Utilities Superintendent - Wastewater

The City of Ankeny is accepting applications for Utilities Superintendent - Wastewater. This position performs work under general direction of the Director of Municipal Utilities to supervise, plan, organize, and coordinate the operation and maintenance of sanitary sewer lift stations, sewer collection system, storm water conveyance system and other utility facilities as required by federal, state, and local regulations.   Serve as a resource for the public, developers, contractors, customer service, engineering, and other staff.

The starting salary range for this position is $94,975 - $109,945 annually depending on qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits. Post offer background check and drug screen required.

Applications must be received by Sunday, March 30, 2025. Interested individuals should complete an online application and attach a resume and cover letter expressing interest and qualifications. Pre-employment drug screen and background check is required.

The City of Ankeny offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Vacation and Sick Leave
Personal Leave
Nine (9) Paid Holidays
Health/Dental/Life/LTD Insurance
Wellness Programs and Incentives
Tuition Reimbursement and Continuing Education Programs
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Benefit
Defined Benefits Pension Plan Through IPERS
Deferred Compensation Plan
Voluntary Insurance Benefit Options
Longevity Pay

• Supervise the operation, maintenance, and repair of the wastewater pumping stations, wastewater collection systems and storm water conveyance system.  Make routine inspections of wastewater facilities to insure operational staff is properly operating and maintaining equipment.   Review and update operational worksheets and logs for completeness and indicators of potential problems.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable state, federal and local regulations and permits, including safety regulations. Research codes and professional publications.   Network with other industry and government professionals, maintain files, develop programs, and submit monthly and annual reports as required.
• Determine the need for and direct the implementation of education and training programs for all division staff to increase effectiveness and efficiency of operations, including safety related training.  Ensure division staff is provided the required continuing education to maintain current or pursue necessary technical certifications.  Serves on the City Safety Committee as directed.
• Provide technical assistance to the Director and other City Departments including review of public improvement and private development construction plans, site plans, municipal utility upgrades, and subdivisions.
• Advise the Director on personnel matters, operational issues, budgetary items, regulatory compliance issues, plans and specifications for projects, equipment, and facilities.
• Prepare division budget for submittal to Director and monitor expenditures.
• Assists the Supervisor in training, scheduling, disciplinary procedures, evaluation of performance and approving time sheets of division employees, as needed.
• Advise the Director of the development and monitoring of maintenance plans and programs for the Department.
• Assist and instruct operations personnel when determining causes of problems with equipment; when completing more complex tasks; and when completing other than routine projects throughout the wastewater collection system.
• Coordinate and schedule services and repairs performed by outside contractors and ensures work is completed per specifications.  Contacts equipment manufacturer representatives on problem maintenance issues and orders replacement parts and equipment as necessary.
• Prioritize projects, make personnel assignments, and make budget recommendations for staffing and equipment considerations.
• Represent the City of Ankeny on regional wastewater technical committees as assigned.
• Respond to complaints or inquiries from the public as soon as possible.  Ensure all customer service activities are completed professionally and as scheduled.
• Inspect construction sites to help ensure the accuracy of construction activities.
• Assist with supervising the activities of the water section in the absence of the Water Superintendent.
• Maintain the division’s geographic information system (GIS) and WinCan software/data.

Graduation from high school or an equivalent and seven years of increasingly responsible experience involving the operations, repair, and maintenance of wastewater treatment or collection systems and all related appurtenances.  Must possess a Grade IV Wastewater Treatment Operator Certification issued by the State of Iowa; or a Grade IV Collection System Operator Certification issued by the Iowa Water Environment Association (IAWEA).  Shall be required to obtain a Grade I Water Distribution Operator Certification and a Grade I Water Treatment Operator Certification issued by the State of Iowa within 3 years of hire.  Shall maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Iowa and may be required to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) issued by the State of Iowa.

Must have a working knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS).  Possess or be able to obtain PACP Certification within 12 months of hire.

Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with others as well as to assist in the supervision and training of subordinate employees.

• Works in office environment unless called to emergency situations.  Visits work sites of the division, as needed, to provide oversight and guidance.
• Periodically called during off-hours to deal with emergency situations.
• Periodically called during off-hours to deal with citizen concerns.
• Must keep regular and reliable attendance at work.

Salary : $94,975 - $127,456