Manager, Operations

Liberty•Bolivar, MO

About The Position

The Manager of Operations directs the major functional areas of Water Production, Transmission, Distribution and Wastewater treatment operations. Manages complex and multidisciplinary activities. Exercises independent judgment in working with Department Managers and Supervisors on Operations projects and issues. Coordinates activities and special projects with all departments. Constantly makes difficult technical and managerial decisions for the Operations Department.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or Advanced Degree as well as industry specific knowledge or ten years experience in a general profession or technical field.
Minimum five years’ experience with progressively responsible management level experience.
Responsible for implementation of Utility budget and presentation of the budget(s) to Senior Management. Authorized to approve division budgeted expenditures for both staff and resources up to the applicable approval limit.
Work requires advanced skills and knowledge in approaches and systems, which affect the design and implementation of major programs, solutions for highly complex issues, and/or processes organization-wide. Independent judgment and decision-making abilities are necessary to apply technical skills effectively.
Ability to read and write general correspondence, memorandums, letters, technical reports, and engineering studies at a college level.
Proficient with computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite and the Internet
Flexibility with traveling within the US and Canada required
Valid driver’s license and passport required

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of water/wastewater utilities, engineering and/or financial principles, public interaction and presentation skills a plus.
Working knowledge of SAP is a plus.

Responsibilities

Reviews design documents and specifications for facility expansion to ensure constructability and operability in compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements.
Directs the functions of the Water and Wastewater Division by reviewing process control, reporting data, implementing programs to improve and maintain plant operations, planning training, developing standard and emergency operating Procedures for plant personnel, and conducting weekly meetings. Takes an active leadership role in the company Health & Safety program.
Studies operating cost records of plants and makes corrections or suggests solutions to problems. Advises on future systems improvements deemed necessary and their impact on rates.
Administers departmental budgets by preparing annual departmental budget, reviewing and approving requisitions and purchase orders, and monitoring departmental expenditures.
Writes comprehensive reports on plant operations, productivity improvements, and energy conservation programs to provide information required by local, state or federal agencies and management. Ensures compliance with, and coordinates legal responses to enforcement actions for applicable regulatory agencies.
Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.
Other duties as assigned.