Senior Wastewater Operations & Compliance Lead

American Water Works Association; Sevierville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

American Water Works Association seeks a Chief Operator Assistant to help direct daily wastewater plant operations in Tennessee. The role acts as backup to the Chief Operator and assumes responsibility during absences.

The incumbent supervises operations and personnel, supports scheduling, budgeting, reporting, and staff evaluations, and ensures regulatory compliance. They lead training, safety programs, and oversee pretreatment and permit reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental health or related area with approved sewage treatment coursework.
• Experience at the level of Wastewater Plant Operator; equivalent training accepted.
• 8-10 years of wastewater treatment experience; 3-5 years in leadership.

Responsibilities

• Directs daily operation of wastewater plant and serves as backup to Chief Operator.
• Supervises plant operations and personnel; oversees scheduling, budgeting, reporting, and staff evaluations.
• Oversees process optimization and regulatory compliance; participates in inspections and audits.
• Assists with permit compliance and reporting; develops operational procedures and safety programs.
• Provides technical leadership for complex operational issues and oversees the pretreatment program.

Skills

Leadership

Operations supervision

Regulatory compliance

Training & certification

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental health or related field

Job description

American Water Works Association seeks a Chief Operator Assistant to help direct daily wastewater plant operations in Tennessee. The role acts as backup to the Chief Operator and assumes responsibility during absences.

The incumbent supervises operations and personnel, supports scheduling, budgeting, reporting, and staff evaluations, and ensures regulatory compliance. They lead training, safety programs, and oversee pretreatment and permit reporting.