WATER SUPERINTENDENT

JOB SUMMARY
This position is responsible for directing the operations of the Water Department.
MAJOR DUTIES

• Directs the operations of the Water Department.
• Prepares monthly regulatory agency reports.
• Performs plan reviews and inspections.
• Directs water system maintenance and repairs.
• Develops budget proposals and administers approved budgetary funds.
• Reviews department safety procedures; enforces safe work practices.
• Assigns, directs, supervises, evaluates and disciplines personnel.
• Reviews meter readings for accuracy.
• Coordinates service disconnections and reconnections.
• Oversees the operations of the Drinking Water Laboratory; directs the maintenance of equipment; ensures adequate inventory of materials and supplies; reviews sampling and laboratory procedures to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations; reviews lab reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Performs related duties.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of city and departmental policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulatory standards.
• Knowledge of water sampling and testing techniques.
• Knowledge of budget development and management principles.
• Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in planning, organizing, directing and coordinating the work of personnel.
• Skill in the completion of a variety of required reports.
• Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions.
• Skill in the supervision of personnel.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
The Public Works Director assigns work in terms of department goals and objectives. The supervisor reviews work through conferences, reports, and observation of department activities.
GUIDELINES
Guidelines include American Water Works Association standards, state and federal environmental regulations, and the city code of ordinances. These guidelines require judgment, selection and interpretation in application. This position develops department guidelines.
COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

• The work consists of varied management and supervisory duties. Strict regulations contribute to the complexity of the position.
• The purpose of this position is to oversee the operations of the Water Department. Success in this position contributes to the efficient and effective delivery of services to customers.

CONTACTS

• Contacts are typically with co-workers, other city employees, contractors, vendors, customers, and members of the general public.
• Contacts are typically to provide services; to give or exchange information; to resolve problems; to motivate or influence persons; or to justify, defend or negotiate matters.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table. The employee occasionally lifts light objects, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and utilizes the sense of smell.
• The work is typically performed in an office and outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, or irritating chemicals. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
This position has direct supervision over Water Department staff.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field.
• Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the diverse objectives and functions of the subunits in the division/department in order to direct and coordinate work within the division/department, usually interpreted to require three to five years of related experience.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain an appropriate state-certified license for water.

The City of Pooler is a Drug-Free worplace. The City of Pooler does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran/military status, and other statuses protected by Federal or State laws.