Wastewater Compliance Manager

Wastewater Compliance Manager

Salary includes a 4% general salary increase effective July 2025. Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Recruitment may close at any time without notice.

The City of Ontario Municipal Utilities Company is seeking a well‑qualified candidate to manage and oversee the Environmental Programs Division and ensure compliance with environmental regulations related to water and sewer operations. We look for a creative problem solver knowledgeable in federal, state, and local regulations; basic chemistry and math applied to potable and wastewater quality, recycled water, and drinking water standards.

The ideal candidate is dedicated to public service, possesses excellent oral and written communication skills, is customer‑service oriented, and demonstrates outstanding leadership. The successful applicant will embody the City’s mission and the qualities of a "Five Tool Player"—Leader, Thinker, Communicator, Operator, and Public Servant—and will reflect the City’s Customer Service Philosophy (Empathy, Respect, Problem Solving).

• Oversee the City’s National Pre‑Treatment and Fats‑Oils‑Grease programs.
• Collect and conduct research on environmental data; prepare technical reports, maps, and charts; develop recommendations.
• Review, interpret, and analyze new and proposed legislation; determine its effect on operations; implement compliance actions.
• Prepare requests for proposals, contract documents, and manage contractor relationships for environmental projects.
• Prepare grant applications for environmental funding; administer related grant programs.
• Participate in developing departmental goals, objectives, policies, and priorities.
• Supervise staff, including selection, assignments, performance evaluation, development, and disciplinary actions.
• Prepare budget recommendations, monitor personnel and service expenditures, and keep them within limits.
• Prepare and review reports for regulatory agencies, City administration, and City Council.
• Communicate and collaborate with agencies, county and state officials, and City departments.
• Participate in emergency response management.
• Respond to public inquiries and prepare related correspondence.

Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university in Chemical, Biological, Environmental Sciences, Environmental Engineering or a related field.

Two years of supervisory and management experience in environmental compliance related to utilities sewer collection operations and regulations, or a related field. Experience must include managing contracts.

Valid California Class C driver’s license with an acceptable driving record at the time of appointment and throughout employment.

Grade 3 certification in Water Distribution, Water Treatment, and/or Wastewater Collection. Grade 3 Certification in Environmental Compliance Inspection or a Cross Connection Control Specialist Certificate.

Apply online by clicking the "Apply" link at the top of this announcement. Include the following in your application:

• List any relevant experience and education that demonstrates qualification for the position.
• List all periods of employment for the past 10 years, beginning with your most recent or current employer (including employment with the City of Ontario).
• Separately list each position held, including different positions with the same employer.

NOTE: Transcripts from colleges, universities, or technical schools outside the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report will result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position.