UTILITY SYSTEMS MANAGER

Washoe County; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A county government organization in Reno, Nevada seeks a Utility Systems Manager to oversee wastewater treatment plants and manage technical teams. Candidates should have civil engineering experience and a Professional Engineer license. Ideal candidates demonstrate leadership, technical expertise, and a commitment to regulatory compliance. This is a full-time role in the Community Services Department.

Qualifications

• Six years of full-time professional civil engineering experience, including two years of supervisory experience in wastewater treatment.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer within the State of Nevada is required at the time of application.
• Valid driver’s license required at the time of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and supervise the activities of wastewater treatment plants.
• Manage the staff and budget for wastewater treatment operations.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Skills

Leadership Excellence

Technical Mastery

Strategic Thinking

Regulatory Expertise

Analytical Problem Solver

Effective Communicator

Resilient and Adaptable

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, chemistry, biochemistry

Job description

Under general direction, plans, organizes, supervises the function, activities, and staff of Washoe County’s wastewater treatment plants and related facilities; and performs related work as required.

This is an Open Competitive/Countywide Promotional recruitment being conducted to fill a current full-time vacancy in the Community Services Department. The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

For more information on this position, please see the Job Specification.

Six years of full-time professional civil engineering experience including two years of supervisory experience in the field of wastewater treatment AND a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering, environmental engineering, chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

License Or Certificate

Registration as a Professional Engineer within the State of Nevada or a jurisdiction recognized for purposes of reciprocity by the Nevada State Board of Registered Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors is required at the time of application and must be maintained for continued employment in this classification.

A valid driver’s license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained for continued employment in this classification.

Incident Command System (ICS) 100/200 Certification is required within six months of appointment and must be maintained for continued employment in this classification.

Incident Command System (ICS) 300 Certification is required within eighteen months of appointment and must be maintained for continued employment in this classification.

Nevada Cross Connection Control Specialist Certification is required within one year of appointment and must be maintained for continued employment in this classification.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate for the Utility Systems Manager position will bring a strong blend of technical expertise, leadership, and regulatory knowledge to support Washoe County’s wastewater treatment and recycled water operations. We are seeking a professional who embodies the following qualities:

• Leadership Excellence: Demonstrated success in supervising engineering and utility teams, fostering professional development, and promoting a culture of safety and accountability.
• Technical Mastery: Working knowledge of wastewater treatment processes, recycled water systems, and environmental compliance standards.
• Strategic Thinker: Experience in capital improvement planning, budgeting, and aligning operational goals with broader organizational strategies.
• Regulatory Expertise: Strong understanding of federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA and environmental permitting requirements.
• Analytical Problem Solver: Skilled in diagnosing operational inefficiencies, interpreting complex data, and implementing effective process improvements.
• Effective Communicator: Ability to clearly convey technical information to diverse audiences and build collaborative relationships across departments and agencies.
• Credentialed Professional: Holds a valid Professional Engineer (PE) license and driver’s license, with a commitment to obtaining and maintaining required ICS and Cross Connection certifications.
• Resilient and Adaptable: Capable of managing emergency events, working in dynamic environments, and adapting to evolving technologies and regulatory landscapes.

Washoe County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. We recruit, hire, train and promote into all job levels without regard to race, religion or belief, gender, marital status or domestic partnership, familial status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information (GINA), veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association or union or any other protected class under applicable federal or state law.