San Diego County Office of Education
Water Systems Superintendent
San Diego County Office of Education, Albany, Georgia, United States, 31701
Water Superintendent
The purpose of this classification is to perform specialized technical, administrative and managerial work functions associated with the production, treatment, distribution, quality and analysis of water within the City of Albany's water distribution system and to ensure the continuous production and delivery of potable water that meets or exceeds all pertinent local, State and Federal guidelines, rules, regulations and laws.
Responsibilities
Assumes responsibility for all Water Department operations and activities. Serves as the "Operator in Responsible Charge" for the City of Albany's water system as defined by and pursuant to Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia 750 – 3 - .01 and 750 – 3 - .02.
Ensures adequate supply and quality of water within the water distribution system that complies with all local, State and Federal guidelines, rules, regulations and laws.
Continuously monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of water production, treatment, distribution, quality and testing methods and procedures.
Identifies opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures.
Recommends, proposes and implements changes as needed.
Oversees and participates in developing project plans for system improvements and upgrades on existing facilities to minimize system disruptions.
Directly supervises personnel in the treatment and testing of water.
Prepares and submits monthly, quarterly and yearly reports in accordance with regulatory agency requirements including Consumer Confidence Reports.
Designs and develops RFPs and/or bids for projects to ensure proper maintenance, pressure, production and supply of water.
Directs the daily operation and activities of the Water Treatment Plant, Water Microbiological Laboratory, water supply wells and elevated water storage tanks.
Manages or oversees Water Department Operations work activities to include production, treatment and distribution as well as field and laboratory testing and analysis to ensure compliance.
Monitors and develops laboratory procedures and quality control programs used in the production of water.
Assists in calculating chemical feed rates and in training operators in routine lab tests and procedures.
Advices operators of needed chemical doses and necessary adjustments to treatment mixtures and equipment to meet treatment requirements.
Calibrates and standardizes laboratory test equipment and instruments; operates and inspects laboratory equipment to determine proper operation, maintenance and repair needs; keeps laboratory up-to-date on new methods and equipment.
Oversees supervisors to direct and evaluate assigned staff; processes employee concerns and problems, directs work, counsels and disciplines, approves timesheets and completes employee performance appraisals; conducts interviews; monitors and conducts training of new employees.
Develops departmental budget while monitoring expenditures.
Monitors safety issues relating to water production, treatment, testing and distribution; directs and implements precautionary work techniques and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of work crews and the public.
Maintains Risk Management Program (RMP) in compliance with EPA/EPD 40 CFR part 68.
Monitors the production and quality of water produced from wells; performs well and tank inspections to ensure optimum performance and proper maintenance.
Reviews department documentation of testing results and laboratory activities; completes state and federal reports for well operations, water quality issues and water sampling; maintains file system of department records.
Responds to complaints and questions related to water quality issues; conducts water quality reviews; initiates necessary corrective action.
Investigates and resolves reported incidents of problems within the distribution system including water quality issues and system maintenance.
Periodically attends re-certification classes, seminars and training courses as required.
Ensures that general repair and maintenance on vehicles, equipment and parts are performed; may inspect equipment for proper operations; approves repairs and/or replacement of electrical and mechanical equipment.
Maintains inventory of department supplies, tools, chemicals and equipment; approves requests for new or replacement materials; contacts vendors concerning well equipment and supplies.
Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data in computer database; verifies accuracy of entered data; makes corrections as appropriate.
Establishes procedures; processes a variety of documentation associated with departmental operations within designated timeframes; distributes documentation or maintains records as appropriate.
Oversees the tracking of various administrative and statistical data pertaining to departmental operations; reviews chemical usage data and water quality data; performs research as needed; makes applicable calculations; analyzes data and identifies trends; prepares or generates reports; retains and maintains records.
Receives, prepares, reviews, processes, approves and completes various forms, reports, correspondence, graphs, spreadsheets, meter readings, maps, manuals or other documents; submits or retains as appropriate.
Communicates with supervisor, employees, City departments, customers, the public and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information or resolve problems; responds to routine requests for information from employees, officials, the public or other individuals.
Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information; takes and relays messages; responds to requests for service.
Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge and awareness of applicable laws/regulations; maintains an awareness of new trends/advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.
May operate a variety of machinery, equipment and tools associated with department operations, including a chlorinator, color comparator, fluoride pump, booster pump, chemical feed equipment, scales, fume hood, analytical balance, autoclave, burner, centrifuge, conductivity meter, dissolved oxygen meter, lab oven, pH meter, spectrophotometer, sterilizer, toxicity tester, vacuum pump, water deionization unit, diagnostic equipment, mechanic tools, drafting tools, etc.
