System Operations Supervisor

20250097 System Operations Supervisor

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

MUST APPLY ONLINE AT LONGMONTCOLORADO.GOV/JOBS

Department: Water & Waste Services

Division: Water & Wastewater Engineering & Operations

Hiring Range: $8,087 - $8,985/month

Monday – Friday, occasional nights, weekends. Participate in a rotating on-call schedule.

Regular Full-time with Benefits

Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending, Defined Benefit Pension Plan, 401(a) Money Purchase Plan, Life & Survivor, Term Life & AD&D, Long Term Disability, Bereavement, Jury & Witness Duty, FMLA, Military Leave, Parental and Caregiver Leave, Sick, Vacation at start of employment, Holiday pay, EAP, Tuition Assistance.

Other benefits: Optional, employee elected, voluntary benefits are available.

Open Until Filled positions may close without advance notice. To be considered, please apply as soon as possible.

Definition:

Perform a variety of technical services related to operating and maintaining the City’s water, sewer, and storm utilities with an emphasis on water quality and regulatory compliance. This position provides primary support to snow and ice removal operations.

Principal Duties:

This is a highly skilled technical position responsible for organizing and coordinating the operation, maintenance and regulatory compliance activities within the City’s water distribution, collection and storm water utilities. Employees working in supervisory positions are expected to directly support the Department’s strategy, goals and priorities. They are also expected to continue developing non-technical competencies such as verbal and written communication, mentoring and leadership, and collaboration skills.

· Supervise the operation and maintenance of the City’s distribution, collection and storm water systems (Systems). Supervise direct staff, and assist Manager in operation and maintenance activities to ensure that Systems and associated facilities meet all State and Federal regulatory requirements and that City policies are appropriately implemented. This includes fulfilling the role of Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC).

· Develop compliance strategies and procedures to ensure compliance. Lead the City’s regulatory inspection process by planning in advance of inspections and meeting with CDPE personnel during inspections.

· Monitor the operations of the Systems using laboratory, maintenance, and operational reports. Ensure that all plant activities are properly documented. Confer with operators, mechanics, and supervisors regarding process control and maintenance issues.

· Provide input to other supervisors so that preventive, routine and corrective maintenance activities are identified and completed by maintenance and operations staff.

· Utilize Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system to collect and analyze operating data, and monitor and control Systems. Provide input to the Instrumentation & Control program regarding SCADA needs in the water distribution, collection and drainage systems

· Utilize Maintenance Management systems to manage and report maintenance activities.

· Assist Manager with preparing related reports for submission to State, and Federal agencies.

· Establish and implement policies and procedures in cooperation with Manager. Ensure that department and City policies and procedures are being followed.

· Provide input/feedback to Manager regarding the development and implementation of long-term plans and goals to improve treatment and operational efficiency.

· Supervise, train and evaluate staff. Recommend and participate in recruitment and selection. Evaluate performance and recommend/implement appropriate personnel actions. Schedule, assign and track staff activities and work completion. Prepare summary reports on staff activities, costs of operation, etc. as required. Provide technical training to staff and assist staff in identifying and obtaining outside training. Communicate Department and City policies, goals and procedures to staff.

· Ensure that staff follows applicable safety policies and procedures and that work is done in accordance with all local, state or national safety codes and requirements.

· Ensure compliance with all current and applicable System operation regulations. Maintain knowledge of current and pending regulatory issues and changes in regulations. Work with Manager to interpret regulations and take necessary actions to maintain compliance. Work with staff and higher level managers to plan for new and proposed regulatory requirements. Confer with Water Quality Lab to ensure that water quality monitoring program is conducted in compliance with all applicable regulations.

· Work with Manager to provide technical assistance to and assist in coordinating the activities of consultants, contractors and department engineering staff. Review and assist in the development of plans and specifications for construction projects and equipment.

· Work with Manager to respond to and resolve citizen and customer complaints and issues, and notify major customers of system related water quality changes.

· Attend and participate in professional seminars and conferences to stay abreast of current practices, trends and innovations in the field of water treatment. Obtain required training to maintain licenses and certifications.

· Supervise and participate in the training of operation and maintenance personnel including the higher level positions of Water Utility Technician Lead, Operations Support Specialist, and Operations and Maintenance Lead positions.

· Build alliances, foster effective teamwork and build constructive relationships within and between individuals and other work groups. Coordinate activities with other City departments, divisions and outside agencies.

· Train, develop, guide and mentor employees toward improved performance in a manner consistent with City values and expectations.

Working Environment:

Work is performed indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions and requires 24-hour availability. Work requires sitting (3-4 hours), driving and the ability to hear, speak, and write. Must be able to use fingers. Occasional moderate lifting and carrying (up to 49 lbs.), pulling, pushing, reaching, walking, standing, climbing, crawling, bending/stooping. Requires reading, reasoning, multiple concurrent tasks, confidentiality and stress, problem solving, verbal and written communication. Occasional detail work, math, customer contact, and constant interruptions. Occasional exposure to constant noise, dust, exposure to sun, slippery/uneven walking surfaces, working around machinery and moving vehicles, operating business machines, irregular/protracted work hours, and working alone. Requires physical abilities of a Water Utility Technician.

Qualifications:

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to an Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in water treatment, water distribution, wastewater collection, storm water, engineering, environmental sciences, or related field and at least seven years of experience in water/wastewater systems operations, including demonstrated leadership ability and supervisory experience. Three or more years of progressively responsible experience in distribution and collection activities. Supervisory experience is desirable, or demonstrated skills/training in supervision. Special Qualifications: The candidate for this position must be able to meet the physical requirements necessary to do the job. Valid Colorado Driver's License. Possession of Water Distribution Class IV Certificate. Wastewater Collection Class IV Certificate or ability to obtain within two testing cycles.

We’re committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. The City may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications, and encourages all candidates to apply and help us achieve our goal of creating an inclusive and equitable workplace.

Selection

The selection process will include complete job description review, personal interview, physical abilities testing, background investigation, criminal background check, and substance screening.

DEADLINE: Open Until Filled

An ONLINE APPLICATION is required. This job is Open Until Filled. The online application process is available for this position on our website at www.longmontcolorado.gov/jobs. Resumes will be accepted in lieu of the full City Application; however, they must be submitted via the City application site for consideration. Open Until Filled positions may close without advance notice. To be considered, please apply as soon as possible. For more information, call (303) 651-8609.

The City of Longmont is an equal opportunity employer. The City affirms its commitment to diversity and to complying with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding nondiscrimination in employment. The City will not discriminate against any person in recruiting, examining, appointing, hiring, training, placement, termination, layoffs, recall, transfer, leave of absence, promoting, compensating, retaining, disciplining, or any other personnel action on the basis of age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law, except when any of these categories constitutes a bona fide occupational qualification (i.e., an actual qualification for performing a job). If you need special assistance in the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department in advance to make arrangements.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

ALL CITY OF LONGMONT FACILITIES ARE SMOKE FREE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $8,087.00 - $8,985.00 per month

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $8,087 - $8,985