Superintendent, Water Treatment, (A244120-9), 212, Water Treatment

Revised: 06/06/2024; 06/13/2024

Manages water/wastewater treatment operations for multiple plants. Leads team of supervisors in the achievement of system goals. Manages budgets, negotiates purchase orders with vendors, and oversees ongoing improvement projects.  Responds to customer concerns and problems. Maintains all plant facilities in compliance with current TCEQ and EPA rules and regulations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff. Supervisory functions include: makes hiring and termination decisions; prioritizes assignments and directs work; develops and oversees employee work schedules and approves time away from work; provides and/or facilitates employee training and development; approves/processes employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate; completes employee performance appraisals; determines or makes recommendations regarding new hire salaries and salary changes; and acts as liaison between employees and management.

• Reviews operations and maintenance of wastewater plants and implements corrective actions required for state and federal compliance.

• Compiles and maintains accurate records and reports.

• Conducts production and cost analysis for consumables needed for proper operation.

• Ensures that all employees comply with safety rules and regulations.

• Performs related work as required.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of the occupational hazards connected with wastewater plant related activities.

• Knowledge of the Clean Water Act.

• Knowledge of EPA, TCEQ, and City of Laredo compliance regulations.

• Knowledge of modern office procedures and methods including computers and applicable software.

• Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of employee supervision.

Skills and Abilities:

• Skill in organization and time management.

• Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature.

• Ability to understand and convey information.

• Ability to instruct and train on methods and procedures.

• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

• Ability to meet schedules and deadlines of the work.

• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries.

• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with others.

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.

• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.

• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.

• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.

• Ability to perform strenuous work and routine work.

• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.

• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.

• Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.

• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Effort Requirements

Position will have the following exposures

• Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards.        Occasional outside work.

• Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

Work Environment Locations

Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments

Never

• Confined space

Seldom

• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Warehouse environment

Sometimes

• Construction site

Frequently

• Office or similar indoor environment

• Outdoor environment

Often:

• Vehicles

Exposures

Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements

Seldom

• Individuals with known violent backgrounds

Sometimes

• Individuals who are hostile or irate

• Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Frequently

• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)

• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)

• Communicable diseases

• Moving mechanical parts

• Fumes or airborne particles

• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances

Travel

Position will require the employee to travel

Never:

• National travel

• International travel

Seldom

• Regional travel

Sometimes

• Local travel

Required Education and Experience

• Thirty (30) college hours from an accredited* college or university in Business Administration, Public Administration, Science, or Engineering

• At least nine (9) years of experience in water/wastewater treatment plant operations, of which at least two (2) years of experience was supervising personnel

• Council of Higher Education Accreditation (C.H.E.A.) Required Licenses or Certifications

• Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Water/Wastewater Operator B License

The following Licenses and Certifications that must be obtained after employment. Continued employment is contingent on successfully obtaining required certification(s) and/or license(s) within the specified period of time indicated above from time of hire:

• Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Water/Wastewater Operator A license must be obtained within 12 months of employment

Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.

Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.

Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.

City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.