Employment Opportunities Title:
Director of Water & Wastewater Utilities

Post Date
10/16/2019

Expiration Date
11/13/2019

Details:
Applications will only be accepted on-line from October 15, 2019 until 11:00 pm on November 12, 2019 at the website address https://pueblowestmetro.com/172/Job-Opportunities



Job Summary



Under the supervision of the District Manager, directs the overall operation of the Pueblo West Water & Wastewater Utilities.



Work involves planning, organizing, directing, and controlling the functions, operations, and services of the Water & Wastewater Utilities Department. Responsibilities include supervising department staff, determining department purchases, planning and coordinating work schedules, overseeing the services provided and representing the department. This position is responsible for ensuring all regulatory requirements established by federal, state and local bodies for water and wastewater are met. This position oversees the team and strategies that provide clean, safe, efficient, and reliable drinking water to the Pueblo West community, as well as delivering clean and safe wastewater effluent to waters of the State of Colorado.





Essential Job Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:





Plans, organizes, directs, and controls work programs of the department; establishes and monitors controls, takes appropriate actions to correct performance and adjust program efforts to meet requirements.


Manages positions and personnel of the department; counsels employees and administers discipline; enforces District personnel policies and procedures within the department.


Oversee operations to ensure state and federal regulatory compliance and improve efficiencies


Oversee and participates in the implementation of capital improvement plans, projects for the department and life cycle upgrades to water and wastewater treatment facilities.


Manage and oversee the acquisition of water rights and manage water rights and manage the water portfolio to ensure there is sufficient capacity to serve Pueblo West.


Work with contractors, consultants, engineers, and water rights attorneys on projects and contracts.


Plans and uses resources; prepares budget, negotiates contracts and approves budgeted expenditures.


Collaborates with other District departments on projects, issues, and day-to-day activities


Addresses plans to meet unexpected situations and new developments; prepares for emergencies; keeps abreast of changes in the field.


Communicates and interacts effectively with individuals and groups at all levels and informs interested and involved parties of matters requiring their attention.


Ensures compliance within the department with applicable policies, rules, regulations and laws.


Supervisory Responsibilities



Serves as a positive and engaged member of the District Management Team and manages employees for optimum productivity.


This role takes a proactive approach to the management of employee performance while creating and mainting a supportive, professional, and open environment, consistent with the District’s culture.


Participates in the employee selection process, evaluates employees performance, provides regular feedback and participates in quarterly performance alignment conversations.


Motivates, encourages and develops direct reports.


Develops and maintains training program for staff to ensure employee development, growth and engagement.


Demonstrates a respectful attitude toward customers, co-workers, elected officials, and supervisors that promotes teamwork, open communication and effective customer service.


Embodies the District Core Values of Customer Service Excellence, Integrity, Transparency, and Efficiency.


Other Duties



Serves on task forces, work groups, and committees as a working member, resource and leader. Resolves problems affecting services to users. Represents the department and the District as required.


Performs other related work as required.

Qualifications:
Knowledge



Knowledge of the principles and practices of water and wastewater treatment, distribution, and collections operations, and new and emerging developments within the field.


Knowledge of financial and budget development practices and sustainability.


Knowledge of prior appropriation western water law.


Skills



Analyze and make recommendations to reduce risk and deliver best value.


Abilities



Ability to plan, organize, direct and control departmental functions; to provide the direction and leadership to the department staff; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with persons at all levels; to speak and write clearly and concisely.


Ability to interpret and implement water and wastewater regulatory documents to ensure compliance.


Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time, and devise solutions to immediate problems without much time for consideration.


Education/Certifications Required



Bachelors degree in Biology, Chemistry, Engineering or related field. A Masters in a related field, Public Administration, or Business Administration preferred.


Licensed as a Certified Professional Engineer by the State of Colorado is preferred.


Must have and maintain a valid Colorado class “R” driver’s license.


Certified Colorado Water Professional in Treatment, Collections, or Distribution at any level is preferred



Minimum Experience Required



Five years of progressively responsible experience in utility operations. At least three of which were in a supervisory capacity.


Experience working with other directors, other government entities, the public, and elected officials.


Physical Demands


The work is mostly sedentary with periods of light physical activity, and is performed in office surroundings. Typical positions require workers to walk or stand for long periods. May occasionally be required to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; climb stairs, bend, reach, hold, grasp and turn objects; and use fingers to operate computer or typewriter keyboards.


Frequent use of keyboard devices. Field visits require walking over uneven or rough terrain. Occasional light to moderately heavy lifting.


Work Schedule

Regular organizational business hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Actual work schedule can be flexible to balance organizational and personal needs outside of the normal business schedule. Work is subject to recurring deadlines and interruptions. Attendance is expected at regular Pueblo West Metropolitan District Board of Director evening meetings as scheduled (currently the second and fourth Tuesday of each month) and any special meetings. Attendance at Committee of Architecture meetings would be on an as needed basis.


Pueblo West Metropolitan District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employer:
Pueblo West Metro District
Contact:
Jennifer Pearson

Work Phone:
719-547-5022

Email:
humanresources@pwmd-co.us

Website:
https://pueblowestmetro.com/172/Job-Opportunities