Water Division Manager

City of South Gate•Santa Ana, CA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction, plans, organizes, oversees, coordinates, and reviews the work of staff performing difficult and complex professional, technical, and administrative support related to all programs and activities of the City’s water utilities, including assisting with long and short term project planning, overseeing the design, construction, maintenance, and operations of all water utility infrastructure, water quality inspection services, and other programs; and performs related work as required. The Water Division Manager is a single position classification that manages the operation and maintenance of the City’s water system and associated water programs. The incumbent is distinguished from the Water Distribution Foreman and Water Operation Foreman in that the incumbent is responsible for, but not limited to, the overall operation of the Water Division.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or GED.
A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Public Administration, Organizational Management, Water Science or a close related field.
Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the operation and maintenance of water system equipment, water production, and facilities including two years of supervisory experience.
Possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record.
Possession of a Grade II California State Department of Health Services Water Treatment Certificate.
Possession of a Grade V California State Department of Health Services Water Distribution Certificate.
Must be able to respond to emergency calls and operational requirements of Water System on a 7 day/24 hour basis.

Nice To Haves

Additional years of progressively responsible experience in the above referenced areas may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

Plans, manages, organizes, inspects, oversees and evaluates the daily functions, operations, installation and maintenance of the City’s water utility systems including water treatment, distribution, water quality inspection services, and regulatory compliance.
Reviews and interprets water projects plans and specifications.
Conducts safety and other meetings.
Represents the City at meetings and conferences.
Complies with the reporting, testing and other Federal, State, County and local laws as related to the Water Division.
Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned areas.
Ensures and provides personnel supervision, selection, training, evaluation, and proposes disciplinary action as appropriate in a timely manner.
Provides recommendation for departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
Coordinates assigned activities with other City departments and outside agencies; provides support to the Director of Public Works and/or Field Operations Manager, and others in areas of water utility expertise.
Receives, investigates, and responds to difficult and sensitive problems and complaints in a professional manner; identifies and reports findings and takes necessary corrective action.
Provides technical information and instruction regarding applicable procedures and methods; interprets and explains rules, regulations and procedures; answers questions, resolves concerns, and makes oral presentations.
Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of water system maintenance and operations; researches emerging products and enhancements and their applicability to City needs.
Purchases all equipment, supplies, materials and ensures compliance with the City’s Purchasing policies and procedures; reviews and manages contracts.
Prepares cost estimates, bid specifications and requests for proposals.
Assists in budget preparation and related supplemental requests for the Water Division.
Monitors budget expenditures and revenues to ensure consistency with adopted Division budget.
Prepares, reviews and completes various reports including City Council Agenda Bills and division-related documentation, contracts and correspondence.
Performs other duties as assigned.