Water Reclamation Manager

Salary : $144,164.80 - $175,240.00 Annually
Location : CA, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 06-03-2024
Department: Wastewater Maintenance
Opening Date: 03/06/2024
Closing Date: 4/1/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
The Water Reclamation Manager is a key member of the District's Water Reclamation team. The Water Reclamation Manager will sup-port the Director of Engineering and Operations in a variety of technical, administrative, and professional capacities. Successful performance of the work requires wastewater collection system and treatment plant expertise along with related facilities including the operation and ongoing maintenance of the wastewater treatment facilities, knowledge of applicable laws, regulations and District policies, the ability to develop, oversee and implement long-range planning activities and programs of the wastewater treatment facilities. The Water Reclamation Manager will be accountable for conducting departmental planning and accomplishing goals and objectives in an effort to further the District's vision. The Water Reclamation Manager is an exempt, senior management position.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The District is seeking a team-oriented individual with a broad range of experience in the management and operation of Water Reclamation facilities. The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated person with the ability to manage a team of operators and maintenance staff, and develop procedures and work standards.
THE DISTRICT
East Valley Water District was incorporated in 1954 under County Water District Laws. We provide water and sanitary sewer services to the City of Highland and the eastern portions of the City of San Bernardino, with a service population of approximately 108,000.
The District is a performance based organization that delivers results. Recently online, the Sterling Natural Resource Center (SNRC) is a state-of-the-art facility in Highland that provides a sustainable new water supply to the region. Capable of recycling up to 8 million gallons a day, the SNRC will recharge the local Bunker Hill Groundwater Basin, produce renewable electricity, and create new opportunities for the surrounding community.
At the SNRC, the District employs advanced treatment processes such as membrane biological reactors and UV disinfection to ensure the highest standards of water quality. Additionally, the District is pioneering sustainable practices by incorporating imported high-strength organics, such as food waste, for co-digestion, leading to the generation of 3.0 MW of power.
East Valley Water District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
VISION
Enhance and preserve the quality of life for our community through innovative leadership and world class public service.
CORE VALUES
LEADERSHIP - Motivating a group of people to act towards achieving a common goal or destinationPARTNERSHIP - Developing relationships between wide range of groups and individuals through collaboration and shared responsibilitySTEWARDSHIP - Embracing the responsibility of enhancing and protecting resources considered worth caring for and preserving
AWARD WINNING TEAM
• 2023 Top Workplaces Award - The Inland News Group in Small Company Category
• 2022 Excellence Award for Budgeting by the California Society of Municipal Finance Officers
• 2023 Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the 2022/23 Fiscal Budget by Government Finance Officers Association
• 2021 Transparency Certificate of Excellence Award by the Special District Leadership Foundation
• 2023 Polaris Award of Excellence for the 2022 Consumer Confidence Report by the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA)
• 2023 Capella Award of Distinction for the SNRC's Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Campaign by the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA)
• 2023 Platinum Award for the Sterling Natural Resource Center Visitor's Guide by Marcom Award
DEFINITION
Under general direction, plans, organizes, oversees, and provides direction for the programs and activities of the wastewater collection system & treatment plant along with related facilities including the operation and ongoing maintenance; ensures that functions meet all applicable laws, regulations, and District policies; administers current and long-range planning activities; provides highly complex and responsible administrative and professional support to the Director of Engineering and Operations in areas of expertise; and performs related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general direction from the Director of Engineering and Operations. Exercises direct and general supervision over wastewater treatment plant and collection staff.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is a management-level classification responsible for planning, organizing, and managing the staff, operations, and activities of the wastewater treatment plant, collection system and facilities. Incumbents are responsible for performing diverse, specialized, and complex work involving significant accountability and decision-making responsibilities, which include budget administration, program evaluation, and recommendation and implementation of policies, procedures, goals, objectives, priorities, and standards related to the wastewater operations. Incumbents serve as a resource for organizational, managerial, and operational analyses and studies. Performance of the work requires the use of considerable independence, initiative, and discretion within broad guidelines.
Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills
EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Designated as Chief Plant Operator pursuant to regulation (Section 3671(h), Title 23, California Code of Regulations), with responsibility for the overall operation of a plant and achievement of the goals of any District Certification Program, and authority to sign Operator applications for grade I through V certificates and applications for Operator in Training (OIT) certificates; serves as the District Representative for inspections and interaction with the California Regional Water Quality Control Board.
• Develops and directs the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the wastewater treatment plant and related facilities.
