City of Hollywood, Florida
Public Utilities Manager - Wastewater Treatment Plant
City of Hollywood, Florida, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, us, 33336
Overview
Public Utilities Manager - Wastewater Treatment Plant at City of Hollywood, Florida. Reporting to the Director of Public Utilities or designee, the incumbent is responsible for planning, budgeting, staffing, organizing and directing activities for a 55.5 pure oxygen activated sludge wastewater treatment facility with ocean discharge, two deep injection wells, a 4.0 MGD reuse system, a Schwing Bioset sludge process to produce a Class A sludge fertilizer product, and 67 wastewater pumping stations. Supervision is exercised over subordinate personnel who are responsible for operations, maintenance, electrical and instrumentation services. The employee uses extensive initiative and independent judgment in solving problems to maintain continuous, effective, efficient and safe operation of the facilities. Administrative activities include policy formulation, budgeting and personnel management. 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.
Essential Job Functions And Responsibilities
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 Wastewater 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.
Ensures wastewater treatment operations are in compliance with EPA, Florida Department of Environmental Regulation and Broward County Environmental Quality Control Board.
Advises staff on difficult technical problems in their assigned areas.
Manages contract employees in the performance of equipment repair, material supply and other activities.
Produces specifications for equipment repair and upgrades for new equipment, services and materials.
Conducts meetings to resolve and produce specifications for equipment and services for compliance with regulatory agencies.
Resolves grievances and discipline; reviews employee performance evaluations and approves salary increases and promotions.
Initiates and directs laboratory investigations, analyzes results and directs adjustments of processing methods to improve efficiency.
Directs the preparation of plans, specifications and contracts for construction, repair or maintenance of facilities.
Works with consulting engineering firms making recommendations for new facilities, equipment and modifications of existing facilities.
Represents the City professionally in delivering and performing work with colleagues and clients, irrespective of gender, race, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or belief, or sexual orientation.
Establishes and maintains effective and professional relationships with work colleagues, supervisors and managers.
Performs related work as required for this position description.
Education/Experience To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required
Bachelor's Degree in engineering, business administration or the sciences supplemented by ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment and collection systems; including at least four (4) years in a supervisory administrative capacity.
Must possess, or have the ability to obtain, a State of Florida, Class "A" Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator's certificate, within one (1) year from the initial date of hire.
Additional education and experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted for the above requirements.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Possess, or have the ability to obtain, a State of Florida, Class "A" Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator's certificate, within one (1) year from initial date of hire
Valid Driver's License with proof of automobile insurance
Background Check: Must have an acceptable background record
Driving Abstract: Must have an acceptable driving record
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Knowledge of federal, state, county and municipal laws and regulations relating to wastewater treatment and collections.
Knowledge of chemical and physical processes involved in wastewater treatment.
Knowledge of materials, methods and equipment used in the operation, construction, maintenance and repair of wastewater treatment and collection systems.
Knowledge of materials, methods and equipment used in wastewater treatment operations and maintenance personnel.
Knowledge of municipal organization, programs and policies, union contract provisions and applicable safety rules and regulations.
Skills in expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken word, including ability to convey detailed instructions to workers accurately and concisely.
Ability to develop, organize, supervise and inspect the work of wastewater operations and maintenance personnel.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, management and the public.
Ability to establish operational goals and priorities.
Physical Demands The position requires the ability to walk, sit, write, hear, speak and occasionally exert up to 10 pounds of force. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment Work is performed primarily in an office environment with consideration for changing goals, priorities, and needs. The examination process may include written, performance, education and experience evaluations, oral examinations and other job-related examinations. You will be notified of examination details when you file or by mail. A passing grade is required on each part of the process. You may be subject to background checks, medical examination, and drug screening prior to appointment. Reasonable accommodation requests can be made in advance of examinations.
All applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, abilities, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression. The City of Hollywood is an Equal Opportunity / Equal Access Employer.
