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NEOGOV · 14 hours ago

Wastewater Services Manager

McMinnville, OR

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$96K/yr - $144K/yr

10+ years exp

The City of McMinnville is in search of a Wastewater Services Manager. This role involves overseeing wastewater treatment and collection systems, managing budgets, and leading a team to ensure compliance with regulations and facility maintenance.

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Responsibilities

Serves as a member of the Public Works Department senior management team

Prepares initial operating budget, including documentation for Wastewater Services funds

Administers the approved budget and oversees maintenance and monitoring of budgetary controls

Participates in city-wide long-term planning

Assists in the development of potential capital projects and estimates costs for budget requests

Reviews development proposals and plans as well as capital project plans and provides recommendations to other divisions

Maintains written records and prepares reports regarding work activities and material usage

Oversees the processes and maintenance of various records (e.g., accounts payable, personnel training, payroll, etc.) and ensures record keeping is alignment with City policy and State law

Ensures materials for ongoing operations and planned projects are available for planned work

Responds to various questions that arise at the work site, resolves problems, provides technical assistance, and makes decisions within policy guidelines

Recommends and revises administrative policies as appropriate and recommends changes in legislative rules and regulations to the Director

Responds to public inquiries related to Wastewater through verbal and written communication

Reviews questions and concerns relative to current policies and rules

Oversees facility maintenance programs for assigned facilities including preventive maintenance and replacement schedules

Prepares meeting materials/presentations for various public meetings and attends citizen meetings as needed

Assists with SCADA upgrades, PLC logic changes and other software program updates

Completes State and federal mandatory monthly discharge monitoring reports (DMR’s)

Manages contracts related to Wastewater operations such as consulting contracts, construction contracts, and service contracts, including obtaining quotes, bids and requests for proposals

Prepares and reviews specifications and requests for bids on materials and equipment purchases

Reviews and monitors contractor progress, provides site inspections and recommends modifications

Researches materials, projects, and equipment specifications to develop procurement documents

Develops specifications and coordinates various contract documents, including communicating with stakeholders and acquiring legal review

Notifies the Public Works Director and City Manager of unusual or emergency situations that are or are likely to occur and recommends responses. Provides updates during and debriefs following emergency situations

Ensures division response plans and training programs are current and participates in emergency management training exercises. Ensures material supplies for emergency responses are on hand, and that the City has access to additional supplies

Resolves problems with flooding by coordinating maintenance activities, reviewing, and investigating flooding issues, recommending solutions, and coordinating storm cleaning and maintenance efforts with Public Works Operations Division

Responds to occasional after-hours emergencies

Manages, coordinates, and supervises the work of direct reports

Interviews and recommends hiring, disciplinary, and termination actions

Establishes goals, priorities, and metrics in alignment with the city’s goals and objectives

Establishes individual performance expectations and objectives for direct reports

Selects, supports, and motivates staff

Provides and coordinates staff training and supports professional development goals

Oversees workplace safety programs and policies

Conducts performance review meetings and produces written performance evaluation documents

Provides coaching for performance improvement and takes appropriate disciplinary action, up to and including termination, to address performance deficiencies

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other agencies, and the public

Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the classification

Participate in committees when requested

Maintain proficiency in job requirements which may include attending training and meetings, reading materials, and meeting with others in areas of responsibility, which may require travel

Maintain work areas in a clean and orderly manner

Maintain confidentiality, data integrity, and comply with all related city, state, and federal standards related to confidentiality

Qualification

Wastewater treatment systemsRegulatory complianceBudget managementSupervisory experienceSCADA systemsEmergency managementProject managementCustomer service orientationCultural competencyCommunication skillsProblem-solvingTeam leadership

Required

Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the duties as described

A typical way to qualify would be an advanced degree in a related field and at least 10 years of related experience including at least 3 years of supervisory and budget experience

Knowledge of primary, secondary, and tertiary wastewater treatment systems, equipment, and technology

Knowledge of wastewater conveyance systems, maintenance requirements, and pretreatment requirements

Knowledge of personnel practices and supervisory principles

Knowledge of program budget management

Knowledge of state, federal, and local regulations regarding wastewater conveyance, treatment, and water quality standards

Knowledge of laboratory procedures used in sewage analysis

Knowledge of sewage facility engineering

Knowledge of chemical, biological, and physical processes involved in activated sludge treatment including nutrient removal

Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions related to wastewater treatment

Skill and ability to develop policies and procedures

Skill and ability to develop program goals, objectives, and strategies

Skill and ability to identify problems, research, and analyze relevant information, and develop and present recommendations and justifications for solutions

Skill and ability to exemplify traits that reflect the City's culture, including integrity, customer service orientation, cultural competency, trustworthiness, flexibility, and a willingness to change

Oregon Wastewater Treatment System Grade IV (or must obtain Grade IV within one year of hire)

Wastewater Collections Grade IV (or must obtain Grade IV within one year of hire)

Must complete confined space entry safety training within six months of date of hire

Must complete HAZMAT training within one year of date of hire

Must obtain CPR/First Aid Certificate

A class C driver's license valid in the State of Oregon