Assistant Water Systems Manager

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Nature of Work
Number of positions open: 2
One position will be located at the Lake Michigan Filtration Plant in West Olive, MI and the other will be located at 1900 Oak Industrial Dr NE, Grand Rapids, MI. 

The purpose of this job is to assist the Water System Manager in direct oversight of each of the divisions in the Water System.  Performs work pertaining to capital budgets for Water System Infrastructure and operational budgets for each division in the Water System.  Performs work pertaining to policy and rate setting programs for the Water System. Develops and modifies policies with respect to the Grand Rapids Water System Rules and Regulations.
 

Minimum Training and Experience
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree or associate degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Water Resources, Public Administration or a related field
At least five (5) years of administrative experience in public water treatment operation and maintenance. Prefer experience in community water supply with oversight of business operations, water treatment, distribution operation/maintenance, and/or engineering/planning.
Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities
Required Licenses or Certifications
State of Michigan Drinking Water Operator License (S-1 or F-1)
Other Necessary Qualifications
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Provides senior level staff oversight, leadership and management of Water System in absence of Water System Manager
Provides senior level project oversight and management
Assists the Manager in providing direct supervision of the Division Heads that oversee Utility Field Operations, Water Distribution Operations, Utility Engineering, the Lake Michigan Filtration Plant, and the Utility Business Office
Manages assets, capital projects and provides short- and long-term operational planning; uses reports and data from staff and technical programs to plan future improvements
Plans and monitors Capital and Operational Budget for all operational divisions in the Water System
Develops rates and policies and promotes interagency coordination
Interacts with the Executive Office and Elected Officials to assist in the resolution of customer and construction items
Keeps abreast of new technologies and advances in the Water Utility area in order to assist the Manager in leading change and transformation efforts relative to continuous improvement
Assists in the development and submittal of grant applications
Stays abreast of regulatory changes and leads regulatory compliance programs
Performs related work as required
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
 Knowledge of:
 
English grammar, spelling, punctuation
Principles and practices of basic bookkeeping
Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment
Regulatory, construction and code standards
Water system infrastructure and operations
Engineering problem solving and hydraulic principles
Construction and safety practices associated with water and wastewater facility and underground construction
State, federal and local regulations
Hydraulic, electrical and mechanical operations
Operational costs and tracking
Organizational benchmarking and operational performance metrics
Codes, laws and ordinances required for public water distribution
Internal rules and application
Skill in:
 
Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships
Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios
Assigning, prioritizing, monitoring, and reviewing work assignments
Leadership and decision-making
Problem solving and conflict resolution
Strategic planning and asset management
Organization and communication
Risk assessment
Technology and cutting-edge IT programs
Creative thinking
Diplomacy and compromise
Ability to:
 
Meet schedules and deadlines of the work
Understand and carry out oral and written directions
Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
Develop and stay within budgetary constraints
Vision desired project outcomes
Understand planning tools