Water​/Wastewater Plant Superintendent

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Performs complex technical, administrative, and professional work planning, organizing, and directing the operations of the water and wastewater treatment plant within the Water Resources Department.

An employee in this class is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the operations of water and wastewater treatment plants to ensure the safe, efficient, and regulatory-compliant treatment of drinking water and wastewater for the citizens of the City. The employee provides technical advice and assistance to the Water Resources Director in long‑range planning, plant construction and improvements, treatment capacity management, environmental and regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, maintenance activities, and coordination with customers and regulatory agencies related to water and wastewater treatment operations.

Work includes treatment process oversight, regulatory compliance, plant maintenance, laboratory coordination, supervision of treatment plant personnel, and planning for delivery services to present and future customers. Work is performed under general supervision and reviewed by observation, conference, and reviewing records for adherence to standards, instructions, and clear safety practices.

• Plans, organizes, and directs the work of the division engaged in the operational, maintenance, of water treatment and wastewater treatment systems; ensures compliance with state and federal permits and regulations.
• Plans, organizes, and directs the construction and maintenance of water and wastewater treatment facilities.
• Participates with management in planning for water and wastewater treatment services for the City; inspects treatment plant facilities, processes, and equipment to determine operational adequacy and effectiveness; develops and implements recommendations for plant improvements, upgrades, and expansions to meet current and future treatment demands; and manages contracts or in‑house personnel involved in treatment plant construction, maintenance, and capital improvement projects.
• Prepares and administers water and wastewater treatment plant budgets in consultation with the Director; prepares bid specification, analyzes bid proposals, and recommends bid awards for services and equipment; oversees a variety of contracts for adherence to specifications, quality, and timeliness; obtains quotes and requisitions equipment, materials, supplies, and chemicals.
• Interviews and selects treatment plant personnel in consultation with the Director; recommends promotions, merit pay and recommends necessary disciplinary actions; establishes and locates appropriate training programs; ensures the use of appropriate safety precautions and equipment; communicates, motivates, coaches and reviews subordinate employee work for maximum productivity.
• Coordinates the operations of the water and wastewater treatment plants with other City departments and other related local, state, federal and utility organizations.
• Coordinates with engineers on design and construction of infrastructure; plans, organizes, and monitors a variety of contracted work; coordinates with engineers, citizens, and contractors; makes field investigations of projects to review progress and ensure completion.
• Oversees proper employee and laboratory certification compliance; oversees compliance with various federal, state, and local environmental laws, regulations, and ordinances.
• Conducts studies and prepares reports on efficiency and effectiveness of methods, programs, policies, equipment, systems, and other related water and wastewater treatment plant activities.
• Develops in concert with management, communicates, and enforces departmental policies, standards, and procedures.
• Oversees the preparation and maintenance of reports, records, files, and necessary operating data and trends; conducts analysis and makes recommendations.
• Oversees, participates in and plans for changes in regulations regarding water, wastewater, safety and other related issues; participates with industry officials to influence professional standards and…