Assistant Utility Manager

Kentucky League of Cities; Maysville (KY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

A city government in Maysville, KY is seeking an Assistant Utility Manager to oversee operations in water and wastewater treatment. This role involves managing daily operations, ensuring compliance, and developing strategies for improvement. Candidates should have relevant certifications and at least five years of experience in the field. The position offers a starting salary of $70,000, with compensation commensurate based on education and experience.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in a water/wastewater treatment environment required.
• Extensive understanding of safety programs and practices is essential.
• Ability to respond to emergencies at all hours.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations and maintenance of the treatment plant.
• Develop strategies and objectives to improve operational efficiency.
• Assist with budgeting and standard reporting.

Skills

Problem resolution

Effective communication

Team coordination

Technical documentation

Software familiarity

Education

Class IV Water Treatment certification (or ability to obtain)

Class III Wastewater Treatment certification

Class III Water Distribution certification (or ability to obtain)

Class III Collection certification (or ability to obtain)

Job description

City of Maysville | City of Maysville, KY

Date Posted: 2/17/2026 10:51:17 AM

The City of Maysville is currently seeking an assistant utility manager. This management-level position works under the general direction of the utility manager and is responsible for overseeing and directing staff within the Utility Department. The assistant utility manager provides leadership and support in managing the technical, strategic, and operational functions of the city’s water and wastewater treatment facilities, as well as the distribution and collection systems.

General Duties and Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of the day-to-day operations and maintenance of a municipal water and wastewater treatment plant, site laboratory, storm water pollution prevention and source control, capital projects, safety, personnel, internal and external reporting, contracts, finance, and regulatory compliance, among other duties. Responds (or manages response by subordinate staff) to after-hours plant alarm calls or similar activities. May work in all weather conditions. May need to work extended or off-shifts during wet-weather events or plant emergencies. Assists with capital projects, safety compliance, internal and external reporting, contracts, finance, and regulatory compliance. Under the direction of the utility manager, develops strategies, short-and long-term goals, and objectives to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the water and wastewater operations; participates in the annual plant budgeting process and prepares standard reports as needed; and participates in project progress meetings to accomplish goals as needed.

Job Skills

Initiative required to coordinate problem resolution, resolve conflicting priorities, and to meet assignment deadlines within a team environment. Demonstrated ability to diagnose process problems and manage remedial action. Proven effective communication, presentation, and people skills to interface with and motivate all levels of personnel. Demonstrated ability to prepare accurate, effective, complete, and easily understood written communications, technical documents, and reports. Familiarity with maintenance, operation, regulatory reporting, and cost estimating software.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred applicants should hold a Class IV Water Treatment certificationor the ability to obtain the certification within 24 months of hire, and a Class III Wastewater Treatment certification. Additionally, preferred applicants should hold a Class III Water Distribution and a Class III Collection certification or be able to obtain within 36 months of hire. At least five years of experience within a water/wastewater treatment environment with thorough knowledge of the methods, techniques, principles, and practices of water/wastewater treatment, water distribution, and wastewater collection. Requires extensive understanding and experience with safety programs and practices. Must be able to respond to emergency situations at all hours; other duties as assigned.

Compensation will be commensurate with education and experience. The minimum starting salary for this position is $70,000.

Rhonda Rose
HR Director
216 Bridge Street
Maysville, KY 41056

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