Wastewater Treatment Plant Manager

Gfoat; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Corpus Christi seeks a Wastewater Treatment Plant Manager to lead operations and maintenance across six WWTPs. You will ensure regulatory compliance, manage budgets, coordinate staff, and drive safety initiatives to protect public health and the environment.

Responsibilities include overseeing plant performance, preparing reports for agencies such as TCEQ and EPA, and guiding CIP projects. Exempt full-time position requiring flexibility for emergencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) required.
• Six years of experience in wastewater treatment operations or related field.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations of six wastewater treatment plants.
• Provide technical support and resources for WWTP operations.
• Ensure WWTP operations comply with TPDES permit requirements and prepare regulatory reports.
• Manage workforce planning, budgeting, safety programs, staff training, and operational logistics.
• Evaluate and develop performance of WWTP Superintendents.

Education

Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS)

Job description

Overview

The Wastewater Treatment Plant Manager oversees the operations and maintenance of City's six WWTPs including process control, budget preparation and control, workforce coordination, staff training, WWTP safety as well as miscellaneous logistics management. This position is to ensure that City's six WWTPs meet all related regulatory requirements (TPDES permits).

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) operations
• Provide technical support, resources, and personnel for all WWTP operations
• Oversee the maintenance and operations of WWTP facilities by assessing facility conditions and operational data
• Respond to requests for information regarding WWTP operations, design, and performance
• Ensure WWTP operations comply with TPDES permit requirements
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports to agencies such as TCEQ and EPA
• Perform administrative duties related to the operations of six WWTPs
• Manage workforce planning, budget preparation, monitoring and control, safety, staff training, and operational logistics
• Oversee and evaluate the performance of WWTP Superintendents
• Improve and optimize WWTP operations and maintenance to enhance the efficiency of manpower, equipment, and budget
• Assist the Assistant Director of Wastewater Treatment by providing technical support
• Conduct facility condition assessments and provide operational data
• Assist with requests to upgrade, rehabilitate, and develop the City's wastewater treatment facilities through Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and operational projects

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

Exempt – Full-Time – 40-hour work week

Must be available to work additional hours as needed

Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement

In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS)

Six (6) years of experience

Licenses and Certifications

Required

A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hiring.

Class A Wastewater Operator’s License

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

Criminal Background Check: Yes

Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes

Drug Screening: Yes

Physical Exam: Yes

FBI Background Check: No

Police Background Check: No

Clearing House Query (CDL): No

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview

Supplemental Information

Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi

The City of Corpus Christi is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS)

Six (6) years of experience

Licenses and Certifications

Required

A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hiring.

Class A Wastewater Operator’s License

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

Criminal Background Check: Yes

Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes

Drug Screening: Yes

Physical Exam: Yes

FBI Background Check: No

Police Background Check: No

Clearing House Query (CDL): No

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview

Supplemental Information

Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi

The City of Corpus Christi is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.