Water Facilities Manager

Salary: $94,757.52 - $146,886.48 Annually
Location : 949 NW 38th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309, FL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: NB199-03
Department: Utility Services
Opening Date: 06/18/2026
Closing Date: 6/24/2026 11:59 PM Eastern


POSITION SUMMARY
Please Note: A current Class A Certified Operator's License from the State of Florida in water treatment is Required.
This is technical and administrative work of considerable difficulty directing, controlling, and supervising the City's regional water treatment plant facilities. The employee in this class plans, directs, and manages the operational, maintenance, and regulatory aspects of a water treatment plant(s).


The employee exercises considerable initiative and independent judgment in developing and carrying out the total program, with work subject to review by an administrative supervisor

This is a classified position covered by the Personnel Rules.
This is a Management Category II position which includes e ight (8) additional Management Vacation Days and a Vehicle Allowance of $340/month.

This position shall remain open until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

• Manages the work of assigned personnel; delegates and reviews work assignments; hires, trains, and evaluates employees
• Plans and implements repairs and installation of new equipment; extends or expands water operations; oversees new construction
• Works with engineering and other staff to plan and implement projects; develops bids and specifications for various projects. Able to understand and navigate through engineering drawings and specifications
• Develops plans and procedures for refining, expanding, and instituting water treatment processes, production quotas, and work programs for altering, repairing, extending, or expanding the water operations system
• Makes recommendations for new facilities and equipment, and for modification of existing facilities
• Provides technical assistance to other City departments on problems relating to the water operations system; responds as a subject matter expert on issues involving regulatory compliance, treatment techniques, and management issues within the plant
• Confers with plant supervisors, regulatory representatives, and engineers relative to location and scope of construction affecting the plant and makes recommendations for new facilities and equipment, and for modification
• Works with engineering and other staff to plan and implement projects; develops bids and specifications for various projects
• Processes documents to procure materials, equipment, supplies, and services
• Interfaces with Large Users in the Regional Water System
• Knowledge of City Ordinances, Federal, State, and County regulations.
• Reviews and finalizes monthly operating reports, budget reports, regulatory reports, or any other environmental events
• Develops, writes, and implements standard operating procedures. Prepares regulatory reports to South Florida Water Management District, Broward County Environmental Protection and Growth Management Department, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Monthly Operating Report, etc.
• Ensures compliance with safety regulations and standard operating procedures
• Works around medium voltage, rotating equipment and various hazardous chemicals
• Responds and is deployed as needed during emergencies including atmospheric events, loss of power, chemical releases, etc.
• Prepares development plans for assigned staff including serving as trainer on technical issues as they relate to water production and regulations applicable to the water plants
• Performs necessary duties to foster and implement efforts in specialized activities such as Risk Management Plan (RMP), International Standards Organization (ISO), Effective Utility Management (EUM), etc.
• Prepares the annual operating budget, makes recommendations of new capital improvements for the water plant, and prepares the necessary paperwork to procure materials, chemicals, components, services, etc.
• Ability to prepare documents of a highly technical detail utilizing the MS Office suite of products
• Performs related work as required

JOB REQUIREMENTS, PREFERENCES & WORK ENVIRONMENT

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

1. Have graduated from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, chemical, sanitary engineering or related field.
2. Five (5) or more years of technical experience in all phases of water operations.
3. Two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis for up to two (2) years of the required education with a qualifying relevant Associate's Degree.
4. Previous supervisory experience is required.
5. A current Class A Certified Operator's License from the State of Florida in water treatment is required.
6. Possess or be able to obtain a valid State of Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire.
7. Knowledge of Federal, State, and County regulations related to water and distribution treatment plant operations.
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Suite
9. To claim Veterans' Preference, candidates must attach to the application a copy of military separation papers (DD214) and service-connected disability documentation (if applicable) to meet eligibility requirements as stipulated by Florida Statues. For additional information, please refer to the Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs. (link:

As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.
PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The position involves light physical demands, such as exerting up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Ability to work around medium voltage, rotating equipment and various hazardous chemicals. Capable of wearing a safety mask and/or a respirator.


The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

HOW TO APPLY & SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The City of Fort Lauderdale receives a high volume of applications, so not every applicant who meets the minimum qualifications will be guaranteed an interview. Candidates are selected for interviews based on how closely their education and work experience match the specific requirements of the position.
Applicants will be subject to an extensive selection and screening process, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written; oral and performance-based testing; skills assessment; interview; employment check, background investigation; medical examination; and drug screen. For Public Safety positions, the process additionally includes polygraph examinations and psychological evaluations. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.
All applicants, including current City of Fort Lauderdale employees, need to fully detail their work experience on the employment application. Applicants must ensure that all required documents submitted are in a format that is acceptable, clear, and legible. It is the applicant's responsibility to update their online profile with accurate personal information, work history, education, and certifications each time they submit a new application. Incomplete applications may result in disqualification.
The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace.
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The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance.

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In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City of Fort Lauderdale participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option and requires a 3% contribution from employees. All new City of Fort Lauderdale employees are automatically enrolled in FRS. Click to view additional information on the Florida Retirement System.
01


What is the highest level of accredited college or university education you possess in civil, mechanical, chemical or sanitary engineering; business or public administration; or other appropriate, job-related field?

• No college level education
• Some college level education but no degree
• Relevant Associate's Degree
• Relevant Bachelor's Degree
• Relevant Master's Degree
• None of the above, or college education is in an unrelated field

02


If you possess a college-level degree, please list the degree(s) you have obtained and the area(s) of focus.
03


Do you possess a current Class A Certified Operator's License from the State of Florida in water treatment?

• No
• Yes

04


Do you possess or are you able to obtain a valid State of Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire.

• No
• Yes

05


How many years of technical experience in all phases of water operations do you possess?

• Less than 5 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 or more years

06


Do you possess knowledge of Federal, State, and County regulations related to water and distribution treatment plant operations?

• No
• Yes

07


Do you possess previous supervisory experience?

• No
• Yes

08


Describe your previous supervisory experience. Please indicate if this supervisory experience includes interviewing for vacant positions, developing work plans for direct reports, conducting related performance appraisals, training and coaching. Also, include the number of years of such supervisory experience, the employer(s) where you gained such experience, and the largest number of employees you supervised at any one time. If none, enter, "None".
09


Are you proficient in using Microsoft Suite?

• No
• Yes

10


Describe your proficiency levels (beginner, intermediate, advanced, or expert) and typical tasks you are able to perform in Microsoft Suite applications.
11


Please provide the following information for your answers to the remaining questions (#12 through #14): Describe in detail your experience with the work activities listed, include the name of the employer(s) where you gained the experience and the approximate percentage of total work time spent on the activity. Do you understand how to answer the next 3 questions based on these directions?

• Yes
• No

12


Developing plans and procedures for refining, expanding and instituting water treatment processes.
13


Developing procedures for responding to complaints. Include the most difficult complaint you have resolved.
14


Making recommendations for new facilities and equipment and/or modification of existing facilities.
Required Question