Watershed Operations Manager I

City of Atlanta, GA; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Atlanta is seeking a Watershed Manager I to lead OLIO engineering staff and city crews handling wastewater collection and watershed operations. You will direct design projects, manage performance data, and coordinate with senior leadership on long-term objectives.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in wastewater system design, GIS, and asset management, with proven supervisory experience and the ability to communicate clearly with the public and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Operation Management or related field.
• 5+ years in design, construction, and/or project management for wastewater systems.
• Experience with watershed modeling, GIS, and land use planning.
• Experience with management and collections systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of OLIO engineering staff and city crews; manage personnel and resources.
• Support divisions with performance, reporting, escalations, service requests, and data processing.
• Provide technical guidance for watershed operations.
• Lead small to large design projects meeting operation needs, including emergencies.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual performance reports.
• Supervise staff, including training and mentoring.
• Respond to public inquiries, investigate complaints, and recommend corrective actions.
• Support asset management, wastewater planning, CIP development, and emergency operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Software databases (Oracle & MS SQL)

Sewer collection system maintenance

Wastewater & stormwater knowledge

Engineering terminology & ERP

Watershed science concepts

Reading drawings & maps

Regulations interpretation

Effective communication

Customer issue resolution

Conflict management

Multitasking in changing env

Software map/drawing tools

People management & mentoring

Stakeholder relationship building

PC operation & equipment use

Professional image & public service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Operation Management or related field

Five years design/construction/project mgmt in wastewater systems

Experience with watershed modeling & GIS

Experience with management of collection systems

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

City of Atlanta is seeking a Watershed Manager I to lead OLIO engineering staff and city crews handling wastewater collection and watershed operations. You will direct design projects, manage performance data, and coordinate with senior leadership on long-term objectives.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in wastewater system design, GIS, and asset management, with proven supervisory experience and the ability to communicate clearly with the public and internal teams.