Superintendent - Environmental Quality (Dallas Water Utilities - Civil Service)

City of Dallas

4d•$89,440 - $111,800

About The Position

The Superintendent - Environmental Quality administers, oversees, manages, and monitors all operation activities in Pretreatment, Industrial Monitoring, Liquid Waste, and Special Projects & Outreach or Laboratory within the Pretreatment and Laboratory Services (PALS) Division of the Dallas Water Utilities, or/and oversees Park Conservation and Natural Resources, manages and oversees wildlife habitat efforts, manages Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program and staff, coordinates interdepartmental conservation efforts.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a Biology, Chemistry, Engineering or Environmental Science field.
Five (5) years of experience in environmental/industrial waste control, laboratory operations/management, basic chemical analysis, water/soil/air quality sample collection or wastewater collection/pretreatment discharge monitoring.
Two (2) years of supervisory/management involved working with federal and state environmental regulatory agencies (Environmental Protection Agency-EPA, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality-TCEQ) (This experience may be included in the required experience listed above.)
Knowledge of departmental management.
Knowledge of Water and Wastewater systems and general equipment, facilities, and plant maintenance or/and Natural Resources/Parks Conservation, Wildlife Habitat Management.
Knowledge of inspection procedures and environmental compliance standards.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations relevant to the operations of the Pretreatment program standards or/and Pesticide Management, Forestry/Natural Resources Management and other regulatory requirements
Ability to prioritize work, provide training, and facilitate efficient service delivery.
Ability to follow and give oral and written instructions and read charts and maintain written records.
Ability to participate in budget development, procurement activities, and inventory management.
Ability to maintain record keeping or work log system.
Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
Knowledge of Federal, State, local standards that affect park activities.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

Nice To Haves

An associate degree in any field plus seven (7) years of the required experience including two (2) years of the stated supervisory/project management experience will meet the education and experience requirements.
A bachelor's degree or higher in a non-specified field plus seven (7) years of the required experience including two (2) years of the stated supervisory/project management experience will meet the education and experience requirements.
A master's degree or higher in a specified field plus three (3) years of the required experience including two (2) years of the stated supervisory/project management experience will meet the education and experience requirements.

Responsibilities

Manages, directs, and leads all operations and activities of the Pretreatment or Laboratory operations or various departmental initiatives regarding Habitat Management, Natural Resource Conservation, or/and environmental strategic planning through supervisors for compliance with TCEQ's Pretreatment permit and other Federal and State regulatory requirements; ensures that all acceptable operating procedures are followed and that operations are efficient and follow regulatory requirements.
Prepares and presents clear, complete, and concise correspondence and technical reports; coordinates and collaborates with other City departments; interacts, engages, and communicates with TCEQ and EPA regarding current regulations, permit compliance, and other matters regarding wastewater operations or/and wildlife conservation, natural resource conservation, pest management.
Manages the hiring and performance evaluation procedures for the department; approves and enforces discipline, verifies and approves time, manages service contracts, equipment, and technology and facilitates departmental success and adherence to permitting and regulatory standards; hears and resolves grievances and implements disciplinary actions when necessary.
Develops and implements long range plans, programs, and schedules to ensure operational efficiency and compliance; determines goals and objectives needing emphasis; directs and coordinates work through supervisors, staff or/and volunteer groups, and provides coaching, advice, counsel, or technical direction as needed; prioritizes tasks, schedules and assigns various requests, and administers City policies and procedures.
Responds to, engages with, and oversees the handling of customer requests and inquiries; acts as a liaison with TCEQ, EPA, and other organizations to improve customer service and regulatory compliance while ensuring safety and City standards.
Supervises the preparation of Pretreatment or Laboratory or/and other reports and documents; coordinates and facilitates the provision of Pretreatment or Laboratory supplies, or/and equipment maintenance contracts, or/and the oversight of maintenance agreements for Pretreatment or Laboratory software and systems; or/and prepares the Annual Pretreatment or Laboratory Report, and oversees the compliance of other regulatory reporting.
Develops and implements budget for department and operations; inspects work, audits activities, and identifies equipment that needs to be procured; attends meetings with upper management regarding operating budget preparation and approval.
Coaches, advises, counsels and instructs employees; identifies all training needs for employees; interviews and makes selection on candidates for filling positions, recommends terminations, and facilitates promotions; hears and resolves serious complaints or simple grievances from employees and refers serious grievances to higher level managers.
Finds and implements methods to improve production or effectiveness; oversees the inspection of pretreatment or laboratory procedures, or/and maintenance activities, and project implementation; approves employee hours and ensures adherence to all personnel and departmental policies and procedures.
Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.