Treatment Assistant Superintendent Manager II

Johnson County Kansas•Mission, KS

5d•$33 - $49

About The Position

Johnson County Wastewater is seeking a Treatment Assistant Superintendent to supervise staff and coordinate with other supervisors in operating and maintaining an assigned wastewater treatment plant and off-site pump stations. The role works in a team-based industrial environment focused on protecting the environment, serving customers, and enhancing communities. The anticipated timeline for filling the position is after December 20, 2026. The assistant superintendent supports staff development and operational performance; analyzes process, CCTV, NASSCO, SCADA, and KPI data; guides treatment or collection-system adjustments and maintenance; and helps ensure compliance with NPDES permits, risk-compliance standards, and EPA requirements. The position directs crews, maintains records and reports, supports safe work practices, manages fleet and inventory, and coordinates training and technical development. The role also leads responses to urgent operational events, including utility-line damage, public-safety or public-health concerns, and environmental hazards. It builds relationships with municipal officials, neighboring stakeholders, the public, contractors, and vendors, and oversees work to ensure it is complete, accurate, and compliant with regulatory requirements. This is a safety-sensitive, weather-essential role with on-call/stand-by duties and exposure to raw sewage and other challenging work conditions.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ten years of experience in mechanical, maintenance, or relevant industrial or field-based work; preference is given to water or wastewater experience.
Two years of experience leading, directing, coordinating, or supervising the work of others.
One year of experience in operations and maintenance of a wastewater treatment or collection system, and/or water distribution or treatment.
Class IV KDHE operator or KWEA collections license for one Assistant Superintendent.
PACP (Pipeline Assessment Certification Program), MACP (Manhole Assessment Certification Program), and LACP (Lateral Assessment Certification Program).
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Must pass background checks.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Must be available for on-call/stand-by work.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in Environmental Sciences, Project or Construction Management, or another relevant area of study.
Experience in a water or wastewater environment.

Responsibilities

Lead development of a high-performing organization by demonstrating county performance pillars, mentoring and coaching employees, and supporting the county mission and vision.
Analyze process-control, CCTV, NASSCO, operational, and collection-system data; recommend or guide treatment-process and collection-system adjustments to meet discharge, risk-compliance, and EPA requirements.
Direct, coordinate, monitor, and assign staff performing process control, collection-system maintenance, equipment maintenance, and technical repair and service.
Review design plans and specifications and make recommendations regarding engineering work.
Report operations and maintenance status to management and the Superintendent, and assist with creating standard operating procedures.
Implement treatment adjustments and directly supervise crews; monitor operational databases and review SCADA trends and KPI data to develop staffing and maintenance schedules.
Promote a safe workplace by proactively addressing safety risks and hazards and notifying the Safety Training Coordinator as needed.
Manage fleet and material inventory, including chemicals, equipment, supplies, and critical spare parts tracked through computerized maintenance management software.
Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders near treatment facilities and maintenance or repair sites, as well as municipal officials.
Lead emergency operations by assessing circumstances and risks, instructing staff, and coordinating teams to respond safely and efficiently to urgent issues.
Prioritize, direct, and assist crews in completing assignments in compliance with NPDES permits and risk-compliance requirements.
Train new crew members, explain duties, share knowledge, and help employees develop higher skill levels.
Complete or approve paperwork, timesheets, equipment logs, purchasing-card approvals, and operation and maintenance records, including documentation for legal inquiries.
Maintain the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP).
Supervise diagnosis and troubleshooting of wastewater treatment plant or collection-system operations; respond to emergencies, assign staff, and provide oversight.
Maintain equipment-operation records and logs, and produce reports identifying system problems or confirming proper operating conditions.
Schedule and evaluate staff training in operations, maintenance, mechanical, and technical fields; assess competency, workmanship, and employee development needs.
Compile information and select data from daily process-control and KPI reports to support supervision and ensure goals are met.
Work with vendors, contractors, and stakeholders; respond to technical questions from the public, address complaints, and inform supervisory staff of complaints and actions taken.
Oversee contractor and vendor work to ensure it is complete, accurate, and meets regulatory requirements; communicate with the public to meet service expectations.