WATER UTILITIES ASSISTANT DIRECTOR - ADMINISTRATION (WATER UTILITIES)

Remote, USA Full-time Posted 2025-07-06
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Position will be open until filled. GENERAL PURPOSE: Under general supervision, directs the administrative functions of the Water Utilities Department through effective staff management and resource allocation; ensures the Water Utilities Department services are provided in alignment with the City's goals and objectives, and in compliance with state and Federal regulations. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: ? Organizes, directs and evaluates Water Utilities Department programs, staff and operations, including customer service, conservation, and special projects; monitors Department operations to identify and resolve problems; coordinates directly with Water Utilities Assistant Director - Operation to align mission, workload, and planning to meet the City's goals and objectives in compliance with state and Federal requirements. ? Special projects include, but not limited to, EPA's Lead and Copper Rule, AMI meter reading system, and TCEQ programs. ? Meets regularly with staff to discuss and resolve workload and technical issues; plans, prioritizes and assigns tasks and projects; monitors work, develops staff skills, and evaluates performance. ? Provides leadership, direction and guidance in administrative priorities; develops and maintains water system modeling, evaluates department capital improvement plans, master plans, and operational plans, and recommends priorities and resource allocations. ? Prepares and manages budgets and monitors expenditures; prepares special and recurring operational reports; recommends and implements changes to existing policies. ? Coordinates Department functions, and ensures department programs and projects meet scope, schedule, cost and quality requirements; interprets concerns, defines desired results, develops solutions, and recommends priorities of programs and projects. ? Coordinates with Public Works divisions regarding development, revitalization, and rehabilitation projects. ? Manages a variety of administrative activities including computer records management, personnel issues, payroll reporting, and work activity reports. ? Ensures effective communications; interprets and explains Federal and state rules and regulations; evaluates and analyzes policies and procedures, and recommends solutions; ensures Water Utilities Department activities are in compliance with all laws, policies, regulations and safety standards. ? Serves as a liaison between various regional organizations and state and Federal agencies to coordinate projects and resolve technical and operational issues. ? Analyzes Department financial and resource information; develops and manages budgets and expenditures; reviews and approves administrative, technical and analytical reports. ? Regular and timely attendance is required. ? Other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or Business Administration, and five years' work experience in public sector utilities and civil engineering; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Required Licenses or Certifications: ? A Texas Driver License with a good driving record is required. ? Applicants with an out-of-state driver license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure. ? Professional Engineer license with Texas Board of Professional Engineers preferred. ? License for water and wastewater from Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) preferred; additional specific technical certifications may be required. Required Knowledge of: ? City organization, operations, policies and procedures. ? Fundamentals of civil engineering, mathematics and physics. ? Methods and practices for engineering planning studies and specifications for civil engineering and water & wastewater projects. ? Laws, regulations and standards relating to civil engineering construction projects. ? Principles and practices of water & wastewater facilities and equipment maintenance and repair. ? Principles of design, construction and maintenance of public works projects. ? Principles and practices of government project management and methods of evaluating construction contract compliance. ? Principles and practices of administrative management, including personnel rules, cost accounting, budgeting, procurement, contract management, and employee supervision. Required Skill in: ? Analyzing infrastructure and engineering issues, evaluating alternatives, and developing logical recommendations based on findings. ? Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines. ? Interpreting and applying technical standards and procedures, Federal and state rules and regulations, and City policies and procedures. ? Developing and implementing procedures for cost effective management of allocated resources. ? Application of engineering theory to complex operational activities. ? Preparing reports and checking designs, details, plans, and specifications of engineering projects. ? Interpreting technical instructions and analyzing complex variables. ? Supervising staff, delegating tasks and authority, and evaluating staff performance. ? Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands. ? Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with City employees, officials, and representatives from other local, state and Federal agencies. ? Operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of business software. ? Effective verbal and written communications. Physical Demands / Work Environment: ? Work is performed in a standard office environment. Job postings may be withdrawn at any time at direction of the City Manager.

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