Chief Wastewater Plant Operator: Lead & Compliance

City of Scotts Valley; Scotts Valley (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Scotts Valley is seeking a Chief Plant Operator to manage the wastewater treatment facility and collection system, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead operations, maintenance, and staff development.

The CPO will supervise operations personnel, develop SOPs, manage budgets, oversee SCADA/data systems, and serve as an LRO under SWRCB regulations, ensuring public health and environmental protection.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent and related degree.
• Minimum years of wastewater operations and supervisory experience.
• California certification requirements for wastewater facilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day facility operations, maintenance, and compliance.
• Lead staff, develop SOPs, and mentor operators-in-training.
• Direct process control, data analysis, and safety programs.
• Prepare technical and administrative reports for regulators and council.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Operations management

Regulatory compliance

SCADA data systems

Budgeting & reporting

Communication

Safety program administration

Education

Associate’s degree in public health, chemistry, biology, environmental science, or related

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SCADA systems

CMMS

WIMS

Job description

The City of Scotts Valley is seeking a Chief Plant Operator to manage the wastewater treatment facility and collection system, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead operations, maintenance, and staff development.

The CPO will supervise operations personnel, develop SOPs, manage budgets, oversee SCADA/data systems, and serve as an LRO under SWRCB regulations, ensuring public health and environmental protection.