Public Water Environmental Supervisor

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers, on behalf of the Virginia Department of Health, seeks an Environmental Supervisor – Public Water in Norfolk to oversee field operations for the Southeast Virginia service area.

The role focuses on supervising Environmental Health Specialists, interpreting federal and state drinking water regulations, and guiding water systems to ensure health and safety compliance while supporting public health outcomes.

Qualifications

• 1. Working knowledge of biology, microbiology, chemistry, and math.
• 2. Working knowledge of technology associated with provision of drinking water.
• 3. Ability to use computers for word processing and data management.
• 4. Ability to communicate in English in writing, orally, interpersonally, and before groups and public meetings.
• 5. Ability to interpret regulations and technical documents.
• 6. Ability to effectively supervise others.

Responsibilities

• Managing groundwater and consecutive system surveillance and operations programs, including supervision of staff.
• Interpreting federal and state regulations applicable to waterworks owners and operators.
• Providing guidance to owners and operators to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Assistance to help waterworks return to compliance when standards are violated.
• Training operators in operation and maintenance of waterworks.
• Providing information about drinking water quality to the public.

Skills

Biology knowledge

Water systems tech

Computer literacy

English communication

Regulations interpretation

Supervisory ability

Job description

Commonwealth of VA Careers, on behalf of the Virginia Department of Health, seeks an Environmental Supervisor – Public Water in Norfolk to oversee field operations for the Southeast Virginia service area.

The role focuses on supervising Environmental Health Specialists, interpreting federal and state drinking water regulations, and guiding water systems to ensure health and safety compliance while supporting public health outcomes.