What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wastewater Deputy Superintendent position at CITY OF WESTFIELD MA?
WASTEWATER DEPUTY SUPERINTENDENT City of Westfield - Wastewater
Treatment Plant GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervises, plans and directs the operation, maintenance and repair of
the wastewater treatment facility and pump stations. Assists in
budgetary and personnel matters. Supervises all areas of computerized
systems. Assumes responsibilities of Superintendent in his/her absence.
SUPERVISION: Reports to and is supervised by the Director of Public
Works, who is the appointing authority for the position. The Deputy
Superintendent is the direct supervisor of the water recovery
supervisor, the industrial pretreatment coordinator, and all labor
Service Positions Within The Department. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions or duties listed below are
intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be
performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not
exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a
logical assignment to the position. Provides supervisory advice and
assistance in the solution of difficult, unusual or emergency
operational, maintenance and repairs problems. Develops computerized
systems to gather, monitor, safeguard and report budgetary and process
data. Investigates, purchases and implements data processing software
and hardware. Maintains and oversees computerized SCADA and alarm system
connecting 18 pumping stations. Monitors and adjusts daily plant
operations to meet NPDES and MA DEP permit limits. Prepares state and
federal discharge monitoring reports. Investigates new technology which
may improve all aspects of plant operation. Serves as contact person for
special projects. Coordinates activities, assets and employees between
department divisions. Meets with state, local and federal officials as
needed. Attends meetings and seminars to collect and filter information
on operational related topics. May be assigned any other
responsibilities and duties designated by the Director of Public Works.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Able to read and interpret written
information, including blueprints and PID\'s. Thorough knowledge of
duties required of a municipal wastewater division. Follows policies and
procedures; supports organization\'s goals and values; supports and
respects diversity. Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits
sound and accurate judgment; makes timely decisions. Meets productivity
standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase
productivity; works quickly, but safely and efficiently. Observes safety
and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond
guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and
materials properly. Generates suggestions for improving work. EDUCATION
AND EXPERIENCE: College degree in Engineering or Sciences preferred in
wastewater treatment or closely related field or any combination of
education and experience. Massachusetts Grade 6 Wastewater Operators
License required. Working knowledge of DOS, Windows, Excel, SCADA and
Word Software. Knowledge of Federal and State regulations. Valid
Massachusetts Class D driver\'s license.
Treatment Plant GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervises, plans and directs the operation, maintenance and repair of
the wastewater treatment facility and pump stations. Assists in
budgetary and personnel matters. Supervises all areas of computerized
systems. Assumes responsibilities of Superintendent in his/her absence.
SUPERVISION: Reports to and is supervised by the Director of Public
Works, who is the appointing authority for the position. The Deputy
Superintendent is the direct supervisor of the water recovery
supervisor, the industrial pretreatment coordinator, and all labor
Service Positions Within The Department. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions or duties listed below are
intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be
performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not
exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a
logical assignment to the position. Provides supervisory advice and
assistance in the solution of difficult, unusual or emergency
operational, maintenance and repairs problems. Develops computerized
systems to gather, monitor, safeguard and report budgetary and process
data. Investigates, purchases and implements data processing software
and hardware. Maintains and oversees computerized SCADA and alarm system
connecting 18 pumping stations. Monitors and adjusts daily plant
operations to meet NPDES and MA DEP permit limits. Prepares state and
federal discharge monitoring reports. Investigates new technology which
may improve all aspects of plant operation. Serves as contact person for
special projects. Coordinates activities, assets and employees between
department divisions. Meets with state, local and federal officials as
needed. Attends meetings and seminars to collect and filter information
on operational related topics. May be assigned any other
responsibilities and duties designated by the Director of Public Works.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Able to read and interpret written
information, including blueprints and PID\'s. Thorough knowledge of
duties required of a municipal wastewater division. Follows policies and
procedures; supports organization\'s goals and values; supports and
respects diversity. Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits
sound and accurate judgment; makes timely decisions. Meets productivity
standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase
productivity; works quickly, but safely and efficiently. Observes safety
and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond
guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and
materials properly. Generates suggestions for improving work. EDUCATION
AND EXPERIENCE: College degree in Engineering or Sciences preferred in
wastewater treatment or closely related field or any combination of
education and experience. Massachusetts Grade 6 Wastewater Operators
License required. Working knowledge of DOS, Windows, Excel, SCADA and
Word Software. Knowledge of Federal and State regulations. Valid
Massachusetts Class D driver\'s license.