DWM Watershed Manager I (OLIO - Collection)
About The Position
The Watershed Manager I provides support to operating divisions through performance, reporting, escalations, service requests, and work order data processing. This is an experienced manager responsible for one or more activities within a department, managing large groups of employees, typically Area Superintendents, intermediate supervisors, or a smaller group of specialized professionals. The role involves working independently and reporting to a supervisor when approval or other direction is necessary. Direction from the supervisor is general and focuses on long-term and short-term operating objectives, managerial effectiveness, and operating results. The position reports to the Wastewater Collection System Leadership, including the Senior Manager and/or Director and other OLIO Directors, when necessary. This level is considered "middle" in the development and collection of outreach materials.
Requirements
- Knowledge of software databases (Oracle and MS SQL)
- Knowledge in the maintenance and repair of sewer Collection System
- Knowledge of Wastewater and stormwater construction issues, techniques, and terminology; In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, relational databases, and Emergency Response Plan (ERP)
- Firm grasp of engineering and construction terminology, including environmental compliance (law and code of ordinances)
- Understands the principles and practices of wastewater collection management and watershed science
- Reads and interprets construction/engineer drawings
- Interprets laws, regulations, and guidelines
- Communicates effectively verbally and in writing
- Communicates with customers to successfully address issues
- Manages conflict and adapts to work environment changes
- Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, and guidelines
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a changing environment
- Ability to read, interpret and produce maps and drawings from software
- Ability to manage employees and direct the work of others; including the ability to interact effectively with various personality styles
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with upper management, professional colleagues, employees, the public, and staff from other departments, divisions, and organizations
- Ability to operate personal computer and related equipment.
- Ability to communicate in a courteous, professional manner to reflect a positive image of the OLIO to its internal & external customers and the public
- Bachelor’s degree in Operation Management or related field
- Five (5) years of design, construction, and/or project management experience with wastewater collection systems
- Experience with watershed modeling, GIS applications, and land use planning
- Experience with management and collections systems
- State Issued CDL Class A Driver’s License
- Wastewater Collection or Distribution Operator License
Nice To Haves
- 7 years or more of work experience in a large wastewater collection system
- 7 years or more of management experience in a large wastewater collection system
- Experienced in the use of Microsoft Office, ArcGIS, and other relational databases is high desirable
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the day – to – day operations of the Office of Linear Infrastructure Operations ‘Collection Division (OLIO) engineering staff and selective city crews; including managing personnel and resources, sewer spills response and containment, permitting support, as-built documents, records management, smoke testing, flow testing, dye testing and repairs
- Provide support to operating divisions through performance, reporting, escalations, service requests, and work order data processing.
- Provides general technical guidance for watershed operations.
- Manages small to large design projects that meet design expectations of operations, including emergencies
- Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual performance reports
- Manage, supervise, directs staff, including training, coaching, and mentoring
- Answer questions and provides information to the public; investigates complaints and recommends corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints
- Provides general guides to support DWM’s operations, including Asset management, Wastewater Collection System Planning, Capital Improvement Development, Environmental Compliance, and Emergency Operations
- May perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran’s status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
