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Deputy Director, Water Services

FAMU National Alumni Association
Glendale, AZ Full Time
POSTED ON 5/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/7/2026
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Deputy Director, Water Services

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Description

The Water Services Deputy Director will assist the Water Services Director in planning, organizing, coordinating and managing the Water Services Department including water treatment, wastewater treatment, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, asset management, and infrastructure reliability, and, capital improvement program.

The ideal candidate for this role will be an experienced and collaborative executive who combines deep technical expertise with a strong leadership presence. They will be recognized for strategic thinking, sound judgment, and the ability to successfully lead a complex utility system in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment. This individual inspires confidence, builds strong relationships, and effectively balances operational demands with long-term planning to ensure reliable, high-quality water and wastewater services for the City of Glendale citizens.

Essential Functions

  • Assists the Director in directing the activities and staff of the Water Services Department; may act as the director in his/her absence.
  • Provides administrative and policy direction to superintendents and supervisors and resolves complex operational problems.
  • Plans, initiates, organizes, prioritizes and coordinates capitol improvement projects related to the activities of the Water Services department.
  • Assists the Director in establishing long and short-term goals and sets priorities for the assigned divisions.
  • Assists the Director in overseeing budget preparation, presents justification for budget requests, and monitors budget expenditures for operational efficiency.
  • Monitors legislation to ensure compliance with federal, county, and local laws and regulations. Researches and assists in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to facilitate Water Services operations and programs.
  • Communicates with city departments to determine changing needs and problems; coordinates departmental activities and explains departmental policies and procedures.
  • Requires driving to and from meetings in various locations and occasional field inspections.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Urban/Regional Planning, Geography, Public or Business Administration, Business Management or related field, and five years of progressively responsible experience including three years of supervisory experience.

Preferred candidates will have a Master's Degree, or Professional Engineer (PE) registration, or a Grade IV Water or Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certification from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) or equivalent out-of-state certification eligible for Arizona reciprocity.

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