Plant Operations Manager

The City of Oxnards Public Works Department is looking for a Plant Operations Manager to join the Water Division. This individual must be comfortable managing and training personnel. The ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience of water utility operations. This position will be responsible for activities operations and services of water operations.

What Youll Do:

• Accepts management responsibility for activities operations and services of the Water Operations ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations are met.

• Proposes presents and justifies divisional programs projects operations and services; develops a strategy and work plan for the successful achievement of department/division and project goals.

• Serves as a resource for the treatment plant department/division; coordinates divisional activities with other divisions departments and organizations; provides information and resources to City officials departments and other organizations as is appropriate.

• Conducts financial organizational and operational service delivery studies; makes recommendations to address and resolve identified service delivery issues.

• Prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary documents or correspondence to appropriate boards groups and/or committees.

• Attends and participates in organizational and community meetings as necessary; stays current on issues relative to the field of water treatment plant water distribution metering operations contracts and permits; responds to and resolves community and organizational inquiries and complaints.

Payroll Title/Classification:Plant Operations Manager

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This classification is distinguished from the Chief Plant Operator in it oversees a major operational program or function of the water or wastewater plant and serves as a first-level supervisor.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED/ SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Incumbents supervise paraprofessional and support staff including conducting performance evaluations coordinating training and implementing hiring discipline and termination procedures. Receives general supervision and is expected to prioritize work to meet deadlines and to keep the supervisor informed of issues that would impact achievement of a deadline organizational policy or procedure or in consideration of risk management.

The normal work week is Monday through Thursday 8:00am to 6:00pm and alternating Fridays 8:00am to 5:00pm. Depending on the area of assignment staff may be assigned to a shift that is outside the standard work hours. This position may be required to be available for additional hours in response to peaks in workloads and changes in department needs. The standard work environment varies depending on assignment but is typically either primarily in an office setting or out in the field. The City does not offer hybrid or remote work.

ESSENTIALDUTIES:

This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.

• Supervises staff including conducting performance evaluations coordinating training and implementing hiring discipline and termination procedures.
• Plans manages coordinates and supervises assigned maintenance operations and regulatory compliance of the water or wastewater treatment plant; monitors processes to ensure the achievement of work quality standards and adherence with operational and safety policies and procedures; provides administrative and technical direction to staff.
• Serves as a liaison and advisor with internal departments agencies and other external organizations groups and/or representatives; responds to inquiries and requests; manages escalated issues; reviews recommends and implements solutions to issues.
• Recommends develops and implements policies procedures and/or processes related to assigned projects functions and/or programs. Prepares and reviews reports; consults with staff; analyzes problems and recommends solutions.
• Participates in the development implementation monitoring and evaluation of assigned division program and/or project budgets and expenditures. Provides procurement recommendations and assists in purchase acquisitions.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

EDUCATION:

• Associates degree (or 60 units)in water science or a related field. (Must be attached to you application)

EXPERIENCE:

• Four (4) years of progressively responsible water treatment or wastewater treatment experience including three (3) years of supervisory experience.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Valid California Class C Drivers License with a satisfactory driving record.

Incumbentsassignedtowater treatmentrequire:

• Valid California State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator D3 Certificate. (Must be attached to your application)
• Valid California State Water Resources Control Board Water Treatment Operator T4 Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate. (Must be attached to your application)
• Valid California State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator D4 certificate is required within 18 months of appointment.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line application.
• Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions if required.
• Upload resume cover letter proof of degree (transcript) or other requested documents.

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state see my resume or see my personnel file are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.

The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time part-time and temporary assignments.There is currently one (1) full-time vacancy within the Public Works Department.

Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough background investigation.

UNION MEMBERSHIP:Positions in this classification are represented by the Oxnard Mid-Managers Association (OMMA).

NOTE:For most positions the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office/Google) and web-based enabled tools therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.

Regular and reliable attendance effective communication skills and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.

Employees are required to participate in the Citys direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.

This position requires a 12-month probationary period.

Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100 all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex national origin age marital status medical condition disability or sexual orientation.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodation for individuals/people with disabilities. If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date. Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.

LEGAL REQUIREMENT:On the first day of employment new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information confirms that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify please contact DHS. you have any questions regarding this recruitment please contactBrenna Perteet at