City of Abilene
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Supervisor I/II- Stormwater
Under the direction of the Division Manager - Stormwater and Supervisor III - Stormwater, responsible for planning, assigning, reviewing, and participating in the work of crews maintaining the stormwater drainage system. Duties may include construction and maintenance activities within all areas of the Abilene city limits related to the Stormwater Division's responsibilities.
Supervisor III - Stormwater
Under the direction of the Division Manager - Stormwater, responsible for leading, planning, assigning, reviewing, and supervising multiple projects and employees involved in the operation of the City's Stormwater System. This position also assists the Division Manager with day-to-day activities and projects to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and the requirements of the MS4 permit.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
This position exercises supervision over stormwater crew members and personnel.
IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Organizes and assigns work, making necessary adjustments to operating methods and procedures in response to changes in work patterns, equipment, and staff capabilities.
Schedules, supervises, and reviews the work of crews performing drainage system construction and maintenance activities, including mowing, creek maintenance, drainage improvements, and street sweeping.
Receives, investigates, and resolves service requests and public complaints.
Inspects creek channels, drainage ditches, pumps, and related structures for required maintenance and repairs.
Prioritizes, plans, and schedules both reactive and proactive work assignments.
Logistical maintenance of the City's stormwater infrastructure, resources, administrative material, tool inventory, uniforms, heavy equipment, chemicals, hazardous materials, replacement parts, basic consumables, warehousing space, and safety equipment.
Manages logistical maintenance of the City's stormwater infrastructure, including resources, administrative materials, tool inventory, uniforms, heavy equipment, chemicals, hazardous materials, replacement parts, consumables, warehouse space, and safety equipment.
Responds to emergencies after hours and leads on-call services and crews as needed.
Operate a variety of motorized equipment such as front-end loaders, backhoes, brush trucks, sand trucks, dump trucks, hydro-mulch truck, water truck, street sweepers, cranes, trenchers, bucket trucks, bush-hogs, bobcats, tractors with various attachments, forklifts, pumps and other stormwater related maintenance and construction equipment.
Supervisor II - Stormwater
Supervises, trains, and evaluates assigned staff.
Oversees stormwater service operations, including street sweeping, illegal dumping and litter abatement, spill control, and environmental response activities.
Assists in developing programs and processes to improve departmental efficiency and effectiveness. Designs and implements inspections, educational and training programs, and creates materials for external distribution to promote compliance with city and state regulations.
Collaborates with the Engineering Division to review and approve drainage plans.
Supervisor III - Stormwater
Assists the Division Manager - Stormwater in developing and implementing systems, programs, and long-range plans for division operations.
Coordinates training for personnel to ensure proper equipment use and operational procedures based on position responsibilities.
Assists the Division Manager - Stormwater with budgeting activities for the division.
OTHER JOB RELATED DUTIES
Perform other job related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Supervisor I/II - Stormwater
Knowledge of:
Safe and efficient operation, as well as minor servicing, of all Stormwater Utility Division construction and maintenance equipment.
Procedures for scheduling, assigning, and supervising the work of crews.
Stormwater policies and procedures for maintaining creeks, ditches, catch basins, pipes, and other stormwater controls.
Principles and practices of handling chemical spills and hazardous materials.
Safe driving principles and practices.
Stormwater structure construction and maintenance.
Effective methods for building and maintaining cooperative working relationships with contractors, the public, and other divisions.
Skill to:
Organize work schedules, prioritize assignments, and manage resources efficiently.
Operate various types of stormwater vehicles and equipment safely and train subordinates in their proper use and maintenance.
Read and interpret maps, plans, and construction drawings.
Troubleshoot and resolve operational or equipment issues in the field quickly and effectively.
Apply leadership and coaching techniques to develop team members and improve overall performance.
Ability to:
Supervise, plan, assign, and inspect the work of crews engaged in stormwater maintenance activities.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Interpret and apply local, state, and federal stormwater and environmental regulations.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, both internally and externally.
Follow and embrace the City of Abilene Core Values - Respect, Integrity, Service Above Self, and Excellence in All We Do.
Lead, manage, and perform as a team member in a manner that accomplishes the Division's mission and treats team members with dignity, courtesy, and respect.
Supervisor III - Stormwater
Knowledge of:
Public Works and Stormwater operations, including standard specifications for maintenance and construction.
Best practices for maintenance contract oversight and management.
Mathematics including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
Federal, state, and local regulations related to the City's MS4 permit requirements.
Ability to:
Exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions in a variety of situations.
Use computerized maintenance management and work order systems effectively.
Assist with budget planning, monitoring, and tracking expenditures.
Experience and Training Guidelines:
For positions with more than one level, all listed requirements at the lower levels are required at the higher levels. Any combination equivalent to experience and training to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be qualifying. Knowledge, skills, and abilities may be obtained through:
Supervisor I - Stormwater
Experience:
Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in stormwater operations or a related field is required.
