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City of Hollywood, Florida

Public Utilities Manager - Wastewater Treatment Plant

City of Hollywood, Florida, Florida, New York, United States

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Overview

Come to a City that Builds Careers! The City of Hollywood offers an energetic, innovative and collaborative work environment with competitive pay, benefits, and work-life balance programs. For more information about this position and our competitive pay, benefits package and pension plan, refer to this job posting or the City website. JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Director of Public Utilities or designee, the incumbent is responsible for the planning, budgeting, staffing, organizing and directing of activities for a wastewater treatment facility with ocean discharge, two deep injection wells, a 4.0 MGD reuse system, a sludge process to produce a Class A sludge fertilizer product, and 67 wastewater pumping stations. Supervision is exercised over subordinate personnel responsible for operations, maintenance, electrical and instrumentation services. The employee uses extensive initiative and independent judgment to maintain the 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 methods, subject to executive direction and review by the Utilities Director or designee. Work is reviewed through conferences, reports and observation of operational success of the systems and achievement of objectives. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepares and monitors the budget for the 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 compliant with Environmental Protection Agency, Florida Department of Environmental Regulation and Broward County Environmental Quality Control Board requirements. Advises staff on difficult technical problems in 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 regulatory compliance. 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 with colleagues and clients, upholding equal treatment irrespective of gender, race, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or belief, or sexual orientation. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with work colleagues, supervisors, managers and the public. Performs related work as required for this position description. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

To perform this job successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. 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 be able to obtain, a State of Florida, Class A Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator's certificate within one (1) year from the 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 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 related to wastewater treatment and collections. Knowledge of chemical and physical processes in wastewater treatment. Knowledge of materials, methods and equipment used in operation, construction, maintenance and repair of wastewater systems. Knowledge of union contracts and safety rules and regulations governing wastewater operations. Skills in clear verbal and written communication; ability to convey detailed instructions to others. Ability to develop, organize, supervise and inspect the work of wastewater operations and maintenance personnel. Ability to establish operational goals and priorities; establish and maintain professional relationships with staff and the public. PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical abilities described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions. The employee may be required to walk, sit, write, hear, speak, and exert up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision, peripheral and depth perception. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed primarily in an office environment with sensitivity to change and the need to adapt to changing goals, priorities and needs. Special Accommodation and Communication Needs

The City provides reasonable accommodations in the examination process upon request to persons with disabilities. Requests must be made prior to any scheduled examination. Veteran's Preference

The City values veterans and qualified spouses in its recruitment and hiring. Certain servicemembers and veterans, and their spouses, may receive preference or waivers for educational requirements. For veteran’s preference, submit a copy of separation papers (DD214) and meet eligibility as required by law. All successful applicants will be required to pass an extensive background check and may undergo a medical examination, which may include drug screening, prior to appointment. Employment of Relatives

The City has an Ordinance regulating the employment of relatives of City employees and certain conditions apply regarding examination placement and ranking; see human resources guidance for details. Reasonable Accommodation and Equal Opportunity

The Employment Office will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities. 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 is an Equal Opportunity / Equal Access Employer.

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