Operations And Maintenance Manager

Dorchester County • Sc, SC

19h • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this job is to plan, direct, monitor and supervise the construction, renovation, operation, and maintenance of the Dorchester County Water and Sewer Department. This position works under administrative supervision, developing and implementing programs within organizational policies and reports major activities to executive level administrators through conferences and reports. Duties include planning, organizing, and directing all programs and activities associated with the construction, renovation, maintenance, administration, and operation of County water and wastewater facilities and systems, ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The role also involves overseeing the daily operation of assigned wells and pump stations, supervising assigned staff, analyzing department schedules and workloads, providing direct assistance to the Director of Water and Sewer, County Administrator, and County Council, and assisting in the development and administration of departmental budgets. Additionally, the position involves developing and implementing department policies and procedures, negotiating and administering construction and renovation contracts, overseeing and participating in the operation of the SCADA system, analyzing and interpreting operational or technical problems, planning and executing emergency utility operations, and coordinating department activities with other entities. The role also includes responding to customer inquiries, participating in public relations efforts, performing general administrative/clerical work, and attending meetings and training to maintain knowledge of current legislation, trends, and technology.

Requirements

• Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: At least a bachelor’s degree in engineering or closely related field and four years of related experience; OR Eight years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
• Must possess or obtain within 2 years Class “A” Water Treatment; Class “B” Water Distribution; and class “A” wastewater collection licenses.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and directs all programs and activities associated with the construction, renovation, maintenance, administration and operation of County water and wastewater facilities and systems; ensures compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
• Oversees the daily operation of assigned wells and pump stations.
• Supervises assigned staff. Supervisory duties include instructing; assigning, reviewing and planning work of others; maintaining standards; coordinating activities; selecting new employees; acting on employee problems; approving employee discipline; and approving discharge as appropriate.
• Reviews the work of subordinates for completeness and accuracy; evaluates and makes recommendations as appropriate; and offers advice and assistance as needed.
• Provides relative staff training and development opportunities for staff.
• Analyzes department schedules and workloads; adjusts as necessary to ensure optimum productivity and efficiency.
• Provides direct assistance to the Director of Water and Sewer, County Administrator and County Council in matters regarding various programs, issues and special projects.
• Assists in the development and administration of departmental budgets; ensures effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel, materials, facilities and time; and approves related expenditures and payroll.
• Develops and implements department policies and procedures; develops and implements long range plans and operating strategies.
• Negotiates and administers construction and renovation contracts.
• Oversees and participates in the operation of the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) operating system for pumping stations.
• Analyzes and interprets problems and develops solutions for operational or technical problems associated with the water processing facilities.
• Plans and executes emergency utility operations and recovery plans as necessary.
• Coordinates department activities and functions with those of other County departments, municipalities and outside agencies as appropriate.
• Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns, complaints and requests for assistance from customers and the general public regarding areas of responsibility.
• Plans and participates in public relations efforts designed to inform the public of department programs and procedures; plans and gives presentations to various community and civic organizations.
• Performs general administrative/clerical work as required including, but not limited to, preparing reports and correspondence, conducting and attending meetings, reviewing mail and literature, entering and retrieving computer data, etc.
• Attends meetings, training, conferences, seminars, etc., as appropriate, to maintain knowledge of current legislation, trends and technology in public utilities operations and administration.
• Plans and executes emergency utility operations and recovery plans as necessary; Assists in the preparation, and revisions as required to the Emergency Action and Response Plan Manual for wells and pump stations.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager