Superintendent of Water

City of Attleboro; Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 107,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Attleboro is seeking a Superintendent of Water to oversee the operation, maintenance, and long‑term planning of the city's water distribution system. A bachelor's degree in a related field and 10 years of municipal water operations, including supervisory experience, are required.

The role requires knowledge of SCADA, water regulations, and budgeting, with strong leadership and communication skills to coordinate with local and state authorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, civil engineering, or a related field.
• Ten years of municipal water operations with at least three years supervisory experience, or equivalent education/experience.
• Massachusetts Drinking Water Supply Licenses Grade D3 and Grade T3 required.
• Working knowledge of SCADA systems.
• Strong knowledge of water supply, distribution operations, and drinking water regulations.
• Ability to read maps/blueprints; supervise staff; manage budgets; operate standard software.
• Familiarity with grant writing is preferred.
• Ability to work in varying outdoor conditions with occasional exposure to chemicals and other hazards.

Responsibilities

• Plan, supervise, and direct operation, maintenance, and construction of the water system.
• Monitor watershed conditions to balance demand with supply.
• Oversee preventative maintenance and capital projects.
• Supervise departmental personnel, scheduling and performance.
• Ensure compliance with drinking water regulations and prepare regulatory reports.
• Direct water main installations, extensions, maintenance, and emergency repairs; review contractor work and costs.
• Develop long-range plans for conservation, fire protection, and infrastructure upgrades.
• Investigate department-related claims.
• Prepare and administer the department budget, payroll, purchasing, and records.
• Respond to public inquiries and represent the department at meetings.
• Attend professional development and maintain required state licenses.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

SCADA knowledge

Budget management

Supervisory experience

Read blueprints/maps

Water distribution operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry/biology/civil engineering or related field

Tools

SCADA systems

Job description

Superintendent of Water

City of Attleboro

External Posting (08/03/2026)

Salary Range: $106,758.30 - $144,123.96

The City of Attleboro Water Treatment Plant seeks a Superintendent of Water to oversee the operation, maintenance, and long‑term planning of the City's water distribution system.

Essential Duties

• Plan, supervise, and direct the operation, maintenance, and construction of the City's water distribution system, including wells, reservoirs, storage tanks, filter beds, buildings, roads, and related facilities.
• Monitor watershed conditions to balance water demand with available supply.
• Oversee preventative maintenance, equipment repairs, weekly maintenance schedules, and capital improvement projects.
• Supervise departmental personnel, including work assignments, scheduling, and performance.
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal drinking water regulations and prepare required regulatory reports.
• Direct water main installations, extensions, maintenance, and emergency repairs; review contractor work for compliance and estimate project costs.
• Develop long‑range plans for water conservation, fire protection, facility improvements, land acquisitions, grant opportunities, and infrastructure maintenance.
• Investigate department‑related claims, including water main breaks and vehicle accidents.
• Prepare and administer the department budget, oversee payroll, billing, accounts payable, purchasing, bid specifications, and personnel records.
• Respond to public inquiries, represent the department at meetings with local, state, and federal officials, and interact with the media.
• Attend professional development and maintain required state water licenses.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, civil engineering, or a related field.
• Ten years of progressively responsible municipal water operations experience, at least three years in a supervisory role; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Massachusetts Drinking Water Supply Licenses Grade D3 and Grade T3 required.
• Working knowledge of SCADA systems.
• Thorough knowledge of water supply and distribution operations, underground utility construction, and applicable state and federal drinking water regulations.
• Ability to read maps, plans, and blueprints; supervise employees; prepare and manage budgets; and use standard computer and office equipment.
• Familiarity with grant writing is preferred.
• Ability to work in varying outdoor conditions with occasional exposure to chemicals and other environmental hazards.

Job Details

Category Water Department Status Open Posted August 3, 2026 Closing Open Until Filled