One (1) year of experience in a supervisory or lead capacity, or closely related work experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, is required.
Previous experience with operating and maintaining light and heavy equipment, is required.
Education/Training:
A high school diploma or a GED is required.
License or Certificate:
A valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or the ability to obtain within ninety (90) days of employment is required.
A Non-Commercial Herbicide Applicator License from the Texas Department of Agriculture is preferred.
Hazmat certification and training in workplace supervision is preferred.
Supervisor II - Stormwater
Experience:
Eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in stormwater operations or a related field is required.
Three (3) years of experience in a supervisory or lead capacity, or closely related work experience demonstrating the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, is required
License or Certificate:
A valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required.
Supervisor III - Stormwater
Experience:
Ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in stormwater operations or a related field is required.
Five (5) years in a supervisory or lead capacity, or other closely related work experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform this job is required.
License or Certificate:
A Non-Commercial Herbicide Applicator License from the Texas Department of Agriculture is required.
Special Requirements:
Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:
Potential exposure to inclement weather (floods, cold, heat, etc.), steep slopes, confined workspaces, mechanical and electrical hazards, poison ivy, wild animals and hazardous chemicals, and other pollutants while supervising stormwater projects.
With or without accommodation, the "X" indicates the overall strength demand of the position during a typical workday:
___ Sedentary - lifting of no more than 10 pounds
___ Light - lifting no more than 20 pounds; carrying up to 10 pounds
___ Medium - lifting no more than 50 pounds; carrying up to 25 pounds
_X_ Heavy - lifting no more than 100 pounds; carrying up to 50 pounds
___ Very Heavy - team lifting over 100 pounds; carrying more than 50 pounds
Physical Demand Codes:
The following describes whether or not the position is expected to exert the physical demands listed during a typical workday as well as the overall frequency of the task:
Codes for how often:
N = No
E = Extensive (100 - 70% of the time)
M = Moderate (60 - 30% of the time)
I = Infrequent (20 - 10% of the time)
A = Almost Never ( Code / Task
_E__ Standing
_M__ Sitting
_E__ Walking
_M__ Lifting
_M__ Carrying
_M__ Pushing/Pulling
_I__ Overhead Work
_M__ Fine Dexterity
_M__ Kneeling
_M__ Crouching
_A__ Crawling
_M__ Bending
_M__ Twisting
_M__ Climbing
_M__ Balancing
_E__ Vision
_E__ Hearing
_M__ Talking
___ Other:
Supervisor I/II- Stormwater
Under the direction of the Division Manager - Stormwater and Supervisor III - Stormwater, responsible for planning, assigning, reviewing, and participating in the work of crews maintaining the stormwater drainage system. Duties may include construction and maintenance activities within all areas of the Abilene city limits related to the Stormwater Division's responsibilities.
Supervisor III - Stormwater
Under the direction of the Division Manager - Stormwater, responsible for leading, planning, assigning, reviewing, and supervising multiple projects and employees involved in the operation of the City's Stormwater System. This position also assists the Division Manager with day-to-day activities and projects to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and the requirements of the MS4 permit.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
This position exercises supervision over stormwater crew members and personnel.
IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Organizes and assigns work, making necessary adjustments to operating methods and procedures in response to changes in work patterns, equipment, and staff capabilities.
Schedules, supervises, and reviews the work of crews performing drainage system construction and maintenance activities, including mowing, creek maintenance, drainage improvements, and street sweeping.
Receives, investigates, and resolves service requests and public complaints.
Inspects creek channels, drainage ditches, pumps, and related structures for required maintenance and repairs.
Prioritizes, plans, and schedules both reactive and proactive work assignments.
Logistical maintenance of the City's stormwater infrastructure, resources, administrative material, tool inventory, uniforms, heavy equipment, chemicals, hazardous materials, replacement parts, basic consumables, warehousing space, and safety equipment.
Manages logistical maintenance of the City's stormwater infrastructure, including resources, administrative materials, tool inventory, uniforms, heavy equipment, chemicals, hazardous materials, replacement parts, consumables, warehouse space, and safety equipment.
Responds to emergencies after hours and leads on-call services and crews as needed.
Operate a variety of motorized equipment such as front-end loaders, backhoes, brush trucks, sand trucks, dump trucks, hydro-mulch truck, water truck, street sweepers, cranes, trenchers, bucket trucks, bush-hogs, bobcats, tractors with various attachments, forklifts, pumps and other stormwater related maintenance and construction equipment.
Supervisor II - Stormwater
Supervises, trains, and evaluates assigned staff.
Oversees stormwater service operations, including street sweeping, illegal dumping and litter abatement, spill control, and environmental response activities.
Assists in developing programs and processes to improve departmental efficiency and effectiveness. Designs and implements inspections, educational and training programs, and creates materials for external distribution to promote compliance with city and state regulations.
Collaborates with the Engineering Division to review and approve drainage plans.
