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NEOGOV · 4 months ago

Assistant Superintendent of Water Distribution- Open Competitive Exam

Rochester, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$69K/yr - $91K/yr

5+ years exp

City of Rochester (NY) is seeking an Assistant Superintendent of Water Distribution to oversee the day-to-day operation of the water distribution system. This role includes supervising staff, managing operations related to water facilities, and ensuring compliance with safety policies.

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Responsibilities

Supervises staff in assigned area of responsibility: grid repair, technical support, meter services, or hydraulic maintenance

Makes recommendations for hiring, firing, and promotions; conducts disciplinary actions and performance evaluations; completes productivity reports

Recommends changes in personnel assignments, types and uses of equipment, and organizational structures designed to meet changing conditions and improve operating efficiency

Compiles performance indicators and productivity figures and assists in budget compilation

Coordinates and directs customer service requests for checking poor water pressure, dirty water, leaking water meters, and other water-related problems

Trains staff to ensure correct operating procedures are used and appropriate safety policies and procedures are adhered to

Keeps and processes employee time and work records

Performs field investigations, inspections, and testing in the area of responsibility

Prepares written reports on activities in the area of responsibility

Determines the severity of water distribution problems and determines how to deal with them

Coordinates work activities with personnel in other sections of the Water Bureau, the Department of Environmental Services, and other jurisdictions

Reviews installation work of private contractors for conformity with specifications

Prepares requisitions and bid specifications in coordination with the Parts and Materials Manager to maintain adequate levels of new and replacement parts, tools, equipment, printed materials, and other related water materials

Implements and enforces City and Bureau safety policy through training, regular review of activities and equipment, and regular meetings with subordinates

Qualification

Water Distribution SystemsSupervisory ExperienceMechanical EngineeringCivil EngineeringHydraulic EngineeringBackflow Prevention LicenseCustomer Service CoordinationField InvestigationsSafety Policy EnforcementTechnical Report Writing

Required

High school diploma or G.E.D

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Hydraulic Engineering, or closely related field, PLUS three (3) years of experience in the operation and maintenance of a municipal water distribution system, AND two (2) years of supervisory experience

Associate's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Hydraulic Engineering, or a closely related field, PLUS four (4) years of experience as described in 1. above, AND two (2) years of supervisory experience

Five (5) years of experience as described in 1. above, AND two (2) 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