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NEOGOV · 4 months ago

Superintendent of Water Distribution-Open Competitive Exam

Rochester, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$75K/yr - $99K/yr

7+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a Superintendent of Water Distribution for the City of Rochester, NY. This managerial position is responsible for the control and distribution of water supplies and oversees the construction, maintenance, and repair of the municipal water distribution system.

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Responsibilities

Directs staff in implementing and enforcing the policies and procedures of the Water Distribution Division

Schedules and supervises the construction and repair of water facilities

Confers with and advises administrative personnel on matters concerning water supply, water pressure and water quality

Directs and supervises emergency water grid repairs often providing an on-site presence to provide necessary coordination with other City Bureaus and appropriate governmental agencies

Enforces disciplinary procedures and participates in grievance and arbitration hearings in compliance with union contracts, City procedures and legal requirements

Identifies training needs and either conducts or secures trainers for training topics related to work methods, equipment operation, and safety practices

Supervises the assignment of personnel for specific jobs and programs

Supervises the allocation of material and equipment in close coordination with the Parts and Materials Manager

Writes a variety of reports, memos, summaries and correspondence

Implements and enforces City and Bureau safety policy through regular inspections of construction sites, facilities, and equipment

Provides field supervision for the purpose of project oversight often conferring with contractors, utility representatives, engineers and others doing work which may affect the water distribution system

Confers with administrative personnel about routine personnel issues and other administrative activities

Authorizes activities, overtime, emergency scheduling and special programs to address water system problems and emergencies

Assists the Manager of Water Distribution in the preparation of the division’s annual budget, controlling of expenditures, monitoring of staffing, and review and authorization of contracts and purchases

Qualification

Water Distribution SystemsSupervisory ExperienceMechanical EngineeringCivil EngineeringHydraulic EngineeringBackflow Prevention LicenseTechnical Information InterpretationScheduling WorkAdministrative Supervision

Required

High school diploma or G.E.D

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Hydraulic Engineering, or closely related field, PLUS four (4) years of experience in the operation and maintenance of a municipal water distribution system, AND three (3) years of supervisory experience

Associate's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Hydraulic Engineering, or a closely related field, PLUS five (5) years of experience as described in 1. above, AND three (3) years of supervisory experience

Six (6) years of experience as described in 1. above, AND three (3) years of supervisory experience

Possession of a valid New York State Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's license at time of appointment and throughout employment

Possession of a New York State Backflow Prevention Device Tester License within one year of appointment