Director of Utilities

JOB SUMMARY: The employee is under the direct supervision of the Mayor. This employee is directly responsible for the management of the Natural Gas operations, Water and Wastewater operations. This employee is responsible for the implementation and enforcement of the policies relevant to each department as adopted by the Mayor and City Council. The employee will operate an automobile and cellular phone for constant communication access.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Plans, develops, coordinates, administers and manages the departments providing water, sewer and natural gas services;
• Responsible for all facets of the Utility Dept which provide adequate, safe and efficient water, wastewater and natural gas services;
• Studies and performs strategic planning, organizing and coordinating of the activities of the water, sewer and natural gas departments and makes recommendations and decisions affecting and designed to improve the economy, efficiency and quality of same.
• Responsible for acquisition of natural gas supplies and purchase of natural gas for present and future use;
• Negotiates gas supply and disposition contracts and is responsible for maintaining and developing gas rates;
• Directs personnel. Performs managerial duties in accordance with department policies and applicable laws including interviewing, hiring, training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; corrective action, performance counseling and problem resolution.
• Assists in writing specifications, compiling cost estimates and recommendations to the Mayor and Council;
• Initiates and maintains contact with consultants and reviews their work for the City;
• Determines major departmental policies, plans long term programs and makes administrative decisions concerning construction of capital projects, reading and adjusting blue prints and outlining projects to conform to specifications;
• · Directs the keeping of records and supervises the preparation of necessary reports;
• Develops, revises and administers enterprise funds; monitors expenditures to ensure compliance within approved budgets; including the development and review of contractual specifications for bidding capital improvement projects and ensures the completion of capital improvement projects;
• Reviews all purchase order (PO) requisitions for materials required to operate the gas, water and sewer systems and revises annual bids used in the department;
• · Directs and performs inspections of contract work, determines compliance and recommends acceptance or non-acceptance of the work to the Mayor and Council;
• ·Assures that operations and procedures of the department comply with federal and state occupational health and safety regulations and maintains records n compliance to Federal, State and City regulations;
• · Responsible for adherence to OSHA/TOSHA regulations;
• · Maintains satisfactory public relations through courteous and prompt attention to complaints;
• · Performs other duties as may be directed by the Mayor and Council;

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• · Knowledge of modern management practices and techniques;
• · Knowledge of principles and practices of construction and maintenance supervision;
• · Knowledge of accepted construction principles and practices;
• · Knowledge of materials and equipment used in public works, and public utilities maintenance and construction work;
• · Knowledge of elementary principles and practices of civil engineering as it applies to construction and maintenance of water, sewer and gas utilities;
• · Knowledge of safety and OSHA/TOSHA regulations;
• · Knowledge of modern methods, materials and practices related to the operation, construction and maintenance of water distribution system, water plant, wastewater plant, and collection, gas purchasing and distribution systems;
• · Knowledge of laws and regulations regarding employee health, safety and employment practices;
• · Knowledge of state and federal laws governing labor practices, building codes, water and wastewater operations, and gas operations;
• · Intermediate computer skills in MicroSoft Office Suite
• · Ability to plan, organize, assign, supervise and inspect the work of subordinates;
• · Ability to maintain inventory control and administer appropriate purchasing policies and procedures;
• · Ability to implement innovative methods to provide more efficient and effective operations;
• · Ability to keep routine operational and personnel records and make reports;
• · Ability to express ideas and information clearly, concisely and effectively in writing and verbally;
• · Ability to develop sound plans for the future development of public utilities systems and other public facilities in relation to community needs;
• · Ability to analyze and recommend utility fees, charges, bond measures and financing options;
• · Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the members of the public, consultants, accountants, City Council and other city employees.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

· A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Industrial Management, Political Science, Civil Engineering or related field is required; AND/OR

· Eight years of work experience at a senior level in a combination of Public Works, Utilities operation and Management; AND

· A combined 5 years of experience in water treatment, water distribution, wastewater treatment, wastewater collections, natural gas operator qualifications, and OSHA

· Covered under RSPA regulations, which require pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing;

· An excellent work and attendance record;

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS:

· Valid driver’s license.

· Preferred certifications in: Water Treatment; Wastewater Treatment; Water Distribution System Operator; Wastewater Collections System Operator; Natural Gas Operator Qualifications and Engineering.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This employee will primarily work inside in an office environment, temperature controlled, well lit with low noise levels but occasionally works outdoors and may be exposed to machinery with moving parts, noise, fumes, and chemicals, extreme conditions of weather Employee must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Pay: $81,660.00 - $145,600.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $81,660 - $145,600