Utilities and Environmental Services Director

City of Santa Fe Springs

Winslow (AZ)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Dental plan

Vision plan

Retirement benefits

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Long‑term disability

Paid holidays, vacation, and sickleave

Job summary

City of Winslow is seeking an experienced Water/Wastewater/Sanitation Division leader responsible for directing all phases of utilities operations, planning, and maintenance. The role requires independent judgment and oversight of budgets, personnel, and capital projects to ensure compliant, high‑quality service to the community.

The successful candidate will coordinate with City Manager, supervise staff, and develop short/long‑term plans, while maintaining regulatory compliance and efficient

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, public health, civil engineering, public administration or related field.
Five years of progressively responsible experience in utility administration.
Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Responsibilities

Administers, plans, and directs the activities of the water, wastewater, and sanitation utilities.
Manage and supervise assigned operations to achieve goals within available resources.
Plans and organizes workloads and staff assignments; trains, motivates and evaluates staff.
Provides leadership in short and long‑range planning; prepares data for studies and reports.

Skills

Water utility management

Budget planning

Staff supervision

Public administration

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, public health, civil engineering, public administration or related field

Job description

Summary

Performs a variety of supervisory, administrative and professional work relating to the City of Winslow's water, wastewater, and sanitation programs and facilities. Employees of this class are responsible for directing and coordinating all phases of the Water, Wastewater and Sanitation Division. This employee exercises independent judgment in determining the course or extensiveness of assignments and in the development of recommendations to and in accordance with general or specific instructions from the City Manager. Performs a variety of skilled, technical, supervisory and administrative work in the planning, operation, repair, maintenance and replacement of municipal water distribution system, the wastewater collection and treatment systems and the City Sanitation program.

This position is an at‑will management position.

Essential Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Administers, plans, and directs the activities of the water, wastewater, and sanitation utilities.
Manage and supervise assigned operations to achieve goals within available resources.
Plans and organizes workloads and staff assignments; trains, motivates and evaluates assigned staff; reviews progress and directs changes as needed.
Provides leadership and direction in the development of short and long‑range plans and projects; gathers, interprets and prepares data for studies, reports and recommendations; coordinates division activities with other departments and agencies as needed.
Communicates official plans, programs, policies and procedures to staff and the general public.
Assures that assigned areas of responsibility are performed within budget; performs cost control activities; monitors revenues and expenditures in assigned areas to assure sound fiscal control; prepares annual budget requests; assures effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel materials, facilities and time.
Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules and expedites workflow; studies and standardizes procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness of operations.
Issues written and oral instructions; assign duties and examine work for compliance with policies and procedures.
Prepares a variety of studies, reports and related information for decision‑making purposes.
Interview and hire candidates for position within the assigned divisions.
Operates and maintains the City's water distribution system, the solid waste program and treatment plant to meet local, State and Federal regulations.
Plans, schedules and implements maintenance and operation and construction activities for the areas of water, wastewater and sanitation to provide quality service for the City; oversees construction and maintenance work to determine acceptability and conformance to standards.
Supervises the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems for the wastewater collection and treatment system.
Oversee the analysis of wastewater, sludge and effluent samples to provide data for the efficient operation of wastewater treatment plants.
Inspects and supervises the repair of water quality equipment, sewer collection systems, pumping stations, meters and treatment plant systems at frequent intervals to ensure that all aspects of the systems are functioning properly.
Requisition needed supplies for the department and maintains a variety of records relating to personnel, equipment, supplies, water consumption and reports.
Advises supervisor, attorney, engineer and other City officials in matters relating to division activities; provides information to various civic, educational and public groups and individuals regarding water distribution, wastewater collection and treatment and sanitation problems and services.
Responds to complaints regarding water/wastewater system failures, leaks or other problems; evaluates situation, determines if liability lies with the City or the property owner; explains findings to property owners and notifies appropriate crew if necessary.
Participate in short and long‑term planning of capital improvement projects.
Coordinates with other utilities for locations of utility systems.
Monitors intergovernmental actions affecting utilities.
Performs related duties as assigned or required.

Knowledge Of

Applicable local, State, and Federal laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances.
Applications of regional government practices to public works management.
Project management and construction principles.
Public communication and issue resolution techniques.
Applicable equipment, facilities, materials, methods, and procedures used in water distribution systems and wastewater collection and treatment systems
Knowledge of water and sewer pipe installation, connection and repair
Knowledge of water and wastewater treatment plant operation and maintenance
Procurement and contracting procedures and policies.
Supervisory principles and practices.
Applicable City Codes and County, State and Federal standards for capital improvement projects.
Problem solving methods and techniques.

Skill In

Developing procedures for cost effective management of allocated resources.
Interpreting specific chemical and biological analyses for both water and wastewater.
Preparing clear and concise reports.
Providing effective supervision, leadership, and training to assigned staff.
Implementing discipline and termination procedures.
Communicating ideas, technical advice, and recommendations in one‑on‑one, small group, and large group settings.
Delivering concise presentations to groups and individuals.
Making verbal and written presentations to other City staff and City Council.
Completing mathematical calculations and draw logical conclusions.
Reading and accurately interpreting blueprints, maps, and other visual aids.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines: Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, public health, civil engineering, public administration or related field AND five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in utility administration; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

License And Certification Requirements

Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license.

Physical Demands/Working Environment

Work is performed in a standard office environment, with some work in the field at various job sites. While in the field may be exposed to various weather conditions, hazardous chemicals, potentially dangerous tools, equipment, and machinery, and dust.

The City of Winslow is an equal opportunity employer.

We offer a complete benefits package to full‑time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long‑term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part‑time employees who work an average of __ hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro‑rated basis. To learn more details, visit our benefits page.

Have you been convicted of a felony within the last 7 years?

If yes, please explain

Have you ever been terminated or forced to resign due to misconduct or unsatisfactory service?

Do you have experience managing or supervising staff?

Do you have a Bachelor's degree or higher in Environmental Science, Public Administration, or a related field?

May we contact your present employer?

Are you available to work Full‑Time?

On what date would you be available for work?

The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.