Filter Plant Manager

General Description

Join a team dedicated to delivering safe, reliable drinking water to the Green Bay community!

Green Bay Water Utility is seeking a Filter Plant Manager to lead the operations, maintenance, and regulatory compliance of our Filtration Plant. As the Filter Plant Manager, you will play a key leadership role in ensuring high-quality water treatment operations. You will oversee a skilled team including Technicians, Operators, and the Water Quality Coordinator while managing compliance, process optimization, capital planning, and long-term operational strategies.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. We invite candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply, knowing that unique perspectives enhance our service to the community.

Examples of Duties

• Supervises operation and maintenance of the Filtration Plant.
• Provides managerial direction and professional development guidance for all direct reports.
• Participates in Water Utility planning, policy, training, personnel, performance and evaluation processes.
• Prepares and administers Filtration Plant’s annual operating budget and long-range plans.

• Monitors plant operations for federal and state regulation compliance.
• Continuously reviews plant operations and processes and recommends improvements.
• Prepares documentation and reporting for regulatory compliance and data review.
• Reviews source monitoring (raw water and well) data and implements improvements to ensure high quality water source.
• Maintains Filtration Plant laboratory state certification for appropriate water specialties through supervisory efforts.
• Remains up-to-date on current and proposed federal and state regulatory compliance and implements finalized rules as appropriate.
• Reports potential regulatory impacts to Operations Manager and General Manager, as appropriate.
• Oversees Filtration Plant construction projects.
• Oversees required regulatory water sampling and testing.
• Supervises SCADA process and prepares reports using SCADA.
• Utilizes computer and related software to perform job duties.

• Perform related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications Required

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Engineering or related field.
• Six to eight years progressively responsible experience in operations and management of a Water Utility filtration facility. Valid and current State of Wisconsin Certification in Surface Water Treatment required.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of operation and maintenance of water treatment plants and water treatment systems. Considerable knowledge of operation design and principles. Considerable knowledge of water chemistry. Working knowledge of engineering design related to construction, operation, and maintenance of water facilities and equipment. Considerable knowledge of effective supervisory techniques and practices. Working knowledge of SCADA.
• Considerable skill in providing technical assistance to plant and laboratory operations and maintenance personnel. Considerable skill in capital planning and budgeting.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to proficiently utilize a computer and the required software. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, regulatory personnel, and the public, including the media. Ability to use time effectively and efficiently and is alert and responsible to anticipate problems. Ability to work the required hours of the position, including availability to work extended hours and after-hours call-ins as needed.

• Lift and/or carry up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds
• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, reaching and stooping.
• Occasional climbing of ladders.
• Occasional work in confined spaces.
• Ability to focus on projects for a long period of time.
• Ability to work in inclement conditions.