Austin Water Operations Manager - Water Treatment Operations - Austin Water

City of Austin•Austin, TX

3d•$110,100 - $140,900•Onsite

About The Position

Austin Water seeks an Operations Manager to oversee and coordinate the Davis, Ullrich, and Handcox lime softening water treatment facilities. Under nominal direction, the role plans, directs, and administers multiple divisions in water, wastewater, and/or reclaimed program operations, maintenance, advanced operational technology, and support services across multiple facilities or programs. The manager reviews and responds to regulatory requirements, participates in facility asset management, monitors water quality changes, and coordinates responses needed to protect public health and safety. The position collaborates with other Austin Water Operations Managers, the Austin Water Executive Team, City departments, outside consultants, neighborhood associations, and the general public. The position is based at Ullrich Water Treatment Plant in Austin, Texas. Regular hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with some flexibility, but other hours may be required to support 24/7 utility operations. As an essential employee, the manager may be required to work during emergencies, inclement weather, weekends, and holidays; shift work, overtime, callback, and on-call work may also be required based on business needs. The role requires a Class A Water Operator License from TCEQ or a State of Texas Professional Engineer license. Equivalent out-of-state operator licenses require TCEQ reciprocity before the hire date is confirmed, and out-of-state PE license holders must obtain a Texas PE license before that date. The annual hiring range is $110,100 to $140,900.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a relevant field, plus seven years of progressively responsible experience related to the program area, including three years in a supervisory, management, or program management capacity.
A master’s degree from an accredited college may substitute for two years of non-supervisory or non-management experience.
Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four years.
Class A Water Operator License from TCEQ or a State of Texas Professional Engineer license.
If using an equivalent out-of-state water operator license, obtain TCEQ reciprocity before confirmation of the hire date; out-of-state PE license holders must obtain a State of Texas PE license before confirmation of the hire date.
Knowledge of water and wastewater operational programs and local, state, and federal water, wastewater, and reclaimed water regulations.
Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures; safety practices; supervisory and managerial principles; fiscal planning; and budget preparation.
Oral and written communication skills; ability to use computers and related software; planning and organizing skills; and ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize.
Ability to analyze complex data from various sources, synthesize information, and develop sound decisions and recommendations.
Ability to manage projects, develop and execute timelines, delegate tasks, and evaluate progress from project start through completion.
Ability to recognize and analyze irregular events quickly; resolve situations requiring tact, diplomacy, and sound judgment; work with interruptions and changing priorities; and make public presentations.
Ability to meet and maintain driver eligibility under the City of Austin Driver Safety Program.
Ability to work additional hours, shift work, overtime, callback, and on-call assignments as required by utility operations; may be required to work weekends, holidays, and during emergencies or inclement weather.

Nice To Haves

Advanced management experience in a large, robust organization.
Extensive experience using performance measures to assess progress and drive improvements.
Knowledge of and experience implementing occupational health and safety best practices within the wastewater industry.
Demonstrated ability and experience developing and maintaining strong positive business relationships internally and externally.
Experience implementing and managing process improvements for large groups.
Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to travel to more than one work location.

Responsibilities

Determine divisional needs; develop, execute, and evaluate strategic short- and long-range plans, including three- to five-year project and program forecasts.
Review, prepare, consolidate, and monitor division-wide budgets.
Coordinate divisional activities with Austin Water and City departments, consultants, engineers, associations, regulatory agencies, neighborhood associations, and the public.
Interpret, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable policies, procedures, ordinances, and federal and state regulations.
Evaluate programs for effectiveness and progress toward goals.
Develop, review, revise, and approve procedures and specifications for plant, field, or laboratory operations; equipment and technical instrumentation; analytical testing; quality control; safety; and training.
Facilitate, conduct, and attend meetings, and represent the division on behalf of the assistant director, department, and City.
Provide technical advice and assistance to internal and external customers.
Apply and interpret engineering and operational principles and practices related to water and wastewater, process control systems, water SCADA controls, DCS, and Advanced Smart Water Infrastructure.
Supervise staff, including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendations for dismissal.
Oversee and coordinate the Davis, Ullrich, and Handcox water treatment facilities.
Review and respond to regulatory requirements and actively participate in asset management for water treatment facilities.
Monitor water quality changes and coordinate necessary responses to protect public health and safety.
Coordinate and collaborate with other Austin Water Operations Managers, the Austin Water Executive Team, City departments, consultants, neighborhood associations, and the public.
Travel between work locations as needed when meeting City of Austin Driver Safety Standards.