Employment of Relatives: The City has an ordinance regulating the employment of relatives of City employees. See policy for details.
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Public Utilities Manager - Wastewater Treatment Plant at City of Hollywood, Florida. Reporting to the Director of Public Utilities or designee, the incumbent is responsible for planning, budgeting, staffing, organizing and directing activities for a 55.5 pure oxygen activated sludge wastewater treatment facility with ocean discharge, two deep injection wells, a 4.0 MGD reuse system, a Schwing Bioset sludge process to produce a Class A sludge fertilizer product, and 67 wastewater pumping stations. Supervision is exercised over subordinate personnel who are responsible for operations, maintenance, electrical and instrumentation services. The employee uses extensive initiative and independent judgment in solving problems to maintain continuous, effective, efficient and safe operation of the facilities. Administrative activities include policy formulation, budgeting and personnel management. 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.
Essential Job Functions And Responsibilities
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 Wastewater 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.
Ensures wastewater treatment operations are in compliance with EPA, Florida Department of Environmental Regulation and Broward County Environmental Quality Control Board.
Advises staff on difficult technical problems in their assigned areas.
Manages contract employees in the performance of equipment repair, material supply and other activities.
Produces specifications for equipment repair and upgrades for new equipment, services and materials.
Conducts meetings to resolve and produce specifications for equipment and services for compliance with regulatory agencies.
Resolves grievances and discipline; reviews employee performance evaluations and approves salary increases and promotions.
Initiates and directs laboratory investigations, analyzes results and directs adjustments of processing methods to improve efficiency.
Directs the preparation of plans, specifications and contracts for construction, repair or maintenance of facilities.
Works with consulting engineering firms making recommendations for new facilities, equipment and modifications of existing facilities.
Represents the City professionally in delivering and performing work with colleagues and clients, irrespective of gender, race, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or belief, or sexual orientation.
Establishes and maintains effective and professional relationships with work colleagues, supervisors and managers.
Performs related work as required for this position description.
Education/Experience To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required
Bachelor's Degree in engineering, business administration or the sciences supplemented by ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment and collection systems; including at least four (4) years in a supervisory administrative capacity.
Must possess, or have the ability to obtain, a State of Florida, Class "A" Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator's certificate, within one (1) year from the initial date of hire.
Additional education and experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted for the above requirements.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Possess, or have the ability to obtain, a State of Florida, Class "A" Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator's certificate, within one (1) year from initial date of hire
Valid Driver's License with proof of automobile insurance
Background Check: Must have an acceptable background record
Driving Abstract: Must have an acceptable driving record
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Knowledge of federal, state, county and municipal laws and regulations relating to wastewater treatment and collections.
Knowledge of chemical and physical processes involved in wastewater treatment.
Knowledge of materials, methods and equipment used in the operation, construction, maintenance and repair of wastewater treatment and collection systems.
Knowledge of materials, methods and equipment used in wastewater treatment operations and maintenance personnel.
Knowledge of municipal organization, programs and policies, union contract provisions and applicable safety rules and regulations.
Skills in expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken word, including ability to convey detailed instructions to workers accurately and concisely.
Ability to develop, organize, supervise and inspect the work of wastewater operations and maintenance personnel.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, management and the public.
Ability to establish operational goals and priorities.
Physical Demands The position requires the ability to walk, sit, write, hear, speak and occasionally exert up to 10 pounds of force. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment Work is performed primarily in an office environment with consideration for changing goals, priorities, and needs. The examination process may include written, performance, education and experience evaluations, oral examinations and other job-related examinations. You will be notified of examination details when you file or by mail. A passing grade is required on each part of the process. You may be subject to background checks, medical examination, and drug screening prior to appointment. Reasonable accommodation requests can be made in advance of examinations.
All applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, abilities, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression. The City of Hollywood is an Equal Opportunity / Equal Access Employer.
Employment of Relatives: The City has an ordinance regulating the employment of relatives of City employees. See policy for details.
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