Operates a motor vehicle in the performance of duties.
Performs other related duties as required.
Supervisory Responsibilities Manages one (1) subordinate supervisor who supervises a total of seven (7) employees in the Water Production Department, Water Quality Department and Water Lab Department. Responsible for overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these units. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry/Biology or Sanitary Engineering; Master’s degree preferred; supplemented by ten (10) years progressively responsible, supervisory experience in water treatment and laboratory operations; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Must possess and maintain a valid Public Water Supply System Operator Class I License, Water Laboratory Analyst License, Qualified Water Loss Certification, Class A CDL License with Hazardous material endorsement and Tanker Endorsement.
Core Competencies & ADA Compliance
Technology Use
– Demonstrates required skills, adapts to new technologies, troubleshoots problems, and uses technology to increase productivity.
Job Knowledge
– Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others.
Continuous Learning
– Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; seeks feedback to improve performance; pursues training and development opportunities; shares expertise with others.
Analytical
– Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs workflows and procedures.
Design
– Generates creative solutions; translates concepts into images; uses feedback to modify designs; applies design principles; demonstrates attention to detail.
Problem Solving
– Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations.
Project Management
– Develops project plans; coordinates projects; communicates changes and progress; completes projects on time and within budget; manages project team activities.
Customer Focus
– Promotes customer focus; establishes customer service standards; monitors customer satisfaction; develops new approaches to meeting needs.
Cooperation
– Builds effective relations; offers assistance; works collaboratively; resolves conflicts.
Communications
– Expresses ideas verbally and in writing; listens; keeps others informed.
Teamwork
– Balances team and individual responsibilities; contributions to positive team spirit; supports others’ success.
Written Communication
– Writes clearly and informatively; edits for spelling and grammar; presents numerical data effectively.
Leadership
– Fosters team cooperation; defines roles; motivates; recognizes contributions.
Quality Management
– Improves and promotes quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
Ethics
– Treats people with respect; upholds integrity and principles.
Diversity
– Promotes harassment‑free environment; supports diverse workforce.
Benefits Employer Paid: Vacation Pay, Sick Pay, Holiday Pay, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Defined Benefit Retirement Plan. Optional: Vision Insurance, Short Term Disability Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, 457(b) Plan, Whole Life Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Discounted YMCA Membership.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. While performing the duties, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel, talk or hear; frequently required to stand and sit; occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; taste or smell; and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment The work environment characteristics include occasional exposure to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme cold and extreme heat. The noise level is usually moderate.
Equal Employment Opportunity The City of Albany, Georgia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Albany, Georgia will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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Responsibilities
Assumes responsibility for all Water Department operations and activities. Serves as the "Operator in Responsible Charge" for the City of Albany's water system as defined by and pursuant to Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia 750 – 3 - .01 and 750 – 3 - .02.
Ensures adequate supply and quality of water within the water distribution system that complies with all local, State and Federal guidelines, rules, regulations and laws.
Continuously monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of water production, treatment, distribution, quality and testing methods and procedures.
Identifies opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures.
Recommends, proposes and implements changes as needed.
Oversees and participates in developing project plans for system improvements and upgrades on existing facilities to minimize system disruptions.
Directly supervises personnel in the treatment and testing of water.
Prepares and submits monthly, quarterly and yearly reports in accordance with regulatory agency requirements including Consumer Confidence Reports.
Designs and develops RFPs and/or bids for projects to ensure proper maintenance, pressure, production and supply of water.
Directs the daily operation and activities of the Water Treatment Plant, Water Microbiological Laboratory, water supply wells and elevated water storage tanks.
Manages or oversees Water Department Operations work activities to include production, treatment and distribution as well as field and laboratory testing and analysis to ensure compliance.
Monitors and develops laboratory procedures and quality control programs used in the production of water.
Assists in calculating chemical feed rates and in training operators in routine lab tests and procedures.
Advices operators of needed chemical doses and necessary adjustments to treatment mixtures and equipment to meet treatment requirements.
Calibrates and standardizes laboratory test equipment and instruments; operates and inspects laboratory equipment to determine proper operation, maintenance and repair needs; keeps laboratory up-to-date on new methods and equipment.
Oversees supervisors to direct and evaluate assigned staff; processes employee concerns and problems, directs work, counsels and disciplines, approves timesheets and completes employee performance appraisals; conducts interviews; monitors and conducts training of new employees.
Develops departmental budget while monitoring expenditures.
Monitors safety issues relating to water production, treatment, testing and distribution; directs and implements precautionary work techniques and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of work crews and the public.
Maintains Risk Management Program (RMP) in compliance with EPA/EPD 40 CFR part 68.
