Water System Manager

The purpose of this job is to oversee the various divisions responsible for long-range planning, drinking water treatment, operations, and capital and operating budgets for the potable Water Utility. Responds to media inquiries regarding the Water Utility. Provides leadership and oversight dedicated to providing safe, high quality drinking water. Ensures that overall operations effectively manage water infrastructure assets and properly plan via industry accepted asset management practices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Provides leadership and management oversight of the Grand Rapids Water System Provides high level program and project oversight Performs operational review, management, reporting and oversight (meeting with mid-level managers, guidance with addressing issues and problems including regulatory matters, Key Performance Indicator review, Monthly Operating Report review, etc.) Ensures and maintains compliance with all regulatory requirements Provides revenue and expenditure analysis Leads and participates in rate and policy development, review and implementation Manages utility emergencies and critical events or issues; Leads regular emergency planning and preparation exercises Provides input, approves and presents capital and operating budgets for the utility Responds or oversees response to media inquiries Prepares and presents budget; tracks budget and makes budget reports during the year Oversees various Water Divisions; hires supervisory staff for divisions and fills vacant positions Engages and collaborates with the community partners while representing the City on the Utility Advisory Board Provides long range planning and risk assessments of infrastructure and operations Leads and manages staff in community outreach and engagement practices across various platforms Collaborates with and supports other Departments on special programs and projects Performs related work as required Required Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Business, Environmental Sciences, Engineering or a related field

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• Eight (8) years of experience in drinking water treatment, operations and maintenance
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• Five (5) years of supervisory and management experience of a municipal drinking water system and/or drinking water treatment plant
• -OR•Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities Required License State of Michigan S-1 or F-1 Drinking Water Operator License or the ability to obtain one from the State of Michigan through their Reciprocity Program guidelines

Preferred License Professional Engineer We Offer:

Medical, Dental, and Vision starting on Day 1 6% employee 401a contribution with employer matching (6% or 7% based on bargaining unit) Employee & Employer contributions to Retiree Health Savings Account Voluntary benefits such as term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, accidental insurance, disability insurance, and deferred compensation plan options Twelve Paid Holidays Paid Vacation and Sick Time Paid Parking (if applicable) Employee Home Ownership Incentive Tuition Reimbursement and professional development opportunities Paid Parental Leave Employee Assistance Program with free mental health counseling Comprehensive Wellness program with a health and wellness incentive Employee Discounts and Perks Should an applicant need any disability related accommodation or other consideration in the application or selection process, please notify the human resources department upon submittal of application The City of Grand Rapids does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Please Note :

This position is subject to the provisions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement and all relevant civil service rules. For additional information, links to union agreement and Civil Service Rules are provided below. Collective Bargaining Agreements Civil Service Rules