Wastewater Operations Supervisor

Cape Fear Public Utility Authority•2311 N. 23rd Street, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Incumbents in this position are responsible for supervising and participating in the operation of wastewater treatment facilities. This position is assigned to pay grade R30. The Cape Fear Public Utility Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to foster, maintain, and promote equal employment on the basis of qualifications and without regard to age, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), race, color, creed, religion, national origin, disability, or genetic disorder. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment status of all person hired to work in the United States. Cape Fear Public Utility Authority participates in E-Verify.

Requirements

Associate degree in environmental science, biology, chemistry, engineering or any related course study.
Three (3) years of professional work experience including managerial experience in a utility in collections system, water operations, wastewater operations or any related work field.
High school diploma or GED with five (5) years of related experience in lieu of associate's degree.
Requires Grade “3” Wastewater certification or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire.

Nice To Haves

Wastewater Collections certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develops plans and programming, formulates budgetary data, assigns job duties, conducts employee evaluations, prepares contractual obligations, develops educational safety curriculum, and reports parameters as they relate to the overall performance of the plant.
Coordinates with maintenance supervisor on equipment repair needs.
Maintains inventory of parts, equipment, and chemicals.
Monitors SCADA system and evaluates plant processes.
Prepares required reports.
Check lab results.
Informs personnel of changes to operating parameters, state regulations, and CFPUA policies.
Provides tours to groups, organizations, state officials and regulatory agents.
Inspects plant systems to ensure compliance with safety regulations, cleanliness, and efficiency.
Assists in the preparation and maintenance of the department budget.
Participates in the plant safety program.
Prepares and/or processes purchase orders.
Accountable for inventory/property management.
This position is a member of the organization management team and is responsible for demonstrating and holding others accountable to the CFPUA values.
This position is required to work in partnership with their own department and all other CFPUA departments toward achieving organizational goals.
This position is responsible for creating a culture of belonging and inclusion.
This position works in partnership with the Human Resources department to ensure staff completes all relevant employment training.
This position is responsible for ensuring compliance with all CFPUA policies and procedures.
This position works in partnership with the Human Resources department to ensure compliance with federal and state employment law.
Makes recommendations that impact the budget.
Manages the budget within an assigned department.
Exercises a purchasing authority up to $1,000 without approval from supervisor.
Performs other related job duties as assigned.
In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties.