HOUSTON WATER OPERATIONS SECTION CHIEF

POSITION OVERVIEW

• Leads the daily operations of multiple groundwater treatment plants and surface water repump stations.
• Coordinates Houston Water operational services, facilities, and related activities.
• Assigns work to subordinate personnel.
• Coordinates with supervisors and managers from other drinking water facilities to ensure all regulatory and operational needs are met.
• Monitors work assignments for accuracy and adherence to pertinent regulatory/legal, technical, contractual, and procedural guidelines.
• Responds to citizens' complaints and inquiries; gives technical or procedural advice to personnel concerning special or unique issues; interprets policy, procedure and legal/regulatory requirements for employees and citizens.
• Compiles reports and maintains records of delivered services, clients served, and procedures/processes completed.
• Maintains files on fiscal and legally mandated matters and reports compliance with or progress toward Houston Water performance measures.
• Coordinates activities within section, other sections, and service lines of Houston Public Works, and cooperates with relevant agencies or committees.
• Maintains current knowledge of technological advances, changes in statutes/regulations, and impact of long-range planning objectives.
• Analyzes methods and operations and recommends improvements.
• Represents the section at legal proceedings, committees, and before relevant agencies.
• Assists in the preparation of the annual operating budget.
• Makes recommendations for capital improvements of facilities.
• Ensures personnel receive appropriate safety training and supplies.
• Interviews and recommends selection of new employees, conducts performance appraisals, recommends disciplinary and/or performance counseling as appropriate, and ensures consistent application of personnel policies and procedures.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a high school diploma or a GED certificate.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Five years of experience closely related to the activities of the section are required.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Requires a valid Texas Class "B" Groundwater Operator's certificate appropriate to position location, i.e. surface water, groundwater, maintenance

Class "A" Wastewater certificate may be required.

May require a valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to the candidate with Class “A” water license.

**Preference shall also be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None
However, the department may administer a skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: YES
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE 22

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-6032.

If you need special services or accommodations 832-393-6032 (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.