Summary
- Open until filled with a first review date of 03/07/2025 **
- This position is assigned to the Wastewater Treatment Division ONLY**
Are you looking to join a team that values Professionalism, Accountability, Integrity, and Responsiveness? Do you want to be a part of a strong team dedicated to serving our community, building relationships, and creating opportunities? Then this might be the opportunity for you!
We are looking for someone to join Team Yuma as a Wastewater Treatment Plant Manager, working with the Department of Utilities. This ideal candidate will be responsible to manage and monitor operations at the City's Wastewater Utility plant.
Under general supervision, plans and manages the operation, maintenance and repair of Wastewater (WW) treatment systems and operating plants for the City of Yuma's Utilities Department; coordinates with City departments and State agencies to assure compliance with state and Federal environmental regulations and standards, and City policies, procedures and goals.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: --
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Plans, manages, reviews and evaluates multiple wastewater treatment plants including operations, maintenance and repair of treatment plant pumping process control equipment, booster pumping stations, water storage facilities, wastewater lift stations, and biosolids disposal.
- Manages Wastewater activities and functions to protect the health and safety of the citizens and the environment; provides leadership, direction and guidance; effective wastewater treatment; assures compliance with state and Federal environmental and water quality regulations and standards, and City policies, procedures and goals.
- Monitors operations to assure that operating procedures are followed; initiates actions required to correct environmental and safety violations, and potential problems.
- Leads staff to increase the efficiency of the Wastewater systems, reviews progress of projects and work assignments, and assists staff in prioritizing, organizing and allocating resources.
- Plans and manages the activities of staff; plans, prioritizes and assigns tasks and projects; trains and coaches staff; monitors work, develops staff skills, and evaluates performance.
- Plans and prioritizes Wastewater special projects; assures accomplishment of goals and objectives; plans staffing assignments to assure operational effectiveness; reviews the work of assigned staff to assure the work quality and timely completion of assigned duties and responsibilities.
- Monitors Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) telemetry and process control systems; monitors reports, evaluates trends and maintenance issues, anticipates problems, and develops solutions.
- Identifies repair and upgrade requirements; oversees special projects, including work with consultants, engineers and contractors; reviews progress of projects and work assignments, compiles data and generates operational reports; assures effective communication of trends and issues.
- Identifies repair and upgrade requirements; oversees special projects; compiles data and generates operational reports; assures effective communication of trends and issues.
- Manages regulatory agency reporting; responds to critical incidents and takes command when appropriate; coordinates plans and resolves issues with other state and regional agencies.
- Manages budgets and monitors expenditures; manages administrative activities including procurement, inventory, records management, personnel issues, payroll reporting, and work activity reports.
- Supports the relationship between the City and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; promotes the City goals and priorities, vision, values and the “Yuma Way”, and complies with all City policies and procedures.
- Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education, Training and Experience Guidelines
Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, or related field; AND five years of Wastewater operations experience, including two years of supervisory experience, preferably with City of Yuma; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Knowledge Of
- City policies and procedures.
- State and Federal regulations, safety standards, and inspection protocols, including United States Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA), Arizona Department of Environmental Quality, American Water Works Association, Uniform Plumbing Code, Yuma City Code, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration laws, rules, and requirements governing the management of water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, and emergency response protocols.
- Methods, practices, standards and specifications for compliance to Wastewater regulations.
- Principles and practices of Wastewater plant facilities and equipment maintenance and repair.
- Principles of design, construction and maintenance of Wastewater plant facilities, and servicing requirements of plant machinery and equipment, including SCADA systems.
- Techniques and practices for efficient and cost effective management of resources.
- Environmentally responsible and resource-efficient public utilities maintenance techniques.
Skill In
- Managing Wastewater systems operations, and interpreting and applying technical standards and procedures, Federal and state rules and regulations, and City policies and procedures.
- Analyzing Wastewater problems, evaluating alternatives, and recommending methods, procedures and techniques for resolution of issues.
- Tracking and analyzing Wastewater utility costs and usage patterns.
- Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
- Managing staff, delegating tasks and authority, and coaching to improve staff performance.
- Interpreting technical instructions and analyzing complex variables.
- Promoting and enforcing safe work practices.
- Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with City employees, officials, and representatives from other local, state and Federal agencies.
- Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
- Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.
- Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
License And Certification Requirements
A valid Arizona State Driver's License is required. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator's Grade 4 certification from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) is required. ADEQ certifications in both W/WW functions are preferred; additional technical training and certifications may be required. Equivalent certifications from other jurisdictions may be considered at application. ADEQ reciprocity certification is required within 60 days of hire.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a standard office environment and on location at City Wastewater Utility plants with moderate physical requirements, and strength sufficient to lift and move items weighing up to fifty pounds; may be exposed to safety hazards and dangerous tools and equipment.
The City of Yuma offers the following benefits to Full-time City employees:
- ARIZONA STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM (ASRS) - City employees are automatically enrolled in the Arizona State Retirement System. Employees contribute 12.12% (pre-tax) and the City contributes 12.12% of employee gross wages through automatic deduction. Should an employee terminate City employment, the ASRS funds may be withdrawn or remain until retirement. Contributions to the ASRS are in addition to FICA (Social Security taxes).
- LONG TERM DISABILITY (LTD) - Included through the Arizona State Retirement System. Employees contribute .15% and the City contributes .15% of employee gross wages. LTD contributions are in addition to FICA (Social Security taxes).
- SHORT TERM DISABILITY The City provides short-term disability coverage at no cost to the employee. Short-term disability replaces part of your income if you can’t work for a short time due to a covered disability.
