DWM Watershed Manager I (Hemphill)

About the position

Manages the day-to-day operation of a wastewater treatment plant in effort to serve the citizens. This position manages a large group of employees, typically with intermediate supervisors, or a smaller group of specialized professional employees. Performs supervisory assignments associated with operating the wastewater treatment plant and to ensure a continuous, wastewater treatment meeting federal/state regulations for the citizens of Atlanta. Supervises; wastewater analysis and treatment; mixing chemicals; laboratory testing; operating various pumps and valves; repairing and maintaining machinery and equipment; maintaining records, instructing, and disciplining assigned staff.

Responsibilities

• Generates work orders in maintenance management system, orders chemicals and supplies.
• Coordinates with contractors on plant upgrades and equipment repairs and installations. Responsible for maintaining the facility in a condition that meets state and federal permit requirements.
• Supervises and evaluates assigned staff; develops goals and expectations for operators, handles all employee concerns, directs work assignments, counsels, and disciplines employees when necessary, and completes employee performance appraisals.
• Reviews the work of Operators for accuracy/completion and to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Communicates with employees to ensure proper plant operation of the Standard Operating Procedures.
• Prepares and maintaining reports, logs, and records on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• Performs administrative, supervisory and technical functions that support overall Plant Operations and Compliance
• Provides technical guidance and assistance to Plant Operations and Maintenance
• Operate wastewater plant; monitor all equipment and chemicals to ensure effluent water meets applicable standards; analyze and interpret data for reporting to designated state and federal agencies; monitor treatment process for compliance; manage solids and dewatering process
• Supports Plant training objectives and workforce development goals
• Manages annual contracts within scope and budget requirements; responsible for overseeing and issuing work to contractors
• Provides leadership in community outreach efforts by leading community groups on facility tours
• Control’s treatment plant processes, chemical dosages, and equipment used to purify, treat, and clarify water for human consumption and for industrial and commercial use.
• Operates and controls various pumps and valves to regulate the flow of water through the treatment plant and distribution system.
• Records plant operation data from observations, instrumentation, and laboratory tests; records test results for reporting to state agency as appropriate.
• 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.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Industrial Science, Biology, or a closely related field.
• Three (3) years of work experience in the Wastewater Management role with some experience in leading Operations and Maintenance Divisions
• Applicants must have a valid State of Georgia Class I Wastewater Treatment Operator License or eligibility to transfer registration from other states within 6 months.
• A valid Georgia driver's license is required at the time of appointment.
• Certificate and license must remain valid during tenure in this classification.

Nice-to-haves

• 5 years of work experience in the Water Management role with experience in leading Operations and Maintenance Divisions