Wastewater Manager

City of Largo; United States; On-site; USD 86,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(a) retirement

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Job summary

City of Largo is seeking a skilled supervisor to oversee the daily operation and maintenance of the Wastewater Reclamation Facility (WWRF). This technical leadership role reports to the Utilities Director and coordinates with the Chief Plant Operator to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient plant performance.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree and at least five years of related experience, with a Florida Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator license preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of directly related experience in Operational, Engineering, or Utilities Management
• Five (5) years of supervisory responsibility in plant operation and maintenance preferred
• Possession of a Florida Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator license or out-of-state equivalent preferred
• Municipal experience preferred
• Valid Driver's License

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily maintenance, operation, and process control of the WWRF.
• Supervise maintenance, operations, and personnel with the Chief Plant Operator.
• Coordinate with the Utilities Director to align with strategic plans.
• Prepare clear KPI reports and maintenance records.
• Ensure compliance with DEP regulations and facility permits.

Skills

Asset management

Maintenance management

Reading gauges & meters

Clear communication

Report writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration/Environmental Science/Business

Tools

Word

Excel

Database software

Job description

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 Great Place 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.

About the Organization

The organization serves over 84 thousand residents and 3 thousand businesses by providing superior services that inspire community pride. The organization is made up of 12 departments with a shared strategic focus on sustainability, public health & safety, and community pride.

Largo is committed to building a High-Performance Organization (HPO) model to intentionally support flexibility, resiliency, and leadership capacity at all levels of the organization. HPO empowers individuals to participate in meaningful projects and initiatives to promote employee and community engagement.

As a national Top Workplace, Largo is recognized for its innovative, collaborative, and passionate workforce. Team members enjoy competitive pay, robust professional development opportunities, generous benefits and leave packages, and a healthy work-life balance.

With its family-friendly atmosphere, tree-lined streets, and award-winning parks, Largo offers more than just a workplace, we offer a community. Every day, we work toward our vision of being the Community of Choice in Tampa Bay, Naturally!

About our Benefits

Team Members enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, wellness, and financial security of their team members.

• Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; wellness programs; Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Accounts (HSA); paid life insurance; and AD&D coverage, with optional supplemental life insurance available.
• Full-time team members participate in a Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan with a generous City match.
• Public Safety team members participate in retirement plans outlined in their respective union agreements.
• All team members may enroll in optional Deferred Compensation 457(b) and/or Roth 457(b) plans.
• Additional benefits include 11 paid holidays, 24/7 access to fitness centers, tuition reimbursement, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

For a complete overview of benefits, please review the City of Largo’s Largo Lifeline.