Surface Water Plant Manager

Position Overview The City of Sugar Land is seeking a full‑time Surface Water Plant Manager in the Utilities Department. Key Responsibilities Be responsible for operations, repair and maintenance of the City’s SWTP. Be responsible for recruiting, hiring, onboarding and managing assigned City staff’s training and professional development. Assign work priorities and standards for City staff and contractors to best accomplish repair and preventive maintenance programs within designated service levels. Ensure division compliance with all applicable federal, state and local regulatory requirements and procedures. Ensure compliance with industry standard safety requirements. Assist in the preparations of the annual surface water treatment operations and maintenance budget by providing needed data and expertise for achieving key performance indicators. Manage the division operations and maintenance budget during the current fiscal year in compliance with City’s policies and procedures. Develop, manage and renew surface water treatment service and supply contracts; track progress to ensure contract compliance; review and approve contract invoices, compare expenditures to available budget, and resolve issues. Be responsible for operations, preventative maintenance, and repairs of assigned vehicles, heavy equipment and other assigned rolling stock in collaboration with Fleet Services. Be responsible for inventory control for all surface water division parts, tools and equipment, including computers, tablets, phones, software, security devices, and other related items. Education & Experience Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Construction Management or a related field from an accredited institution is preferred. High school Diploma or GED is required. More than 5 years of direct supervisory experience in surface water production operations may substitute for a degree. A minimum of 5 years of progressive supervisory experience related to surface water treatment facility operations is required. Municipal experience is a plus. Current TCEQ Class A Water Operator license is required. Valid Texas Class "C" Driver’s License is required. Benefits City‑subsidized medical and dental insurance with a variety of plan options. City‑paid basic life insurance equal to 1× your annual salary and long‑term disability coverage. Voluntary vision, supplemental life coverage for you and your family, Aflac indemnity plans, short‑term disability and pre‑paid legal benefits through Legal Shield. Nine paid holidays and up to 3 floating holidays. Generous vacation package with accruals starting on day 1; paid sick leave; paid parental leave. Robust pension plan with TMRS including the City’s 7 % contribution and 2:1 match. Deferred compensation 457(b) plan available for additional retirement income. Longevity pay for each month of service after the first 13 months. On‑site wellness facilities and programming; access to mental health benefits and resources, including a robust Employee Assistance Program. Employment by Emergency Readiness The citizens of Sugar Land depend on City employees to provide or restore essential public services during emergencies. All employees must be ready to assist in managing the crisis and will be considered essential for the continuity of governmental operations. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sugar Land is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Gfoat