Essential Duties & Responsibilities:  Assists in the supervision of plant operations and subordinates; Ensures compliance with state and federal water quality standards for sludge thickening and dewatering.  Assists in supervision of plant operations including personnel evaluations and recommending discipline; Schedules assigned work for all shifts.  Attempts to resolve situations which could result in grievances or poor performance.  Trains plant personnel in proper equipment operation, plant operation, safety, etc.  Reviews Operations logs and reports on plant conditions.  Conducts plant tours and answers public inquiries regarding plant operations. Reviews operational and lab data.  Implements process control plan to maximize treatment effectiveness. Troubleshoots process systems and equipment to determine and correct problems.  Responds to “on call” plant emergencies requiring on-site supervisor attention.   Responds to collection system call-outs and lift station alarms.  Evaluates plant conditions and makes unsupervised operational decisions and changes to optimize the overall treatment plant performance, wastewater and biosolids quality.  Keeps supervisor informed of potential issues.  Shift relief as needed.  Assists in the supervision of plant operations and subordinates; Ensures compliance with state and federal water quality standards for sludge thickening and dewatering.  

Job Specifications:  Must possess an Idaho Class II Wastewater Treatment Operators License or equivalent. Previous experience as a successful Wastewater Lead is preferable. Ability to work well with people and learn management and supervisory techniques is required.  Ability to learn chemical and physical processes of activated sludge treatment.  Ability to analyze plant and lab data and to implement process control changes to maximize efficiency and effectiveness of plant systems. Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematic diagrams.  Ability to learn modern principles and practices of supervision.  Ability to develop skills in effectively planning, developing, scheduling, assigning, coordinating, and evaluating large programs, activities and personnel.  Ability to effectively direct the activities of subordinate in a manner which will accomplish program objectives.  Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with respect to subordinates, other city personnel and the public. Ability to work as a team player.  Must display an attitude of cooperation and the ability to work well with others.  Must have integrity, in the performance of assigned tasks.  Ability to communicate with management, supervisors and co-workers with respect in a pleasant, courteous manner.   Must be adaptable, flexible, able to think strategically, resolve conflicts, facilitate teams; develop, mentor and coach others; make presentations.  An Idaho Driver’s license with a good driving record is required.