Technical Services Manager

This recruitment is open until filled. Early submissions are encouraged.

The City of Oxnards Public Works Wastewater Division is seeking a Technical Services Manager!

The Technical Services Group includes approximately 7 employees and has two primary responsibilities: management of the approved wastewater pretreatment program and management of the Municipal Stormwater Separate Sewer System (MS4) permit.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical management and leadership skills and be well-versed in wastewater treatment pretreatment and stormwater regulations. As this position interacts with a variety of internal and external stakeholders exceptional interpersonal skills are of the utmost importance. The successful candidate will have a proven work history of growth the ability to effectively manage regulatory programs and interact with staff professionally and positively.

• Manage the wastewater pretreatment program

• Manage the Municipal Separate Stormwater Sewer System (MS4) permit.

• Manage a group of Environmental Specialists

• Participate in the MS4 Ventura County Stormwater Quality Management Program Management Committee

• Develop risk assessment and mitigation strategies

• Provide and coordinate required training programs

• Provide outreach to the business community on environmental regulations permits and commercial/industrial facilities

• Coordinates activities with regional state and federal agencies.

• Manage the enforcement response plan

• Provides technical assistance to existing and prospective businesses

• Participates in the development of the Technical Services program budget; participates in the forecast of necessary funds for staffing materials and supplies; oversees the budget issues throughout the fiscal year and implements adjustments as necessary.

• Serves as a representative of the Technical Services program; coordinates activities with other divisions programs and organizations; provides information and resources to City officials programs and other organizations as is appropriate.

• Attends and participates in organizational and community meetings as necessary; stays current on issuesrelative to the field of environmental programs and laws; responds to and resolves community andorganizational inquiries and complaints.

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

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This classification is distinguished from the Utilities Technical Services Analyst Senior in that itoversees a major operational program or function and serves as a second level supervisor.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED / SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Incumbents supervise professional paraprofessional and support staff including conducting performance evaluations coordinating training and implementing hiring and 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. This position reports directly to the Wastewater Division Manager.

WORK SCHEDULE:

The normal work week is Monday through Thursday 7:00 am to 5:00 pm and alternating Fridays 7:00 am to 4:00 pm. 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.

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

• Supervises staff including conducting performance evaluations coordinating training and implementing hiring and discipline and termination procedures.

• Plans coordinates and supervises assigned maintenance and operations programs and functions; monitors processes to ensure the achievement of work quality standards and adherence with operational and safety policies and procedures.

• Reviews and evaluates programs processes and operating performance; recommends develops and implements program enhancements and procedures to maximize quality and effectiveness.

• Investigates analyzes and resolves operational issues; responds to inquiries and complaints; interprets and explains policies and procedures; plans and implements adjustments improvements and solutions.

• Monitors and administers maintenance and service contracts; evaluates proposals; assists in negotiating contracts and vendor/contractor selection; reviews scope of work for projects and monitors progress and quality as specified within contracts.

• Provides support in preparing and monitoring assigned budget; manages expenditures and inventory in accordance with operating budget.

• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Positions assigned to Wastewater will be responsible for:

• Manages the Wastewater Pretreatment Program

• Manages the Citys MS4 NPDES permit

• Conduct risk analysis alternatives analysis and mitigation strategies

• Responsible for reviewing and updating related city ordinances and standard operating procedures.

• Assists with the management of regional wastewater partners

• Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) regulations

• Clean Water Act

• laboratory practices and procedures

• municipal wastewater industrial and commercial wastewater processes

• wastewater and industrial analytical chemistry and potential impacts.

• water sampling procedures

The following are the minimumqualifications necessary for entry into the classification:

EDUCATION:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college/university in Environmental Science EngineeringBusiness Administration Public Administration or other closely related field.

EXPERIENCE:

• Five (5) years of directly related environmental compliance program management experience including:
  • Experience managing a 40 CFR 403 compliant treatment program
  • Experience managing a MS4 NPDES program
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Valid California Class C Drivers License with a satisfactory driving record
• California Water Environment Association Grade 4 Environmental Compliance Inspector (ECI) certification is highly desirable.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs online 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 theOxnard 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 people/individuals 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 to confirm 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 contactJackie Ramos at