Collection System Superintendent for The Novato Sanitary District

Muchmore Than Consulting, LLC; Novato (CA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Outstanding Benefits Package

Job summary

The Novato Sanitary District seeks a Collection System Superintendent to lead the wastewater collection and recycled water systems. You will oversee daily operations, plan maintenance, and ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance across the district.

The ideal candidate will have CWEA Grade IV, a related degree, and the ability to lead field crews while maintaining records and ensuring reliable system performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Business, or Public Administration (preferred).
• High school diploma or equivalent with coursework in math, science and public administration.
• 4 years of collection system maintenance/inspection experience, including 1 year in a lead/supervisory role.
• CWEA Grade IV Collections System Maintenance certificate desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operation, maintenance and regulatory compliance of the wastewater collection and recycled water systems.
• Plan, coordinate and supervise maintenance activities and crews.
• Serve as a technical resource for assigned crews and ensure safety and quality standards.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Business, or Public Administration

High school diploma or equivalent with coursework in mathematics, science, and public administration

Leadership and team management

Effective communication

Regulatory compliance awareness

Tools

CWEA Grade IV certificate

Job description

LEAD EXCELLENCE IN WASTEWATER COLLECTION OPERATIONS

COLLECTION SYSTEM SUPERINTENDENT

Salary

$155,256 - $188,712 Annually

$12,938 - $15,726 Monthly

9/80 Work Schedule

Plus an OUTSTANDING Benefits Package

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

The Novato Sanitary District is seeking a collaborative, proactive leader and skilled problem-solver to serve as its next Collection System Superintendent. This key leadership role oversees the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and regulatory compliance of the District’s wastewater collection system and recycled water distribution system. The Superintendent plans, coordinates, and supervises maintenance activities and work crews responsible for the inspection, operation, repair, and maintenance of the District’s collection system infrastructure.

The selected candidate will ensure water quality, safe work practices, work quality, and accuracy. In addition to maintaining appropriate work records, serve as a technical resource for assigned work crews, and perform other related duties as required.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will:

• Possess a Grade IV Manager-level “Collections System Maintenance” certificate issued by the California Water Environment Association (CWEA)
• Possess a Bachelor's degree or higher in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Business, or Public Administration, or a related field. (Desired)
• Possess experience in assisting in the development of the collections system and reclamation budgets.
• Possess the ability to lead, motivate, and develop a field crew.
• Demonstrate accountability, reliability, and ethical decision-making.
• Possess a thorough understanding of wastewater collection systems, including gravity sewers, force mains, lift stations, manholes, and related infrastructure.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Remain calm and decisive under pressure.
• Effectively communicate clearly with staff, management, contractors, regulatory agencies, and the public.
• Demonstrate initiative in improving system performance and efficiency.
• Live within a thirty-minute driving radius of the District for responding to after-hours call-outs if required.

Qualifications

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education

A high school diploma or equivalent supplemented with appropriate coursework in mathematics, science, and public administration.

Experience

The equivalent of four (4) years of experience in collection system maintenance, repair, and inspection work, including one (1) year in a lead or supervisory capacity.

License/Certificate

• Possession of a valid California Class C motor vehicle driver's license and a clean driving record consistent with requirements established by the District. Failure to maintain an acceptable driving record shall be cause for discipline, up to and including dismissal.
• Possession of a Grade IV “Collections System Maintenance” certificate issued by the California Water Environment Association (CWEA) is highly desirable.

Other Qualifications

• Live within a thirty-minute driving radius from the District for responding to after-hours call-outs if required.
• Eligibility to work in the United States under appropriate federal regulations.
• Completion of a work capacity test and medical examination administered by a licensed medical doctor, selected and paid by the District, to determine physical fitness for the job.

Selection Process

Each candidate’s background will be evaluated based on the information submitted. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to the next phase in the recruitment process, which may include an oral panel interview and/or practical exercise. Only the names of the most qualified candidates who pass the initial selection process will be submitted to the District for final consideration.

Open until filled

The Novato Sanitary District is not responsible for the failure of internet forms or email in submitting your application. Additional inquiries about the position or candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the recruitment process should contact Danielle Oliveira from Muchmore Than Consulting [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer

THE NOVATO SANITARY DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER