Manager, Senior, Operations and Compliance

Job Details

Description

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Deputy Executive Manager, NR

Executive Manager, NR

Position Summary

This management position is responsible through Management level positions for providing operational, maintenance, and technical assistance in all phases of program management. This position includes oversight of the operations, maintenance, engineering, and administration of current and proposed Authority Projects within the Northern Region and other programs of the Northern Region as assigned. In addition, this position works with Northern Region Project Managers and staff to develop, update, and implement liquids, solids, biosolids, and sludge disposal treatment processes and related operating treatment programs that are included or unique to each Project. Provides technical and strategic initiatives related to the Authority's Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). This includes standardization of CMMS across multiple Northern Region facilities, developing reporting related to maintenance management activities, and working closely with the Maximo IT Administrator to implement changes/upgrades on the software front end to ensure reliability and change consistency. In addition, this position will lead the CMMS Steering Committee and implement asset management strategies as well as train staff on the use of the CMMS System.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Directs and provides Operations & Maintenance guidance and technical expertise with Northern Region operating projects, liquids, solids, and sludge management programs, and related annual budgets in collaboration with assigned NR Project Managers.
• Coordinates efforts with consultants, equipment vendors/manufacturers, and Northern Region staff in researching, analyzing, and implementing the selection of treatment, transportation, monitoring, and surveillance technology for wastewater treatment facilities, including cost/benefit analysis, energy reduction and efficiency, and preparation of operational summary reports.
• Develops and implements short and long-range plans, which assist in guiding the overall Northern Region objectives to meet changes in state and federal regulatory requirements, i.e., Safe Drinking Water Act treatment parameters, Clean Water Act discharge limitations, Texas Water Code requirements, Notice of Violations and Administrative Orders.
• Administers consultant contract services related to conducting on-site operating Project pilot studies, inspections, and investigations for special projects related to the operation and maintenance of Northern Region Projects.
• Provides technical assistance and consults with representatives from various operating agencies, consultants, Northern Region Projects, and other Authority departments as necessary, which may include meetings, presentations, and leadership at meetings, as well as technical and administrative reports.
• Participates in the planning and developmental activities for Project improvement and expansions, including the asset management program for infrastructure condition assessment, rehabilitation, and replacement of deteriorated and/or obsolete facilities and equipment.
• Directly supervises Project management level employees to include hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluation.
• May serve as Manager, Senior, Operations and Compliance, or Manager, Deputy Executive, NR in the absence of that staff member.
• Employees assigned to this position are classified as essential personnel. Essential personnel are required to report to work when scheduled during departmental and/or emergency situations, including, but not limited to, extended periods of inclement weather when travel may be difficult. This position is essential because in the absence of sufficient personnel, the plant cannot operate safely.
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

Regularly has full personnel management responsibilities, including approving time, selection, discipline, grievances, and formal performance evaluations for all direct and indirect reports.

FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

Development of annual budgets for all Northern Region designated projects, and presents recommendations to the Manager, Deputy Executive, NR. Approves procurement of supplies, equipment, and services for assigned Northern Region Projects.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

A bachelor's degree in a technical field related to water and wastewater resources is required.

Experience

Minimum of ten years of experience in utility operation and management or in a comparable role of responsibility in the private sector.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Class A Wastewater Operators License preferred.

Valid Texas driver's license.

KNOWLEDGE

Must be knowledgeable in water and wastewater operations and maintenance systems and programs, and the various governmental agencies involved with the water resource industry.

Skills And Abilities

• The ability to plan, organize, and supervise the NR Projects, their workforce, and the various NR programs.
• Ability to establish and maintain good public relations.
• Mathematical skills and accounting skills sufficient to prepare the annual operating budgets and interpret technical data relating to the treatment processes.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form with others.
• Effective team member and team leadership skills that foster trusting relationships within and outside the Authority.
• Effective communications and management skills, combined with public relations ability.
  
  

GUIDANCE RECEIVED

Guided by TRA’s Strategic Plan, makes decisions with guidance provided by TRA's mission and vision statement, and works with Project Management to establish goals, objectives, and priorities (with concurrence and approval from executive leadership).

WORKING CONDITIONS

Duties are generally carried out in an office environment with routine field work required, and will include abnormal hours, including evening meetings and events, as well as responding to after-hours emergencies (weekdays, weekends, and/or holidays as required)

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Office equipment, including a personal computer, various copiers, a calculator, and a two-way radio.