Deputy Director Water Quality

City of Scottsdale; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 Paid Holidays (incl. Floating)

Vacation accrual

Sick leave

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

ASRS retirement

401k/457 plans

Pet insurance

Bilingual pay

PEHP contribution

Job summary

The City of Scottsdale’s Water Resources Department is seeking a Deputy Director Water Quality to lead the drinking water quality programs and guide a diverse team of professionals. This role shapes policies and scientific initiatives that safeguard public health and promote long-term environmental stewardship in Scottsdale.

Ideal candidates bring a strong background in environmental science, extensive management experience, and a commitment to equity and inclusivity in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a Physical or Biological science or related area is required.
• Ten years of progressively responsible experience in a professional environmental laboratory and/or water quality regulatory compliance.
• Five years of demonstrated successful management experience.

Responsibilities

• Directs and manages the Water Resources Division facilities and staff that implement Water Quality functions in response to Federal, State and Local environmental regulations.
• Acts as a technical advisor and performs policy-level coordination, advisory and administrative functions relating to the regulatory compliance of all areas of the laboratory and drinking and reclaimed water systems.
• Collaborates to shape policies, programs, and scientific efforts that protect public health and support long-term environmental stewardship.

Skills

Leadership

Policy development

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical or Biological science

Job description

Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to safeguarding Scottsdale’s most essential resource—its water. The Water Resources Department is seeking an innovative and collaborative leader to serve as our next Deputy Director Water Quality, supporting the drinking water side of our operations. This is a unique opportunity to guide a talented, diverse team of professionals while shaping policies, programs, and scientific efforts that protect public health and support long-term environmental stewardship. If you are inspired by complex water challenges, motivated by public service, and passionate about fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace where every team member can thrive, we encourage you to apply and help us strengthen the future of water quality for our community.

About The Position

Directs and manages the Water Resources Division facilities and staff that implement Water Quality functions in response to Federal, State and Local environmental regulations. Acts as a technical advisor and performs policy-level coordination, advisory and administrative functions relating to the regulatory compliance of all areas of the laboratory and drinking and reclaimed water systems.

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Anticipated starting salary for this position may be up to mid-point depending on candidate’s experience and internal equity. The full salary range is listed above and mid-point for this position is $155,355.20/annually.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited educational institution in a Physical or Biological science or related area.
• Ten years progressively responsible experience in a professional environmental laboratory and/or water quality regulatory compliance.
• Five years of demonstrated successful management experience.
• Any equivalent combination of education and/or job-related experience that meets the minimum qualifications may be substituted.

Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements

• Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.

Benefits Highlights

• 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday
• Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month
• Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
• Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits
• City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 11.98% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
• Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide 457
• Pet Insurance
• Bilingual pay compensation
• Employer contribution of $10 per pay period to employee's PEHP (Post-Employment Health Plan) account

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questions are essential components of the selection process and must be completed in their entirety for your candidacy to be considered. Please ensure that each section is fully completed and all questions are answered thoroughly. Do not substitute responses with "See Resume." Incomplete answers, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from further consideration.

Requirements

Applicants whose education, training, and experience most closely align with the requirements of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process, which may include a panel interview. Candidates selected to move forward will be required to successfully complete a post-offer, pre-employment background screening, which may include the following:

• Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database
• Criminal Background screening

The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or marital status.

When advised reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR at [phone]. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR at [phone].

Full-Time Positions

The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday and medical leave as well as insurance for medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance. For a more detailed overview of the employee benefits, click here.

Part-Time Positions

The City of Scottsdale offers paid medical leave for part-time staff.

Commute Solutions Program

City of Scottsdale provides free Valley Metro Platinum passes to employees for the bus and light rail systems when commuting; a vanpool subsidy is also available. Employees can decrease stress, decrease wear & tear on their vehicle, and help the environment all at the same time.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

The City of Scottsdale is considered a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). You may find more information about the PSLF program by going to the Federal Student Aid website by clicking here.