Supervisor III - Stormwater
Assists the Division Manager - Stormwater in developing and implementing systems, programs, and long-range plans for division operations.
Coordinates training for personnel to ensure proper equipment use and operational procedures based on position responsibilities.
Assists the Division Manager - Stormwater with budgeting activities for the division.
OTHER JOB RELATED DUTIES
Perform other job related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Supervisor I/II - Stormwater
Knowledge of:
Safe and efficient operation, as well as minor servicing, of all Stormwater Utility Division construction and maintenance equipment.
Procedures for scheduling, assigning, and supervising the work of crews.
Stormwater policies and procedures for maintaining creeks, ditches, catch basins, pipes, and other stormwater controls.
Principles and practices of handling chemical spills and hazardous materials.
Safe driving principles and practices.
Stormwater structure construction and maintenance.
Effective methods for building and maintaining cooperative working relationships with contractors, the public, and other divisions.
Skill to:
Organize work schedules, prioritize assignments, and manage resources efficiently.
Operate various types of stormwater vehicles and equipment safely and train subordinates in their proper use and maintenance.
Read and interpret maps, plans, and construction drawings.
Troubleshoot and resolve operational or equipment issues in the field quickly and effectively.
Apply leadership and coaching techniques to develop team members and improve overall performance.
Ability to:
Supervise, plan, assign, and inspect the work of crews engaged in stormwater maintenance activities.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Interpret and apply local, state, and federal stormwater and environmental regulations.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, both internally and externally.
Follow and embrace the City of Abilene Core Values - Respect, Integrity, Service Above Self, and Excellence in All We Do.
Lead, manage, and perform as a team member in a manner that accomplishes the Division's mission and treats team members with dignity, courtesy, and respect.
Supervisor III - Stormwater
Knowledge of:
Public Works and Stormwater operations, including standard specifications for maintenance and construction.
Best practices for maintenance contract oversight and management.
Mathematics including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
Federal, state, and local regulations related to the City's MS4 permit requirements.
Ability to:
Exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions in a variety of situations.
Use computerized maintenance management and work order systems effectively.
Assist with budget planning, monitoring, and tracking expenditures.
Experience and Training Guidelines:
For positions with more than one level, all listed requirements at the lower levels are required at the higher levels. Any combination equivalent to experience and training to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be qualifying. Knowledge, skills, and abilities may be obtained through:
Supervisor I - Stormwater
Experience:
Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in stormwater operations or a related field is required.
One (1) year of experience in a supervisory or lead capacity, or closely related work experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, is required.
Previous experience with operating and maintaining light and heavy equipment, is required.
Education/Training:
A high school diploma or a GED is required.
License or Certificate:
A valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or the ability to obtain within ninety (90) days of employment is required.
A Non-Commercial Herbicide Applicator License from the Texas Department of Agriculture is preferred.
Hazmat certification and training in workplace supervision is preferred.
Supervisor II - Stormwater
Experience:
Eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in stormwater operations or a related field is required.
Three (3) years of experience in a supervisory or lead capacity, or closely related work experience demonstrating the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, is required
License or Certificate:
A valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required.
Supervisor III - Stormwater
Experience:
Ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in stormwater operations or a related field is required.
Five (5) years in a supervisory or lead capacity, or other closely related work experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform this job is required.
License or Certificate:
A Non-Commercial Herbicide Applicator License from the Texas Department of Agriculture is required.
Special Requirements:
Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:
Potential exposure to inclement weather (floods, cold, heat, etc.), steep slopes, confined workspaces, mechanical and electrical hazards, poison ivy, wild animals and hazardous chemicals, and other pollutants while supervising stormwater projects.
With or without accommodation, the "X" indicates the overall strength demand of the position during a typical workday:
___ Sedentary - lifting of no more than 10 pounds
___ Light - lifting no more than 20 pounds; carrying up to 10 pounds
___ Medium - lifting no more than 50 pounds; carrying up to 25 pounds
_X_ Heavy - lifting no more than 100 pounds; carrying up to 50 pounds
___ Very Heavy - team lifting over 100 pounds; carrying more than 50 pounds
Physical Demand Codes:
The following describes whether or not the position is expected to exert the physical demands listed during a typical workday as well as the overall frequency of the task:
Codes for how often:
N = No
E = Extensive (100 - 70% of the time)
M = Moderate (60 - 30% of the time)
I = Infrequent (20 - 10% of the time)
A = Almost Never ( Code / Task
_E__ Standing
_M__ Sitting
_E__ Walking
_M__ Lifting
_M__ Carrying
_M__ Pushing/Pulling
_I__ Overhead Work
_M__ Fine Dexterity
_M__ Kneeling
_M__ Crouching
_A__ Crawling
_M__ Bending
_M__ Twisting
_M__ Climbing
_M__ Balancing
_E__ Vision
_E__ Hearing
_M__ Talking
___ Other: