In-House Only: Superintendent of Water Reclamation

IN-HOUSE ONLY: You must be a current employee with the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County to be eligible for this position.

REPORTS TO: Assistant Public Utilities Director or Environmental Engineer 

FLSA STATUS: Exempt - Executive

CLASSIFICATION: Regular Non-Merit - Serves at the discretion of the Department Director.
PAY GRADE: 123
SAFETY SENSITIVE: Yes; Subject to random drug testing per the Athens-Clarke County Drug and Alcohol Ordinance.

Purpose of Job 
The purpose of this job is to perform managerial and technical functions associated with operations of Water Reclamation facilities and compliance with EPA and EPD guidelines. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: planning and coordinating activities of water reclamation operations; developing long- and short-term plans; planning budget and monitoring expenses; instructing and disciplining assigned staff; and performing additional tasks as assigned. 
  
Job Related Requirements 
Work Schedule:  Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is subject to call back 24/7.

May be required to work on religious holidays.

Regular and predictable attendance is required. 

Must work cooperatively with others. 

When requirements include vehicle operation, responsible for the safety, readiness and operation of the vehicle and must abide by ACC's safe driving policy. 

Emergency Position
This position is designated as an emergency position that requires your attendance at work under all types of emergency conditions. Some examples of emergencies include inclement weather, utility failure, fire or other forced evacuations or as determined by the Manager.Bachelor's Degree in Wastewater Management or related discipline, with four years of experience involving wastewater treatment services administration required; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Two years of supervisory experience required.

Must possess a Class I Wastewater Treatment license.

Must have a valid driver's license. The following duties are normal for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Supervises and evaluates assigned staff, handles all employee concerns, directing work assignments, counseling and disciplining employees when necessary, and completing employee performance appraisals.

Fosters and works to maintain an active and positive working relationship with the Public Utilities Director, Assistant Public Utilities Director, and Environmental Engineer. This includes maintaining an open line of communication with management and staff.

Plans, directs and manages all water reclamation operations, including facilities, industrial sampling and reuse.

Develops and implements long- and short-range plans.

Monitors operations; adjusts procedures and methods to comply with permits and regulations including non-potable reuse processes.  

Manages capital improvements and new construction projects.

Administers the capital improvement budget for water reclamation projects; plans budget; monitors expenditures under existing budget.

Develops and implements operating policies and procedures for the section.

Receives and/or prepares letters, reports, correspondence, forms and other documentation; reviews, processes, and/or forwards as appropriate; maintains files and logs; performs other clerical duties.

Answers the telephone; provides information, advice and guidance; takes and relays messages and/or directs calls to appropriate personnel; returns calls as necessary.

Responds to routine requests for information from officials, employees, members of the staff, the public or other individuals; assists the general public with questions related to water reclamation.

Performs other duties as assigned.
 
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

Knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County and the operations and functions of the Public Utilities Department.

Knowledge of management, human resource management/personnel and financial practices, policies and procedures as necessary in the completion of daily responsibilities.

Knowledge of and proficient with computers.

Knowledge of federal and state rules and regulations governing Water Reclamation, and of Water Reclamation principles and practices.

Knowledge of the equipment, materials, and operating practices of reclamation facilities, and of chemical and physical processes of activated sludge water.

Knowledge of all applicable laws, ordinances, policies, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the job.

Knowledge in the use of water information management software programs such as: HACH WIMS, WaterTrax, or Intelex-Water QMS.

Skill in maintaining records, preparing reports on plant operations, and analyzing laboratory reports.

Skill in reading blueprints and schematic designs.

Skill in mathematics and chemistry, in management and supervision, and in written and oral communication.

Skill in operating various machinery and equipment including a motor vehicle, computer,
printer, calculator, two-way radio, and telephone. Skill in utilizing various software programs relevant to the position.

Skill in organizational, management, human relations, and technical techniques.

Skill in planning, directing, organizing and inspecting the work of plant personnel.

Ability to keep abreast of any changes in policy, methods, operations, budgetary and equipment needs, etc., as they pertain to departmental and human resource/personnel operations and activities.

Ability to develop and administer policies, procedures, plans and activities and to monitor performance of subordinates against measured established goals.

Ability to develop and implement long-term goals for the department in order to promote effectiveness and efficiency.

Ability to effectively communicate and interact with subordinates, management, employees, members of the general public and all other groups involved in the activities of the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County as they relate to the Public Utilities Department.

Ability to assemble information and make written reports and documents in a concise, clear and effective manner.

Ability to use independent judgment and discretion in managing subordinates including the handling of emergency situations, determining and deciding upon procedures to be implemented, setting priorities, maintaining standards, and resolving problems.

Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply regulations, procedures, and related information.

Ability to handle required mathematical calculations.

Ability to read, understand and interpret personnel and financial reports and related materials. 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including a motor vehicle, computer, printer, calculator, two-way radio, and telephone. This position requires:  walking, standing, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, seeing, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. Must be able to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently. Physical demand requirements are at levels of those of light work.
 
DATA CONCEPTION: Requires the ability to compare and or judge the readily observable functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things. 

INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION: Requires the ability to hear, speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information. Includes giving/receiving assignments and/or directions to/from co-workers, assistants or supervisors. 

LANGUAGE ABILITY: Requires ability to read a variety of construction blueprints, informational documentation, directions, instructions, methods and procedures. Requires the ability to prepare letters, reports, forms, etc., using prescribed formats and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction, and style. Requires the ability to speak to individuals and/or groups of people with poise, voice control, and confidence. 

INTELLIGENCE: Requires the ability to learn and understand relatively complex principles and techniques; to acquire and be able to expound on knowledge of topics related to primary occupation; and to make independent judgment in the absence of management. 

VERBAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, and to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently in a variety of administrative, technical or professional languages including civil/mechanical engineering, public utilities, financial, human resources, and radio dispatching terminology. 

NUMERICAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; add and subtract totals; multiply and divide; determine percentages; interpret graphs; compute discount, interest, profit/loss, ratio/proportion, etc.; perform calculations involving variables/formulas/square roots/polynomials. 

FORM/SPATIAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape, visually with a variety of machinery and equipment including a motor vehicle, computer, printer, calculator, two-way radio, and telephone. 

MOTOR COORDINATION: Requires the ability to coordinate hands, fingers, and eyes accurately in using equipment. Requires the ability to use the keyboard, lift, bend, push, and pull objects or materials using body parts as the position necessitates. 

MANUAL DEXTERITY: Requires the ability to handle a variety of items such as automated equipment, office supplies, and computer supplies. Must have the ability to use one hand for twisting or turning motion while coordinating other hand with different activities. Must have minimal levels of eye/hand/foot coordination. 

COLOR DISCRIMINATION: Requires the ability to differentiate between colors and shades of color. 

INTERPERSONAL TEMPERAMENT: Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under minimal stress when confronted with an emergency. 

PHYSICAL COMMUNICATION: Requires the ability to talk and/or hear: (Talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words). (Hearing - perceiving nature of sounds by ear). Must be able to communicate via telephone and two-way radio.

ACCGov is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. ACCGov is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Leah Jagatic, HR Coordinator, Human Resources, 762-400-6370 or leah.jagatic@accgov.com.

Salary : $73,129