Monitors the production and quality of water produced from wells; performs well and tank inspections to ensure optimum performance and proper maintenance.
Reviews department documentation of testing results and laboratory activities; completes state and federal reports for well operations, water quality issues and water sampling; maintains file system of department records.
Responds to complaints and questions related to water quality issues; conducts water quality reviews; initiates necessary corrective action.
Investigates and resolves reported incidents of problems within the distribution system including water quality issues and system maintenance.
Periodically attends re-certification classes, seminars and training courses as required.
Ensures that general repair and maintenance on vehicles, equipment and parts are performed; may inspect equipment for proper operations; approves repairs and/or replacement of electrical and mechanical equipment.
Maintains inventory of department supplies, tools, chemicals and equipment; approves requests for new or replacement materials; contacts vendors concerning well equipment and supplies.
Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data in computer database; verifies accuracy of entered data; makes corrections as appropriate.
Establishes procedures; processes a variety of documentation associated with departmental operations within designated timeframes; distributes documentation or maintains records as appropriate.
Oversees the tracking of various administrative and statistical data pertaining to departmental operations; reviews chemical usage data and water quality data; performs research as needed; makes applicable calculations; analyzes data and identifies trends; prepares or generates reports; retains and maintains records.
Receives, prepares, reviews, processes, approves and completes various forms, reports, correspondence, graphs, spreadsheets, meter readings, maps, manuals or other documents; submits or retains as appropriate.
Communicates with supervisor, employees, City departments, customers, the public and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information or resolve problems; responds to routine requests for information from employees, officials, the public or other individuals.
Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information; takes and relays messages; responds to requests for service.
Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge and awareness of applicable laws/regulations; maintains an awareness of new trends/advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.
May operate a variety of machinery, equipment and tools associated with department operations, including a chlorinator, color comparator, fluoride pump, booster pump, chemical feed equipment, scales, fume hood, analytical balance, autoclave, burner, centrifuge, conductivity meter, dissolved oxygen meter, lab oven, pH meter, spectrophotometer, sterilizer, toxicity tester, vacuum pump, water deionization unit, diagnostic equipment, mechanic tools, drafting tools, etc.
Operates a motor vehicle in the performance of duties.
Performs other related duties as required.
Supervisory Responsibilities Manages one (1) subordinate supervisor who supervises a total of seven (7) employees in the Water Production Department, Water Quality Department and Water Lab Department. Responsible for overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these units. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry/Biology or Sanitary Engineering; Master’s degree preferred; supplemented by ten (10) years progressively responsible, supervisory experience in water treatment and laboratory operations; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Must possess and maintain a valid Public Water Supply System Operator Class I License, Water Laboratory Analyst License, Qualified Water Loss Certification, Class A CDL License with Hazardous material endorsement and Tanker Endorsement.
Core Competencies & ADA Compliance
Technology Use
– Demonstrates required skills, adapts to new technologies, troubleshoots problems, and uses technology to increase productivity.
Job Knowledge
– Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others.
Continuous Learning
– Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; seeks feedback to improve performance; pursues training and development opportunities; shares expertise with others.
Analytical
– Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs workflows and procedures.
Design
– Generates creative solutions; translates concepts into images; uses feedback to modify designs; applies design principles; demonstrates attention to detail.
Problem Solving
– Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations.
Project Management
– Develops project plans; coordinates projects; communicates changes and progress; completes projects on time and within budget; manages project team activities.
Customer Focus
– Promotes customer focus; establishes customer service standards; monitors customer satisfaction; develops new approaches to meeting needs.
Cooperation
– Builds effective relations; offers assistance; works collaboratively; resolves conflicts.
Communications
– Expresses ideas verbally and in writing; listens; keeps others informed.
Teamwork
– Balances team and individual responsibilities; contributions to positive team spirit; supports others’ success.
Written Communication
– Writes clearly and informatively; edits for spelling and grammar; presents numerical data effectively.
Leadership
– Fosters team cooperation; defines roles; motivates; recognizes contributions.
Quality Management
– Improves and promotes quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
Ethics
– Treats people with respect; upholds integrity and principles.
Diversity
– Promotes harassment‑free environment; supports diverse workforce.
Benefits Employer Paid: Vacation Pay, Sick Pay, Holiday Pay, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Defined Benefit Retirement Plan. Optional: Vision Insurance, Short Term Disability Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, 457(b) Plan, Whole Life Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Discounted YMCA Membership.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. While performing the duties, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel, talk or hear; frequently required to stand and sit; occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; taste or smell; and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment The work environment characteristics include occasional exposure to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme cold and extreme heat. The noise level is usually moderate.
Equal Employment Opportunity The City of Albany, Georgia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Albany, Georgia will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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