JOB
Howard CountyConveniently located in the heart of central Maryland between Baltimore and Washington, Howard County offers the charm of a historic past mixed with the excitement of a cosmopolitan community.Howard County GovernmentHoward County Government is a leader in innovation, sustainability, and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live and work in the country. In 2023, Howard County Government received a record-breaking 51 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo) – the most in the state of Maryland. NACo is the leading organization representing county-level government operations. These awards recognize innovative and transformative programs that provide new services for county residents, improve existing programs, upgrade working conditions, and enhance citizen participation and public policymaking. What are we looking for? We are looking for outstanding individuals to join our team and contribute to excellence in Howard County operations. What you'll like most about working at Howard County Government: We are committed to workplace excellence in every area of County government. We have a highly talented, diverse, and inclusive workplace. Your input will not only be heard, but it will be encouraged! We offer competitive compensation and great benefits including medical, retirement, and wellness programs. As a member of the Howard County Government team, you'll be helping drive our culture and directly impact what makes us an amazing place to work.POSITION SUMMARY: The Deputy Bureau Chief of Utilities is located in Department of Public Works, Bureau of Utilities and will manage the technical/engineering aspects of the Bureau of Utilities as well as the support functions to include operational budgeting and accounting for the Utility Fund and purchasing for the Bureau. This position performs the duties of the Bureau Chief of Utilities during their absence. CLASS DESCRIPTION: Performs mid-management level and advanced engineering and/or architectural work under general supervision from an administrative or technical superior. Work involves managing the administrative, technical and budgetary affairs of a division or overseeing the activities of the Bureau of Facilities. Work includes preparing and maintaining an operating budget; projecting manpower needs, materials, and equipment; plans review, and resolving the most difficult engineering and/or architectural design problems.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.Act on behalf and for the Bureau Chief of Utilities in every facet of that job including water and wastewater system operations and maintenance, wastewater treatment, planning, emergency response, budgeting and accounting.Responsible for the engineering supervision of the daily water and sewer system operation, to include resolution of problems.Coordinates the preparation of the Water and Sewer Master Plan, participates in water and sewer capital project implementation, and prepares and monitors annual operating budget.Oversees the preparation and submittal of the yearly water audit.Performs system analysis each year to determine if there is a need to increase water and sewer rates.Coordinates water and wastewater payments and billing between Howard County, Baltimore County, Baltimore City and Anne Arundel County.Coordinates the purchasing, accounting, and budgeting function for the Bureau.Manages the Bureau's emergency response and planning programs related to homeland security.This position is considered emergency personnel, and, as such, the incumbent may be required to report for regular work shift during inclement weather, or then when an emergency situation arises.Manages subordinate personnel that are responsible for the water and sewer daily systems operations and inspections, budgeting, purchasing, accounting and other support activities for the Bureau. Oversees the Bureau's Capacity Management, Operations and Maintenance (CMOM) program as well as oversight of the Bureau's Supervisor Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
State of Maryland Registered Professional Engineer and/or State of Maryland Licensed Architect.