WATER SUPERINTENDENT

Water Operations Supervisor

Responsible for the efficient operation of the entire water supply system from source to tap. This role involves managing water treatment, water distribution facilities and processes while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards in accordance with federal, state, and local government's acts, laws, ordinances, policies, and practices. Exercises independent judgment, discretion and initiative to maintain and operate water treatment and distribution systems. Performs a variety of supervisory, administrative, skilled, technical, and maintenance work in the planning, construction, operation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of City's water treatment facilities and distribution system. Working Supervisor expected to perform work in the field when required. Work involves the direction and coordination of divisional administrative functions such as the development of operating budgets and related reports, development and/or revision of procedures, supervision of staff involved in water treatment and distribution systems and facilities. Works under the general direction of the Public Works Director or assigned designee. This position is considered an emergency/disaster position. During emergency conditions, all City employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. City employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation, which requires that the employee be ready, willing, and able to report to work during emergencies and/or disasters of any kind, notwithstanding any other commitments the employee may have and be able perform emergency services duties, as assigned.

Graduation from an accredited college or university with Associate's of Science in Water Management, Environmental Science, or related field or seven (7) years of experience in a progressively responsible professional position in the operation, maintenance, construction and repair of water systems, including the operation of related maintenance equipment or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Experience must include at least three (3) years of supervisory experience. Possess and maintain a Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Drinking Water Treatment Plant Operator License Class "B" issued by the State of Florida required. Possess a Florida Stormwater Erosion and Sedimentation Control Inspector Certification or obtain within one (1) year of employment. Possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License. Must also possess the National Incident Management System (NIMS) IS-700 within 30 days of employment and ICS-100 within 90 days of employment. There may be additional NIMS required, which will be scheduled by your supervisor.

Knowledge of current Florida Administrative Code and Florida Department of Environmental Protection regulatory requirements regarding the provision of safe drinking water for a Public Water Supply System. Extensive experience in water system operations and management. Strong understanding of water treatment processes. Knowledge of construction, assembly, adjustment, operation and maintenance of a wide variety of water pumps, electrical motors, and chlorination and corrosion equipment. Have considerable knowledge of water treatment practices and Florida Department of Environmental Protection rules and regulations. Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the work environment. Ability to work under pressure and handle emergencies effectively. Knowledge and understanding of stormwater Best Management Practices and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) stormwater permit requirements. Ability to interpret Federal, State & Local Regulations. Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills to evaluate and adjust treatment procedures to meet requirement of volumes to be treated. Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare clear and concise reports of plant operations. Thorough knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods and procedures used in public water supply and distribution systems. Ability to read and interpret water meters and gauges, blueprints, and construction drawings. Knowledge of operation and use of motorized vehicles, small and heavy equipment. Skill in use of detection devices. Experience in managing staff and resources. Ability to guide, direct, organize and supervise the activities of employees, various crews performing construction and maintenance work. Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other divisions, other departments and the public.