Minimum Training & Experience
The following education and experience will be accepted:
- A bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering, business, public administration, environmental science or closely related field, plus a minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in water and/or wastewater treatment facilities; OR
- An associate degree in Engineering, Business, Public Administration plus a minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience water treatment and/or wastewater treatment facilities.
A minimum of five (5) years of management/supervisory experience required. Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License and have and maintain an acceptable driving record.
A Water and/or Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator license from the State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection or other recognized authority is preferred.
EMERGENCY DECLARATION STATUS
Code 1: Essential Employees may be required to work during an undeclared emergency and/or declared emergency. On an incident-by-incident basis, the employee’s Department Head will make the determination as to who will be required to work.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB
Under limited supervision employee performs complex professional, technical and administrative work coordinating sustainable operations of the City’s water and wastewater treatment facilities, plant maintenance operations and regulatory compliance. Work involves capital planning, developing budgets, managing operations and personnel, and implementing proposals and programs necessary to meet the City’s current and anticipated water and wastewater demands. Employee is responsible for direct and delegated supervision of the employees in assigned areas of the Utilities Department. This position will report directly to the Utilities Director.
SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBLITIES
Essential Job Functions
At the discretion of the Utilities Director, responsible for all areas related to the planning, coordination, and assignments within the Plant Operations, Plant Maintenance and Compliance Divisions, as well as the general operation of the Department.
Ensures Department’s compliance with federal, state and local laws, regulations and guidelines concerning water quality and for sewage treatment and disposal; establishes and ensures compliance with policies and procedures to meet such regulations.
Ensures proper completion and submission of reports and forms as required by federal, state or local authorities.
Monitors activities and provides input for the preparation and review of the Department's Capital Improvement Program and assigned budgets to ensure consistency with City, department and division objectives.
Conducts simple and in-depth research, as necessary, to project long-range needs for treatment systems, overall utilities system operations and enhancement of related technology, and associated cost estimates.
Coordinates as necessary to ensure that construction planning, scheduling, and the processing of shop drawings and change orders are carried out in a timely and efficient manner.
Assists in the development and review departmental items for City Council agendas.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with City officials, and employees, the general public, and representatives of other organizations and agencies toward the accomplishment of assigned projects and Departmental goals.
Assists in the formulation and negotiation of agreements on behalf of the department.
As assigned, oversees investigations and public responses pertaining to plant operations, regulatory compliance, and other Departmental matters.
Prepares and presents oral and written reports and presentations as requested.
Provides direction to subordinates in establishing their priorities and maintaining schedules.
Responsible for personnel matters within the Department, including time and attendance, hiring, training and development, performance appraisals, employee relations and related activities.
Advises and recommends the acceptance of new facilities and systems.
Is tactful and courteous with the public and maintains composure in difficult and/or stressful situations.
Coordinates the Department’s permitting and compliance activities.
Acts as Utilities Director in the absence of the Utilities Director.
Aditional Job Functions
Performs other work as required.
This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary that are a logical assignment to the position.
This position is General Exempt and is covered under Personnel Policies and the Administrative Code.
Health Insurance: Health care plan options include HDHP, OAPIN and OAP through Cigna.
Dental Insurance: Dental coverage is offered in three plans that include DHMO & PPO High/Low plans.
Vision Insurance: Vision coverage includes an annual eye exam, frames and lenses or contact lenses in lieu of eyeglasses.
Life Insurance: The City of Palm Bay provides each employee with life insurance in the amount of one time their annual base salary at no cost. Additional coverage is available at the employee's cost up to the Guaranteed Issue amount of $250,000.
Dependent/Spouse Life Insurance: The City of Palm Bay provides each employee with dependent/spouse life insurance in the amount of $5,000 per dependent at no cost. Additional coverage is available at the employee's cost.
Short Term Disability: Coverage pays 66 2/3% of employee's annual base salary during a short-term disability period not to exceed 26 weeks.
Long Term Disability: Coverage pays 66 2/3% of employee's salary at time of disability after a 180 consecutive day waiting period.
Defined Contribution Retirement Plan: City contributes a base of 3%. Employees may contribute up to 6% and the City will match the employees contribution.
Holidays: 10 holidays and 1 birthday holiday.
Paid Leave: Accrue 96 hours of vacation and sick leave per year. Accrued vacation hours increase after 10 years of service. Administrative leave for exempt employees – 48 hours per year.
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Do you have a valid driver's license and have and maintain an acceptable, safe driving record?
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Education
This position requires a degree in engineering, business, public administration, environmental science or closely related field. Which best describes your highest level of completed education:
- High School or GED
- Degree in an unrelated field
- Associate Degree in engineering, business, public administration, environmental science or closely related field.
- Bachelor's Degree in engineering, business, public administration, environmental science or closely related field.
- Master's Degree or higher in engineering, business, public administration, environmental science or closely related field.
- None of the above
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How many years of progressively responsible experience water treatment and/or wastewater treatment facilities?
- None
- Less than 6
- 6 to 9 years
- 10 to 13 years
- 14 or more years
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Briefly explain your experience water treatment and/or wastewater treatment facilities.
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How many years of management/supervisory experience do you have?
- None
- Less than 5 years
- 5 to 8 years
- 9 or more years
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Briefly explain your management/supervisory experience.
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Do you possess a Water and/or Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator license from the State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection or other recognized authority?
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If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please provide what license you possess and the name of the issuing agency. If you answered "No", type N/A.
