Operations Manager - Utilities - Water/Wastewater Treatment

Salary : $97,614.40 - $110,302.40 Annually
Location : Davie, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 24-075
Department: Utilities
Opening Date: 08/08/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Hours of Work: Monday-Friday, 8 hour days. Have the ability to work nights and weekends when needed.


Description
SEE SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION SECTION FOR BENEFITS AND INCENTIVES
The incumbent is responsible for the planning, budgeting, staffing, organizing and directing of activities for a municipal water treatment system, wastewater treatment system, reclaimed water treatment system and auxiliary program areas. The incumbent manages subordinate personnel engaged in operating, planning, repairing and maintaining the municipal water, waste water, and reclaimed treatment systems. Supervision is exercised over skilled and semiskilled subordinates by personal observation and review of completed projects. The employee exercises extensive initiative and independent judgment in solving problems as they develop in order to maintain the continuous, effective, efficient and safe operation of the facilities. Work is reviewed through conferences, reports and observation of the operational success and efficiency of the systems and achievement of objectives. Work is performed with wide latitude in the use of independent judgment and selection of work methods and procedures, subject to executive direction and review by the Utilities Director or designee.
Minimum Requirements (Must meet by the closing date of the posting unless otherwise stated)
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Graduation from High School or GED equivalency;
• Ten (10) to twelve (12) years' progressively responsible experience in operations and maintenance of water and wastewater treatment plants;
• Five (5) years working in a supervisory or administrative capacity.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS

• Possess a FDEP Class "A" water treatment operator license OR Class "A" Wastewater Treatment Operator license.

(Must obtain second license within eighteen (18) months of employment).

• Ability to obtain the SEDA Membrane Operator Certification within two (2) years of employment.
• Possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Must not have any driver's license suspensions within five (5) years of the date of this application, not insurance related.

Preferred

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Engineering or the Sciences.

Essential Functions

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Prepares and monitors the budget for this division, including recommending savings and approving expenditures.
• Oversees the division payroll process; directs training and safety programs for personnel; makes decisions regarding hiring, discipline and promotion of subordinates; authorizes leave of absence and overtime; reviews employees' performance; makes recommendations on employee/labor relations issues.
• Coordinates the daily operations of the Division; establishes operational and administrative policies, relays needed instruction and procedural revisions to the senior management staff and keeps staff informed on matters that pertain to their operations.
• Plans and supervises the operations and maintenance of water, wastewater and reclaimed water treatment plants as well as auxiliary services; oversees testing of equipment; enforces safety precautions for employees and the public; estimates costs for system projects.
• Directs preventive maintenance programs; reviews daily work orders and payroll for accuracy; oversees movable and fixed assets inventory; verifies monthly expense reports; prepares annual Divisional program budgets.
• Confers with and advises staff on difficult technical problems in their assigned areas.
• Develops and implements, as needed, plans for emergencies in the Division; communicates emergency plans with the public.
• Responds to citizen calls for service and assigns priority to repairs; ensures notification of residents and businesses of temporary water or sewer service interruptions.
• Investigates or refers complaints to appropriate division and follows through to insure compliance with instructions and directives.
• Authorizes and recommends purchases of supplies and equipment; conducts staff meetings with subordinates and coordinates division training programs.
• Consults with engineers regarding new construction; recommends additions and replacement of water and wastewater collection systems; maintains service and maintenance records of underground utility repair and construction.
• Effectively and positively represents the Town in delivering and performing work with colleagues and clients, irrespective of gender, race, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or belief, or sexual orientation.
• Establish and maintain effective and professional relationships with work colleagues, supervisors and managers.

Supplemental Information

Current Incentives/Benefits:

• Utilities Incentive (Due to terminate on September 30,2026)
• $100/pay period
• $1000 - paid out in June 2026 (prorated based on hire date)

• Health Insurance
  • 100% paid by the Town for single coverage, 50% paid by the Town for dependents.
• Leave :
  • Holidays - 13 days per year.
  • Sick Leave - 3.69 hours accrued per pay period
  • Vacation Leave - Accrue 2 weeks per year, accrual rate increases every 5 years (capped at 4 weeks after 10 years of service).
  • Birthday Leave - 1 day per year after successfully passing probation
  • Quality Service - 1 day per year after successfully passing probation and other conditions.
  • Wellness Days - 2 days per year after successfully passing probation.
• Pension/Retirement :
  • Town Sponsored Pension - mandatory 3% contributions per pay period.
  • 457 Deferred Compensation Plan - Employee is entitled to make voluntary contributions through the payroll to the Town sponsored 457 deferred compensation plan only.
• Uniforms : Provided by the Department.

