WWTP Operational Supervisor

Edmonds Wastewater Treatment Plant Operational Supervisor

Applications received through Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at 4:30 PM will receive priority first review. This position will remain opened until filled but may be closed at any time a qualified candidate is selected.

Under general direction, plans, organizes and coordinates the operational activities of the City's Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant; ensures requirements and permits are in compliance with local, state and federal agencies; supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned staff; is responsible for planning and scheduling the work of assigned staff; implementing the WWTP's safety program, nurturing facility's culture of "Safety-First"; implementing programs, policies and procedures that create efficient operations and fiscal responsibility. This position may perform the duties of the WWTP Manager during their absence.

New hires generally start between $9,515.00 and $10,490.50 per month. Placement within the position's full wage scale is based on qualifications and professional experience. The full wage scale for this position is between $9,515.00 and $12,750.50 per month.

The Edmonds Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) is a regional facility. The plant maintains an accredited laboratory where the chemical, physical, and bacteriological processes that treat the wastewater are analyzed. The majority of staff require specialized training, knowledge, experience, and certifications. Based on need, the plant is staffed 14 to 24 hours/day, 365 days/year.

The City of Edmonds is a beautiful community on the Puget Sound waterfront with a population of 43,510 (MRSC_2025) and is the gateway to the Olympic peninsula via the state ferry system. Edmonds provides a full range of services, including contracted fire services, police services a municipal court, a community pool, a regional performing arts facility, public works and utilities, a regional wastewater treatment facility, along with community events and services through our Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services Department. Six department directors report directly to the Mayor and oversee approximately 264 full–time-equivalent employees.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and coordinate a variety of programs, projects and activities as assigned by the Manager related to the operation and maintenance of the City's wastewater treatment plant. This function will include design of new processes, programs, and policies as well as the necessary communication and education to successfully implement them.
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of daily facility Operations staff, ensuring operational targets are met; schedule staff and assign shifts to ensure adequate coverage; provide coaching, technical training, and development opportunities; manage performance and recommend corrective action, if needed.
• Promote a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Act as management lead on the WWTP safety committee.
• Supervise confined space entry, chemical handling, operational safety, PPE, safety equipment, and spill response compliance.
• During periods of absence of WWTP Manager, assume Manager roles and responsibilities as assigned.
• Assure compliance with NPDES permit and all other regulatory requirements,
• Prepare, organize, and maintain a wide variety of reports, records and files related to assigned activities and personnel.
• Identify and troubleshoot operational issues and collaborate with Regulatory Supervisor on compliance-driven changes.
• Review and process data, monitor results, develop operating strategies and procedures, troubleshoot problems, and identify and perform reactive operational adjustments.
• Provide input to the Manager for the O&M budget process, recommend and plan capital projects, control and authorize expenditures in accordance with established limitations.
• Serve as primary point of contact for Ecology, EPA, and regional agencies on compliance matters. Support the WWTP Manager in regulatory communications, negotiations, and inspections.
• Communicate with personnel and outside organizations to coordinate activities and programs, resolve issues and conflicts and exchange information.
• Provide technical expertise, information and assistance to the Manager regarding assigned functions, assist as needed in the formulation and development of policies, procedures and programs.
• Operate a computer and other office equipment as assigned, maintain current knowledge of plant instrumentation and control systems, drive a vehicle to various sites to inspect work.
• Attend and conduct a variety of meetings as assigned, represent the City at a variety of meetings away from the plant site as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience: Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Water and Wastewater Technology, Civil Engineering, or related field AND five years of progressively responsible experience in wastewater treatment plant operations that includes two years of staff supervisory responsibility; preferably in a municipal or public sector environment. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience which allows the incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of the position may also be considered.

• A valid Driver's license is required at time of hire. A State of Washington Driver's License is required within 30 days from date of hire.
• State of Washington Group III Wastewater Operator Certification upon hire. Must obtain a Group IV within 1 year from hire date.
• CPR and First Aid card within 6 months of hire.
• Other certifications/licenses may be required within a specified period of time after hire.
• A criminal background check is required following a conditional offer of employment. Criminal history is not an automatic employment disqualifier. Results are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

This is a City identified safety sensitive position and requires a pre-employment drug screening following a conditional offer of employment.

Supplemental Information

Working Conditions:

• Indoor/outdoor work environment
• Driving a vehicle to conduct work
• Working in a confined or classified space

Physical Abilities:

• Hearing, speaking or otherwise communicating to exchange information in person or on the phone.
• Operate a variety of grounds equipment and power and hand tools.
• Operate a computer keyboard or other office equipment.
• Read a variety of materials and instruments and possess close vision, far vision, side vision, depth perception, night vision and color vision.
• Ascending/descending ladders
• Lifting/ carrying or otherwise moving or transporting heavy objects, frequently up to 50lbs.
• Sitting/standing or otherwise remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time
• Walking or otherwise moving over rough or uneven surfaces while performing inspections and investigations.
• Performing repetitive motions, including balancing, stooping, kneeling, bending, crouching, crawling, reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally, and standing, pushing, pulling and using stairs.
• Working in tight spaces
• Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment based on required City Policy.

Hazards:

• Exposure to chemicals, used in Wastewater treatment including but not limited to Sodium Hypochlorite, Caustic Soda, Bisulfate, Polymers, Clay, Lime and Carbon.
• Exposure to raw and treated sewage, odors associated with sewage treatment, high heat and moving equipment.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, herbicides and dust.
• Working at heights using ladders and structures
• Working around and with sometimes noisy machinery having moving parts
• Exposure to slippery surfaces, damp spaces while cleaning in and around equipment.
• Exposure to electrical power supply and high voltage.