Austin Water Operations & Maintenance Superintendent – Hornsby Bend Biosolids Management Plant

About This Position

For more than 100 years, Austin Water has provided safe, reliable, high-quality and affordable water services to our customers. Today, we serve more than 1 million people across 544 square miles in the Austin metropolitan area. As one of the fastest-growing cities in the country, we’re not just keeping up – we’re leading the way with sustainable infrastructure, advanced treatment technology, and environmental innovation.

Austin Water consistently ranks among the best in the country when it comes to water quality. We also treat, return, and recycle wastewater in ways that protect environmental resources. Austin Water exceeds federal and state requirements for clean water and environmental compliance at our water and wastewater treatment plants.

Purpose:

Working independently, this position organizes and manages the operations and maintenance of a water treatment plant, a wastewater treatment plant, multi-zone water distribution system, or wastewater collection system.

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Interprets and reviews compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and regulations. Monitors operational/mechanical expenditures. Evaluates bid proposals and recommends selection. Coordinates facility activities with system requirements. Coordinates operation/maintenance of treatment facilities, water distribution system, or wastewater collection system with engineers, other departments, contractors, State/Federal regulatory agencies, neighborhood associations, and citizens. Manages site requirements (noise, environment, security). Manages safety programs, including inspections/reporting. Manages regulatory requirements: EPA, TCEQ, Watershed Protection, and AFD.

Develops and recommends changes to operating procedures. Analyzes and interprets data and prepares reports, including performance measures. Prepares budget for facility. Provides technical advice to internal and external customers. Researches and responds to management and citizen questions.

Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities, including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of water treatment facilities, wastewater treatment facilities, multi-zone water distribution systems, or wastewater collection systems. Knowledge of EPA and regulatory requirements. Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws. Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.

Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation. Knowledge of supervisory/managerial techniques and principles. Skill in oral and written communication. Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing. Skill in using computers and related software. Skill in data analysis and problem solving. Skill in planning and organizing. Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities, Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.

Ability to meet and maintain driver eligibility standards detailed in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program.

Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field, plus four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in the management and operation of industrial…