Overview
At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.
Orange County Utilities provides water resources and solid waste recovery services to protect and enrich the lives of the citizens and guests of Orange County Florida. The Water Division ensures a safe and reliable water supply for all of Orange County Utilities’ customers, and we operate four regional water supply facilities and eight satellite water supply facilities that collectively produce approximately 71 million gallons per day.
Job Description
General Functions
The Water Division is seeking a highly qualified individual to fill the position of Assistant Manager. This position is responsible for assisting in planning, directing, and oversight of division programs, services, and resources in accordance with short and long range goals, policy statements, and regulatory directives. This position may serve as the principal lead on various operations within the division and provides leadership and supervision to the professional, technical and administrative involved in a variety of tasks associated with the specified Division.
Work is performed with independence and the position reports to the Water Division Manager, Utilities. The work is evaluated by timeliness, compliance, and effectiveness of the programs and procedures.
Representative Duties/Assignments
- Assists the Division Manager with overall supervision and evaluation of all office and field operations, safety and training programs, and other divisional programs.
- Assists in planning, coordinating, and leading the daily operations of water production, water quality operations, laboratory and conservation programs through the organization's section managers including administration, operations, maintenance, engineering, construction to effect operational efficiency and economy.
- Participates in developing, recommending, and implementing current and long range strategic goals, objectives, and tactical plans per the Water Division's Business Plan.
- Prepares and reviews reports and operating/production data for the organization and compares them to established objectives and standards; recommends and implements appropriate measures to correct unsatisfactory results.
- Assists the Division Manager with the analysis, preparation, presentation, justification, and administration of the Division budget.
- Performs special analytical studies and prepares reports as directed by the Division Manager.
- Assists in promoting the division throughout the industry; serves as division representative with other governmental agencies or regulatory agencies; attends and participates in board meetings, professional organizations, and community meetings as necessary.
- Acts as the Division Manager in absence of the Manager.
- Responsible for supervisory duties including planning, managing, and evaluating performance of staff. Recommends selection of new hires and assists with disciplinary actions of employees.
- Performs other related duties as assigned by the Division Manager.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, Public Administration, or closely related field and five (5) years of progressively responsible customer service experience in a water, wastewater, or solid waste utility, to include two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Preferences
- Prefer applicants with management experience in water treatment processes, operations, regulatory compliance, permitting, process improvements and optimization
- Experience in leading an environmental laboratory
- Experience with business applications systems such as Maximo, Advantage, CCB
- Direct supervisory experience and management experience
- Experience in innovation, collaboration and inclusivity between operational divisions and sections within an organization
- Water or wastewater industry experience
Application Deadline
Open Date: 03/20/2025
Close Date: 04/02/2025
This posting is subject to close without prior notice.
Salary Information
Pay Grade: 024 - From $47.69 to $69.15
FLSA Status: Exempt
Placement based on Education and Experience
Benefits
- 10 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays annually.
- 18 days paid time off per year.
- Longevity bonus based on years of service.
- 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
- Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
- Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
- Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
- Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
- Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
- Earn service time to forgive student loans.
Disclaimer: Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements.
For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx
Veterans Preference
If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder.
Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.
Educational Requirements
If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.
Address
Orange County Utilities
Water Division
9150 Curry Ford Road
Orlando, FL 32809
Notes
Hours: 40
Working hours: Monday – Friday/ 8:00am – 5:00pm
*May include additional hours in the event of an emergency*
Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete the pre-employment drug, physical and background check.
