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Special Instructions to Applicants:
This position is open until filled with a preferred application date of
April 13, 2025.
Job Description
(This job description/posting in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.)
The purpose of this job is to assist the Director of Utilities by planning, directing, and organizing daily operations of divisions within the Utilities department. Manages personnel, operations, customer service, facilities, capital improvements, maintenance, and engineering functions.
Essential Functions:
Supports the Director in the execution of department strategic plans, implementation of department-wide initiatives, and direction of operational activities; coordinates major projects and continuous quality improvement activities.
Supervises, manages, and evaluates assigned employees and makes decisions about hiring, discipline and/or termination of employees; prioritizes and assigns work; develops and oversees employee work schedules and approves time away from work; provides and/or facilitates employee training and development; addresses employee concerns and/or problems; counsels and/or disciplines as appropriate; completes employee performance appraisals; determines or makes recommendations regarding new hire salaries and salary changes; and acts as liaison between employees and management.
Oversees division budgets. Assists in preparation of annual operating and capital budgets and fiscal accountability.
Prepares memos, reports, and presentations for City Council, advisory boards, and task forces.
Ensures accurate recordkeeping, reviews safety procedures, and develops procedural changes.
Establishes and implements customer service standards.
Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience(
An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered):
Education and Experience
Bachelors Degree in Engineering or related field.
7-9 years of experience in utility operations, including prior supervisory experience. Experience in water utility operations preferred.
Licenses or Certifications
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
Valid drivers license.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
Algebra, geometry, calculus, and engineering formulas.
Principles, practices, and methods of municipal government.
Relevant laws and regulations pertaining to water production and distribution.
Managerial best practices and methods.
General office practices, administrative procedures, and records management.
Skill in:
Communicating verbally and in writing to meet the needs of the audience.
Monitoring and assessing the performance of employees or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Collecting, organizing, and analyzing complex and/or technical data.
Developing and maintaining effective working relationships.
Ability to:
Handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure and maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
Manage a budget and work within the constraints of that budget.
Effectively plan and delegate the work of others and to train and/or supervise the work of others.
Regularly use a computer, software, phone and rel