General Statement
With nominal direction from the Director of Water Utilities, the Assistant Director will oversee various aspects of Water and Wastewater operations, including Plan Review, Capital Projects, Customer Service, regulatory compliance, and employee management. Key duties involve managing the Plan Review Team, Water and Wastewater Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) as assigned by the Director, budget planning, Departmental Liaison with Planning and Development Services, and collaborating with other departments to maintain a reliable water system.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop and implement capital improvement plans for water infrastructure upgrades.
- Manage construction projects, including contractor oversight and budget monitoring.
- Review and approve engineering designs for new water lines and facilities and new developments.
- Prepare financial reports and presentations for the city council.
- Provide assistance with current and long-range planning activities related to Water Utilities.
- Analyze division operations and recommend effective and achievable predictive/preventative maintenance programs as appropriate.
- Comply with all federal, state, city, county, local, permit, and/or contractual requirements for water and wastewater operations.
- Attend City Council meetings as needed
- Prepare monthly reports of projects and activities as requested by the Water Utilities Director, City Manager, Assistant City Manager, or city leadership.
- Provide customer resolution regarding complaints concerning programs, activities, or operations at the Water Utility.
- Serve on boards and committees as assigned or appointed; represent the City at professional meetings, workshops, regulatory proceedings; deliver presentations.
- Oversees, coordinates, and administers assigned departmental projects and programs:
- Review project plans and specifications for water/wastewater/reclaimed water projects.
- Prepare/review project proposals, reports, and summaries.
- Conducts site inspections; monitors for compliance with project specifications as required.
- Plan, prioritize, and implement departmental programs.
- Assign, supervise, and evaluate project and program activities.
- Prepare reports and analysis on work related topics.
- Interfaces with Federal and State agencies on system inspections, notices of violation, resilience planning, water rights actions, protests of TPDES permit filings, CCN amendments and exchanges, and other regulatory affairs.
- Secondary contact with firms and administrators for professional services contracts for services related to the above (legal, engineering, or other contracts) for the division.
- Provide testimony/participate at TCEQ, PUC, SOAH, or other hearings or proceedings.
- Review all departmental programs and policies to ensure that desired service levels are provided to the citizens of Kyle and non-citizens within the City of Kyle.
- Assist the Water Utility Director in the preparation and administration of the departmental budget; monitors funds; compiles financial reports; communicates with employees.
- Provide leadership, guidance, and training to staff.
- Communicate departmental policies, procedures, and/or specific instructions to employees as required.
- Perform all other duties as assigned by the Water Utilities Director.
Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities, including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal
Minimum / Preferred Qualifications, Experience, and/or Certifications Required
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS:
- Graduation with a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a field related to Engineering
- Ten (10) years of progressively responsible management experience in a related field, including at least three (3) years of experience with a water and wastewater utility.
- A combination of training, education, and/or experience that indicates the ability to possess a comprehensive knowledge of water utility administration and leadership may substitute for education for a maximum of four years.
- Must have a valid Texas Drivers License and be eligible for coverage under the City of Kyle vehicle insurance provider.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Masters Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or Engineering
- Level A Water and/or Wastewater certification issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality is required within two (2) years of employment.
- Licensed Professional Engineer
Other Considerations:
Must live within 45 minutes of travel time to the City of Kyle during normal traffic conditions.
Considered essential personnel and must be able to respond and assist in the management of emergency and disaster-related events, either natural or otherwise.
##REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation.
- Knowledge of Local, State, and Federal water and wastewater utility regulations.
- Knowledge of technical aspects of operations and maintenance.
- Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
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- Knowledge, experience, and/or familiarity with all Water Utility machinery and equipment.
- Knowledge in administration, water distribution systems, water treatment and supply, wastewater collection systems, wastewater treatment plants, and reclaimed water.
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- Skill in oral and written communications.
- Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
- Skill in using computers and related software applications.
- Skill in managing multiple programs, projects, and tasks.
- Skill in negotiations and handling conflict resolution
- Skill in analyzing complex data from various sources, synthesizing collected information, and developing sound decisions/recommendations
- Skill in developing, reviewing, monitoring, and evaluating contracts for services and/or materials
- Ability to manage multiple projects and programs simultaneously within approved budgets
- Ability to quickly recognize and analyze irregular events.
- Ability to establish and maintain excellent communication and working relationships with city personnel and the public.
- Ability to organize, analyze, interpret, and evaluate scientific civil engineering problems and provide practical, cost-effective solutions.
Ability to manage/monitor CIP and construction schedules.
Ability to lead and direct the activities of a department with more than 80 full-time employees
Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with other city officials, the general public, and the news media.
Ability to remain calm