• Oversees and manages the source control program including inspections, violation assessments and reporting.
• Prepares, administers, and is responsible for assigned budget; forecasts additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; administers the approved budget.
• Plans, organizes, administers, reviews, and evaluates the work of assigned staff.
• Provides for the selection, training, professional development, and work evaluation of assigned staff; implements or authorizes progressive discipline procedures as required; and provides policy guidance and interpretation to staff.
• Responds to customer correspondence and provides information to internal and external customers.
• Develops, reviews, and implements policies, procedures, and practices to meet legal requirements and District needs; continuously monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; assesses and monitors the distribution of work, support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities for improvement; directs the implementation of change.
• Coordinates activities of the waste water treatment plant and collection system with those of other District divisions, departments, and outside agencies.
• Directs, oversees, and develops the work plan for the assigned areas of responsibility; prepares various staff reports on operations and activities.
• Prioritizes and allocates available resources; reviews and evaluates program and service delivery, makes recommendations for improvement, and ensures effective service provision.
• Participates in and provides input for the District's capital improvement program, including assisting with determining facility construction and upgrade needs and providing project oversight and inspection as required.
• Prepares and directs the preparation of a variety of written correspondence, reports, procedures, and other written materials.
• Maintains and directs the maintenance of working and official departmental files.
• Develops and coordinated the required maintenance activities for the treatment plant, include routine work order planning, verification, reporting and analysis and coordinates with third party maintenance providers to perform large scale maintenance activities.
• Monitors changes in laws, regulations, and technology that may affect plant operations; and implements policy and procedural changes as required.
• Provides technical advice to the District's management and the Board of Directors in areas of expertise.
• Coordinates the transport and storage of hazardous chemicals and gases.
• Performs periodic inspections of all phases of the wastewater treatment process to ensure balanced and proper operation of all systems; recommends alterations and changes in operating procedures as necessary.
• Confers with and represents the department and the District in meetings with members of the Board of Directors, various governmental agencies, developers, contractors, business, and industrial groups and the public.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications & Requirements
KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Theory and practice of wastewater conveyance and treatment and of machines, equipment, and material used in such treatment.
• Chemical and physical processes involved in methods of wastewater treatment and solids disposal.
• Membrane biological reactor treatment methods, equipment, and associated process variables.
• Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment review and evaluation, discipline, and the training of staff in work procedures.
• Principles and practices of leadership.
• Organization and management practices as applied to the development, analysis, and evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs of the assigned area of responsibility.
• Principles and practices of budget development, administration, and accountability.
• Principles, practices, equipment, material and tools used in the operation, cleaning, and preventive maintenance of wastewater treatment and disposal facilities and equipment.
• The operation and preventive maintenance of piping systems, including pipes, valves, and related appurtenances.
• Fundamental operations of a wastewater laboratory at a level sufficient to conduct chemical and physical tests of wastewater, sludge, and related materials.
• Principles and techniques of capital improvement construction, inspection, funding, and long-term maintenance.
• Practices of researching program issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting effective staff reports.
• Applicable federal and state, and local laws, regulations, codes, policies, and procedures.
• Recordkeeping principles and procedures.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and District staff.
• The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination.
• Computers and software programs (e.g., Microsoft software packages) to conduct, compile, and/or generate documentation.

ABILITY TO:

• Select and supervise staff, provide training and development opportunities, ensure work is performed effectively, and evaluate performance in an objective and positive manner.
• Plan, schedule, and direct the maintenance and repair of wastewater treatment systems and related wastewater facilities.
• Provide administrative, management, and professional leadership for the wastewater treatment and disposal facilities operations, maintenance, and repair programs.
• Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards, and internal controls for the area of assignment.
• Prepare and administer budgets; allocate limited resources in a cost-effective manner.
• Effectively represent the department and the District in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, various business, professional, and regulatory organizations; and in meetings with individuals.
• Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques.
• Conduct complex research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports.
• Analyze, interpret, summarize, and present administrative and technical information and data in an effective manner.
• Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials.
• Make accurate arithmetic, financial, and statistical computations.
• Respond effectively to emergency situations as they arise.
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is ...