Senior Division Manager - Water Pumping & Production

The City of Wichita is NOT an E-Verify Employer.

Distinguishing Features of Work

Are you ready to make a lasting impact on a city’s most vital resource? The City of Wichita is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Division Manager – Water Pumping & Production to lead the operations of one of the largest and most critical water systems in the region. This high-level leadership role is responsible for overseeing the planning, treatment, production, and pumping of potable water—ensuring that over 400,000 residents have access to safe, reliable drinking water every day.

This position provides strategic direction to a team of plant and program managers, laboratory, and administrative staff, and plays a key role in budget planning, capital improvement prioritization, and regulatory compliance. You’ll serve as a subject matter expert on modern water treatment practices, aquifer storage and recovery, and system optimization, reporting directly to the Assistant Director of Public Works & Utilities.

Your leadership will help shape the future of Wichita’s water infrastructure through innovation, operational efficiency, and long-term sustainability. If you’re passionate about public service, infrastructure management, and leading high-performing teams, this is your opportunity to step into a role where your decisions directly support public health, environmental stewardship, and community growth.

Relocation reimbursement of up to $10,000 is available.

Be The Leader Who Keeps Wichita Flowing.

Workdays and Hours - Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

Bargaining Unit: Employee Council

• Posting may close at any time **
  
  

Examples of Work Performed

• Plans and manages water supply, treatment, and pumping
• Assists in developing and modifying short- and long-range plans
• Supervises and evaluates the work of plant managers and program managers, laboratory director and clerical staff.
• Identifies and prioritizes CIP projects.
• Writes specifications and orders materials, supplies and equipment and ensures adequate inventories are maintained.
• Prepares and monitors budget for water production and pumping, and assists in preparing the overall water utility financial plan and budget.
• Maintains records of plant operations, maintenance and water quality.
• Submits reports of water production and pumping activities as required.
• Records, investigates, corrects and reports on complaints.
• Prepares and/or participates in preparation of reports, studies and recommendations relating to water supply, water treatment, or water pumping and storage by consultants and/or staff.
• Prepares estimates, calculations, and forecasts.
• Completion of work assignments will require the operation of a vehicle.
• The examples of work performed are not intended to be all-inclusive.
• The City of Wichita reserves the right to assign additional responsibilities as needed.
  
  

Requirements of Work

• Thorough knowledge of the facilities, equipment, materials, operating theories and practices of modern ground/surface water production, treatment and pumping, including aquifer recharge and storage.
• Must have access to, and use of, a communication device, such as a phone, capable of communicating by voice, text and e-mail. Device will also have internet access. The city will pay the employee a phone allowance.
• Thorough knowledge of the chemical, physical, and bacteriological processes involved in water treatment.
• Considerable knowledge of current developments in the water supply, treatment and pumping field.
• Considerable knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, and requirements.
• Ability to prepare and present technical operating and analytical data.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, representatives of outside agencies, and the public.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, other employees, representatives of outside agencies, and the public.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas driver's license.
• An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
  
  

Required Experience And Training

Required Experience and Training

• Graduation from a four-year college.
• Five years of experience in water production and treatment.
• Two years of supervisory experience in operations and maintenance of a division.
• Ability to obtain a Kansas Class IV water Treatment certification within two years of employment
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.
  
  

Preferred Experience And Training

• Graduation from a four-year college with major in civil, sanitary, chemical engineering, chemistry, or microbiology.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Kansas.
• Current Kansas Class IV Water Treatment certification.
  
