Job Title:             Assistant Wastewater Superintendent   

Division:              Wastewater                                                         

Department:      Public Works     

Reports To:         Wastewater Superintendent                                                                                            

Open Date:         May 18, 2012

Close Date:         Open Until Filled, First Review June 18, 2012 at 4:00 pm

Hiring Salary:     $4,362.00 -  $4,725.00 per month, DOE  

Salary Range:   $4,362.00 - $6,815.00 per month, DOE

Job Summary:  Highly responsible managerial work in the operation, maintenance and development of the City wastewater treatment plant facilities and sewer collection system. Provides direct general supervision, leadership, and training to all division staff.  Responsible Charge work in the operation, maintenance, and repair of the City’s wastewater collection and treatment facilities.  Reports to Wastewater Superintendent.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Supervises the work of collection and maintenance personnel engaged in the maintenance and mechanical repair of plant equipment and facilities, including skilled mechanical and electrical work and the work of sewer crews engaged in the cleaning and maintenance of collection system sewer lines.

• Inspects plant operations frequently to assure all equipment is operating at top efficiency; assures that proper maintenance and servicing is performed on all machinery and processing or collection system equipment.

• Accountable for the wastewater treatment plant’s overall compliance with state and federal environmental regulations and discharge monitoring permit criteria;

• Day-to-day supervision of Wastewater Collections and Maintenance staff;

• Maintains plant records and helps administer the Pretreatment Program and Biosolids Program;

• Tracks and maintains records relating to compliance with the Wastewater Division Air Permit issued by the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality.

• Participates in budget development for the Wastewater division, regularly reviews division budget, approves routine expenditures, and promotes financial accountability throughout the division.

• Prepares oral and written progress reports to the Wastewater Superintendent;

• Represents the Division at appropriate meetings;

• Prepares employee shift and on-call schedules and assists with coordinating the maintenance schedules;

• Administers Training and Safety Programs;

• Routinely reviews plant operations and maintenance records;

• Reviews proposed construction and specification documents, coordinates plant assets with contractor for smooth upgrades.

• Develops Standard Operating Procedures for division processes

• Maintains records according to Record Retention Policies outlined by the city.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned or needed. 

Job Specifications:

• Associates degree or equivalent, plus considerable wastewater treatment plant operation experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the desired skills, knowledge, and abilities;

• Good knowledge of the operation and servicing requirements of pump motors, electrical machinery, mechanical equipment, and control equipment commonly related to wastewater treatment and collection;

• Substantial knowledge of the City of Meridian Wastewater Treatment Plant operation and maintenance Requirements;

• Good knowledge of Pretreatment Regulations;

• Knowledge of modern principles and practices of supervision;

• Must display an attitude of cooperation and the ability to work well with others;

• Ability to effectively direct the activities of subordinates in a manner which will accomplish program objectives;

• Ability to train and evaluate subordinates in the skillful and safe operation and maintenance of equipment;

• Ability to maintain records and prepare activity reports;

• Ability to use tact and diplomacy when dealing with citizen complaints;

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with respect to subordinates, other city personnel and the public;

• Ability to provide quality service in a cost effective manner to recommend improved methods of performing the work;

• Ability to work as a team player;

• Ability to physically perform the essential functions of the job;

• Integrity, in the performance of assigned tasks;

• Communicates with others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations.

Required Technical Skills:

• Computer Skills –
       o       Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)   
       o       SCADA

• Asset Management Software

• Budgeting (Basic)

• Basic Knowledge of HR Policies

Required Soft Skills:

