Wastewater Plant Operations Leader

Western Virginia Water Authority; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Virginia Water Authority in Roanoke, VA seeks a Wastewater Operations Manager to lead the wastewater treatment plant operations and drive safety, efficiency and compliance. You will manage budgets, coordinate maintenance, and report on performance to the Assistant Director of Wastewater and Environmental Programs.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in a wastewater-related field with five years of operational and five years of management experience, plus licensure or

Qualifications

• Direct and supervise personnel.
• Develop and review processes for the assigned area.
• Ability to analyze data and make decisions.
• Communicate technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Interpret safety rules, maps and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate all activities of the wastewater operations area.
• Prepare financial analyses for the budget and capital projects.
• Coordinate maintenance and repair with facilities teams.
• Prepare periodic activity reports for leadership.
• Establish communication with local/state health officials.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Budgeting

Data analysis

Communications

Regulatory knowledge

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in wastewater field

Tools

Databases

Record-keeping systems

Job description

Western Virginia Water Authority in Roanoke, VA seeks a Wastewater Operations Manager to lead the wastewater treatment plant operations and drive safety, efficiency and compliance. You will manage budgets, coordinate maintenance, and report on performance to the Assistant Director of Wastewater and Environmental Programs.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in a wastewater-related field with five years of operational and five years of management experience, plus licensure or