Assistant Manager Wastewater Treatment Plant

Salary : $60,008.00 - $80,017.60 Annually
Location : Front Royal, VA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00214
Department: Public Works
Division: WWTP
Opening Date: 03/25/2026

The Town is seeking a passionate, experienced leader as the Assistant Manager for our Wastewater Treatment Plant. As the Assistant Plant Manager, you'll support the daily operations, personnel management, regulatory compliance, and long-term planning of the Wastewater Treatment Plant. You'll work closely with the Plant Manager to ensure optimal operations and help lead a team of dedicated Wastewater Treatment Plant operators committed to public health and environmental sustainability.

The Plant operates 24/7/365. A Virginia Class I Wastewater Operator License is required.
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Pay Range: $60,000 - $80,000 annually; negotiable based upon industry and management experience
Benefits:

• Health Insurance to include Dental, Vision & Wellness
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Plan through Virginia Retirement System
• Optional Pre-tax and Roth 457 account options
• Paid Time Off and 14 Observed Holidays
• Life, Disability, and supplemental insurances
• Tuition Assistance

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday, 6:00am - 2:30pm
• After-hours response for emergencies and/or inclement weather

The Town of Front Royal is an equal opportunity employer in all aspects of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, age, marital status, disability (physical/mental), family medical history, or genetic information, political affiliation, or veteran status. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.

• Assist the Plant Manager in the oversight, supervision, management, and coordination of the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plant; 24/7/365 operation.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with Federal, State, Local laws and regulations.
• Assist in the coordination of training for personnel in the operation of the WWTP, including equipment usage, laboratory procedures, safety procedures, and Town/department policies.
• Assist with performance management for personnel; coordinate professional development for licensure attainment, provide timely and constructive feedback; ensure performance evaluations completed; enforce disciplinary actions as warranted.
• Assist in the administration of the industrial pretreatment program; write industrial user permits; issue notice of violations and for permitted industrial users and implement surcharge billing.
• Prepare and maintain appropriate records and files.
• Plan, schedule, supervise, and participate in the work of plant operators and mechanics.
• Order and purchase supplies and material.
• Oversee regular testing and logging of same.
• Collect and perform analytical analysis on wastewater treatment samples; make repairs or calibrate analytical and plant monitoring equipment; make electrical and mechanical repairs on equipment; make repairs or calibrate electronic flow measuring devices; troubleshoot and make repairs on plant SCADA system.
• Communicate with State and Federal agencies regarding plant operations.
• Assist with the preparation and monitoring of the department's operating and capital budgets.
• Ensure proper safety practices are followed; provide employee safety training on VOSH requirements, laboratory procedures, and plant operations.
• Respond to after-hours emergency events.
• Perform related tasks as required.

Requirements

• Education:
  
  High School Diploma or GED
• Licensure:
  Valid Virginia Class I Wastewater Operator License;
  Valid Virginia driver's license
• Experience:
  
  Minimum five (5) years of related work experience; one (1) year of supervisory experience preferred
• CPR/First Aid certification required within six (6) months of hire

Qualifications

• Knowledge of operating characteristics and maintenance requirements of a wastewater treatment plant
• Knowledge of hydraulic, chemical, and mechanical principles pertinent to wastewater treatment plant operations
• Knowledge of occupational hazards of the work and of appropriate safety precautions
• Knowledge of routine laboratory procedures and determination of…