Public Works Maintenance Manager (Wastewater Operations)

City of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Houston, Houston Water/Wastewater Operations, seeks an experienced manager to oversee city-wide maintenance operations, plan repairs and preventive maintenance of wastewater facilities, and coordinate with other divisions. Reporting location: 7440 Cullen Blvd.

The role enacts policy from the mayor, reviews hiring and performance, assists with budget development, and responds to emergencies. A 4-year degree and seven years of related experience are required; preference for supervisory

Qualifications

• Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline.
• Seven years of experience closely related to the activities of the area or division to be supervised are required. Directly related professional experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Manages and directs the maintenance operations for facilities city-wide.
• Plans and supervises the repair and preventive maintenance of the city's wastewater facilities.
• Enacts policy from the mayor and reviews hiring recommendations and performance evaluations for consistency with city policy.
• Coordinates activities with other divisions and outside agencies; participates in emergency preparedness.
• Assists in budget preparation and fiscal year planning.

Skills

Supervisory/management experience

Budgeting

Facilities operations

Emergency management knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Overview

All Persons Interested

Reporting Location: 7440 Cullen Blvd.

• Subject to change

Position Overview

Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested

Section: Houston Water/Wastewater Operations

Reporting Location: 7440 Cullen Blvd.

Workdays and Hours: 7:00am - 4:00pm*

• Subject to change

Description Of Duties/Essential Functions

Manages and directs the maintenance operations for various facilities city-wide. Plans and supervises the repair and preventive maintenance of the city's wastewater facilities. Enacts policy from the mayor. Plans, organizes, directs, and reviews various operations, facilities and personnel. Works cooperatively and coordinates activities with other divisions and departments. Cooperates with related outside agencies, committees, and civic associations. Implements and participates in modifying emergency preparedness plan. Gives personal attention to emergency or special problems; responds to complaints or inquiries from the public, city officials or outside agencies. Prepare and implement plans for meeting federal, state and city legislative requirements. Presents information concerning the Public Utilities Division to interested citizens groups on an as requested basis. Reviews hiring recommendations and job performance evaluations for consistency and compliance with city policy and procedures, AA/EEO goal implementation, and effective counseling and career development training for personnel. Assists annually in fiscal year budget preparation.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc.

This is a Department of Public Works & Engineering Emergency Management position at the Tier I Level.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline would normally be obtained through a formal 4-year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed.

Experience Requirements

Seven years of experience closely related to the activities of the area or division to be supervised are required. Directly related professional experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

License Requirements

None.

PREFERENCES

Preferences will be given to applicants with at least four (4) years of experience in a supervisory/management level.

• Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6. ** GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED:

None

However, The Department May Administer a Skills Assessment Evaluation.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION:

No

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE: 29

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.