Water Distribution Supervisor

City of Santa Barbara, CA•Santa Barbara, CA

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About The Position

The City of Santa Barbara Department of Water Resources is seeking a knowledgeable and professional Water Distribution Supervisor to lead a dedicated team in the operation, maintenance, and repair of the City's potable and recycled water distribution systems. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the delivery of safe and reliable drinking water to the community by maintaining compliance with State and Federal regulations. The Water Distribution Supervisor oversees the operation, maintenance, and replacement of water distribution assets, and supports both operational and capital improvement projects. Responsibilities include planning, scheduling, and assigning staff to maintenance programs for water mains, pressure-reducing stations, pump stations, reservoirs, and related infrastructure. The role also includes oversight of customer service, emergency response, and planning functions. This position participates in the recruitment, training, and professional development of staff, ensuring adherence to City policies and procedures. The Supervisor promotes safe work practices, conducts safety training, and addresses performance issues as needed. They are responsible for developing and reviewing operational reports, analyzing data, and making adjustments to meet performance goals. Additional duties include assisting in the development and implementation of strategic initiatives, preparing and administering budgets, and managing procurement processes for materials and equipment. The Supervisor also ensures accurate documentation of staff time, material usage, and equipment data for individual tasks and assets. They respond to and resolve complex and sensitive inquiries or complaints from both staff and the public. The ideal candidate will be an active leader with strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to public service. This position may also be assigned special projects and is expected to ensure all work is completed safely and thoroughly before, during, and after execution. NOTE: Incumbents may be required to be on standby, including holidays and weekends, for after-hour's responses to emergency situations at any hour as needed. Distinguishing Characteristics Employees within this class are distinguished from the Senior Water Distribution Operator by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned including full supervisory responsibilities for all positions within the maintenance staff class and overall responsibilities for maintenance activities and operations. Employees at this level are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

Requirements

Knowledge of: Operations, services and activities of a comprehensive water distribution system maintenance and repair program.
Knowledge of: Procedures, methods, practices, materials and equipment commonly used in a water distribution system maintenance and repair program.
Knowledge of: Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
Knowledge of: Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
Knowledge of: Principles and procedures of record keeping.
Knowledge of: Databases including CMMS, GIS, and SCADA.
Knowledge of: Basic principles of municipal budget preparation and control.
Knowledge of: Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.
Ability to: Supervise, organize, and review the work of personnel.
Ability to: Select, supervise, train and evaluate staff.
Ability to: Interpret, explain and enforce City and departmental policies and procedures.
Ability to: Ensure crew compliance with Federal, State and local rules, laws and regulations.
Ability to: Maintain accurate records and prepare clear and concise reports.
Ability to: Operate and maintain machinery and equipment related to the maintenance, repair and alterations of water distribution facilities.
Ability to: Read and interpret engineering blueprints, specifications and technical manuals.
Ability to: Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Ability to: Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities
Four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in the maintenance, repair, and installation of water distribution systems including lead level or supervisory responsibility.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Possession of a California State Department of Drinking Water (DDW) Water Distribution Operator D5 certification at the time of appointment.

Nice To Haves

Associates or bachelor's degree in water Science, engineering, biology, public policy, or related field is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Oversees the operation, maintenance, and replacement of water distribution assets, and supports both operational and capital improvement projects.
Planning, scheduling, and assigning staff to maintenance programs for water mains, pressure-reducing stations, pump stations, reservoirs, and related infrastructure.
Oversight of customer service, emergency response, and planning functions.
Participates in the recruitment, training, and professional development of staff, ensuring adherence to City policies and procedures.
Promotes safe work practices, conducts safety training, and addresses performance issues as needed.
Responsible for developing and reviewing operational reports, analyzing data, and making adjustments to meet performance goals.
Assisting in the development and implementation of strategic initiatives, preparing and administering budgets, and managing procurement processes for materials and equipment.
Ensures accurate documentation of staff time, material usage, and equipment data for individual tasks and assets.
Respond to and resolve complex and sensitive inquiries or complaints from both staff and the public.
Ensure all work is completed safely and thoroughly before, during, and after execution.