Leadership
     o       Adaptability/Flexibility - Includes the ability to adapt to changing conditions and ability to accept change as well as an individual's openness to new ideas or new ways of doing things.
     o       Problem Solving w/ Introductions to Anticipatory Thinking - Consists of the ability to proactively take action, troubleshoot problems, and successfully  apply problem-solving techniques to overcome them.  Includes proactive problem solving and risk management.  Also includes an introduction to anticipatory thinking in the areas of problem cause identification and action taking. 
     o       Attitude w/ Introduction to Dynamic Optimism - Represents a commitment to choosing an optimistic and positive attitude on a daily basis.  Also reflects an introduction to dynamic optimism in developing a foundational understanding of how your attitude affects those around you.
     o       Organizational/Time Management Foundation - Represents a positive foundation for individual time management as well as the ability to effectively prioritize one's efforts and follow through to see things to their completion.
     o       Decision Making w/ Introduction to Decisiveness and Emphasis on Team Decision Making - The ability to evaluate ramifications, input, information, applicable factors, and alternative actions to make effective decisions.  Includes an introduction to expanded aspects of decisiveness. 
     o       Proactive Engagement - Consists of the ability to an practice of actively initiating communication and relationships with those around you.  Represents a proactive mindset towards approaching others to address conflict, communicate expectations, encourage participation, provide mentorship, gain buy-in, or build rapport and credibility.
     o       Resiliency - The ability to overcome adversity and bounce back from setbacks.  Also represents an individual's level of confidence.
     o       Management Dynamics & Responsibility - Represents a foundational understanding of the roles and responsibilities associated with managing others and the dynamics and responsibilities associated with supervising others.  Also includes an introduction to leadership concepts. 

Strategic Management
     o       Planning - Represents the ability to think strategically, evaluating actions and decisions for their impacts and ramifications on the organization as a whole as well as in relation to resources and capabilities.  Also represents the ability to continually identify, evaluate, articulate, and execute strategic opportunities. 
     o       Change Management - Represents a solid understanding of successful change management strategies and techniques and the ability to implement said techniques to drive change initiatives. 
     o       Workflow - The ability to effectively identify team/unit outcome accountabilities and appropriate allocate team resources and individual competencies to achieve desired results. 
     o       Enhancement Identification - Represents a continuous commitment to identifying and evaluating options and alternative methods to improve the functional performance of the organization and or unit/team.
     o       Environment Support/Model - Consists of a solid understanding of organizational values and a commitment to model appropriate behaviors as well as a commitment to championing values initiatives. 

Performance Coaching
     o       Mentorship - The capability and empathy to recognize performance enhancement opportunities or performance hurdles and provide coaching to enhance their efforts and overall success.  Also represents the ability to effectively communicate and reinforce individual performance expectations.
     o       Talent and Team Development - Represents the ability to identify development opportunities to improve unit performance and provide/facilitate appropriate training efforts.
     o       Conflict Resolution - Consists of the ability to proactively address conflict situations head on and facilitate a positive resolution.
     o       Team Facilitation - The ability to facilitate team cooperation and collaboration as well as troubleshoot team performance hurdles.  Also represents the ability to appropriately align team capabilities and ensure that the team has the necessary resources and direction to accomplish its objectives. 

Communication
     o       Delegation - The ability to identify tasks to be delegated and effectively communicate performance expectations and guidelines to individuals and or team.
     o       Meeting Facilitation - Represents the capability to facilitate positive interaction amongst a group as well as maintain focus and keep the group on task to ensure achievement of desired outcomes.
     o       Presentations - The ability to effectively present ideas to a group.  Includes the ability to read an audience and to effectively tailor the message to individual groups.
     o       Collaboration w/ Introduction to Storytelling - Consists of the capability to effectively communicate and engage others.  Also consists of the ability to appropriately assert your opinions and express your ideas as well as an introduction to the inspirational aspects of storytelling.
     o       Customer Service - Represents a solid understanding of the concepts and practices for effectively dealing with customers both internal and external.

Other Position Qualifications:

• Must possess an Associate’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university with major course work in physical science, wastewater technology, engineering, business administration, or a related field or have the combination of education and experience to satisfy The Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licensing Class IV Operator requirements..

• Must possess or have the ability to obtain Class IV Idaho Wastewater Treatment Operators and Class IV Collections Licenses within 24 months;

• Must hold a valid State of Idaho Drivers License & safe driving record;

• Must have good communication and public relations skills.

Tools and Equipment Used:

• Pickup truck, and various office equipment such as telephone, calculator and copy machine. 

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in an office environment while sitting at a desk for intermittent periods of time.  The noise level often in the work environment is usually quiet in the office and moderate to loud in the field;

• Frequently works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions;

• Frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and vibration;

• Requires driving a motor vehicle or maintenance equipment;

• Occasionally is exposed to risk of electrical shock;

• Occasionally requires lifting and moving up to 50 pounds.

Travel Requirments:

• Drives a City motor vehicle to other city sites.