Manager Engineering in Water Services #JR100359

City of Peoria; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Peoria, AZ, seeks a senior water resources leader to manage planning, operations and staffing across the Water Services Department. The role directs CIP delivery and IWUMP development, ensures coordination with engineering standards, and serves as the primary liaison for private development.

The ideal candidate has strong experience in water and wastewater systems, SCADA, and a proven supervisory track record. A B.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field.
• Minimum seven years of professional civil engineering experience.
• Five years of supervisory experience.
• Registered Professional Civil Engineer in Arizona upon hire.
• ADEQ Operator Certification (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct activities of engineering, OT/SCADA and water resources staff.
• Oversee preparation and delivery of the Water Services CIP and IWUMP master plans.
• Coordinate infrastructure improvements with private development to align with IWUMP and City standards.
• Serve as the main Water Services liaison for development review processes.
• Provide technical, operational, and process support to Water Resources and Engineering staff.

Skills

Water & wastewater systems

SCADA experience

Supervisory background

Water resources planning

Education

Bachelors in civil engineering or related field

Job description

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering or related field.

Experience:

• Minimum of seven years increasingly responsible professional experience in civil engineering and five years of supervisory experience. Requires broad knowledge of complex systems and procedures.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Registered Professional Civil Engineer in Arizona upon hire.

Preferred/Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience in a municipal or government setting.
• ADEQ Operator Certification.

Tell me more…..

This position performs work of considerable difficulty in planning, organizing, and directing the activities of engineering, operational technology and water resources staff. Oversees preparation and project delivery of the Water Services Department Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). Oversees the development of the City’s Integrated Water Utilities Master Plan (IWUMP) and reviews proposed new and updated community master plans. Manages the planning of infrastructure improvements designed and constructed by the City and by private development to ensure proper coordination with the IWUMP and the City’s Engineering Standards. Acts as the main Water Services liaison for private development, including assigning staff to monitor and participate in the City’s development review processes. Provides technical, operational, and process support to the various operations divisions of the Water Services Department. Has oversight over the City’s Water Resources team to ensure an adequate water supply for the City’s future. Works with the City’s IT Department on keeping up with technology advances that support department activities and oversees the Water Services data management activities. This position also serves to manage and provide direction to the Water Resources, Operational Technology/SCADA and Engineering staff. This position serves to manage and provide direction to Water Resources staff and Engineering staff. The position also serves as a technical resource to Plant and Field staff.

The ideal candidate for this position will have:

• Strong understanding of water and wastewater systems, including treatment and SCADA.
• Supervisory background of engineering professionals.
• Experience in the planning of water and wastewater systems.
• Experience working with development.

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Why Peoria?

Recently voted the #1 place, to live, work and play, Peoria is a community you can be proud to work for. Take a look at the great benefits offered to eligible employees:Click here to view benefits offered.

About Peoria

The City of Peoria, AZ is a thriving city in the Northwest Valley that provides excellent municipal services to our community. Recently named by AZ Big Media as the Best Place to Live, Work, and Play, we are committed to maintaining the level of service to our residents to sustain and enhance the lives and culture of Peoria.

If you are passionate about providing excellent service through anticipating our community's needs, creating partnerships, promoting sustainability, and embracing diversity, then #PeoriaisthePlace for you!

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Application Process:

Applications will be accepted for current vacancies until the posted closing date, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received. Applicants will be notified of any next steps by email and/or phone.

During the selection process, any applicant requiring accommodation for a disability should advise the human resources department at [e-mail] or 623-773-7100.

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