Pretreatment Program Manager

Town of Telluride; Telluride (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Telluride is looking for a Wastewater Operations Technician to manage compliance with federal and state regulations regarding wastewater treatment. This role oversees the pretreatment program, conducts inspections, and engages in community outreach to promote water quality.

Applicants should have two years of relevant experience, with a strong understanding of environmental laws and practices. The position requires both indoor and outdoor work in varying conditions, as well as collaboration with various stakeholders.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in an environmental technical or wastewater operations position preferred.
• Familiarity with state and federal reporting requirements such as NPDES preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the pretreatment program ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Inspect commercial facilities for regulatory compliance.
• Conduct public outreach to promote water quality.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem solving

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in a closely related field

Job description

Department: Public Works

Reports to: Wastewater Operations and Laboratory Supervisor (ORC)

FLSA: Non Exempt

Grade: 50

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Wastewater Operations and Laboratory Supervisor (ORC) this position ensures compliance with federal, state and local regulations by overseeing the Town of Telluride and Town of Mountain Village pretreatment program. This position will also collaborate with the Town of Mountain Village Public Works director as it relates to Mountain Village compliance and oversight of the program. This role includes program management, inspections, sampling, enforcement, public outreach and coordination with various stakeholders.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

• Oversee the pretreatment program, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations
• Maintain and update the Fat, Oils, and Grease (FOG) program to minimize grease build up in sewer lines
• Assist in the development of local limits for industrial pollutants
• Develop and manage permits for any identified high industrial and commercial users, including application reviews, renewals and compliance
• Conduct annual surveys to identify new sources of commercial waste
• Use pretreatment software to manage records, prepare reports and track compliance
• Review applications for new sanitary sewer connections, including participating in development review, identifying potential impacts of new development, and proposing appropriate compliance measures
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including other government agencies, and the public
• Perform other duties as assigned

INSPECTIONS AND MONITORING

• Inspect commercial facilities for regulatory compliance, including reviewing records and conducting field sampling
• Coordinate and perform inflow and infiltration (I&I) remediation efforts, including flow monitoring
• Assist with closed circuit television (CCTV) sewer inspections to assess infrastructure conditions
• Use field testing equipment and perform and/or evaluate laboratory results with accuracy
• Set up autosamplers, collect samples, analyze data, and prepare reports to ensure permit monitoring requirements are met
• Recommend and monitor remediation actions as required by state authorities

ENFORCEMENT AND OUTREACH

• Issue notices of violation and compliance schedules to address noncompliance
• Act as community liaison, conduct public outreach and coordinate educational programs with schools, businesses and community groups to promote water quality and pollution prevention
• Educate and collaborate with commercial users to resolve noncompliance issues
• Initiate enforcement actions, including penalties and permit/user fee assessments
• Prepare narrative and statistical reports

SAFETY

• Review and enforce safety standards and regulatory compliance
• Utilize and enforce the use of Town provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in areas with heightened risk
• Oversee Best Management Practices programs for commercial establishments
• Work safely to prevent accidents

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Education/Experience/Licenses/Certifications)

At least two (2) years of experience in an environmental technical or wastewater operations related position strongly preferred; bachelor's degree in a closely related field may substitute for one (1) year of the preferred experience. Familiarity with state and federal reporting requirements, such as NPDES or similarly regulated activities preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Knowledge of: Pretreatment principles and practices; federal, state, local water pollution control laws and regulations; chemistry, biology, and environmental sciences related to water pollution; techniques for field and laboratory testing for pollutants and effluents; regulatory agency procedures and reporting requirements; best practices for project management and financial analysis.

Skill in: effective communication (verbal and written); problem solving and critical thinking; customer service, time management, multi-tasking; organization and prioritization; attention to detail; working collaboratively and independently without supervision; positive interpersonal and public relations; flexibility; conflict resolution; decision making; maintaining composure in stressful situations; leadership; delegation.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. Work in all weather conditions and may encounter grease, oils, slippery surfaces, odors, poor lighting, and confined space entry and heights. This position requires travel to various municipal buildings and offsite locations using a Town vehicle; may need to be available for after hours for emergencies.

PHYSICAL FACTORS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly sits, stands, walks, reaches with hands and arms, stands, stoops, kneels, bends, climbs, crawls, crouches, talks and hears over the phone, radio, and in person. The employee may lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds. Strong sense of smell required to fulfill job duties effectively.