  

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please find more information under the following links:

https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlaen.pdf

https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/eppac.pdf

CITY OF WICHITA

Full-time Employee Benefits

• VACATION - Most employees with less than five years employment earn 10 days of vacation per year. After five years, accrual rates increase at varying rates to varying maximums, depending on work schedule and/or union representation. Employees can accumulate and carry forward up to 240 hours each year.
• HOLIDAYS - There are eleven paid holidays. Employees also receive one Personal Holiday that is granted after the first six months of employment.
• SICK LEAVE - Sick leave accrual begins at one-half day per month. After five years, sick leave accruals are one work day per month. Employees can accumulate and carry forward all unused sick leave each year. Employees who use 24 hours (3 days) or less of sick leave in a calendar year earn a "Well Day." An additional "Well Day" can be earned following a year of perfect attendance.
• HEALTH INSURANCE – UMR / United Healthcare provides two levels of medical and prescription drug plans. Both medical plan are PPOs and do not require selecting a physician or referrals for specialty care. Both medical plans include Teladoc virtual care (primary care/mental health benefits at no charge), Dario healthy living programs, and VSP Vision benefits. Pre-tax premium deductions are offered. The City contributes 80% of the premium cost towards medical, prescription drug and vision insurance.
• DENTAL INSURANCE - Two Delta Dental plans are offered – Preferred and Traditional. The Delta Preferred plan requires using a dentist from a smaller network for a lower premium. The Delta Traditional plan allows use of any dentist, although benefits are higher using a dentist from the large Delta network. Benefits under both plans are the same (with the exception of some Orthodontic benefits) Pre-tax premium deductions are offered.
• LIFE INSURANCE – Low-cost voluntary term life insurance is available. Employees pay one-third of the cost. The amount of Basic Life coverage is two times annual pay up to a determined maximum amount. Dependent coverage is available at $20,000 spouse / $10,000 child(ren) for an additional $0.14 per pay period. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is included. The plan is through MetLife.
• SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE – Additional voluntary employee-paid term life insurance is available from MetLife at low group rates. Participation in Basic Life is required. The Life Insurance plans are portable.
• LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE– The voluntary employee-paid group disability plan from MetLife provides 60% of pre-disability income for injury or health related disabilities. Premiums are determined by income and age.
• VOLUNTARY ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT – Voluntary employee-paid AD&D from MetLife offers coverage for accidental death and dismemberment.
• RETIREMENT - The City offers two retirement plans - Wichita Employees (WER) Plan 3, and Commissioned Police & Fire Plan C-79. The WER plan is a defined contribution plan; Police & Fire is a defined benefit plan. Both are contributory - employees and the City share the cost.
• FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS – Employees may elect to make FSA pre-tax deductions for dependent care and/or unreimbursed medical expenses, reducing the cost of these expenses by eliminating taxes on the amount deducted.
• LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE – This plan from UNUM offers facility and home care benefits for employees, spouses, and some other family members. Several options for benefit amount and duration, and specific plan features, are available.
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Deferred Compensation Investment Program

Employee Discounts and Wichita Employee Association (WEA)

Bereavement Pay

Employee Emergency Assistance Fund

Voluntary Shared Leave Program

Training Programs

Longevity Pay

Credit Union

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Injury Leave (on-job injury)

Community Volunteer Events

01

The following validates my highest level of education...

• Some High School
• High School/GED
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate/JD
  
  

02

(PP) My Bachelor's degree or higher is in one of the below fields:

• Civil/Sanitary Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Chemistry
• Microbiolgy
• My bachelor's degree or higher is not in any of the above field
• I do not have a bachelor's degree or higher
  
  

03

I have the following years of experience in water production and treatment.

• less than 1 year of experience
• 1 to 2 years' experience
• 3 to 4 years' experience
• 5 to 7 years' experience
• 8 years' of experience
• I do not have experience in water production and treatment.
  
  

04

I have the following years of supervisory experience in operations and maintenance of a division.

• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 to less than 2 years of experience
• 2 to 4 years of experience
• 5 years of experience
• I do not have any years of supervisory experience in operations and maintenance of a division.
  
  

05

This position will require a Kansas Class IV Water Treatment Certification. Please identify your current status

• Yes, I have a valid Kansas Class IV Water Treatment Certification.
• No, I currently do not have a valid Kansas Class IV Water Treatment Certification, however I am willing and able to obtain this license within two years of employment.
• No, I currently do not have a valid Kansas Class IV Water Treatment Certification, Neither I am willing nor able to obtain this license.
  
  

06

I am a licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Kansas

• Yes
• No
  
  

07

I am legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

• Yes
• No
• Required Question