Wastewater Manager

Largo; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 86,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Largo seeks a technical and supervisory leader to operate and maintain the Wastewater Reclamation Facility, overseeing daily maintenance, operation and process control, and coordinating with the Chief Plant Operator.

Reporting to the Utilities Director, the role emphasizes leadership, regulatory compliance, KPI reporting, and staff development to keep the facility aligned with the City’s mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field and 5 years of supervisory experience in plant operation preferred.
• State of Florida Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator license preferred.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily maintenance, operation, and process control of the Wastewater Reclamation Facility.
• Manage day-to-day operations of maintenance, compliance, and personnel in collaboration with the Chief Plant Operator.
• Reports to the Utilities Director.

Skills

Asset management

Reliability-centered maintenance

Wastewater treatment knowledge

Chemical analysis knowledge

Safety awareness

Reading gauges & tests

Technical reporting

Public communication

Presentation skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Environmental Science, Business

Tools

Word

Excel

Database applications

Laboratory testing equipment

Job description

Please note that applications must be completed and submitted by 11:59 pm ET on the day prior to the close date listed on the job posting.

Mission : Provide Superior Services that Inspire Community Pride

Vision : To be the Community of Choice in Tampa Bay

Values : Integrity, Collaboration, Passion, Creativity

Largo’s commitment to a High Performance Organization (HPO) model builds a flexible and resilient organization that intentionally builds leadership capacity at all levels of the organization.

CITY OF LARGO… Naturally A GreatPlace to Work!

Closing:

Continuous

Salary:

$85,883 - 137,405 USD Annually

Job Summary:

This is technical and supervisory work in operating and maintaining an advanced wastewater reclamation facility. Oversees the daily maintenance, operation, and process control of the Wastewater Reclamation Facility (WWRF). Manages and supervises the day-to-day operations of maintenance, compliance, and personnel in collaboration with the Chief Plant Operator. The position reports to the Utilities Director.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

All employees share components of leadership, management, technical, and team skills to assist in making the City of Largo the community of choice in Tampa Bay.

Leadership

• Demonstrates an understanding and reflection of the City’s mission, vision, and values and a commitment to achieve organizational goals aligned with the City’s and the Department’s strategic plans
• Champions a high-performance work culture that encourages and embraces new ideas, develops individuals, and welcomes and encourages diverse perspectives
• Articulates strategic and innovative thinking and provides clarity to deliver superior services
• Approaches the job with enthusiasm and curiosity to promote a solutions-oriented work culture
• Supports collaboration between the maintenance and operations divisions

Management

• Effectively manages assignments and priorities to ensure the fulfillment of projects, tasks, and responsibilities
• Follows suggested procedures to ensure the highest standards of risk management, employee safety, and risk avoidance
• Responsible for the evaluation, training, and professional development of all team members

Technical

• Performs administrative work for the department
• Ensures all policies and procedures comply with established regulations
• Reviews proposed modifications to the wastewater treatment facility, acts as a liaison between the City and the Department of Environmental Protection, Consultants, and evaluates equipment performance
• Responsible for ordering supplies consumed in the operation of the treatment facility
• Keeps records and prepares clear and concise reports on plant operation
• Provides Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) to the Department of Environmental Protection
• Coordinates with contractors and engineers for accuracy in the work being performed
• Approves domestic wastewater treatment permit for collection system expansion
• Oversees emergency activations and activities of the WWRF

Team Skills

• Supports honest and transparent decision-making
• Collaborates with all team members in a way that builds upon ideas and takes personal accountability and ownership of projects, roles, and assignments
• Openly exhibits a positive attitude, in words and action, and encourages others to do the same
• Fosters positive communication with customers and coaches team members to improve communication skills

Performs related work as required.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE STATUS: As a condition of employment, City of Largo employees will be required to work as directed during an undeclared and/or a declared emergency. All employees are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations, which may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the normal work location, and may include duties other than those specified in the official job description.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Environmental Science, Business, or a closely related field and a minimum of five (5) years of directly related experience in Operational, Engineering, or Utilities Management or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Five (5) years of supervisory responsibility in plant operation and maintenance preferred
• Possession of a current State of Florida Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator license or an out-of-state equivalent license, preferred
• Municipal experience preferred
• Valid Driver’s License

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of asset management principles and reliability-centered maintenance practices
• Thorough knowledge of machines, equipment, and operating practices of modern wastewater treatment and chemical and physical processes involved in the treatment of wastewater and sludge
• Skill in principles of chemistry as used in the chemical and bacteriologic analyses of water samples
• Knowledge of occupational hazards connected with plant operations and safety precautions
• Ability to read and interpret tests, gauges, and meters used in regulating the operations of wastewater plants and to make minor repairs to electrical and mechanical equipment
• Ability to understand and follow complex written and oral instructions and to establish working relationships with employees and the public
• Ability to create, prepare, and present accurate reports using Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), make clear and effective presentations, prepare written communications, and maintain accurate maintenance records
• Ability to create informative presentations for the City Commission meetings
• Demonstrates excellent written communication skills
• Must have the ability to write clear Commission memos and communicate technical information clearly to be read by a wide variety of audiences

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work Environment: 95% inside a climate-controlled building; 5% outside, including driving.

Physical Requirements: The essential functions of the job require sitting approximately four (4) hours per day, standing approximately two (2) hours per day, and walking approximately two (2) hours per day. The job also requires frequent fine manipulations, grasping, reaching, repetitive motion, and lifting/carrying objects weighing up to 15 pounds. On rare occasions, the work requires bending/stooping, climbing, lifting objects weighing up to 44 pounds, and lifting objects weighing more than 45 pounds.

Sensory Requirements: Hearing: Ability to detect proper equipment operation and understand what others are saying in normal conversation and on the telephone. Speaking: Ability to communicate orally with others and speak effectively on the phone. Seeing: Ability to see and read computer monitor screens, operate a vehicle, perform field laboratory tests, and read fine print.

Driving Requirements: Requires occasional driving and possession of a valid Florida Driver’s License.

Technology: The work requires the ability to operate telephones, smartphones, tablets, photocopiers, printers, desktop and laptop computers, calculators, and all associated software. The work also requires proficiency with computer hardware and software programs, including word, spreadsheet, and database applications, internet applications, and database management.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

No - DRUG TESTING (Safety Sensitive)

No - CHILDCARE FINGERPRINTING

Yes - CREDIT CHECK

No - FDLE AND CJSTC SECURITY CLEARANCE: As mandated by the FDLE, CJSTC, and the Largo Police Department, this position may be subject to additional security clearances due to access to the police department facility or police department’s electronic data.