Stormwater Operations Supervisor

City of Manhattan Kansas•Manhattan, KS

9d•$63,419 - $79,279

About The Position

The Stormwater Operations Supervisor oversees daily operations and maintenance related to stormwater infrastructure and the levee system, and manages internal stormwater projects from concept through completion. The supervisor ensures regulatory compliance, directs field crews, manages projects, and coordinates with other departments and divisions. This position reports to the Street, Fleet, and Stormwater Superintendent. The role supervises stormwater operations including levee and storm sewer maintenance, street sweeping, detention pond maintenance, spring cleanup, snow operations, and associated crew training. It involves outdoor supervision of maintenance work, inspections, emergency response, work-order tracking, recordkeeping, and ensuring the levee system meets US Army Corps of Engineers standards and documentation requirements. The supervisor leads maintenance projects performed by stormwater crews and coordinates with the Stormwater Engineering group on work plans, design drawings, permits, and easements. Responsibilities include defining project scope and goals, managing schedules and budgets, coordinating project execution, overseeing contractors and vendors, monitoring costs and progress, reporting to leadership, ensuring compliance, and conducting post-project evaluations. The position serves as a liaison among field crews, contractors, vendors, city departments, and the public. It also performs administrative and personnel duties, including maintaining records, hiring and onboarding support, training, timecard and leave administration, performance evaluations, and coordination with HR and Payroll. The position works Monday through Friday for 40 hours, with after-hours and weekend calls during emergencies or severe weather events.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management/Sciences, Business Administration, or a related field; alternatively, high school graduate/GED and five years of stormwater maintenance experience, including three years in a supervisory capacity.
Valid Class A commercial vehicle driver’s license with air brakes; must obtain within 90 days.
Commercial pesticide/herbicide applicator’s license; must obtain within 90 days.
OSHA 30 Basic Safety and Health Certification; must obtain within 12 months.
Construction Stormwater Training Certification; must obtain within 12 months.
CPR and First Aid Certification.
Confined Space Certification.
Work Zone Safety Certification.
Trench Excavation Training.
Flood Mitigation Training.

Nice To Haves

CDL Tanker Endorsement.
APWA Winter Maintenance Supervisor.
Erosion Control Certification.
Project Management certification (PMP, CPM, or equivalent).
Stormwater Management Certification.

Responsibilities

Coordinate stormwater operations, including levee maintenance, storm sewer maintenance, street sweeping, detention pond maintenance, spring cleanup, snow operations, and training.
Supervise outdoor daily operations related to stormwater infrastructure, levee maintenance, snow and ice control, temporary traffic-control signage, and right-of-way upkeep.
Respond to after-hours and weekend calls during emergencies or severe weather events.
Assign, monitor, and track daily work orders, project activities, and emergency responses.
Provide leadership, training, coaching, and performance evaluations to field crews.
Conduct site inspections to verify work quality, safety compliance, and adherence to city standards.
Maintain records of completed work, material usage, equipment operation, and crew assignments.
Ensure the levee system is regularly inspected and maintained in compliance with US Army Corps of Engineers standards and documentation requirements.
Lead maintenance projects performed by stormwater crews and coordinate with the Stormwater Engineering group on work plans, design drawings, permits, and easements.
Define project goals, scope, deliverables, and success metrics; develop and manage schedules, budgets, and resource allocations.
Coordinate project execution with Public Works leadership, engineering, and other departments, particularly the Stormwater Engineering team.
Oversee contractor activities and vendor relationships to ensure adherence to project specifications.
Monitor project progress, adjust plans, and maintain cost control.
Provide project updates, reports, and presentations to leadership.
Ensure projects comply with applicable codes, city policies, and environmental regulations; conduct post-project evaluations and implement process improvements.
Act as liaison between field crews, contractors, vendors, and city departments.
Communicate with the public regarding service requests, complaints, and construction impacts; lead or delegate responses to immediate stormwater complaints and refer assessment issues to the Stormwater Engineering group as appropriate.
Attend internal and interdepartmental meetings and provide updates on operational and project matters.
Perform administrative duties, including supervisory responsibilities, citizen responses, implementation of departmental standard operating procedures, accident reports, fuel operations, meetings, and required training.
Maintain accurate maintenance logs, project files, inventory records, and time tracking.
Participate in hiring, onboarding, and professional development of assigned personnel.
Oversee employee timecard submissions and approvals for accurate daily and weekly reporting.
Manage time-off requests in Paylocity, verifying eligibility and scheduling coverage.
Administer and track employee performance evaluations, including scheduling reviews, documenting feedback, and maintaining records in Paylocity.
Collaborate with HR and Payroll to resolve timekeeping and evaluation issues.

Benefits

Boot, clothing, and vehicle allowances, if applicable.
City-issued cell phone, if applicable.
Retirement/pension through the Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS), with voluntary contributions offered through Nationwide, Mission Square, and Empower KPERS 457.
Wellness, medical, vision, dental, and prescription drug benefits.
10.5 paid holidays per year plus one floating holiday.
12 to 26 paid vacation days per year based on years of service.
12 paid sick days per year.
Up to 6 weeks of paid parental leave.
Education reimbursement of up to $8,000 per calendar year for tuition and fees; professional development funds based on department budget; certification/licensure may be reimbursed.
Long-term disability, employer-paid group life insurance, basic life insurance, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefit options.