Water Division Operations & Quality Lead

City of Wilmington; Wilmington (DE); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Medical/dental coverage

Job summary

City of Wilmington is seeking an Assistant Water Division Director to lead Water Treatment Plant Operations, Plant Maintenance, and Water Quality Laboratory functions. The role ensures safe, reliable, and compliant operations and strategic oversight of water quality initiatives.

Reporting to the Water Division Director, this position will guide budgeting, capital projects, contracts, and emergency response while promoting safety and continuous improvement across the utility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Environmental, Chemical or Mechanical) and related field.
• Ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in management of complex water facilities and systems; five (5) years in a leadership role.
• Master’s degree or PE license strongly preferred; equivalent experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction for Water Division operations and staff.
• Ensure safe, reliable, and regulatory-compliant plant operations.
• Oversee budgeting, capital improvement planning, and emergency response.
• Coordinate contracts for plant operation and maintenance services.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local water regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Budgeting/finance

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Environmental, Chemical or Mechanical)

Master’s degree in related science or Environmental discipline

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

City of Wilmington is seeking an Assistant Water Division Director to lead Water Treatment Plant Operations, Plant Maintenance, and Water Quality Laboratory functions. The role ensures safe, reliable, and compliant operations and strategic oversight of water quality initiatives.

Reporting to the Water Division Director, this position will guide budgeting, capital projects, contracts, and emergency response while promoting safety and continuous improvement across the utility.