Wastewater Operations Supervisor at Orange Water and Sewer Authority

Our team seeks a dynamic and enthusiastic Operations Supervisor to lead our Mason Farm Wastewater Treatment Plant Operations Team.  OWASA is a leader in the utility industry; the Wastewater Treatment Plant is a Grade IV facility with a reclaim water distribution system. 

Key Responsibilities include: 

• Leading the wastewater treatment plant operations staff to fulfill the mission and goals of OWASA while ensuring employee safety and providing high-quality effluent discharge.
• Providing supervision, development, and coaching to a staff of eight (8) employees; ensuring performance expectations are met.
• Ensuring work quality align with the established policies and procedures. 
• Making process control decisions by monitoring and recognizing operational needs.
• Monitoring and controlling plant processes via the computerized SCADA system.
• Maintaining compliance with local, state, and federal regulations including preparing and maintaining a variety of required reports.
• Acting as the Operator-In-Responsible-charge (ORC) for the wastewater treatment plant.
• Maintaining good relationships with community neighbors and continuing our strong partnership with stakeholders.

Successful candidates should have:

• At least four years’ experience in wastewater treatment (or similar environment) with at one year in supervisory role; high school diploma or GED plus specialized training equal to two years of college/associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to obtain and maintain a North Carolina Water Pollution Control System Operators Grade IV Certification and a driver’s license issued by the State of North Carolina. 
• Ability to maintain requirements of a safety sensitive position (cleared to wear a full-face respirator, complete HAZWOPER training, etc.); and meet the physical requirements that include frequently exerting up to 50 pounds and walking/standing often.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills. A service-oriented attitude, professionalism, and a passion to foster a diverse and inclusive work environment are necessary.

Team members are our most important resource. Benefits include

• Membership in the NC Local Government Employee Retirement System; 5% Employer 457 Deferred Compensation contribution; Retirement Health Savings account
• Employer paid Health, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Dependent Life, Long-term Disability 
• Vacation, Sick, Personal, Bereavement and Parental Leave; 12 Paid Holidays 
• Educational Reimbursement: Bonus Pay for Additional Certifications and/or Education  
• Cell Phone Stipend
• Ability to transfer unused sick leave from preceding NC Local Government or State agency employer 
• Much, much more!

OWASA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to continuous improvement, sustainability, creativity, diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. Visit www.owasa.org to apply for this excellent opportunity. This recruitment will close on January 28, 2025. Come join our awesome team full of great people. OWASA provides competitive pay and benefits in a safe, rewarding work environment.