Assistant Line Maintenance Superintendent (Wastewater) - City

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Assistant Line Maintenance Superintendent (Wastewater) - City

Oklahoma City, OK, United States

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PAY AND FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) STATUS:Pay Range: 520Hourly Rate: $43.55 - $66.59FLSA Status: ExemptThe normal starting pay for this position is the minimum of the pay range listed above. A higher rate of pay may be considered, dependent on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant and/or the City's step placement policy.APPLICATION, HIRING, AND BACKGROUNDWhen completing the application, applicants will be asked to respond to application questions. These application questions are based on the Job Requirements for the position. Completion of the application questions is required. Applicant responses to the application questions must specifically answer the questions asked. Responses to application questions must be supported by work history/information listed on the application/resume, sufficient to demonstrate qualifications for the position. Applicants may upload only two attachments. Attachments may include, but are not limited to a resume, cover letter, DD214 or NGB Form 22, transcripts, etc. Applicants may also choose to combine documents into one file for upload. Applications may not be reviewed if specific responses to application questions have not been provided.Each application submission is reviewed independently. For detailed information about the City's hiring and background processes, check out the: Quick Guide to Hiring and Background ChecksIf you have questions, check out the: Frequently Asked QuestionsTOTAL REWARDSAt the City of Oklahoma City, our Total Rewards package is designed to honor your service, fuel your growth, and support every part of your life. We offer:Competitive payAn average of $22,000 annually contributed toward your benefits and retirementA comprehensive package designed to support your health and wellness, financial security, work-life balance, and personal and professional growth and developmentExplore all the ways we invest in you: City of Oklahoma City Total RewardsPOSITION DESIGNATION This job classification has been designated as a safety sensitive job classification in accordance with the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act, 63 O.S., § 427.1 et seq., (OSCN 2019), effective August 29, 2019. This means employees in this job classification can be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination if they test positive for marijuana components or metabolites, even if they possess a medical marijuana license.DEPARTMENTAL INFORMATIONThe Utilities Department serves over 1.5 million residents within central Oklahoma. The Utilities Department, one of the largest City departments with 836 employees, ten divisions, and an annual budget of $1.4 billion, provides water, wastewater, and solid waste management services. It delivers an average of 100 million gallons of water every day through retail and wholesale service connections. It also has a 50-year contract with the federal government to operate and maintain water and wastewater facilities at Tinker Air Force Base. Line Maintenance is its largest division with 233 employees, who service 4,300 miles of water pipe and 3,300 miles of sewer pipe, with 17,000 work orders annually. The division has two assistant superintendents; one manages water operations, and this position manages wastewater operations. The Utilities Department has talented, committed staff, and engaged leadership and is seeking a forward-thinking, effective leader to be its next Assistant Line Maintenance Superintendent.JOB SUMMARYThis position is located in the Wastewater Section of the Line Maintenance Division of the Utilities Department within the City of Oklahoma City and is under the direction of a division head. The primary purpose of these positions is to assist in the management and supervision of the work divisions. The position will be primarily responsible for providing specialized management or operations support, implementing divisional program functions and policies, coordinating operations activities, and planning major projects. Essential job functions include: assigning, prioritizing, and monitoring work projects; assisting in the preparation and assessment of departmental/divisional budgets and goals and objectives; writing specifications for needed equipment, materials, supplies, services, etc.; reviewing contract bids or proposals to determine the best supplier; reviewing federal, state, and local standards and regulations to ensure compliance with various legal and policy guidelines; monitoring operational expenditures; implementing established productivity improvement measures; analyzing program accomplishments for timeliness and compliance with instructions, procedures, and budgetary limitations; and preparing complex technical reports for submission to the department director, City officials, federal and state agencies, etc. The employee has frequent contact with other City employees, citizens, outside agencies, media, etc., to exchange information or provide technical assistance. The instructions received define program objectives as well as personnel and budgetary limitations. Work is reviewed by a division head for program accomplishments; management effectiveness; and adherence to policies, procedures, and directives.VETERANS PREFERENCEHonorably discharged veterans of the United States Active Duty Armed Forces, National Guard, and Reserve Forces who are not currently employed full-time by the City of Oklahoma City and who meet the qualifications for the position shall be given preference. To receive preference, veterans must submit verification of honorable discharge from the United States military service (Department of Defense Form DD214 or NGB Form 22) prior to the closing date of the vacancy announcement. JOB REQUIREMENTS Knowledge of water and wastewater operations and maintenance.Knowledge of water and wastewater transportation and collection/distribution systems.Knowledge of standard operations and maintenance machinery, materials, and equipment operations.Knowledge of and skill applying local state and federal guidelines and regulations governing water and wastewater operation and maintenance.Skill in applying managerial and administrative principles and practices.Skill in verbal and written communication using tact and diplomacy.Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.Skill in coordinating and supervising activities of professional, administrative, technical, and clerical staff.Ability to evaluate and implement current systems and system improvements.Ability to make work-related decisions.Ability to compile and analyze data.Possession of a valid Oklahoma State Class B Water/Wastewater Works Operator License.Possession of a valid Oklahoma State Class C Collection/Distribution Operator License.Completion of the Utilities University Supervisor training.Possession of a LEAN Green Belt certification.Possession of a valid Driver License (Operator). NOTE: The employee will be required to possess or obtain a valid Class B Water/Wastewater Works Operator License within twelve (12) months of the date of hire/promotion/transfer/demotion. Continued employment is contingent upon obtaining a Class B Water/Wastewater Works Operator License within twelve (12) months from the date of hire/promotion/transfer/demotion. NOTE: The employee will be required to possess or obtain a Class C Collection/Distribution Operator License within twelve (12) months of the date of hire/promotion/transfer/demotion. Continued employment is contingent upon obtaining a Class C Collection/Distribution Operator License within twelve (12) months from the date of hire/promotion/transfer/ demotion. NOTE: If the employee has not completed the Utilities University Supervisor training, they will be required to complete the Utilities University Supervisor training within three (3) years of the date of hire/promotion/transfer/demotion. Continued employment is contingent upon completion of the Utilities University Supervisor training within three (3) years from the date of hire/promotion/transfer/demotion. NOTE: The employee will be required to possess or obtain a valid LEAN Green Belt certification within twelve (12) months of the date of hire/promotion/transfer/demotion. Continued employment is contingent upon obtaining a LEAN Green Belt certification within twelve (12) months from the date of hire/promotion/transfer/demotion. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSPossession of a bachelor's degree or higher in Environmental Science, Construction Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related technical field; and three (3) years of progressively responsible technical experience in construction management and public utilities (water or wastewater) operations, including three (3) years of progressively responsible management experience, OR:Possession of an associate's degree or higher or completion of 64 semester credit hours toward a college degree; and seven (7) years of progressively responsible technical experience in construction management and public utilities (water or wastewater) operations, including five (5) years of progressively responsible management experience, OR:A minimum of nine (9) years of progressively responsible technical experience in construction management and public utilities (water or wastewater) operations, including five (5) years of progressively responsible management experience.Experience in workforce management and supervising a large, diverse, and unionized workforce.Skill in evaluating and monitoring operational performance; planning, designing, and implementing system improvements; and proficiency using computerized work management systems, Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint), and ESRI GIS.COMPETENCIESOne City, One Team (Teamwork/Team Oriented) (1) Recognizes, value