Superintendent - Bay Area Water Authority

The Baytown Area Water Authority is seeking a dedicated and experienced Superintendent to lead and oversee water operations serving our growing community. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact by ensuring the delivery of safe, reliable water services through strong leadership and operational excellence. If you're ready to take the next step in your public service career, apply today and help shape the future of Baytown's water infrastructure. The Superintendent for Baytown Area Water Authority (BAWA) manages BAWA's surface water purification plants. Meets with outside government agencies and City Departments. Communicates with regulatory agencies, citizens, outside repair firms, and engineering firms. Completes TCEQ and EPA reports and ensures accuracy. Performs personnel related duties including hiring, training, coaching, performance evaluations, and discipline. Inspects the process and physical plant for compliance with safety procedures and quality standards. Directs the work force and checks their performance by auditing lab test results, log sheets, and product quality. Assists in solving various operating and maintenance problems. Plans for system outages to accommodate inspection and maintenance of facilities. Approves purchase orders, prepares budget and bid specifications. Meets with customers, salespeople, outside government agencies and city departments. Prepares monthly reports and discusses reports with BAWA Board members. Reviews plans and specifications for compliance and operational efficiency. Makes on-site inspections of construction projects. Keeps updated and informed on changes in technology and standards by reading, attending seminars and visiting other facilities. Reports and prepares for audits and inspections from governmental control agencies. Performs personnel related duties including hiring, training, coaching, performance evaluations, and discipline. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required:

Bachelor s Degree from an accredited college or institution in a related field.

Five years of experience in a professional level drinking water operations related role.

Class B Surface Water Operator certification from TCEQ, or equivalent certification if out of state (if certification is from out of state, must obtain Class "B" Surface Water Operator certification from TCEQ within 6 months).

Valid driver s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver s license within 90 days).

Demonstrated prior supervisory experience.

OR

An equivalent combination of education, experience, certification and/or licenses sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred:

Class A TCEQ Water Operator certificate.

Certified Public Manager