Wastewater Operations & Infrastructure Leader

City of Sioux Falls; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Sioux Falls is seeking a Wastewater Superintendent to lead a multi-disciplinary team and oversee essential treatment operations, ensuring reliable services and compliant facilities. You will work closely with supervisors, operators, maintenance staff, engineers, and lab personnel to keep treatment processes efficient and the collection system reliable.

You will collaborate with Public Works leadership, engineers, water purification, finance, and other stakeholders to guide capital

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in science or engineering plus eight (8) years’ progressively responsible experience in the water/wastewater field; or any such combination of education, experience, and training as may be acceptable to the hiring authority.
• Valid unrestricted South Dakota Operator’s Certificate is desirable.
• Valid unrestricted South Dakota Wastewater Collection Certificate is desirable.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multi-disciplinary team and oversee operations essential to Sioux Falls’ infrastructure and environmental stewardship.
• Collaborate with supervisors, operators, maintenance staff, engineers, and lab personnel to ensure efficient treatment processes and reliable collection systems.
• Balance daily operational decisions with long-range planning and capital project implementation.
• Support culture, safety, and professional development to build a high-performing workforce.
• Coordinate with Public Works leadership and other departments to deliver shared priorities.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in science or engineering

Job description

The City of Sioux Falls is seeking a Wastewater Superintendent to lead a multi-disciplinary team and oversee essential treatment operations, ensuring reliable services and compliant facilities. You will work closely with supervisors, operators, maintenance staff, engineers, and lab personnel to keep treatment processes efficient and the collection system reliable.

You will collaborate with Public Works leadership, engineers, water purification, finance, and other stakeholders to guide capital