Water Utilities Director

OverviewResponsible for overseeing and directing the City's entire water transmission and distribution system, dispatch operations and wastewater collection system.Number of Direct and Indirect Reports (include titles)1-Water Utilities Maintenance Manager, 1-Pump Maintenance Supervisor, 3-Instrument Technicians, 1-Electrical Technician, 3-Electrical Technicians, 2-Water Utilities Lead Field Supervisors, 6-Field Supervisors, 3-Water/Wastewater Inspectors, 29-Wastewater Utilities Operators, 27-Water Utilities Operators, 1-Departmental Safety Coordinator, 1-Accounting Representative IIFinancial Budget ResponsibilityDepartment Budget: $10 millionEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesManage operations and supervision in Water Distribution, Metering Services, Construction, Sewer Maintenance and Repair, Inflow & Infiltration, Inspections, Administration, Pump and Motor Maintenance and Sewer Lift StationsDirect workforce in procedures that comply with state and federal regulations, ordinances and lawsDevelop policy and procedures for water/wastewater operationsInterpret data to ensure uninterrupted service to all water customersManage, prepare and review Water Capital Improvement Program and Annual Operating BudgetReview, maintain and adjust policies for the Skill Based Pay System and act as assessor for program requirementsManage response to customer inquiries with appropriate actions, coordinate customer claims for property damage with Risk ManagementDevelop and implement asset management and long term planning for improvements to the Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection SystemsCoordinate with other City departments to include completed projects in the City's master recordsMeet with service providers and vendors to evaluate new products and materialsCoordinate with other departments by reviewing plans for site permit applications, and attend pre-construction meetingsAssign, evaluate and supervise performance of subordinate staffAssist with reports to City CouncilWrite, coordinate and execute departmental policies and procedures with Human Resources for 70+ employeesResolve significant work issues involving employeesInterview/hire candidates, develop job descriptionsAssist with water resources management programs with North Texas Municipal Water DistrictCoordinate staff and consultants needed for complex analyses and engineering feasibility studiesProvide guidance on hydrologic issuesReview and analyze the effect of new federal or state legislation on city water plans, facilities and programsMinimum QualificationsFour-year college degree8 years related experience5 years of management experienceTCEQ Class B Water Distribution License, or the ability to obtain within 2 yearsTCEQ Type III Wastewater Collections License, or the ability to obtain within 2 yearsTCEQ Customer Service Inspection LicenseOr an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.Preferred QualificationsEducation/Experience:Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field of study8-10 years experience in water distribution, wastewater collection or similar fieldLicensed Professional EngineerKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesExtensive knowledge of Water Distribution and Wastewater Collections OperationsComprehensive knowledge of industry materials for replacement of existing infrastructureComprehensive knowledge of safety work zone and construction proceduresSkill in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access and Outlook)Appropriate National Incident Management System certificationLicenses and CertificationsTCEQ Class B Water Distribution LicenseTCEQ Type III Wastewater Collections LicenseTCEQ Customer Service Inspection LicensePhysical Requirements / Work EnvironmentThe work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The incumbent works in a typical office environment; with occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17