Water/Wastewater Utility Manager

Prairie Island Indian Community•Welch Township, MN

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Water/Wastewater Utility Manager is responsible for the daily operation, maintenance, regulatory compliance, staff supervision, process control, reporting, and infrastructure stewardship of the Prairie Island Indian Community water and wastewater utility systems. The Water/Wastewater Utility Manager is skilled in the operations and maintenance of water and wastewater treatment and in laboratory testing of same. Manager is responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of the Water and Wastewater Department.

Requirements

Associates degree in Water/Wastewater and minimum six (6) years of water/wastewater experience or equivalent combination of education/experience
Class A Wastewater license
Class C Water license
Type 4 Biosolids license
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in using a computer and common computer software programs (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Teams)
Strong experience with computer applications, including Scada
Knowledge of GIS & GPS
Knowledge of Mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems
Ability to manage departmental budget and control labor costs
Ability to work independently and effectively with minimal supervision
Ability to work well within the existing team and government structure
Sensitive to Native American Culture
Must pass drug screen (UA) and a criminal background check
Valid driver’s license and proof of insurability

Nice To Haves

Commercial Driver’s license (CDL)
Ten (10) years of water/wastewater experience
Familiarity and experience with utility water/wastewater projects

Responsibilities

Hire, schedule, train, coach, and evaluate staff and conduct performance reviews
Promote professionalism, accountability, teamwork, and respectful workplace conduct.
Direct daily work activities and inspect completed work for conformance to standards
Develop an annual budget, and maintain controls on financials, including labor costs, to maximize efficiency and effectiveness of operations
Implement policies, procedures and processes for enhanced day-to-day operations of department in alignment with strategic plan
Manage the daily operations of PIIC Class “C” water plant and Class “A” Wastewater Plant
Maintain filing and reporting system of all activities in the Water/Wastewater Department
Supervise all lab tests conducted at the water and wastewater plants
Prepare reports as requested and attends Tribal Council meetings as requested
Prepare and submit monthly and annual reports to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as required
Maintains, inspects and oversees the operation of the tribal utility’s collection and distribution system
Coordinate with outside agencies to ensure satisfactory work performance on any projects as required by Tribal Council
Maintain Wastewater pond as needed; includes repairs or fixes as necessary and keeps berm mowed and fence line clean
Perform routine maintenance on water and wastewater equipment
Maintains written records on same on a weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual basis of all regulatory requirements
Monitor and maintain SCADA systems, telemetry systems, and operational controls.
Schedule routine and special maintenance for all vehicles and mowers and the department must perform those tasks that do not require specialized expertise
Coordinate contractors, engineers, vendors, consultants, and regulatory agencies on utility-related projects
Assist the Director with infrastructure planning, capital improvement planning, and long-term asset replacement forecasting.
Respond to any water or wastewater complaints and reports; including homes on tribal land
Grant administration
Other duties assigned