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NEOGOV · 3 months ago

Wastewater Collection System Manager

Missoula, Montana

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$77K/yr - $89K/yr

7+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a Wastewater Collection System Manager to lead the operation of Missoula’s wastewater collection systems. This role involves overseeing daily operations, managing a team, ensuring regulatory compliance, and coordinating construction projects to protect public health and the environment.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Oversee the coordination and progress of daily wastewater collection system operations and maintenance functions, including installation, maintenance, and repairs on components of collection system equipment, inspections, testing, data collection, verifying sewer connections, etc

Supervise and direct employees, including assigning and reviewing work, performance evaluations, and training; provide recommendations in hiring, discipline, and termination decisions; provide support by correcting deficiencies, and building strengths to ensure effective working relationships

Ensure safe operation of equipment and safety training of employees

Participate in the development and management of various collection system construction projects

Oversee projects performed by outside contractors to ensure compliance of standards and regulations. implement and oversee restoration of private property damaged by City sewer repairs

Perform preventative maintenance and inspections of collection system components; complete DEQ documentation and reporting of SSO events

Provide verification of sewer connections, reviewing for accuracy and correcting errors

Respond to questions, concerns, and other inquiries from customers, consultant, contractors, etc

Draft contracts, agreements, and letters to contractors and/or homeowners regarding city ordinances on STEP systems and manholes

Administer dye tests and camera inspections; schedule appointments, prepare documents, and maintain data and records regarding compliance and verifications; assist customers with failed dye tests, proving connections, and sewer back-up claims

Ensure work orders are entered accurately and reports obtained to maintain compliance

Prepare, update, and submit labor and equipment costs for Collection work; prepare year-end reports, graphs, data, maintenance history reports and presentations used for budget, engineer requests, and maintenance; track annual repair costs on manholes, lift stations, sewer mains, and STEP systems

Coordinate with Stormwater regarding various storm issues; provide maintenance information and storm reports for DEQ

Provide support in locating and marking sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and traffic signals

Assist in the development of annual operating and capital budget

Communicate collection needs, problems, and concerns with the Wastewater Collection Superintendent

Maintain inventory, order parts and supplies, schedule vehicle maintenance

Other duties as assigned, based on training and qualifications

Qualification

Wastewater collection managementStaff supervisionProject managementSafety trainingRegulatory complianceBudget managementData reportingCustomer serviceMicrosoft 365Communication skillsProblem-solvingTeam collaboration

Required

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to seven (7) years of wastewater related operations and maintenance, and underground utility construction experience, or another relevant field

Must have a valid Montana driver's license with a verified acceptable driving record, or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire

Benefits

Market-Competitive Salary

Work/life balance, including the possibility of flexible schedules and remote work opportunities

$0 premium for health and dental coverage for employees and affordable premiums for family coverage

$10,000 Employer-sponsored Accidental Death and Dismemberment Life Insurance Policy

Options for supplemental life, disability, critical illness, and accident

Constitutionally guaranteed retirement plan with the City contributing 8.77% of salary on your behalf and the ability to contribute to a supplemental deferred compensation program

Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Pre-tax flexible spending accounts

The City of Missoula may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness.