Water System Operations Leader

Sacramento County, CA; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Sacramento County Water Agency seeks a Water System Superintendent to direct and coordinate operations for water production and distribution. This role requires leadership of the Water Supply Operations and Maintenance unit, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient service to the community.

You will manage budgets, oversee staff, and coordinate with agencies, departments, and the public, while upholding safety and regulatory standards across all operations.

Qualifications

• Three years of full-time, paid managerial experience in the operation and maintenance of a potable water system that served at least 20,000 connections.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate the Water Supply Operations and Maintenance unit.
• Direct the development and management of budgets for water production and distribution.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local water quality laws and regulations.
• Provide leadership, supervision, and training to staff; communicate clearly with stakeholders.

Skills

Water treatment operations

Water distribution systems

Regulatory compliance

Budgeting

Supervision

Leadership

Telemetry systems

Maintenance tracking software

Tools

Telemetry systems

Maintenance tracking software

Office software (word processing, spreadsheets, databases)

Job description

Sacramento County Water Agency seeks a Water System Superintendent to direct and coordinate operations for water production and distribution. This role requires leadership of the Water Supply Operations and Maintenance unit, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient service to the community.

You will manage budgets, oversee staff, and coordinate with agencies, departments, and the public, while upholding safety and regulatory standards across all operations.