Wastewater Division Chief - EM-07

County of Hawai`i•Future vacancies with immediate vacancy in Hilo, HI

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Wastewater Division Chief plans, directs, and administers the County’s wastewater division, including the planning, construction, operation, engineering, repair, and maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities. The role oversees county-wide wastewater treatment and disposal facilities and systems, sewer installation and connections, pump stations, and treatment plants, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and county requirements. The position is with the Department of Environmental Management – Wastewater Division in Hilo. The posting identifies one immediate permanent, full-time vacancy. The eligible list may also be used for other permanent or temporary vacancies; a temporary appointment may lead to permanent appointment. The Chief formulates and implements divisional policies and procedures, interprets relevant laws and regulations, directs capital improvement and equipment replacement planning, coordinates programs with other County divisions and outside agencies, and oversees staff, budgets, public concerns, and operational activities. The position represents the department at public and governmental meetings, maintains public relations, and keeps current with developments in wastewater treatment and disposal. A combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a specified engineering field and six years of wastewater operations experience, including two years of administrative and supervisory experience, is required. A current U.S. professional engineering registration in a specified discipline and a valid driver license are also required at filing; Hawaii professional engineer registration is required before probation is completed.

Requirements

Education and experience substantially equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in mechanical, civil, electrical, marine, sanitary, or chemical engineering and six years of wastewater operations experience, including construction, installation, maintenance, or repair of a wastewater treatment facility.
At least two years of the required wastewater experience must include administrative and supervisory work.
Possess a current U.S. Certificate of Registration as a professional civil, chemical, mechanical, or electrical engineer at the time of filing.
Possess a valid State of Hawai‘i Class 3 driver license or other valid comparable driver license at the time of filing; the license must be submitted at hire.
Possess current State of Hawai‘i professional engineer registration as a licensed civil, chemical, mechanical, or electrical engineer before completion of probation.
Knowledge of public administration, organization, supervision, and budget formulation and control.
Knowledge of wastewater treatment and pumping plant processes and equipment, including their operation, installation, maintenance, overhaul, alteration, repair, and testing.
Knowledge of sanitation requirements and principles involved in wastewater treatment; safety regulations and precautions; occupational hazards and safety practices; research methods; hydraulics and electricity; and construction principles and practices applicable to wastewater facilities and equipment.
Ability to plan, organize, direct, and coordinate a large and varied division responsible for wastewater facility and system operations and maintenance.
Ability to review, analyze, and interpret engineering and contractor plans, designs, and specifications and recommend changes to meet operational and functional requirements.
Ability to coordinate island-wide activities with other agencies and interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to formulate, implement, and revise policies and procedures; anticipate and prevent issues; direct plant maintenance; investigate complaints and recommend resolutions; and respond to emergencies.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with employees, agencies, contractors, consultants, community organizations, and the public.
Ability to prepare and justify budget estimates and occasionally direct work under hazardous and unfavorable conditions.
Meet the health and physical condition standards needed to perform the essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Submit supporting documents required by the application, including an official college transcript and professional registration documentation; submit a valid driver's license at hire.

Responsibilities

Plan, direct, and administer county-wide wastewater operations, including installation, construction, operation, maintenance, engineering, overhaul, repair, and testing of treatment and disposal facilities and systems and sewer installations and connections.
Formulate and direct divisional policies, procedures, and regulations; interpret and implement applicable laws, codes, ordinances, and departmental and administration policies.
Consult with contractors and engineers to review and analyze plans, designs, and specifications for facility alterations and assess operational dependability, adequacy, and feasibility.
Plan and approve capital improvement projects; review facility additions, modifications, and overall operational and maintenance needs.
Develop and implement new methods and procedures, and adapt equipment and appurtenances to improve economy and use of wastewater plant facilities.
Coordinate divisional programs with County divisions and departments, and federal, state, and private agencies.
Set objectives and provide technical direction for activities involving pump stations and treatment plants.
Conduct feasibility studies and prepare cost estimates for equipment replacement and capital improvement programs.
Confer and negotiate with government agencies and private firms regarding construction, alteration, operation, and maintenance of facilities.
Review public complaints, conduct field investigations when needed, and prepare responses or meet with individuals to resolve issues.
Assign and review subordinate work; recommend personnel actions, staffing, and personnel requirements.
Prepare and justify annual budget requests, program expenditures, and capital improvement budgets, and monitor expenditures.
Attend conferences and represent the department at council meetings, public hearings, and community organization meetings; maintain effective public relations.
Keep updated on developments in wastewater treatment and disposal methods and equipment.
Operate a vehicle to perform work-related duties and perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements may include alternate 4-10 schedules and flexible hours, subject to department and position eligibility.
Vacation accrual of up to 21 days per year.
Sick leave accrual of up to 21 days per year.
13 paid holidays per year, plus General Election Day when applicable.
Employee training and development opportunities.
County tuition reimbursement program.
Potential eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
Employees’ Retirement System defined benefit pension plan, subject to eligibility.
Voluntary deferred compensation retirement savings plan.
Flexible Spending Plan for eligible dependent care, medical expenses, and insurance premiums.
Health benefit plans for eligible employees.
Employee Assistance Program offering confidential assistance to employees and family members.
Free group life insurance for active employees.
Credit union membership.
Potential eligibility for additional leave types, including family, funeral, leave sharing, military, donor, victims protection, parent-teacher conference, disaster relief, blood bank donation, and jury duty leave.