- SOCIAL SECURITY & MEDICARE - Employees pay a contribution into the Social Security & Medicare System.
- WORKER'S COMP. - Insurance coverage for medical expenses and loss of income due to an on-the-job injury is provided by the City of Yuma for all employees.
- UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE - Employees are covered by Unemployment Insurance.
- MEDICAL, DENTAL, and VISION INSURANCE - The City of Yuma is proud to provide medical, dental and vision insurance for its employees which is administered by the Yuma Area Benefit Consortium. Employees may choose from two traditional PPO plans or a High Deductible Health Plan with a Health Savings Account. Dependent premiums are paid one month in advance and are pre-taxed (unless waived). Additional information regarding medical, dental and vision benefits may be requested from the City's Human Resources Department.
- LIFE INSURANCE - The City provides a life insurance policy for employees in an amount that is equal to your annual salary. An Accidental Death and Dismemberment rider is also included for an equal amount. Employees may elect, at their cost, additional life insurance for up to 5X their annual salary. Various voluntary insurance policies are available at your cost and may be set up as an automatic payroll deduction. Information is available from the City's Human Resources Department.
- FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT - The plan establishes a reimbursement account, which is designed to provide you with a means of paying for certain medical, dental, vision, and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. The amount you designate is subtracted from your earnings before taxes and is deposited in your flexible spending account. As a new employee you have 30 days from your hire date to enroll.
- EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - Provides free counseling sessions for employees and family members, as well as a 24-hour crisis line for emergencies.
- COMPENSATORY LEAVE (COMP. TIME) - Paid leave that an employee has elected to accrue in lieu of overtime payment.
- GENERAL LEAVE - This leave is available for all regular full-time and regular part-time employees. General Leave is paid leave for an employee's personal time off. General Leave can normally be used 90 days after your hire date. General Leave accrual varies by the employee's years of service and employment status.
- 0 to 5 years = 6.14 hours per pay day or 153.5 hours annually
- 5 to 10 years = 7.74 hours per pay day or 193.5 hours annually
- 10 to 15 years = 8.06 hours per pay day or 201.5 hours annually
- 15 to 20 years = 8.7 hours per pay day or 217.5 hours annually
- 20+ years = 9.34 hours per pay day or 233.5 hours annually
- SICK LEAVE - Employees are eligible to utilize paid sick leave immediately following 90 calendar days from their date of hire. July 1 of each year, employees will have 40 hours of sick leave added to their sick leave bank. New employees will have 40 hours of sick leave added to their sick leave bank on their date of hire.
- PAID PARENTAL LEAVE The City provides up to 4 weeks of paid parental leave to employees following the birth of an employee’s child or the placement of a child with an employee in connection with adoption or foster care.
- HOLIDAYS - The City recognizes 12 holidays per year. Holiday pay is at eight hours per holiday.
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (third Monday in January)
- President's Day (third Monday in February)
- Memorial Day (Last Monday in May)
- Juneteenth
- Independence Day
- Labor Day (First Monday in September)
- Veterans Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Day After Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
- Additional Day in conjunction with Christmas
- DEFERRED COMPENSATION - Employees may participate in a tax-sheltered Annuity Plan (457 Plan) through payroll deduction to provide additional retirement income.
- TUITION REIMBURSEMENT The City provides eligible employees tuition reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate level courses. Eligible full-time employees may receive up to a maximum of $3,500 per calendar year.
- SMOKE-FREE WORK ENVIRONMENT - The City prohibits smoking in, and within a reasonable distance of, all buildings used by the City for the conduct of City business or buildings or facilities used or occupied as workspace by City employees. This includes City owned and operated vehicles. This policy applies to all City employees, volunteers, citizens, and other persons entering or using City owned or operated facilities and/or vehicles.
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By marking "Yes", I understand that my answers to the supplemental questions must be verifiable in the education and/or work experience section of my job application.
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What is your highest level of education?
- Master's Degree or higher
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- High school diploma or GED
- None of the above
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Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree or greater in Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, or related field?
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If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please indicate what type of degree you possess and the field of study. If no degree, please enter "N/A".
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Do you have five or more years of Wastewater operations experience? (Must be listed in the Work Experience section of the application)
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Which of the following best describes your years of Wastewater operations experience?
- 9 or more years
- 7 to 8 years
- 5- 6 years
- 3-4 years
- 1 to 2 years
- Less than one year or none
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Do you have two (2) or more years of supervisory experience? (Must be listed in the Work Experience section of the application)
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If you answered "Yes" to the question above, is your two (2) or more years of supervisory experience with the City of Yuma? (Must be verifiable in the Work Experience section of the application)
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A valid Driver's License is required at the time of application. Do you possess a valid Driver's License? An Arizona Driver's License will be required, if hired.
- Yes, I possess a valid Arizona State Driver's License.
- Yes, I possess a valid Driver's License from a state other than Arizona AND I agree to obtain a valid Arizona Driver's License as required.
- No, I do not have a valid Driver's License.
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Do you currently have a valid Water Treatment Plant Operator's Grade 4 certification from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ). (Must be listed in the Certificates and Licenses section of the application)
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Equivalent certifications from other jurisdictions may be considered at application. Do you have a certification, from another state, equal to an ADEQ Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator's Grade 4 certification? (Must be listed in the Certificates and Licenses section of the application)
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Candidates with Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) certifications in BOTH Water and Wastewater functions are preferred. Do you possess BOTH Water AND Wastewater ADEQ certifications? (Must be listed in the Certificates and Licenses section of the application)
