Water Superintendent

Overview

The City of Gresham is seeking a collaborative, team oriented, public servant to serve as our Water Operations Superintendent.The position plans and manages the work of the Water Division of the City of Gresham's public works operations.With the primary focus of delivering safe, potable water to Gresham, this position is a leader for upholding and maintaining compliance with mandated and un-mandated requirements of the US-EPA, State of Oregon and the City.This person will lead a team that is focused on the goal of providing high quality water operations, and has the agility to work across divisional and departmental lines in order to complete high priority public service items.

The Water Operations Superintendent reports to the Water Division Manager, but will autonomously lead and manage Water operations, including asset management, personnel management, and project management relating to Water operations (eg. maintenance, operation and repair of water distribution systems, water storage facilities, system construction activities, and asset management). While the Superintendent manages and leads the operations of Water (projects and people), the successful candidate will join a collaborative team of Superintendents, and will serve as a 24 hour on call Superintendent on a rotational basis.

This job posting will remain open until filled. First review of applications will take place the week of July 7, 2024.

As Oregon's fourth-largest city, Gresham is a welcoming community of hard-working people where tradition and heritage meet innovation and opportunity. Gresham is a dynamic and rapidly growing city where families and businesses have a mutual desire and drive to thrive. City of Gresham employees care deeply about the community they serve, and go 'one step beyond' to deliver services in collaborative, inventive, practical, and nimble ways. Our work is challenging, fast-paced and rewarding.

We believe that to deliver the highest level of service to all Gresham community members, it is crucial we employ a diverse workforce, foster an inclusive working environment, and ensure our policies and systems result in equitable outcomes. The City seeks candidates who will support these values by continuously incorporating equity in their daily work and actively contributing to a workplace culture that respects unique viewpoints, life experiences and cultural perspectives. Come build the future with us.

Position Description

The primary purpose of this position is to manage the Water Operations group including personnel, equipment, water assets, water quality, budget and training. This also includes ensuring the water assets are well maintained, operational and that the drinking water

provided to the customer meets all regulations as set by EPA.

What you will get to do:

• Manage all planned and unplanned repair and maintenance of all assets and operations related development of the CIP.

• Ensure all regulatory compliance including EPA Safe Drinking Water Act, Oregon Health Authority, OSHA and Backflow Program.

• As the Direct Responsible person in Charge (DRC), represent and manage emergency preparedness and response.

• Mentor and ensure staff has the appropriate training to retain certifications.

• Respond to emergency calls as well as daily customer calls.

• Ensure all PPE and training is accounted for. Ensure and budget for all training needs and regulatory sampling and compliance.

• Manage operations budget, forecast with analyst, maintain regular meetings and plan from year to year maintaining system needs and upcoming budget impacts.

• Approve and code all purchase, equipment, goods, services, materials, outsourced services.

• Work on special items, contract development for goods and services, and manage contract and project as operations needs.

• Work with budget, and fleet services to forecast and prepare for large purchases and needs.

• In collaboration with the Water Division Manager, will develop the annual operating budget for the Water Division. This includes the expenditures for the wholesale purchase of water from the City of Portland, the Wellfield Protection Program, repair and maintenance of city infrastructure, field staff equipment including tools and vehicles, training for operations staff and salary and benefits for the Water Operations staff. This budget is currently about $7M annually.

• Provide subject matter expertise for cross-departmental operational needs.

• Act as Operations ROM for one quarter each year.

• Interact as expert with utility billing/meter tasks, GIS mapping needs, IT needs, development and engineering needs, with all other adjacent government agencies and municipalities, finance and fleet, facilities maintenance.

• Work with risk management related to all tort claims related to water operations.

• Act as the City representative in public interactions including resolving customer complaints, attending meetings with consultants and other public agencies and occasional meetings with neighborhood associations.

• Be an active member of recognized drinking water organizations such such as the American Water Works Association (AWWA) and the Oregon Water/Wastewater Agency Response Network (ORWARN). Involvement in these organizations may lead to committee activities.

Qualities we are looking for:

• An effective communicatorto articulate thoughts and express ideas effectively using verbal, written, visual and non-verbal communication skills, as well as listening skills to gain understanding.

