Manages the general operation of water and wastewater departments. Ensures that both departments are operating at a level that meets or exceeds State and Federal permit standards. Hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates staff. Develops and implements operating policies and procedures as well as shortterm and long-range plans for the water and wastewater departments. Helps develop operating and capital budgets for the water and wastewater departments. Oversees the monitoring of expenditures under the current budgets. Coordinates development of long-range capital improvement programs for the water and wastewater departments. Reviews the operation of each department's functions to ensure compliance with procedures and to assess efficiency and effectiveness. Ensures that all personnel observe applicable safety, health, and environmental rules and guidelines. Assists with conducting facilities inspections as needed. Monitors laboratory data obtained from samples of the systems for conformance with State and Federal requirements. Assists in the field as necessary. Responds to after-hours emergencies. Performs other related duties as assigned.