Assistant Division Manager Operations - Wastewater

City of Gastonia•Gastonia, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs difficult skilled technical and administrative work assisting with the management of the operations of the wastewater treatment division including management of the wastewater treatment plant operations and residuals management program; does related work as required. Work is performed under the general direction of the Division Manager Wastewater Treatment. Continuous supervision is exercised over assigned staff.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related discipline.
Ten years of wastewater treatment plant or related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
Possession of one of the following upon hire: NC Biological Wastewater Operator Grade 4, NC Land Application Operator, NC Wastewater Laboratory Analyst Class 4, or NC Pretreatment Program Specialist Grade 3 certification; must obtain a second certification within two years.
NIMS 100, 200, 300, 400, and 700 within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the supervisors of wastewater treatment facilities and the residuals management program.
Oversees coordination of work schedules, monitors performance, addresses operational concerns, and promotes effective working relationships among employees, City officials, consulting engineers, regulatory agencies, contractors, and the public.
Directs division operations in the Division Manager’s absence.
Develops, coordinates, and delivers technical, operational, and safety training for assigned personnel.
Ensure employees follow established operating procedures, occupational safety requirements, and appropriate precautions for handling chemicals, biological materials, equipment, and other workplace hazards.
Ensure proper operation, inspection, preventive maintenance, and repair of wastewater treatment, residuals management, SCADA, and related facility systems.
Assists with development and oversite of capital improvements, construction activities, equipment replacement, facility upgrades, and other projects.
Reviews designs and operational plans, analyzes process and equipment performance, and recommends corrective actions or improvements.
Assists with preparing and administering the division’s annual operating budget.
Tracks expenditures and performance measures, supports procurement activities, evaluates operational and equipment needs, and develops cost information and recommendations for current and future budget requests.
Monitors wastewater treatment processes and residuals management activities to ensure reliable performance, protection of public health and the environment, and continuous compliance with applicable local, state, and federal requirements.
Reviews laboratory and operational data, coordinates investigations, prepares technical and scientific reports, and makes sound operational recommendations and decisions based on chemical, biological, physical, and mechanical treatment principles.