Watershed Director II (Consent Decree)

City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Competitive salary

Public service benefit

Job summary

A local government agency in Atlanta seeks a Watershed Director II to lead the Consent Decree Program aimed at improving water quality. Responsibilities include managing projects, collaborating with various stakeholders, and mentoring staff. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in civil engineering and project management, emphasizing strong communication and leadership skills. This full-time position follows a hybrid work schedule with a focus on community engagement and compliance with regulatory programs.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in water resource or civil engineering within the private or municipal sector.
• 8 years of experience as a manager, supervisor, or team leader.
• Very strong administrative and managerial skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage implementation of Consent Decree projects/contracts within agreed budgets.
• Coordinate with stakeholders on project delivery.
• Provide mentorship in the development of program staff.

Skills

Knowledge of consent decrees

Collaborative leadership

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil, Mechanical, Environmental Engineering or Environmental Policy

Job description

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Overview

The Office of the Commissioner is seeking candidates for the Consent Decree Program Director. The Clean Water Atlanta (CWA) Consent Decree Program is a comprehensive, multi-program initiative designed to improve water quality in Atlanta through capital construction programs and enhanced operation of the Citys drinking and wastewater systems.

The focus of Clean Water Atlanta (CWA) is to complete necessary sewer infrastructure improvements to abate sanitary sewer overflows, ensure adequate system capacity, reduce flooding and pollution caused by stormwater, and safeguard the public health and safety of our citizens. Clean Water Atlanta (CWA) expands this program to include all projects required to comply with two (2) federal Consent Decrees and a State Consent Order, improve water quality throughout metro Atlanta, secure drinking water facilities in accordance with national homeland security guidelines and provide holistic management of the Citys resource operation.

Watershed Management encourages applications from candidates with knowledge, ability and strong experience with consent decrees and/or regulatory compliance programs, experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic and socio‑economic backgrounds. An ideal candidate will have experience with a municipal water or wastewater agency, a track record of collaborative leadership across work groups and agencies, and experience supervising and supporting a diverse staff of highly skilled professionals.

Supervision

Reports to Assistant Commissioner of Engineering - Works both independently and as part of a team of managers that meet to discuss issues related to program delivery, construction management, regulatory compliance, procurement, budgets, staff, policy, and operations. Direction received is very general and focuses on strategic objectives and is typically collaborative in nature. This is a policy-making level of management and would be considered upper middle management position.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned.

• Provide day-to-day management responsibility for the following functional areas to support the Assistant Commissioner of Engineering.


• Manage the implementation and delivery of Consent Decree projects/contracts within agreed budgets, schedule and scope.


• Coordinate with the Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) team regarding the annual roster of Consent Decree projects/contracts that require Architectural & Engineering professional services, funding, and initiation of procurement.


• Assist with change management with focus on minimizing change orders.


• Attend meetings with Clean Water Atlanta (CWA) project team members, other Watershed Management Directors, Program Managers, Project Managers, Design Managers and technical staff that are involved with Consent Decree projects to review progress, review issues and help resolve problems.


• Demonstrates strong public presentation skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of stakeholders, including community members, elected officials, and City Council representatives.


• Provide mentorship in the development of program staff.


• Oversees the development of design contract drawings utilizing both core civil design principles and trenchless technology methodologies, technical specifications, and engineering cost estimates for procurement.


• Provides design and technical support, as needed, to the Construction Management staff during the execution of contracts.


• Provides management of program functions including scope and budget development, regulatory reporting and permitting, value engineering, project controls and scheduling, product and materials selection.


• Coordinates with various internal/external stakeholders including CIP, GIS, Capacity Certification, Construction Management, and Hydraulic Modeling, Public Information Groups and other City departments.


• Identifying potential compliance risks and implementing strategies to address them proactively.


• Coordinates with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies for compliance with the Clean Water Act and other state and national regulations.


• Provides leadership and direction to group managers and oversee project goals. Develops project strategies, implementation plans, project scope and milestones.

Decision Making

This position is generally required to provide input regarding decisions that impact the Clean Water Atlanta (CWA) Program. Such issues may be related to strategy, budget, technical, and/or policy/procedure. Provides input on organization strategy and policy within required legislative or executive approval.

Leadership Provided

Provides leadership and guidance to a varied group of engineers, managers, and administrative professionals. Guidance should typically be general in nature and focus on objectives, end results, and policies.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list.

Experience with consent decree programs, program management, design, procurement and construction of engineering projects, especially water and sewer linear and vertical projects. Experience with water and sewer pipe hydraulics; water treatment, wastewater treatment, pumping stations, geotechnical testing and terminology; knowledge of remediation measures, contract law, and environmental policy.

Very strong administrative and managerial skills; inter-personal and team working skills; skilled in communicating verbally and written; strong computer and software skills.

Ability to develop relationships and partnerships; ability to write clear and concise technical documents; ability to read, understand, and prepare legal documents; ability to effectively negotiate resolutions of conflicts among staff, citizens, neighbors, elected official, and staff, as well as efficiently manage a government office open to the public; ability to interact effectively with various personality styles and with upper departmental management or elected officials; ability to read and interpret construction drawings; ability to interpret laws, regulations and guidelines; ability to utilize Microsoft software and project management programs.

Minimum Qualifications – Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Civil, Mechanical, Environmental Engineering or Environmental Policy


• 10 years of experience in water resource or civil engineering, within the private or municipal sector.


• 8 years of experience as a manager, supervisor, team leader, etc.

Preferred Education & Experience

• Master’s degree in engineering or environmental policy.


• PMP Certification


• 15 years of work experience in water and/or wastewater engineering in the private or municipal government sector


• 10 years of experience as a manager, supervisor, team leader, etc.

Licensures and Certifications

• A Licensed Professional Engineer is desired but not required.

Essential Capabilities and Work Environment

Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.

City of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer.

Work Schedule

This position follows the Citys hybrid work schedule policy as assigned by the Department of Human Resources Commissioner and requires in-person work at City worksites/facilities at least four (4) days per week, with the option to work remotely one (1) day per week, based on eligibility, departmental needs, and supervisor approval. The hybrid work schedule is subject to change at any time to five (5) days in-person work.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Project Management and Management

Industries

• Government Administration