Kentucky AG
Plant Operations Supervisor Sr. (Water Quality) *Deadline Extended*
Kentucky AG, Lexington, Kentucky, us, 40598
Plant Operations Supervisor Sr. (Water Quality)
Deadline Extended:
Monday, February 2, 2026
Salary:
The minimum salary is
$71,720.48 annually . This position is exempt and has no overtime.
This position is exempt (not eligible for overtime) but compensatory time leave program is available for hours over 40 each week.
General Description The purpose of this classification is to direct the efficient operations of a class IV wastewater treatment facility and ensure facility complies with local, state, and federal regulations.
Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree in engineering or hard sciences (engineering, chemistry, geology, biology, or related field).
Six (6) years of related experience, at least one in a management or supervisory capacity.
Additional years of related education may substitute for years of experience. Additional years of related experience may substitute for years of education.
Essential Functions
Directs and supervises the daily operations and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plant to ensure proper operations and compliance.
Reviews operational logs, lab reports, and trends to make operational change decisions.
Collaborates with plant management to effectively plan equipment shutdowns and repair schedules to maintain proper plant operations.
Maintains and prepares annual budget including approval of purchasing and pro‑card expenditures.
Prepares operational reports for local, state, and federal regulators.
Assists with planning for expansion or upgrade of the plant and construction projects and is primary point of contact for scheduling all work on plant site.
Maintains proper scheduling for all employees, approves leave requests, and processes payroll through KRONOS.
Recommends recruitment of staff and directs training/development for all staff assigned to plant operations.
Performs related work as assigned.
Special License/Certification All certifications and licenses must be maintained as a condition of employment. Must possess and maintain a valid Kentucky Class IV Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators License or its equivalent from another state. Those with an equivalent from another state are required to convert to a Kentucky Class IV License within six (6) months.
Special Requirements All positions require drug testing and background check before employment and may require a post‑job offer physical as stated in Ordinances 21‑14(b), 22‑13 and 23‑16. House is furnished on the premises in which the incumbent is required to reside. Subject to call‑back 24 hours per day, seven (7) days per week.
How to Apply
Submit an electronic application through the LFUCG online portal at
lexingtonky.gov/jobs
and attach/upload applicable documents to verify your education, training, certification/license(s), or DD214 (for military preference).
All resumes must be uploaded to the application; resumes will not be considered without the electronic application.
The application questionnaire must be completed in its entirety; incomplete applications will not be considered.
Closing Statement Lexington‑Fayette Urban County Government offers an outstanding benefits package.
Health, wellness, paid and unpaid time off benefits, and direct deposit are available.
LFUCG is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to nondiscrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
Contact Information Division of Human Resources 200 East Main St. Lexington, KY 40507 Phone: (859) 258‑3030 Website:
lexingtonky.gov/jobs E‑mail: jobs@lexingtonky.gov
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Monday, February 2, 2026
Salary:
The minimum salary is
$71,720.48 annually . This position is exempt and has no overtime.
This position is exempt (not eligible for overtime) but compensatory time leave program is available for hours over 40 each week.
General Description The purpose of this classification is to direct the efficient operations of a class IV wastewater treatment facility and ensure facility complies with local, state, and federal regulations.
Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree in engineering or hard sciences (engineering, chemistry, geology, biology, or related field).
Six (6) years of related experience, at least one in a management or supervisory capacity.
Additional years of related education may substitute for years of experience. Additional years of related experience may substitute for years of education.
Essential Functions
Directs and supervises the daily operations and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plant to ensure proper operations and compliance.
Reviews operational logs, lab reports, and trends to make operational change decisions.
Collaborates with plant management to effectively plan equipment shutdowns and repair schedules to maintain proper plant operations.
Maintains and prepares annual budget including approval of purchasing and pro‑card expenditures.
Prepares operational reports for local, state, and federal regulators.
Assists with planning for expansion or upgrade of the plant and construction projects and is primary point of contact for scheduling all work on plant site.
Maintains proper scheduling for all employees, approves leave requests, and processes payroll through KRONOS.
Recommends recruitment of staff and directs training/development for all staff assigned to plant operations.
Performs related work as assigned.
Special License/Certification All certifications and licenses must be maintained as a condition of employment. Must possess and maintain a valid Kentucky Class IV Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators License or its equivalent from another state. Those with an equivalent from another state are required to convert to a Kentucky Class IV License within six (6) months.
Special Requirements All positions require drug testing and background check before employment and may require a post‑job offer physical as stated in Ordinances 21‑14(b), 22‑13 and 23‑16. House is furnished on the premises in which the incumbent is required to reside. Subject to call‑back 24 hours per day, seven (7) days per week.
How to Apply
Submit an electronic application through the LFUCG online portal at
lexingtonky.gov/jobs
and attach/upload applicable documents to verify your education, training, certification/license(s), or DD214 (for military preference).
All resumes must be uploaded to the application; resumes will not be considered without the electronic application.
The application questionnaire must be completed in its entirety; incomplete applications will not be considered.
Closing Statement Lexington‑Fayette Urban County Government offers an outstanding benefits package.
Health, wellness, paid and unpaid time off benefits, and direct deposit are available.
LFUCG is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to nondiscrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
Contact Information Division of Human Resources 200 East Main St. Lexington, KY 40507 Phone: (859) 258‑3030 Website:
lexingtonky.gov/jobs E‑mail: jobs@lexingtonky.gov
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