Administrator, Water and Wastewater Operations
About The Position
The City of Alexandria is seeking a professional to perform administrative and technical work at the management level for the Water and Wastewater Departments. The position oversees construction projects, maintenance activities, and general operations involving the treatment facility, water and wastewater system lines, manholes, sewer pump stations, and storm water pumping system. This position is subject to 24-hour call. The role supervises operations, maintenance, and construction activities for water production and distribution systems, wastewater collection and treatment, and storm water pumping systems. It also supports regulatory compliance, fire protection requirements, project review, and preparation of information for the annual Treatment Plant Environmental Audit. The position requires 40 hours per week and may involve overtime, weekends, and holidays. Applications are accepted November 4–18, 2026, by 11:59 p.m. or until the first 50 applications are received, whichever comes first.
Requirements
- Seven years of progressively responsible supervisory experience in water utility management, contract administration, water system design and construction or a related field, and/or wastewater operations, including sludge handling and disposal, contract administration, and wastewater rehabilitation processes; an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may qualify.
- Must possess Class IV certifications in Water Production, Distribution, and Treatment and Wastewater Treatment and Collection issued by the State of Louisiana at appointment. Reciprocity may be recognized for equivalent certifications issued by another U.S. state or territory, provided Louisiana Class IV certifications are obtained within six months of appointment.
- Must possess a valid driver's license and obtain a valid State of Louisiana driver's license at appointment, maintaining it throughout employment.
- Must obtain and maintain additional certifications and/or training as deemed necessary.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Civil, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering or a related field is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Organizes, schedules, supervises, assigns, reviews, and inspects operations, maintenance, and construction activities for water production and distribution systems and wastewater collection, treatment, and storm water pumping systems.
- Inspects existing water production and distribution systems and components; recommends and directs alterations and modifications.
- Reviews drawings, plans, and specifications for new and existing projects, equipment, and components.
- Develops fire protection requirements and ensures fire hydrants are maintained.
- Ensures compliance with EPA, DEQ, and Department of Health and Hospitals rules and regulations, along with applicable standards, policies, and procedures.
- Initiates actions to correct deviations from applicable requirements.
- Prepares information for state and federal regulatory agencies regarding the annual Treatment Plant Environmental Audit.
- Obtains and maintains additional certifications and training as deemed necessary.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
