ASSISTANT WATER & SEWER SUPERINTENDENT

CITY OF PEEKSKILL•Peekskill, NY

3d•$118,733 - $142,061•Onsite

About The Position

Assist in directing the overall operation and technical activities of the City’s water and sewer system in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Assist in establishing and implementing processes to protect public health throughout the system.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma
Five (5) years of experience in the design, and/or maintenance and repair of pumps, engines, motors and mechanical equipment.
Possession of an appropriate Water Treatment Plant Operator's Certificate issued under the provisions of the New York State Sanitary Code is required if the incumbent is the responsible operator of the water treatment facilities.

Nice To Haves

A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering may be substituted for four (4) years of the experience described above.

Responsibilities

Coordinate, direct and troubleshoot in the operation, installation, maintenance and repair of a large water treatment facility, water distribution system, fire hydrants, raw water pumps, sewer lift stations, etc.
Procure materials, parts, and supplies and maintain adequate inventory to ensure efficient operation of the water and sewer system.
Monitor department purchasing and prepare specifications for competitive bid process.
Monitor and prepare the annual division-level operating budgets and supervise cost and budget requests.
Review, monitor and adjust overtime and payroll.
Respond to and investigate water main breaks, sewer backups, low lift and sewer pump station alarms, watershed issues and other emergencies during and beyond normal business hours.
Resolve technical issues, address public relations concerns, and consumer complaints.
Review engineering designs for facility and system modifications, review plans for proposed projects, and ensure compliance with applicable building codes, Health Department regulations, and Ten State Standards.
Coordinate and monitor work by engineers, contractors, and consultants for bid specifications and compliance.
Prepare annual reports for regulatory agencies such as the Westchester County Health Department and New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.
Monitor, document, and report on system performance including water quality, process control, and regulatory compliance parameters.
Develop, coordinate, and author policies, procedures, and programs relating to the implementation of system operations according to city ordinances, state, and federal regulations.
Assist with development and participate in staff training programs and personnel decision including hiring, training, employee evaluation, promotional selection, leave approval, and disciplinary actions.
Serve as a liaison to other organizations, municipalities, industry and communities.
Represent the city’s interests at public meetings, hearings, and workshops.
Oversee and manage the Department’s assigned division/section.
Oversee the management and supervision of assigned employees, including administering the City and Department rules, policies and procedures.
Ensure that assigned employees are properly orientated and trained thereby ensuring that the City’s organizational philosophy is understood and properly carried out within the Department.
Ensure that the performance of assigned employees is monitored through written evaluations.
Ensure that assigned employees have acceptable attendance records and that such attendance is monitored on a monthly basis.
Ensure that there exists an on-going communication with the City Manager and within the City organization. This includes creating a flow of information within the Department as well as within all City Departments. In addition, information must flow from the Department to various external entities.
Ensure that the City’s communication policy is carried out internally and externally.
Directly supervises the Water and Sewer Maintenance Foreman, Watershed Inspector, and Senior Office Assistant.
Has general supervisory authority over the Water Treatment Plant Operators and Distribution staff.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the City’s policies, procedures, and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include: making hiring recommendations; planning, scheduling, and assigning work; instructing and training staff in proper work methods; reviewing and approving work; conducting performance evaluations; recommending salary adjustments and promotions; and making recommendations regarding unsatisfactory employees.