What are the responsibilities and job description for the CHIEF OF WATER SYSTEM OPERATIONS (PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR) (EM-08) [1 vacancy] position at City and County of Honolulu?
"Help carry out the BWS vision and mission with excellence."
The Honolulu Board of Water Supply (BWS) is looking for a Chief of Water System Operations (Program Administrator) in Honolulu. This position heads the Water System Operations Division with full responsibility for the distribution of water throughout the BWS system by regulation and diversion of water from the supply source through various storage facilities utilizing mechanical, electrical, and telecommunications equipment; the operation, control, maintenance and repair of pumping plants for the BWS island-wide water system; compliance with water quality standards; safeguard of water system facilities from unauthorized access, natural disasters and other emergency situations; and related programs.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Formulating and executing policies and division priorities, analyzing pertinent operational issues and information; and assessing the impact of proposed policies and guidelines to ensure efficient and effective service to BWS water consumers.
- Developing and implementing short-term and long-term goals and objectives pertaining to the operation of the BWS water system; operation, maintenance, and repair of BWS pump and treatment facilities; repair and maintenance of the BWS fleet.
- Overseeing the planning and review of division programs for the proper design, operation and maintenance of the water system facilities to ensure efficient, effective and timely distribution of quality water to BWS water consumers.
- Developing and justifying the operating and capital improvement budget for the division, including the evaluation of the necessary resources and authorizes the redistribution of available resources to meet changing operational needs.
- Serving as principal advisor to the Manager and Chief Engineer on water system operations and its related programs, including water system facility operations; water treatment operations; mechanical and electrical equipment design, operation and maintenance; control center operations; and automotive services.
- Developing internal procedures and practices for providing the highest quality of services and coordinative efforts among managers, supervisors and employees.
- Determining the need and developing specific plans for organizational or operational changes that have the potential for significant impact on the division. Establishing reporting relationships and administrative controls over program or support operations.
- Overseeing the coordination of work internal and external to the division, resolving conflicts among programs and coordinating activities with all affected areas.
- Resolving conflicts among staff in areas of shared responsibility, personnel, and other administrative issues and concerns.
- Keeping employees informed of BWS and division goals and objectives; ensuring that revised policies, procedures, methods and related work changes are implemented and executed in the proper and timely manner.
Applications must be submitted online by May 3, 2025, 11:59 p.m., Hawaii Standard Time (HST), to be accepted.
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At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Equivalent to graduation from a regionally-accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, civil engineering, or a related engineering field.
Substitution: Work experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis. Such experience must have provided the knowledge, skills, and analytical ability normally gained from attainment of a bachelor's degree.
The education requirement must be met at the time of application. Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at a regionally-accredited college/university in the United States. In order to receive credit for the education, a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.
Verification Requirement: In order to be given credit for your education, clearly list your education credentials on your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to satisfy this education qualification requirement. If available, please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application. Or mail a photocopy of your documents to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Copies will not be returned. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit.
If you do not have your documentation to verify your education at this time, please note that if selected for the job, you will need to furnish verification documents in order to move forward in the hiring process.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Five years of registered professional mechanical, electrical or civil engineering experience, two of which shall have involved the operation and evaluation of water or related systems and pumping or industrial plant machinery and equipment, including or supplemented by three years of experience in an administrative capacity.
Such experience must have demonstrated knowledge of: principles, theories and practices of mechanical and electrical engineering and hydraulics; methods, techniques and procedures utilized in the administration of engineering systems and evaluation of mechanical and electrical systems, equipment and operations including installation, operation, control, maintenance, repair and testing of electrical and mechanical pumping equipment and telemetering and supervisory control systems; treatment and quality control practices and methods; research methods and techniques; applicable Federal and State laws, City ordinances, rules and regulations; applicable current/best technologies and practices, national standards and engineering codes; And the ability to: lead, direct and administer the operations for pumping plants and storage facilities and re-engineer work processes; plan, organize, coordinate and evaluate plant operations and related programs; effectively coordinate operational activities with projects and work of other divisions, branches, agencies, and public/private organizations and groups; review and analyze plans and specifications relating to engineering projects involving pumping and related systems; confer with design engineers to provide expertise on plans and specifications, system modifications, new equipment, etc.; supervise and conduct engineering analyses and research studies; prepare administrative and technical reports based on operations, engineering studies, etc.; deal tactfully and communicate effectively with senior management, City officials, contractors and consultants, regulatory and private agencies, and the general public.
QUALIFYING EXPERIENCE:
For this position, the qualifying experience required in an administrative capacity must conclusively demonstrate the scope and level of experience comparable to that of a branch chief or higher.
QUALITY OF EXPERIENCE:
QUALITY OF EXPERIENCE:
Having the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as qualifying for the position. Your overall experience must have been of such scope, level and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position.
LICENSE REQUIREMENT:1. Current State of Hawaii registration as a professional civil, electrical, or mechanical engineer.
NOTE: Applicants with a current out-of-state civil, electrical, or mechanical engineering license must obtain their Hawaii license prior to appointment.
Verification Requirement: You may submit a copy of your current professional license (Hawaii or out-of-state). Please attach an electronic copy of your professional civil, electrical, or mechanical engineer license to your application; Or mail a photocopy of your license to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Copies will not be returned.
2. Possession of a valid appropriate driver's license (Type 3/automobile), as required.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION:
In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your education, experience and/or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.
EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Education and Experience Evaluation......................................100%
Salary : $10,578
