Wastewater Operations Manager

Job Description Summary Department - Regional Wastewater Reclamation Job Description OPEN TO CURRENT PIMA COUNTY EMPLOYEES ONLY Job Type: Classified Job Classification: 5304 - Wastewater Operations Manager Salary Grade: 15 Pay Range Hiring Range: $69,908 - $83,886 Annually Pay Range: $69,908 - $97,864 Annually Range Explanation: Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity. Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position. Welcome to the realm of wastewater management, where dedicated individuals like you play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance (O&M) of this vital infrastructure. Your expertise and certification levels are instrumental in the effective functioning of the County's largest Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility. We are proud to be an award-winning industry leader in the management and sustainability of the water reclamation cycle and other renewable resources. If you are looking to join a dynamic team that has an essential impact on your local community, we encourage you to apply. Essential Functions: As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor. Plans, organizes, supervises, and coordinates wastewater treatment operations or sewage conveyance system activities, including treatment processes, collection systems, pumping facilities, odor and vector control programs, and related administrative and technical functions; Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements, including NPDES, APP, biosolids, stormwater, and other permit mandates; Supervises, trains, evaluates, and develops staff; oversees workforce scheduling, orientation, continuing education, industrial safety programs, and employee performance management; Responds to operational emergencies by coordinating treatment and maintenance personnel, directing corrective actions, and communicating with internal departments and external agencies; Inspects treatment plants, facilities, conveyance systems, and equipment to evaluate operational efficiency, maintenance needs, regulatory compliance, and quality control standards; Reviews and analyzes operational data, records, and regulatory requirements to recommend and implement improvements to processes, policies, procedures, and system performance; Coordinates maintenance activities, equipment repairs, contractor services, and interdepartmental projects to ensure uninterrupted operations and service delivery; Participates in capital improvement planning, construction plan reviews, and infrastructure enhancement initiatives, recommending changes to facilities, equipment, and operational systems; Develops, monitors, and administers operating budgets, forecasts expenditures, and manages resource allocation for assigned facilities or operational units; Oversees administrative support functions, including maintenance scheduling, data collection, recordkeeping, operational documentation, and regulatory reporting activities; Collaborates in the planning, implementation, and administration of vector control, odor control, and other specialized operational programs and projects; Serves in the absence of the Field Operations Manager or Wastewater Treatment Plant Manager, including responsibility for regulatory certifications, compliance reporting, notices of violation, and related managerial duties. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in civil or sanitary engineering, management, biological science, hydrology, chemistry, environmental technology, environmental science, environmental engineering, or closely related field as defined by the appointing authority at time of recruitment AND four years of experience in management, administration, construction, installation or operation and maintenance of sewer collection, or treatment systems, or other wastewater facilities, plus one year of supervisory experience (which may be concurrent with general experience). (Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.) OR: Four years of experience with Pima County as a Wastewater Operations & Maintenance Technician Supervisor, or as a Public Works Crew Supervisor, or related position as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment. OR: Four years of experience in the operation and maintenance of an advanced, complex wastewater/water facility , INCLUDING one year in a supervisory or managerial capacity. (Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.) Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application. Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.): Minimum five (5) years experience in the operation of a Grade 4 wastewater facility (Section R18-5-114). Additional ADEQ Certification/s (Collections/Water Treatment/Water Distribution). Minimum five (5) years experience supervising, training, and evaluating employees. Experience with/knowledge of planning, organizing, supervising, and coordinating wastewater treatment processes. Experience communicating both orally and in writing. Selection Procedure: Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process. Supplemental Information: Licenses and Certificates: Applicant must possess an ADEQ Certification as a Grade 4 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator at the time of application. Some positions require State of Arizona Structural Pest Control Commission Arizona Restricted Use Pesticide Certificate. All positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at the time of application. Failure to obtain or maintain the required certification or licensure shall be grounds for termination. Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record. Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. This position will require a post-job offer physical and/or drug screen. Physical/Sensory Requirements: This position requires sufficient body flexibility, mobility, stamina, and balance to allow for standing, walking, sitting, grasping and manipulation of work objects, frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and climbing stairs and ladders. This position may require kneeling, squatting, and the lifting of objects up to fifty pounds, pushing and pulling of objects up to seventy-five pounds. Essential to this position is corrected or sufficient vision; the ability to see, read and interpret written information, manuals, gages, including distinguishing various colors. Essential to this position is corrected or sufficient hearing and the ability to hear and comprehend voice communication in-person, over a radio and phone, and to hear operating equipment. This position requires some outside work, including inclement and hot weather, and exposure to waterborne pathogens/agents, hazardous materials and gases, water hazards and wet/slippery surfaces, odors, fumes, humidity, dirt, dust, electric arc flash potential, traffic hazards, venomous pests, and uneven surfaces. Action Activity - bending, climbing, crawling, kneeling, reaching, squatting, stooping; Motion Activity - grasping and fine movement; Hearing Activity - in noisy areas, on a radio, behind themselves, equipment alarms; Speaking Activity - in person, on a phone, on a radio; Vision Activity - operate motor vehicle; operate machinery, distinguish color, depth perception and peripheral vision. Frequently required to lift, push or pull objects weighing up to 75 pounds. Working Conditions: This position requires some outside work, including during inclement and hot weather, and exposure to waterborne pathogens/agents, hazardous materials and gases. Also exposure to water hazards, wet/slippery surfaces, odors, fumes, humidity, dirt, dust, electric arc flash potential, traffic hazards, venomous pests, and uneven surfaces. EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law. Pima County stands out as an exceptional workplace, offering a supportive environment that fosters professional growth and personal satisfaction. As one of the largest employers in the region, Pima County prioritizes its commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique contributions of each employee. Embracing innovation and collaboration, Pima County provides multiple opportunities in which individuals can make a meaningful impact on their community. One of the key advantages of working for Pima County is its comprehensive benefits package. Employees enjoy competitive salaries, generous health insurance coverage, and retirement plans that contribute to long-term financial security. Pima County recognizes the importance of a healthy work-life balance, offering flexible work schedules, a generous family leave policy and wellness programs that prioritize employee well-being. Furthermore, Pima County takes pride in fostering a culture of continuous learning and development. Employees benefit from opportunities for professional advancement through training programs, workshops, and educational reimbursement programs. In addition, a County-wide employee recognition program rewards employees who exemplify the County values of being accountable, respectful and ethical as well as providing great customer service. By joining Pima County, individuals become part of a dedicated team working towards a common goal: enhancing the quality of life for residents and building a vibrant future. Pima County is not just an employer; it's a community that values its employees, encourages their growth, and invests in their success.