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HOUSTON WATER OPERATIONS SECTION CHIEF

City of Houston, TX
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 10/31/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/31/2025

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested
Service Line/Section: Houston Water/Wastewater Operations
Reporting Location: 3005 Old Galveston Road
Workdays & Hours: Mondays - Fridays 6:30am- 3:00pm
  • Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Coordinates Houston Water operational services, facilities, and related activities. Assigns work to subordinate supervisory and technical personnel. Monitors work assignments for accuracy and adherence to pertinent regulatory/legal, technical, contractual, and procedural guidelines. Responds to citizens' complaints and inquiries; gives technical or procedural advice to personnel concerning special or unique issues; interprets policy, procedure and legal/regulatory requirements for employees and citizens. Analyzes methods and operations and recommends improvements. Makes recommendations for capital improvements. Ensures personnel receive appropriate safety training and supplies. Interviews and recommends selection of new employees, conducts performance appraisals, recommends disciplinary and/or performance counseling as appropriate, and ensures consistent application of personnel policies and procedures. Monitors assigned area employees attendance, punctuality, overtime, performance, etc. Conducts and prepares investigation reports for corrective actions.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The position is usually physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, and performing physical work. There will be times when physical output may be needed to address emergency situations. Work is both indoors and outdoors, especially when trouble shooting problems encountered by staff that require expertise and experience to resolve.

This is a Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management Position at the Tier I Level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a high school diploma or GED.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Five years of experience closely related to the activities of the section are required.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
May require a valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving. (AP 2-2)

Requires a valid Texas Class "B" Water Operator's certificate appropriate to position location, i.e. surface water, groundwater, maintenance wastewater plant, and wastewater. Class "A" Wastewater certificate may be required.

PREFERENCES

  • Preference will be given to individuals with an TCEQ issued Class A Wastewater License.
**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None
However, the department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: Yes
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade 22

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or please call 832.393.6020.

"If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-6020. (TTY 7-1-1)

"If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, with specific instructions, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.


Employer
City of Houston
Address

901 Bagby St

Houston, Texas, 77002

Website
https://www.houstontx.gov/

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