Employment Opportunities Title:
Treatment Operations Supervisor – Water Plant
Post Date
6/9/2025
Expiration Date
7/31/2025
Details:
20250193 Treatment Operations Supervisor – Water Plant
CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled
APPLY ONLINE AT LONGMONTCOLORADO.GOV/JOBS
Department: Water & Waste Services
Division: Water & Wastewater Operations
Hiring Range: $8,087- $8,985 /month
Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 4:00pm and schedule flexibility with supervisor
approval.
Regular Full-time with Benefits
Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending, Defined Benefit Pension Plan, 401(a) Money Purchase Plan, Life & Survivor, Term Life & AD&D, Long Term Disability, Bereavement, Jury & Witness Duty, FMLA, Military Leave, Parental and Caregiver Leave, Sick, Vacation at start of employment, Holiday pay, EAP, Tuition Assistance.
Other benefits: Optional, employee elected, voluntary benefits are available.
Open Until Filled positions may close without advance notice. To be considered, please apply as soon as possible.
Definition:
Under the general direction of the Treatment Operations Manager, supervise personnel and operations at the City\'s water treatment plants and assist with managing WTP facilities.
Principal Duties:
This is a highly skilled technical position responsible for organizing and coordinating the operation, maintenance and regulatory compliance activities within the City’s water treatment facilities. Employees working in supervisory positions are expected to directly support the Department’s strategy, goals and priorities. They are also expected to continue developing non-technical competencies such as verbal and written communication, mentoring and leadership, and collaboration skills.
• Supervise the operation and maintenance of the water treatment plants. Supervise direct staff, and assist Treatment Operations Manager in operation and maintenance activities to ensure that the plant and associated facilities, including residuals treatment and re-use, meet all State and Federal regulatory requirements and that City policies are appropriately implemented. This includes fulfilling the role of Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC), and actively operating the plants for a minimum of 100 hours per year.
• Monitor the operations of the plant using laboratory, maintenance, and operational reports. Ensure that all plant activities are properly documented. Confer with operators, mechanics, and supervisors regarding process control and maintenance issues.
• Provide input to Treatment Operations Manager and Maintenance Supervisor so that preventive, routine and corrective maintenance activities are identified and completed by maintenance and operations staff.
• Utilize Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system to collect and analyze operating data, control treatment processes and monitor the plants and distribution system. Provide input to Treatment Operations Manager regarding SCADA needs at the water treatment plants.
• Assist Treatment Operations Manager with preparing related plant reports for submission to State, and Federal agencies.
• Establish and implement plant policies and procedures in cooperation with Treatment Operations Manager. Ensure that department and City policies and procedures are being followed.
• Provide input/feedback to the Treatment Operations Manager regarding the development and implementation of long-term plans and goals to improve treatment and operational efficiency.
• Oversee the purchasing of supplies, materials, equipment, and services related to the day-to-day operation of the water treatment plants.
• Prepare and provide input/feedback to the Treatment Operations Manager regarding preparing and administering the water treatment plant budget.
• Supervise, train and evaluate staff. Recommend and participate in recruitment and selection. Evaluate performance and recommend/implement appropriate personnel actions. Schedule, assign and track staff activities and work completion. Prepare summary reports on staff activities, costs of operation, etc. as required. Provide technical training to staff and assist staff in identifying and obtaining outside training. Communicate Department and City policies, goals and procedures to staff.
• Ensure that staff follows applicable safety policies and procedures and that work is done in accordance with all local, state or national safety codes and requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all current and applicable water treatment regulations. Maintain knowledge of current and pending regulatory issues and changes in regulations. Work with Treatment Operations Manager to interpret regulations and take necessary actions to maintain compliance. Work with staff and higher level managers to plan for new and proposed regulatory requirements. Confer with Water Quality Lab to ensure that the WTP water quality monitoring program is conducted in compliance with all applicable regulations.
• Work with Treatment Operations Manager to provide technical assistance to and assist in coordinating the activities of consultants, contractors and department engineering staff. Review and assist in the development of plans and specifications for treatment plant construction projects and equipment.
• Work with Treatment Operations Manager to respond to and resolve citizen and customer complaints and issues, and notify major customers of plant-related water quality changes.
• Conduct plant inspections on a routine basis to ensure the efficient and safe operation of the water treatment plants and related water supply and storage facilities. Follow up on inspections with plant staff and Treatment Operations Manager to resolve issues.
• Track raw water quantities and usage and work with Water Resources Staff to provide daily information.
• Attend and participate in professional seminars and conferences to stay abreast of current practices, trends and innovations in the field of water treatment. Obtain required training to maintain licenses and certifications.
• Build alliances, foster effective teamwork and build constructive relationships within and between individuals and other work groups. Coordinate activities with other City departments, divisions and outside agencies.
• Train, develop, guide and mentor employees toward improved performance in a manner consistent with City values and expectations.
Working Environment:
Work is typically performed in a plant environment inside an office and occasionally in process buildings. Work may entail occasional exposure to chemicals and dust. Work typically includes moderate lifting, walking, standing, sitting, kneeling, and driving passenger vehicles. Requires the use and wearing of a pager during and after work hours. The candidate for this position must be able to meet the physical requirements necessary to do the job.
Qualifications:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to an Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in water treatment, engineering, environmental sciences, or related field and at least seven years of experience in water/wastewater treatment, including demonstrated leadership ability or supervisory experience in water treatment operations. Special Qualifications: Possession of a Colorado Class A Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate or ability to obtain within one year of hire. Possession of, or ability to possess, at least a Class D Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate within two years of hire.
We’re committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. The City may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications, and encourages all candidates to apply and help us achieve our goal of creating an inclusive and equitable workplace.
Selection
The selection process will include complete job description review, personal interview, physical abilities testing, background investigation, criminal background check, and substance screening.
DEADLINE: Open Until Filled
An ONLINE APPLICATION is required. This job is Open Until Filled. The online application process is available for this position on our website at www.longmontcolorado.gov/jobs. Resumes will be accepted in lieu of the full City Application; however, they must be submitted via the City application site for consideration. Open Until Filled positions may close without advance notice. To be considered, please apply as soon as possible. For more information, call (303) 651-8609.
The City of Longmont is an equal opportunity employer. The City affirms its commitment to diversity and to complying with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding nondiscrimination in employment. The City will not discriminate against any person in recruiting, examining, appointing, hiring, training, placement, termination, layoffs, recall, transfer, leave of absence, promoting, compensating, retaining, disciplining, or any other personnel action on the basis of age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law, except when any of these categories constitutes a bona fide occupational qualification (i.e., an actual qualification for performing a job). If you need special assistance in the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department in advance to make arrangements.
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Employer:
City of Longmont
Work Phone:
303-651-8609
Email:
careers@longmontcolorado.gov
Website:
https://www.longmontcolorado.gov/jobs
Salary/Wage Amount or Range:
$8,087- $8,985 /month