WWW Plant Operations Supervisor - Department of Public Works

About the job

Salary Range:

$92,687.00 - $143,876.00 Annually

*Hiring Salary Range: *

$92,687.00 – $118,281.50 Annually

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Job Summary:

A WasteWater Plant Operations Supervisor oversees and coordinates the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant and participates in the overall planning and direction of plant activities. Work of this class involves directing the activities of wastewater operations technician and office support work units.

Incumbents receive general supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek, but are subject to 24-hour call. Work is performed primarily in an office where there are few uncomfortable working conditions; however, there may be occasional exposure to toxic chemicals, pathogenic bacteria and noxious odors when in the plant. Work requires minimal physical exertion.

Minimum Qualifications:

*On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must: *

Education: Have an associate degree from an accredited college or university.

AND

Experience: Have four years of experience in the operation of a waste water treatment plant including one year of performing such supervisory responsibilities as disciplining, evaluating the performance of, and recommending the hiring, firing and promoting of other supervisors.

OR

Equivalency Notes: One year of additional experience in the operation of a wastewater treatment plant may be substituted for each year of the college requirement. Non-supervisory experience or education may not be substituted for the required supervisory experience.

Licenses, Registrations, and Certificates: Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license or an equivalent driver's license and eligible to obtain a Baltimore City driver’s permit. PROVISIONAL DRIVER’S LICENSE OR LEARNER PERMITS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.

NOTE: YOU MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE WITH APPLICATION AT TIME OF APPLYING.

Employees in this class must hold and maintain a valid Maryland Operator's certificate issued by the Board of Water Works and Waste Systems Operators.

****APPLICATION DEADLINE: *Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration. *

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant.
• Knowledge of the theories of wastewater treatment processes and laboratory control tests.
• Knowledge of plant safety procedures.
• Ability to plan and direct the work of subordinates.
• Ability to coordinate the work of a large work force.
• Ability implement procedures for complex operating problems.
• Ability to resolve union grievances.

Additional Information

Background Check

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.

Probation

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation.

Eligibility

Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.

Education Accreditation

Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org.

Selection Process

All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.

Examination Process

Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months.

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.

Your Recruiter: Jewel Glenn

If you have any questions please contact Jewel Glenn, Talent and Acquisition Specialist II, via email at Jewel.Glenn@baltimorecity.gov.* *

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.

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