Wastewater Treatment Superintendent

Santa Barbara is nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains making for one of the most beautiful cities in California. Located just 90 miles north of Los Angeles, Santa Barbara provides a unique living environment. The City offers its approximately 95,000 residents a year-round mild climate with an average temperature in the 70’s, magnificent beaches, mountains, and parks within minutes of a hustling downtown. ABOUT US At the City of Santa Barbara, the best part of our organization is our people. As a City of Santa Barbara employee, you will work in a collaborative environment with other motivated individuals who are passionate about their work. We strive to provide employees with the support they need to thrive and grow while fulfilling our Mission. The Mission of the Public Works Department is to provide the community with the sustainable foundation to thrive by delivering quality services and public infrastructure through efficient and fiscally responsible practices. THE POSITION The City of Santa Barbara is seeking a highly motivated individual to supervise, plan, and coordinate the services and operations of the Wastewater Treatment section within the Public Works Department including the operations and maintenance of the wastewater and recycled water treatment plants and wastewater lift stations. Participates in the planning, organizing, directing, and reviewing the activities of staff in the operation, maintenance, and regulatory compliance of all elements of the City’s 257-mile wastewater collection system, the 6 million gallon per day (MGD) El Estero Wastewater Treatment Plant, and the City’s 1.2 MGD recycled water treatment plant. BENEFITS Knowledge of: Operations and maintenance of a comprehensive wastewater treatment plant. Procedures, methods, practices, materials, and equipment commonly used in a wastewater treatment and maintenance system and repair program. Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation. Recent developments, current literature, and sources of information related to wastewater treatment plant maintenance systems operation and regulation. Asset management program development and implementation including Central Management Maintenance Software (CMMS). Terminology, methods, practices, and techniques used in technical report preparation. Modern physical, chemical, and bacterial processes involved in wastewater collection and treatment systems. Principles of municipal budget preparation and control. Principles and procedures of record keeping and reporting. Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment and software applications. Pertinent Federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations as applied to operations of wastewater systems. Ability to: Manage and coordinate the work of supervisory, technical, clerical personnel, maintenance technicians, planner/schedulers, and wastewater operators. Organize, direct, and implement operation and maintenance schedules. Analyze treatment procedures to ensure compliance of the wastewater systems with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations. Advise and coordinate work with staff, contractors, consultants, and a variety of agencies in major modifications, renovation, and construction projects. Write concise and clear reports. Ensure facility compliance with Federal, state, and local rules, laws, and regulations. Perform responsible and difficult work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative. Understand the organization and operation of the City and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities. Coordinate and compile information and statistics into complete records and reports. Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals. Select, train, supervise, coordinate, and evaluate staff. Create and maintain a positive work environment that values trust, respect, integrity, and honesty. Motivate staff towards a common vision that fosters a collaborative, inclusive, and trusting workplace. Prepare and maintain technical records and prepare comprehensive reports. Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for wastewater operations and maintenance. Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment plant lift stations, and recycled water treatment facilities including two (2) years of administrative and supervisory experience. Education and/or Training: Equivalent to an Associate of Science degree with major course work in civil engineering, chemistry, biology, construction technology, or a related field. License Requirements: Possession of a valid driver's license. Possession of a Grade IV Wastewater Treatment Plant Certification issued by the State of California at the time of appointment, and the ability to obtain a Grade V certificate within one year of appointment. It is important that your application and supplemental questionnaire show all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess which qualifies you for this position. All applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed, and the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. Be sure to be thorough in your responses. Statements such as “See application”, “Extensive Experience”, or "See Resume" are not an acceptable substitute for a completed application and supplemental questionnaire. The selection process may consist of an application screening, written exam, computer skills exam, and/or an oral interview. The successful candidate's employment history will be thoroughly evaluated prior to appointment. Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email and spam regularly throughout the recruitment process. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails. APPLICATIONS AND RESPONSES TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE MUST BE RECEIVED BY 5:30 PM ON THURSDAY, JANUARY 9, 2025. THE CITY OF SANTA BARBARA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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