Wastewater Operations Division Leader

City of Gastonia; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High Deductible Health Plan with HSA

Dental

Vision

Life

Pension (Local Government Employees'"

401(k)

457

Short-term/Long-term Disability

Dependent Care Plan

Employee Assistance Program

On-Site Health Clinic

Employee Educational AssistanceProgram

Sick Leave (12 days per year)

Initial Employment Vacation: Starting

Holidays (11 days per year)

Personal Day (1 day per year)

Job summary

The City of Gastonia is seeking a Division Manager to oversee the wastewater treatment division, including plant operations and residuals management. The role involves directing staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, and overseeing budgets and safety programs.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in a related field with at least ten years of wastewater experience, plus certifications. This on-site leadership position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to influence public health

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related discipline.
• Ten years of wastewater treatment plant or related experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the supervisors of wastewater treatment facilities and the residuals management program.
• Develops, coordinates, and delivers technical, operational, and safety training for assigned personnel.
• Ensure proper operation, inspection, preventive maintenance, and repair of wastewater treatment, residuals management, SCADA, and related facility systems.
• Assists with preparing and administering the division’s annual operating budget.
• Monitors wastewater treatment processes and residuals management activities to ensure reliable performance and compliance.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related discipline

Job description

The City of Gastonia is seeking a Division Manager to oversee the wastewater treatment division, including plant operations and residuals management. The role involves directing staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, and overseeing budgets and safety programs.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in a related field with at least ten years of wastewater experience, plus certifications. This on-site leadership position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to influence public health