Alum Creek Wastewater Operations Manager

Delaware, County of•Lewis Center, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Delaware County, Ohio —one of the fastest-growing counties in the state—and play a vital role in supporting the communities that call it home. We are seeking a Wastewater Operations Manager to lead critical wastewater operations and help ensure safe, reliable, and efficient services for a rapidly growing population. This is more than a management position—it’s an opportunity to serve your community, lead a dedicated team, and help shape the future of one of Ohio’s most dynamic counties. If you’re ready to bring your leadership, technical expertise, and commitment to public service to a growing organization, Delaware County wants you on our team. The Operations Manager is responsible for managing the operation of a regional wastewater treatment facility or multiple package plants within the DCRSD. Individual reports to the Operations Superintendent.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology or related field; or high school diploma or equivalent, combined with a minimum of five years’ experience in the wastewater field; or nine years of directly relevant work experience
Must possess an Ohio EPA Class III Wastewater Operator certificate
Must obtain an Ohio EPA Class IV Wastewater Operator certificate by 36 months from date of hire to maintain employment
Must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record
Must meet and maintain qualifications for driving on County business at all times, including insurability
All required licenses and certificates must be maintained as a condition of continued employment

Responsibilities

Supervises and ensures the efficient operation of a wastewater treatment facility
Supervises staff involved with the wastewater treatment programs including, but not limited to, assigning work, planning, monitoring performance (including safety practices) and training employees
Analyzes and makes necessary operational changes to insure efficient operation of the wastewater treatment facility
Inspects and requests necessary maintenance requirements for scheduling, enters work orders on maintenance program, helps prioritize maintenance needs for facility, monitors progress of work orders
Supervises laboratory within the wastewater treatment facility
Establishes, maintains, and performs training for a laboratory chemical hygiene plan and overall laboratory safety as required by Local, State and Federal regulations
Establishes wastewater laboratory quality control/quality assurance within Ohio EPA requirements
Attends meetings and assists in annual inspections to industrial and commercial accounts as required by the Operations Superintendent
Manages the DCRSD biosolids conveyance and hauling program including both land application and land filling processes
Secures approved land application sites through application to the Ohio EPA and the transfer and disposal of biosolids to landfill
Prepares daily, weekly, monthly and annual reports as required by the Operations Superintendent and the Ohio EPA including, but not limited to, the daily operator of record log, project task lists, monthly e-DMR, annual SSO reports, annual sludge reports, NPDES permit renewals, and effectively corresponds with the Ohio EPA on the annual compliance inspection reports and other correspondence as required
Coordinates the procurement of various products and services required by the DCRSD including the preparation of bid specifications, evaluation, product performance testing, contract preparation and recommendation for the selection of the best bidder to the Operations Superintendent
Plans, schedules, organizes and supervises the work of the facility personnel, including time and attendance scheduling, authorizing overtime and sick, compensatory or vacation leave
Assigns work, plans work schedule, monitors and trains employees
Conducts inspections and maintains assigned work areas, as required
Maintains a complete inventory of all department tools and equipment
Consistently administers and enforces rules, regulations and department policies
Serves on the DCRSD’s Joint Health and Safety Committee and assists with the administration of safety policies and procedures
Prepares preliminary budgets for operation and maintenance of the department
Monitors the department’s budget and makes necessary adjustments throughout the fiscal year
Reviews and recommends staffing, scheduling and equipment needs to Operations Superintendent
Approves bi-weekly payroll for subordinate employees
In conjunction with the Operations Superintendent and Human Resources, prepares responses to grievances per the Collective Bargaining Agreement
Performs any related essential functions as required
Other duties as assigned