Asst. Superintendent of Wastewater Treatment

City of St Joseph; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

City of St. Joseph seeks an Asst. Superintendent of Water Protection to help manage the wastewater treatment plant, coordinate between regulators, and supervise division staff. Responsibilities include budget oversight, reporting for permits, and ensuring safety and compliance across operations.

The role requires technical knowledge, leadership, and the ability to implement maintenance plans while interfacing with federal, state, and local agencies. Join a dedicated public works team in Missouri.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of wastewater treatment processes.
• Missouri Class “A” wastewater certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Ability to interpret and abide by federal, state and local laws.
• Experience supervising and managing employees in a WWTP setting.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Public relations experience helpful.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, electricity, mechanical and engineering principles.
• Familiarity with plant maintenance planning and project execution.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and report information for federal/state permitting requirements.
• Assist in purchasing procedures for the department.
• Assist in annual budget preparation and monitoring expenditures.
• Conduct plant inspections and monitor controls.
• Plan future operation and maintenance projects for the facility.
• Supervise staff and coordinate personnel matters.
• Supervise management personnel and evaluate performances.
• Coordinate major projects to ensure safety, timeliness, and budget compliance.
• Attend regulatory conferences at the state level.
• Assist Maintenance Manager with schedules and planning.

Skills

Wastewater treatment

Regulatory compliance

Staff supervision

Oral & written communication

Public relations

Hydraulics & utilities

Engineering knowledge

Education

Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Asst Superintendent of Water Protection

Department: Public Works & Transportation
Division: Water Protection
SALARY: 60,091 Annually
CLOSING: Until Filled

POSITION TITLE: Asst Superintendent of Water Protection Department: Public Works & Transportation
Division: Water Protection
SALARY: 60,091 Annually
CLOSING: Until Filled

Job Summary/Scope

Assists in the management and direction of the administration, operation and maintenance of the City’s wastewater treatment plant. Supports liaison efforts between federal, state and local government regulators whose purview covers the activities of the division. Assists with the supervisory and clerical staff and is indirectly responsible for all the staff of the division. Assists in preparation, administration and monitoring of the division’s budget.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Integral to the position of Asst. Superintendent of Wastewater Operations is the responsibility for developing subordinates to their fullest potential by exercising appropriate degrees of coaching, training, guiding, evaluating, correcting and, if necessary, disciplining.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for accurate and timely preparation and reporting of all information required by federal and state permitting requirements and applicable laws, some of which include: Discharge Monitoring Reports, all Final Effluent testing such as heavy metals, whole effluent toxicity etc., Land Application Reports and the Pretreatment Program.
• Assists overseeing purchasing procedures for the department.
• Assists in annual budget preparation and monitoring expenditures.
• Conducts plant inspections and monitors controls.
• Plans future operation and maintenance projects for the facility.
• Supervises staff and coordinates a wide variety of personnel matters.
• Directly supervises Management personnel and evaluates performances at the facility.
• Coordinates major projects to ensure work is completed safely, on time & within budget.
• Attends regulatory conferences at the state level.
• Assists the Maintenance Manager with maintenance schedules, projects, and planning.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Employee Behavior and Conduct

City Employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest, and respectful.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of wastewater treatment process.
• Missouri Class “A” wastewater certification or ability to obtain one within 6 months of employment.
• Ability to interpret and abide by federal, state and local laws.
• Ability to supervise and manage employees and ability to successfully and economically manage a high volume wastewater treatment plant.
• Skills in effective oral and written communications.
• Skills in public relations.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, electricity, mechanical and engineering principles, and general chemistry.
• Knowledge of general operation and maintenance of rolling stock and heavy equipment used in plant operations.
• Knowledge and experience in plant maintenance, including planning and executing projects, maintenance projections, and maintenance techniques and procedures.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Material and Equipment Directly Used

Uses a variety of office equipment including personal computer, telephone, 2-way radio, calculator, copier and other related office equipment.

Working Environment/Physical Requirements

Work is performed under a variety of conditions ranging from an indoor setting with a controlled environment to an outdoor setting with extreme weather conditions. Must be able to stand for long periods. Other physical activity includes bending.

Education

Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field is required. Two to three years of experience in supervision and WWTP management required. A combination of formal education and work experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered (relative work experience can be substituted for formal education).

City of St. Joseph | 1100 Frederick Avenue, St. Joseph, MO, 64501 | (816)-271-5300