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CITY OF FARMINGTON

JOB POSITION #65: Water/Wastewater CIP Administrator

NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 1

DEPARTMENT: Water-Wastewater

WORK LOCATION: West Annex, 805 Municipal Drive

PAY CLASS: Q, Exempt

PAY RANGE: $85,744.00 - $133,251.00/Annually

DAYS WORKED: Monday – Friday

HOURS WORKED: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

TYPE OF POSITION: Regular, Full-Time

APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED: Until Filled

Job Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Works under the supervision of the Public Works Director.

Using excellent customer service skills, establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other employees, officials, and all members of the general public.

Operates a motor vehicle to assist in carrying out the business of the department and the City.

Communicates with the department director to ensure information of the division's progress and activities and any significant contacts with the public and media. Communicates with the Mayor, City Council, and City Manager, through the Public Works Director.

Responsible for the efficient delivery of services by the City of Farmington.

May be assigned the duties of managing the City's water rights in order to meet current and future demand of the City.

Directs the activities of subordinate supervisors and division employees to ensure the most efficient and equitable delivery of design services. Manages the division's operations in compliance with the City Personnel Rules, annual pay resolution, and related administrative regulations and policies.

Assists in division recruitment, hiring, performance evaluations, commendations, and disciplinary actions under the provisions of the City's personnel ordinance.

Assists in financial oversight of the Water Fund, and Wastewater Fund. Responsible for the collection and analysis of statistical data related to the operation of the water treatment and distribution system; wastewater treatment and collection system. Responsible for the periodic review of the water and wastewater systems' rate structure to maintain financial stability of those systems. Works with the Customer Service Division to ensure proper billing and addresses customer's inquiries and concerns in a manner which ensures expedient resolution and customer satisfaction.

Prepares and defends the proposed annual budget for Water Fund and Wastewater Fund before the Public Utility Commission and City Council. Manages the division's budget to ensure that the division complies with City's annual financial plan and budget and that expenditures are made in accordance with all applicable state laws and City purchasing policies. Formulates and recommends projects for five-year Capital Improvement Plan from the Water Fund and Wastewater Fund.

Supports a maintained relationship between the Water and Wastewater CIP and other departments and divisions throughout the Community Works Department and the City to provide full coordination of all interrelated activities.

Ensures overall compliance of the City of Farmington with all local, state and federal laws, regulations, and requirements pertaining to the operation of the water and wastewater Capital improvements

Conducts research, prepares reports, and makes recommendations on issues and matters related to water, wastewater.

Attends Farmington Public Utility Commission meetings to represent the department on all matters pertaining to the water and wastewater CIP.

Communicates and coordinates regularly with others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdivisional and interdepartmental operations and activities.

Performs other directly related duties consistent with the role and function of this position. Attendance at work is an essential function of this position.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

Non-essential Duties

May serve on various employee committees, as required and assigned.

Qualifications

This position is subject to the City of Farmington's Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy which includes: pre-employment testing, post-accident testing, reasonable suspicion testing, return to duty testing, and follow-up testing.

Extensive Background Checks Required.

Bachelor's degree in engineering, or closely related field. A Master's degree in public administration, management, planning or related field may be substituted for two years of the experience requirement.

A P.E. is required within Two years of hire or in lieu of P.E. licensure an operator level 4 in both water and wastewater may be substituted as equal. Five (5) years' experience in management is desired.

Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record for the past three years.

Extensive knowledge of water and wastewater utility operations and the principles and practices of water and wastewater utility management, including strategic planning, budgeting and personnel administration. Working knowledge of surface water treatment and irrigation systems highly desirable.

Comprehensive knowledge of current applicable Federal, State and local laws, rules and regulations for Safe Drinking Water; water production; water distribution and wastewater collection system operation, maintenance, and construction; Clean Water Act; wastewater treatment and biosolids management.

Working knowledge of Wastewater Treatment plant composting and biowaste solids operations and management.

Comprehensive knowledge of budgetary principles within a municipality.

Comprehensive knowledge of engineering principles and practices, including hydraulic, water treatment, pumping, and storage systems and wastewater treatment. Ability to plan and organize engineering and construction projects and read and interpret engineering designs, blueprints, specifications and contracts

Ability to train, assign, motivate, supervise and evaluate the work of others.

Working knowledge of personal computers and applicable word processing and spreadsheet software.

Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with customers, clients, contractors, supervisors, employees and general public on matters related to the water and wastewater utilities and solid waste.

Ability to follow verbal and or written instructions. Ability to work under stress and handle stressful situations. Ability to meet deadlines.

Skill in the operation of tools and equipment listed.

Tools And Equipment Used

Personal computer, including spread sheet word processing software; motor vehicle; calculator; 10- key; phone; copy and fax machine.

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 the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed mostly in an office setting; however, the supervision requires driving a motor vehicle to and from the various City facilities and project sites on a frequent and daily basis. Hand- eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear; sit; use hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand or walk.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, or airborne particles. The work environment is generally in a quiet office setting. Occasional field visits where the noise level is moderate may be necessary.

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