Storm / Sewer Division Manager

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The City of Tualatin is seeking an experienced and motivated Storm / Sewer Manager to lead a newly created division within the Public Works Department. The position will be responsible for the management, maintenance, and improvement of our municipal stormwater and sanitary sewer systems, ensuring regulatory compliance, overseeing capital improvement projects, managing staff, and supporting sustainable infrastructure practices. The Storm / Sewer Manager c oordinates and oversees work completed by contractors, ensures compliance with the MS4 Permit, and coordinates and collaborates with Clean Water Services (CWS) to ensure all regulatory requirements are met. The successful candidate will analyze and makes recommendations for programmatic improvements within the division, actively participate in the asset management program, support the City?s operational climate action goals, and provide timely and responsive customer service. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker who can evaluate, manage and update existing programs and master plans. The successful candidate will excel at establishing and maintaining cooperative relationships with managers across departments, as well as outside agencies and community partners. We are looking for someone eager to take ownership, lead with vision, and make a lasting impact on the City?s public works infrastructure system and the community we serve.

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Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Manage day-to-day operations from the office while providing support to field crews as needed. This position plays a key role in coordinating workflow, ensuring effective communication between office and field staff, and maintaining operational efficiency.

Directs the safe and effective operation, maintenance, inspection and repair of the City's wastewater collection system and stormwater system, which includes sewer collection lines, sewer laterals, manholes, stormwater collection lines, catch basins, water quality assets / facilities, and other related assets.

Supervises Division staff; including prioritizing and developing work plans, evaluating staff performance, monitoring progress on projects assigned to staff, interpreting personnel policies and procedures, making hiring and termination recommendations, making pay rate change recommendations, and providing training and development opportunities for staff. Create and maintain an effective work environment by communicating goals and expectations for staff performance, counseling employees as appropriate and supporting employee engagement efforts.

Oversees assigned programs and projects, ensuring compliance with codes, standards, laws and regulations; establishing, implementing and enforcing policies and procedures; remaining current with changes in laws and regulations.

Manages preventative maintenance programs, in coordination with the Engineering Division, for all wastewater and stormwater infrastructure within the City . This includes evaluation of asset condition , analyzing and prioritizing competing maintenance needs, development of work plans, use of CMMS / Asset Management software to assign / track / document work, and oversight of staff completing work tasks for quality control .

Manages work completed by contractors. This includes one-time projects (such as sewer line / lateral replacement or relining), as well as ongoing services (such as, CCTV services). Ensures that the service delivery carried out by contractors meets the city?s specifications and level of service goals. Initiates remedial / corrective action when needed from contractors, involving City Legal Department as needed.

Develops written reports, plans, and documents in relation to divisional work. May need to develop presentation materials and deliver presentations to City leadership and / or elected officials, partner agencies, neighborhood groups, or other stakeholders.

Provides solutions / ideas to solve maintenance deficiencies, prioritizes competing needs for work, and effectively uses funding to ensure that systems are maintained proactively and operate efficiently. Analyzes program delivery and makes recommendations for program improvements and changes to better meet service delivery needs.

Plays an active role in the City?s asset management program; uses Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) to proactively maintain City?s wastewater and stormwater systems, collect data for use in decision making, analyze asset condition and prioritize repairs / replacements, and coordinate work of division staff members.

Coordinates with Engineering Division to review construction design for both Capital and private development projects. Completes plan review and makes recommendations for revisions or changes to plans based on knowledge of City?s Public Works Construction code, standard details, and technical understanding of maintenance needs.

Knowledgeable about and ensures compliance with Clean Water Services maintenance and reporting requirements, which are crucial to maintaining compliance with federal regulatory requirements. Collaborates closely with Clean Water Services staff for the delivery of programmatic functions shared by both entities, technical support, and problem solving of issues within the wastewater and stormwater systems.

Develops and updates written procedures, SOPs and instruction for division workflows and processes.

Coordinates work projects with other jurisdictions, including neighboring cities, special districts, and utility companies to problem solve, collaborate and ensure work carried out is done so in a coordinated manner that meets City?s standards and effectively uses City resources.

Receives and handles inquiries, requests and complaints from residents and contractors relating to the Division's operations and maintenance functions. Acts as a liaison with other departments and the general public including resolving conflicts that are associated with services provided and determining courses of action.

Participates in a leadership role in response to weather related or emergency events that can have a negative impact on public safety (sanitary sewer overflow, hazardous spill, flooding, inclement weather event).  Ensures all reporting is completed correctly after emergency events, such as overflows or illicit discharges. Carries a city cell phone and is a key contact for after-hours emergencies.

Develops the Division?s annual budget. Participates in the development of the City?s Capital Improvement Plan, making recommendations for projects and prioritizing needs based on knowledge of City systems and large-scale maintenance needs.

Participates in the development of long-range capital plans (Master Plans) for systems within purview of the division. Leads the development of long-range maintenance plans, under guidance from the Public Works Director.

Drives to city facilities, vendors, training programs, and regional meetings as necessary.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities : Thorough knowledge of the materials, methods, and techniques used in the safe construction, maintenance and operations of both wastewater and stormwater systems. A technical understanding of how infrastructure systems function and asset condition / evaluation skills are desired.

Considerable knowledge of safety requirements and precautions to ensure safe working conditions for staff.

Ability to plan, review and supervise employees performing various functions relating to assigned infrastructure systems. Ability to organize workload, prioritizing competing needs for reactive and proactive work, maintain accurate records and documentation, and track expenditures. Ability to read construction drawings / as-builts. Ability to use a computer and all programs required to carry out duties of job; including asset management software, Microsoft office suite, GIS system, and other City software programs. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, manufacturer's representatives, public officials, City employees and the general public.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations :

• Possession of, or the ability to secure possession within six months of hire, the appropriate Wastewater Collection Level III Certification based on state classification of the City's system.
• Possession of, or ability to possess within six months of hire, a valid Oregon Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement.
• Confined Space Entry, Traffic Control / Flagging certifications

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE : Five years of responsible public works maintenance and construction experience with at least two years in a supervisory capacity or five years as a lead worker. Education equivalent of high school graduation, with two years of additional education or training in public works techniques and principles. Any satisfactory equivalent combination of experience, education, and training which ensures the ability to perform the work may substitute for the above.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT : The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; and climb or balance; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and taste or smell.  The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, and / or crawl.  The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and / or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals and extreme cold. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally loud.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES : Supervises and directs employees engaged in wastewater and stormwater system work. Monitors and inspects contracted work.  Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT :   The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; and climb or balance; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, and / or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and / or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals and extreme cold. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

HOW TO APPLY : Apply online at  www.tualatinoregon.gov  prior to the closing date and time.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The City will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge skills education and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you think you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skillset for the role.

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