• Sound Judgment and Decision Making: Someone who makes high quality decisions consistent with City values and possesses the ability to evaluate a situation or a problem objectively with a clear head, calculates risks, and makes educated decisions.

• Collaborative: An individual who works co-operatively with others and makes valued contributions that result in meeting shared objectives

• Conflict resolution skills: A leader who uses a variety of approaches to manage and resolve concerns, disagreement, and conflict.

• Excellent organization and time management skills: Someone who applies thoroughness in accomplishing tasks through concern for all areas involved, monitors and checks work, data, and other information regularly; plans and organizes time and resources efficiently.

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, and collective bargaining agreements affecting City policies and operations

• City government administration, organization, functions, and services

• Practices, principles, procedures, regulations, standards, and techniques as they relate to public works operations and maintenance, equipment operation, pesticide application, traffic control, and the use of hand and power tools

• Public drinking water systems, including OHA standards and regulations and cross connection program needs

• OSHA standards and compliance relating to excavation and construction practices

• Supervisory principles and practices

• Budget development and fiscal management principles and practices

• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service to the public and City staff

• Communication principles, practices, and techniques

• Modern office practices and methods, computer equipment, hardware and software applications

Ability to:

• Exercise discretion in confidential and sensitive matters

• Interpret, apply, and ensure compliance with applicable policies, procedures, laws, and regulations

• Understand and interpret technical manuals, work orders, blueprints, diagrams, plans, and specifications

• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, assess consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations

• Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards, and internal controls

• Oversee a multicultural workforce, promote an equitable workplace environment, and apply equitable program practices to diverse and complex City services

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all internal and external contacts

• Operate office equipment and technology tools including personal computers, laptop computers and printers, and presentation equipment

• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing; present information, proposals, and recommendations clearly and persuasively

• Physically perform the essential job functions

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Driver's LIcense

• Good driving record (according to our driving matrix)

• Associate's degree

• Three (3) to six (6) years of related experience in water system management

• Oregon Health Authority (OHA) Water Distribution Level IV Certification

• Oregon Health Authority (OHA) Cross Connection Specialist Certification

Any combination of qualifying education, training, and/or experience equivalent to Five (5) to Eight (8) years will be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with municipal budgetary processes

• Experience with OSHA safe working practices

• Applied knowledge of Oregon Health Authority/EPA Water Quality Testing Requirements

• Experience managing a diverse work force

Driving Matrix:

You will be disqualified from this process if you possess any of the following driving infractions:

• A major traffic offense or accident that results in death or major injury

• Driving under the influence (DUI) offense within the last 5 years.

• Have more than 3 moving violations within a 3-year period or more than 2 within a one-year period.

• Have more than 2 accidents within a 3-year period.

Selection Process

To apply for this position, click 'Apply' at the top of this job posting.

• Complete online application (do not type 'see resume' in any fields or omit relevant work history/education)
• Answers to supplemental questions
• 3 professional reference contacts (references will not be contacted prior to candidate consent)
• Resume

If you desire a modification of this process to accommodate a disability, please provide your request in writing to HRRecruiting@GreshamOregon.gov, or by phone to 503-618-2549, upon submitting the required application materials.

A review of application materials submitted will determine which candidates will be invited to an interview.

Communication with candidates will be done primarily through e-mail. Sometimes these messages may land in a spam or junk mail folder. We encourage you to monitor your inbox as well as the inbox within the governmentjobs.com portal for important updates related to this process.

Veteran's Preference

The City of Gresham provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with state law. Any candidate wishing to have their qualifying veteran's preference applied to the process must submit a qualifying document (DD Form 214 or 215) at the time of application providing proof of eligibility that includes discharge status. Disabled veterans must also submit a copy of their Veteran's disability preference letter from the US Department of Veteran Affairs at the time of application, unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.

Our Commitment

The City of Gresham is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants without unlawful regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, familial status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, Oregon, or local law.

Please direct questions about this position to 503-618-2549 or HRRecruiting@GreshamOregon.gov.

If you need assistance with the online application, please contact NEOGOV directly at 1-855-524-5627.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check and driving record review.