PLEASE READ THE BELOW IMPORTANT INFORMATION

APPLICATION ASSISTANCE/INFORMATION:

• Licenses/Certifications : If a positon requires a license and/or certification, it is the responsibility of the candidate to obtain and maintain them as a condition of employment.
• Foreign Credentials (Degrees, Diplomas and/or Transcripts : Original credential evaluation reports showing the United States equivalency for academic credentials earned in other countries must be provided. Click the following link for a list of credentialed agencies:
• Status Updates/Communication: please ensure your email address is valid and you continuously check this account for any status updates from the Department.
• Incomplete fields : all fields must be completed, putting "see resume" on the application will not suffice. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Required documentation : copies of any certifications, licenses or competencies from an accredited institution must be submitted with your application by closing date of posting unless otherwise stated.
• Military personnel records : to request your completed military personnel record, go to archives.gov
• E-Verify : Candidates will be required to verify employment by submitting acceptable documents as evidence of identity and employment authorization.
• Assistance with online application : for assistance with your online applicant account, use the online Help Guide or contact the Applicants Support Line at View phone number on click.appcast.io or Email: View email address on click.appcast.io. Applicant Support is available between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday.
• Additional assistance : for other inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

REGULATIONS/ACCOMMODATIONS

• EEO Policy : it is the policy of the Town to prohibit discrimination in hiring, promotion, compensation, discharge, and all terms and conditions of employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, gender identity(inclusive of a person's actual or perceived sex, and includes self-image, appearance behavior or expression, whether or not different from that traditionally associated with legal sex assigned to the person at birth), marital status, military status, political affiliation, genetic information, sexual orientation, or retaliation for reporting same.
• Tobacco Policy : the Town of Davie has a policy that requires employees hired on or after January 4, 2016 to be a non-user of tobacco products six (6) months prior to their employment with the Town as well as commit to non-usage during their employment. Candidates for employment who are impacted by the Town of Davie's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after six (6) months.
• Reasonable Accommodations : applicants requesting reasonable accommodation during the job application process may contact the Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io.
• E-Verify : the Town of Davie participates in E-Verify. Federal Law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. For more information on E-Verify, please contact View phone number on click.appcast.io.
• Veterans' Preference : the Town of Davie will grant Veterans' Preference to eligible veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States in compliance with applicable federal and state laws concerning Veterans' Preference. Eligible applicants must submit a DD-214 Member 4 form and
• Essential Employees : Employees may be required to work during emergency events/situations as determined by supervisor.

The Town of Davie offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, life, and long term disability insurance.

For a more detailed overview of our benefits package,
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Do you currently possess a Bachelor's Degree or higher in Business or Public Administration, Engineering or the Sciences.

• Yes
• No

02


Do you possess a FDEP Class "A" Water Treatment Operator license and Class "A" Wastewater Treatment Operator License?

• Yes
• No

03


If you do not possess a FDEP Class "A" Water Treatment Operator license and Class "A" Wastewater Treatment Operator License, do you have the ability to obtain them within eighteen (18) months of employment?
04


Do you possess ten (10) years to twelve (12) years experience of progressively responsible experience in operations and maintenance of water and wastewater treatment plants?

• Yes
• No

05


If you marked "Yes" to the above question, please describe your experience?
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Do you possess five (5) years experience working in a supervisory or administrative capacity in operations and maintenance of water and wastewater treatment plants?

• Yes
• No

07


If you marked "Yes" to the above question, please describe your experience?
08


Are you able to obtain SEDA Membrane Operator Certification within two (2) years of employment?

• Yes
• No

09


Have you had a suspended and/or revoked driver's license within the past sixty (60) months (not insurance related)?

• Yes
• No

10


Are you aware that as part of the selection process, you will have to meet the minimum requirements of each of the following: an oral assessment, background investigation, and a medical examination which includes a drug screening test and physical examination?

• Yes
• No

11


Have you previously submitted an application for employment with the Town of Davie?

• Yes
• No

12


Have you used any tobacco products within the past six (6) months including nicotine and E-Cigarettes?

• Yes
• No

13


If you selected "Yes" to the question above please list the last date you used tobacco products.
Required Question