Division Manager, Austin Water Operations & Maintenance

Austin, TX

Posting Title

Job Requisition Number COA092234

Position Number 109152

Job Type Full-Time

Division Name AW Distribution System Service

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a relevant field of study, plus six (6) years of progressively responsible experience related to the activities of the division, including three (3) years of experience which were in a supervisory or management capacity.
Experience may substitute for the education up to the maximum of four (4) years.
Laboratory Services Division Manager: (NELAP standards require)
Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in microbiology, biology, chemistry, environmental sciences, physical sciences, or engineering with a minimum of sixteen (16) college semester credit hours in general microbiology and biology, plus six (6) years of progressively responsible experience related to the activities of the division, including three (3) years of experience which must be in a supervisory or management capacity
OR
Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in chemical, environmental, biological, or physical sciences, or engineering with a minimum of twenty-four (24) semester hours in chemistry, plus six (6) years of progressively responsible experience related to the activities of the division, including three (3) years of experience which must be in a supervisory or management capacity.
Graduation with a Master’s or Doctoral degree in one of the above disciplines may be substituted for one (1) year of experience.
Experience cannot be substituted for education.

Licenses or Certifications:

Water treatment, water distribution, metering division managers: TCEQ Class “A” Water license.
A Texas Professional Engineer (PE) License may be substituted for a Class “A” TCEQ License; or if currently licensed in another state, the ability to obtain a Texas PE License within six (6) months of employment.

Notes to Applicants

Position Overview:

The Division Manager for the AW Distribution System Service division will be responsible for the strategic plan for the division and managing day-to-day operations to include resource planning, fiscal management, implementing quality controls, and managing both direct & indirect reports with the full range of supervisory duties. This position will oversee water distribution system activities including operations of water valves, field investigations, emergency response, leak detection, and water and wastewater line locating.

Working with Austin Water provides a number of benefits including medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information.

Technical Licensure:

This position requires employees to hold and maintain a Class “A” Water License from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) at time of hire. TCEQ may restrict granting an occupational license to individuals with certain criminal convictions. To review TCEQ’s criminal conviction guidelines, go online to TCEQ.

When completing the City of Austin employment application:

Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job title and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered.
A resume is required but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please include contact information from previous employers.
A cover letter is also required. In the cover letter candidates should describe, in concise detail, their interest in this position and highlight any prior experience that is relevant to this position.

If you are selected as a top candidate:

Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED, undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution and proof of your professional licenses or certifications
If you are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.
A criminal background investigation is required.

Secondary Employment:

All Austin Water employees are prohibited from accepting or engaging in any secondary employment that might conflict or interfere with an employee’s duty and responsibility to the Department.
Austin Water must review all secondary employment.
Employees are required to submit a Secondary Employment Application for review and approval upon being hired with Austin Water, as well as current Austin Water employees considering secondary employment.

Driving Requirement:

If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

Effective October 1, 2014, all Austin Water worksite locations are tobacco-free.

Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any AW worksite – including construction sites, parking lot, garage or in any personal vehicle located on the premises.

Pay Range$41.70 – $54.21Hours7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Monday – Friday. Additional hours may be required based on business need.Job Close Date08/21/2024Type of PostingExternalDepartmentAustin Water UtilityRegular/TemporaryRegularGrant Funded or Pooled PositionNot ApplicableCategoryProfessionalLocationGlen Bell, 3907 S Industrial Drive, 78744Preferred QualificationsManagement experience in developing a strategic plan for a division and managing day-to-day operations to meet division goals such as schedule and resource planning, fiscal management and budgeting, and implementing quality controls
Experience in responding to water emergencies, assess criticality, and determining corrective action
Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) such as IPS, EAM, Maximo, etc., or other similar systems
Ability to travel to more than one work location

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Develops, executes, and evaluates strategic short-range and long-range plans and criteria for a variety of projects, programs, and division activities.
Coordinates facility, process, and project activities within the division, between other Utility divisions and City departments, and with outside consultants, engineers, associations, regulatory agencies, neighborhood associations, and the general public.
Evaluates programs for effectiveness and accomplishment of goals.
Generates and analyzes data to discern patterns, discrepancies, and opportunities for process improvements.
Prepares, consolidates, and monitors division-wide budget based on budgets for plants, laboratories, and treatment infrastructure.
Contributes to writing specifications for requests for proposal (RFPs) or requests for quotes (RFQs), evaluates bid proposals, and recommends or approves contractor selection.
Develops, reviews, revises, and approves procedures and specifications for plant, field, or laboratory operations; equipment; and technical instrumentation; analytical testing procedures; quality control programs; safety programs; and training programs.
Interprets, explains, and ensures compliance with applicable policies, procedures, ordinances, and Federal and State regulations.
Facilitates, conducts, and attends meetings and represents the division, department, and City.
Provides technical advice and assistance to internal and external customers.

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

Performs the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.

Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesMust possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

Knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws.
Knowledge of city practice, policy and procedures.
Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
Skill in using computers and related software.
Skill in planning and organizing.
Ability to manage projects, develop and execute project timelines, delegate tasks, and evaluate progress from start up to completion of projects.
Ability to resolve problems or situations that require exercising tact, diplomacy, and sound judgment.
Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
Ability to make public presentations.
Ability to meet and maintain driver eligibility detailed in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program.

Criminal Background Investigation

This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADACity of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.