Superintendent, Wastewater Treatment Plant - City of Havre de Grace

Job Description

DEFINITION: 

Reporting directly to the Director of Public Works, serves as the Manager of Waste Water and as such, supervises, directs, and oversees all work performed by employees assigned to the Waste Water Treatment  Plant. Ensures continuity and compliance of Waste Water Treatment Plant operations 24 hours per day. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/JOB TASKS: (Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable  individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions) 

1. Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules, assigns work and expedites work flow 

2. Issues oral and written instructions, and ensures work produced is of an acceptable level of quality and quantity 

3. Studies work methods and identifies opportunities for increased efficiency; implementing new processes as appropriate 

4. Ensures the full range of personnel management tasks are performed to include matters related to grievances and constructive disciplineperformance appraisals, recognition and training 

5. Prepares budget requests and administers the adopted budget in assigned area 

6. Prepares and submits all required reports of operation including those to Local, State, and Federal entities 

7. Professionally handles citizen complaints or suggestions which relate to the plant's mission 

8. Ensures that all necessary materials, supplies and equipment are on hand in order to complete the mission 

9. Advises subordinates and city officials of the status of the program and operations 

10. Participates in the development of a capital improvement plan as required 

11. Assists with the work necessary for the plant to keep its National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit 

12. Develops and submits monthly reports of plant performance to the Maryland Department of the  Environment and applicable regulatory agencies.

13. Performs other duties as assigned

OTHER RELATED FACTORS: 

∙ Work exposes incumbent to foul odors and various chemicals used in waste water treatment ∙ Must use respiratory protection devices and other proper protective equipment 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

∙ Ability to communicate orally and in writing 

∙ Ability to walk and stand and occasionally stoop, kneel and crawl 

∙ Must be able to lift/move loads weighing up to ten pounds and with assistance loads weighing up  to 50 pounds 

∙ Ability to work as a member of a team 

∙ Ability to pass pre-employment and annual physical examinations 

∙ Ability to effectively lead and manage people 

∙ Ability to use a personal computer and standard office equipment 

∙ A working knowledge of equipment, facilities and a working knowledge of laboratory procedures and practices 

Education and Experience: 

∙ A High School Diploma or GED equivalent and technical training or experience in Biology, Environmental Science, Chemistry or closely related fields; and several years of experience in  water utility. Any equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable 

∙ Possession of a Maryland State Plant Operators License (5A). Willing to obtain a water treatment license.

∙ Experience managing people/processes and directing daily work activities 

Company Description

Havre de Grace is a city in Harford County, Maryland, situated at the mouth of the Susquehanna River and the head of the Chesapeake Bay. Havre de Grace's location makes it popular for recreation and tourism, and the City was honored as one of America's 20 best small towns to visit in 2014 by Smithsonian magazine.

The City of Havre de Grace, Maryland, is always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team. If you think you are ready to be a part of an exciting team, then we encourage you to continue with this applicant friendly, online application!

The City of Havre de Grace, Maryland, is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

Benefits

• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Company-paid Short and long-term disability insurance
• Company-paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Pension Plan
• Personal time
• Sick Time
• Vacation time
• Vision Insurance
• Voluntary life, AD&D, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance