Deputy Utility Director

City of Villa Rica, Georgia; Villa Rica (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental and vision insurance

Pension plan with City match

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Short-term disability insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

The City of Villa Rica, GA seeks a Utilities Division Manager to oversee Water Operations, Wastewater Operations, and Distribution Operations. This management role directs staff, ensures safe, compliant operations of water treatment plants, wastewater facilities, and distribution systems, and manages contracts for water purchase and sewer treatment.

Reporting to the Utilities Director, you will develop maintenance schedules, prepare reports, and coordinate capital projects while monitoring

Qualifications

• Requires current GA Class I Wastewater Operator’s License or transferable license
• Requires GA Class II Water Operator’s License or transferable license
• Minimum 7–10 years of progressively responsible supervisory experience
• GA certification for Water Distribution and/or Wastewater Collection preferred or required
• Valid GA driver’s license, Class C
• Experience may substitute licensure requirements

Responsibilities

• Supervises staff, trains employees, evaluates performance and manages issues
• Oversees installation, maintenance of water/sewer infrastructure
• Assigns and schedules work tasks
• Prepares reports and records for water/sewer activities
• Assists in capital projects planning and maintenance specifications
• Monitors safety at work sites and ensures compliance
• Manages contracts and purchasing per city policies
• Represents department in director’s absence and meetings

Skills

Staff supervision

Budget management

Contract management

Safety compliance

Communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

Georgia Class I Wastewater Operator’s License

Georgia Class II Water Operator’s License

Bachelor's degree in environmental health / business admin / related

Valid Georgia driver’s license

Job description

Under broad supervision and direction from the Utilities Director, assists in the administration and coordination of all activities in the City of Villa Rica Utilities Division.

This is a management position that is responsible for overseeing the staff and daily operations of the Water Operations, Wastewater Operations, and Distribution Operations departments. Oversight includes management of the water treatment plant, two wastewater treatment facilities, and water distribution and wastewater collection systems, including pump station operations; water and sewer system maintenance; and contract management for water purchase and sewer treatment.

Major Duties

• Supervises staff, trains employees, evaluates performance, and manages performance issues;
• Oversees the activities of team in the proper installation, repair, and maintenance of City's water and sewer infrastructure;
• Assigns and schedules work tasks;
• Prepares various reports and keeps records regarding water and sewer activities;
• Assists in the development and management of construction and maintenance specifications and schedules including capital improvement projects;
• Checks and reviews work in progress;
• Aids in administration of the operating and capital budgets;
• Acts as the Department Director in the absence of the Utilities Director;
• Monitors safety regulations at work sites to protect city personnel, equipment and existing structures;
• Schedules, assigns, inspects, and evaluates work of contractors;
• Receives, reviews, and resolves citizen requests and/or complaints including meeting with residents to inspect and discuss problems;
• Purchases goods and services as needed by the department in compliance with the City's Purchasing Policies;
• Attends meetings relevant to Utilities operations;
• Assists in planning and organization of master plans, projects and contracts within the division;
• Performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of city and departmental operating policies, procedures, and rules.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal codes, policies, and procedures concerning water and sewer.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards involved and safety precautions necessary to accomplish division objectives.
• Advanced knowledge of modern methods, techniques, and equipment as applied to the design, construction, repair, and maintenance of public utilities.
• Knowledge of NPDES permits, CCR requirements, EPD water quality rules, DOT permitting procedure, the Georgia Drinking Water Act, the Georgia Clean Water Act, and other local, state, and federal requirements related to water and sewer.
• Knowledge of state and federal environmental policies and regulations.
• Skill in planning, organizing, staffing, and directing the efficient and effective delivery of city services, programs, and functions through subordinate staff.
• Ability to understand and interpret design drawings, construction specifications, and contract documents.
• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner in verbal and written communication.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, city officials, and the public.
• Ability to direct the work of others, ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and departments and general public.
• Ability to lead, supervise, and schedule the work of subordinates to effectively and efficiently accomplish division objectives.
• Ability to evaluate, analyze and solve problems and complaints regarding water and sewer infrastructure.
• Ability to tactfully and courteously handle customer questions and complaints.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities effectively and efficiently.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing. Ability to analyze complex organizational problems and to determine proper courses of actions.
• Ability to use personal computer, including MS Office, spreadsheets, and database software; motor vehicle; phone; fax and copy machine.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Current State of Georgia Class I Wastewater Operator’s License or applicable license transferrable to Georgia Class I License
• Current State of Georgia Class II Water Operator’s License or applicable license transferrable to State of Georgia License
• A minimum of seven to ten years of progressively responsible supervisory experience
• Georgia State certification for Water Distribution and/or Wastewater Collection System Operator
• Valid Georgia driver's license, Class C
• Accumulative amount of knowledge and experience would be considered in lieu of licensure requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental health, business administration, or closely related field
• State of Georgia Class I Water Operator’s License, or ability to obtain through transfer
• Knowledge and experience with requirements of the Metro North Georgia Water Planning District
• Knowledge and experience with the GEFA WaterFirst program.

The City of Villa Rica offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including healthcare, dental care, vision care, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short term disability insurance, pension,12 paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and a 457(b) retirement plan with a City match.

Background screenings are conducted prior to employment.

City of Villa Rica does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).

Due to a high volume of applications received, we are unable to contact each applicant individually.