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## ASSISTANT WATER DIVISION DIRECTOR
- Type:Open Competitive
- Salary/Pay Rate:M-07 (\$93,467- \$144,875)
- Posted Date:09/22/2025
- Deadline to Apply:10/13/2025
Announcement No.
2311001
Department
Public Works
Affiliation
Executive and Managerial
Flsa
Exempt
The City of Wilmington, a leading Delaware employer, provides the
City\'s sanitation, recycling, street cleaning, water, and
transportation services through the Department of Public Works. The
Water Division operates an entire Water, Wastewater and Stormwater
utility. The division consists of 2 Water treatment plants, a regional
wastewater treatment plant and hundreds of miles of water transmission
and distribution mains as well as sewer and stormwater mains.
## DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Assistant Water Division Director provides technical and managerial
leadership to support the Director in overseeing the Citys water,
wastewater and stormwater systems. This role involves strategic
planning, regulatory compliance, financial management, and ensuring the
efficient and sustainable delivery of safe and reliable water and
wastewater services to the community. This position reports to the Water
Division Director. Additional Responsibilities Include
- Provide visionary leadership and direction to the water utility
team, fostering a culture of excellence, safety, and continuous
improvement; assist to develop and implement strategic plans to
achieve the utilitys long-term goals and objectives.
- Oversee the operation and maintenance of water and wastewater
treatment plants, distribution and collection systems, and related
infrastructure to ensure the continuous delivery of safe drinking
water.
- Implement preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and
extend the life of assets; respond to and manage emergency
situations, including natural disasters, system failures, and public
health threats.
- Oversee and assist with the administration of contracts covering
services related to the operation of the water/wastewater treatment
plant and distribution and collection system.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations
related to water quality, environmental protection, and public
health. Assist to prepare and submit required reports to regulatory
agencies and communicate with the public about water quality and
safety.
- Assist to develop and manage the utilitys budget, ensuring financial
sustainability and efficient use of resources. Identify and pursue
funding opportunities, including grants and partnerships, to support
capital projects and operational improvements.
- Assist in planning, design, and implementation of capital projects,
including infrastructure upgrades, expansions, and new construction.
Develop and maintain a long-term capital improvement plan to address
current and future needs of the utility.
- Collaborate with engineers, consultants, and contractors to ensure
projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest
standards.
- Promote and implement innovative technologies and practices to
improve the efficiency, reliability, and sustainability of the water
and wastewater utility. Develop and execute strategies to reduce
water loss, enhance water conservation, protect source water
supplies, prevent CSOs, and adhere to Citys LTCP.
- Represent the water utility at public meetings, industry
conferences, and other events. Communicate effectively with
customers, the public, and the media about utility operations,
projects, and service issues.
- Prepare operating and capital improvement budgets. Work with other
City agencies in the development of contractual agreements.
- Manage professional, technical, and operations employees within the
Water/Sewer Division.
- Provide assistance and oversight on special programs and projects as
directed by the Water Division Director including department and
citywide resiliency/sustainability program, website development, and
coordination with large wholesale customers and neighboring
utilities.
- Perform all related work as required.
## WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
All selected applicants must pass a criminal background investigation,
drug test, and pre-employment physical.
- Physical Requirements:**May require lifting up to 20 pounds, sta
