programs, policies and procedures that create efficient operations and fiscal responsibility.

This position may perform the duties of the WWTP Manager during their absence.

The Edmonds Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) is a regional facility. The plant maintains an accredited laboratory where the chemical, physical, and bacteriological processes that treat the wastewater are analyzed. The majority of staff require specialized training, knowledge, experience, and certifications. Based on need, the plant is staffed 14 to 24 hours/day, 365 days/year.

New hires generally start between $9,515.00 and $10,490.50 per month. Placement within the position’s full wage scale is based on qualifications and professional experience. The full wage scale for this position is between $9,515.00 and $12,750.50 per month.

The City of Edmonds is a beautiful community on the Puget Sound waterfront with a population of 43,510 () and is the gateway to the Olympic peninsula via the state ferry system. Edmonds provides a full range of services, including contracted fire services, police services, a municipal court, a community pool, a regional performing arts facility, public works and utilities, a regional wastewater treatment facility, along with community events and services through our Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services Department.

Six department directors report directly to the Mayor and oversee approximately 264 full–time-equivalent employees.

The following duties are not intended as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position‑specific duties.

• Plan, organize, and coordinate a variety of programs, projects and activities as assigned by the Manager related to the operation and maintenance of the City’s wastewater treatment plant.
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of daily facility Operations staff, ensuring operational targets are met; schedule staff and assign shifts to ensure adequate coverage; provide coaching, technical training, and development opportunities; manage performance and recommend corrective action, if needed.
• Promote a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Act as management lead on the WWTP safety committee.
• Supervise confined space entry, chemical handling, operational safety, PPE, safety equipment, and spill response compliance.
• During periods of absence of WWTP Manager, assume Manager roles and responsibilities as assigned.
• Assure compliance with NPDES permit and all other regulatory requirements.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain a wide variety of reports, records and files related to assigned activities and personnel.
• Identify and troubleshoot operational issues and collaborate with Regulatory Supervisor on compliance‑driven changes.
• Review and process data, monitor results, develop operating strategies and procedures, troubleshoot problems, and identify and perform reactive operational adjustments.
• Provide input to the Manager for the O&M budget process, recommend and plan capital projects, control and authorize expenditures in accordance with established limitations.
• Serve as primary point of contact for Ecology, EPA, and regional agencies on compliance matters. Support the WWTP Manager in regulatory communications,…