Assistant Director - Utility Operations

City Of Round Rock • Round Rock, TX

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About The Position

The Assistant Director of Utility Operations is responsible for directing and coordinating the functions and programs of the Public Works Department's Utility Operations and Maintenance Divisions. This includes overseeing the Water Treatment Plant, Water Distribution, Wastewater Collections, Wastewater Treatment Plant, Stormwater Operations, industrial Pre-Treatment, and Water/Wastewater Laboratory Services. The role involves strategic planning, staff development, and ensuring effective maintenance of the City's utility systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Ten years of increasingly responsible experience in utilities maintenance, with six years in a supervisory role.
• Class B Water Treatment and Class B Wastewater Treatment license required.
• Class A Water and Class A Wastewater preferred.
• Competency in planning, organizing, directing, and controlling utility operations.
• Valid Class C Texas Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate the functions of the Utility Operations and Maintenance Divisions.
• Participate in strategic planning meetings and promote continuous improvement within the department.
• Develop, mentor, and lead staff in their career development.
• Lead meetings and represent the department at executive level discussions.
• Prepare and present reports to City Council and community groups.
• Oversee the development and implementation of maintenance strategies for utility systems.
• Provide strategic direction to ensure maintenance programs support capital assets.
• Implement organizational improvements to meet customer service goals and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in meetings to address utility infrastructure-related issues.
• Direct the development of the Division's work plans and monitor workflow.
• Prepare and administer the Division's budgets and forecast additional funding needs.
• Participate in the department's CIP project planning and implementation.
• Supervise employees, including hiring, training, and performance evaluation.
• Plan and implement emergency response and recovery strategies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree