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City of Garland · 1 week ago

Managing Director of Water and Wastewater

Garland, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

City of Garland is responsible for managing water utilities and wastewater services, and they are seeking a Managing Director to oversee these divisions. The role involves planning, implementing, and directing all activities related to water and wastewater, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining effective public relations.

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Responsibilities

Establish departmental goals, long-range plans, objectives, policies, directives, regulations and standard operating procedures based upon the needs of the City and the Water Utilities and Wastewater divisions

Represent the City at local, state and national organizations and at professional activities to maintain the image of the City and to create public support for departmental programs

Direct and develop long- and short-range plans for capital improvement projects. Plan and monitor projects through meetings with City staff, architects, engineers, contractors, citizens, and others

Maintain effective public relations and handle community issues in a tactful and courteous manner

Oversee and approve the annual budget for the Water Utilities and Wastewater divisions. Prepare cost estimates to plan and provide improvements to utility lines, plant facilities, etc

Direct the operations of each division to assure that the desired level of service is being provided. Train and develop department personnel to ensure adequate knowledge of current water utilities procedures and methods as defined by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality

Remain abreast of new developments in Federal, State and local laws and regulations

Objectively review and handle citizen inquiries as needed

Assess staffing needs through analysis of organizational structure, management and leadership development

Respond to all special research requests and coordinate responses with the City Manager and/or City Council to provide accurate and timely results

Qualification

Water/Wastewater UtilitiesManagement ExperienceLicensed Professional EngineerTCEQ Class C LicenseUtility Operations KnowledgeMicrosoft OfficePublic RelationsCommunication Skills