Senior Water Operations Leader

Menlo Park; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Holidays and floating holidays

CalPERS retirement

Deferred compensation

Life insurance

Long term disability

Educational leave / tuition assistance

BayPass transit program

Transit allowance

On-site gym

Job summary

The City of Menlo Park is seeking a Chief Water Operator for the Public Works department. Under general direction, the Chief supervises staff and oversees the water distribution, maintenance, and quality programs to ensure safe and reliable water services for residents.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership, deep technical expertise in water systems, and the ability to plan capital projects, manage budgets, and coordinate with other departments and outside agencies.

Qualifications

• Two-year degree with major coursework in chemistry, biology, bacteriology, natural sciences or related field.
• Five years in water quality control, distribution, and/or treatment; two years in lead or supervisory roles.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff in water distribution systems and facilities.
• Administer customer service field work, maintenance, lab testing and quality control, hydrant and valve programs.
• Monitor SCADA systems; analyze water quality data; implement corrective actions as needed.
• Assist with Capital Improvement Program projects and private developments; participate in budgeting and staffing decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Staff development

Communication

Education

Two-year degree in chemistry/biology/natural sciences

Tools

California Class C driver's license

AWWA Backflow Device Tester Certificate

SWRCB Grade III Water Distribution Operator

SWRCB Grade II Water Treatment Operator

Job description

The City of Menlo Park is seeking a Chief Water Operator for the Public Works department. Under general direction, the Chief supervises staff and oversees the water distribution, maintenance, and quality programs to ensure safe and reliable water services for residents.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership, deep technical expertise in water systems, and the ability to plan capital projects, manage budgets, and coordinate with other departments and outside agencies.