Senior Wastewater Collection Manager: Ops & Compliance

City of Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Atlanta seeks a senior leader to oversee the wastewater collection system, directing complex operations, policy development, and regulatory compliance. The role reports to the Watershed Director II, Collection, ensuring reliable service delivery and strong executive-to-frontline liaison.

You will manage budgets, contracts, vendor oversight, and capital projects, coordinate with multiple divisions, and mentor managers to build an effective workforce in a dynamic public utility environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field; 11+ years of related experience preferred.
• 7+ years in wastewater collection system construction and operations with supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of sewer construction, maintenance, spill response, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience managing budgets, contracts, and large-scale programs.
• Proficiency in asset management, GIS, and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the Collection Division operations including sewer maintenance and repair.
• Develop SOPs and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Manage budgets, contracts, and capital improvement projects.
• Coordinate with other divisions for seamless operation and service delivery.
• Represent division in meetings and regulatory discussions.
• Mentor subordinate managers and staff.

Skills

Wastewater operations

Regulatory compliance

Budget management

Contract management

Leadership

Data reporting

GIS/Asset management tools

Communication

Emergency response

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, environmental science, public administration, or related field

Tools

Oracle

MS SQL

GIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

City of Atlanta seeks a senior leader to oversee the wastewater collection system, directing complex operations, policy development, and regulatory compliance. The role reports to the Watershed Director II, Collection, ensuring reliable service delivery and strong executive-to-frontline liaison.

You will manage budgets, contracts, vendor oversight, and capital projects, coordinate with multiple divisions, and mentor managers to build an effective workforce in a dynamic public utility environment.