Waste Water Operations Superintendent - Public Works Bureau of Utilities Water Reclamation

Howard County:

Conveniently located in the heart of central Maryland between Baltimore and Washington Howard County offers the charm of a historic past mixed with the excitement of a cosmopolitan community.

Howard County Government:

Howard County Government is a leader in innovation best practices and sustainability. It is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live and work in the country. In 2024 Howard County Government received a recordbreaking 63 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo) the most awards in the state of Maryland and the fifth highest in the nation as compared to more than 3000 counties. NACo Achievement Awards are the premier national honor to recognize innovative and transformative programs that provide new services for county residents improve existing programs upgrade working conditions and enhance citizen participation and public policy making.

What are we looking for

We are looking for outstanding individuals to join our team and contribute to excellence in Howard County operations.

What youll like most about working at Howard County Government:

• We are committed to workplace excellence in every area of County government.
• We have a highly talented diverse and inclusive workplace. Your input will not only be heard but it will be encouraged!
• We offer competitive compensation and great benefits including medical retirement and wellness programs.
• As a member of the Howard County Government team youll be helping drive our culture and directly impact what makes us an amazing place to work.

Include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Responsible for the overall supervision of the Operations Section of the Plant consisting of unskilled semiskilled and skilled workers engaged in general labor and Plant operations activities.
• Enforces standard Plant personal and equipment safety policies practices and procedures.
• Participates in interviewing and selecting lower level supervisors and employees; prepares work schedules.
• Plans and directs both the daily and long term operations of Plant processes and operations and sludge disposal activities.
• Analyzes various Plant instrument and laboratory data and adjusts various Plant processes accordingly. Is responsible for interpreting and enforcing County and Plant policies and procedures.
• Develops implements and maintains standard operating procedures.
• Maintains Plant equipment and facilities.
• Gathers information and maintains Plant records and reports.
• Submits various records and reports to State and Federal Regulatory agencies.
• Evaluates and monitors employee performance. Monitors Plant process and control procedures for compliance with applicable operating permits.
• Develops budget requirements and monitors budgetary performance.
• This position is considered emergency essential and as such the incumbent may be required to report for regular work shift during inclement weather or when an emergency situation arises.
  
  

High School Diploma or GED and eight 8 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

PREFEREED EDUCATION KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Thorough knowledge of advanced wastewater principles processes and operations; knowledge of laboratory procedures; knowledge of applicable State and Federal requirements and regulations.
• Knowledge of laboratory procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable State and Federal requirements and regulations.
• Knowledge of basic administrative practices and arithmetic.
• Knowledge of mechanical electrical and hydraulic principles as related to wastewater management.
• Knowledge of supervisory methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of safety rules and practices.
• Ability to interpret Plant tests and direct process changes.
• Ability to maintain operating records supplies and materials inventory.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Class C Maryland Drivers License.

Class 5A Wastewater Operator Certificate. Out of state applicants are required to obtain a statement of reciprocity.

Must successfully complete a seven hour training program approved by the State for Superintendents license at the first opportunity offered by the State; and maintenance of said certificate during tenure of employment.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

TO APPLY:You must complete an employment application online to be considered for this recruitment. Resumes cannot be substituted for completion of the job application work history. No paper applications will be accepted.

Selected candidates may be subject to drug screening background screening and reference checks.

At time of application please submit a copy of any college degree coursework licenses or certifications that you have referenced on your who have education obtained outside of the U.S. may need to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation County Government is not sponsoring employees in application of the H1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H1B Visa. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

Howard Countyis an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity equity and inclusion. The County prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color religion age sex ancestry creed national origin disability status genetics marital statusmilitary service sexual orientation gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources directly at .Requests for accommodations should not be attached to the application.