Waste Managment Services - Engineer/CMOM/Project Director

DEPARTMENT

WASTE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS

SALARY

$101,067.20 - $139,880.00

FLSA

EXEMPT

CIVIL SERVICE

EXCLUDED

BARGAINING UNIT

NON-BARGAINING

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Engineering, Projects, Capacity Management Operations and Maintenance (CMOM) Director position responsible for coordination and supervision of all Waste Management Services Projects as well as the CIPP/Maintenance functions of the City's CMOM program including storm and sanitary wastewater collection systems. The work is performed under the general direction of the Public Works Division Manager, but considerable leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative. Directly supervises employees in the CMOM program. Works in conjunction with the Collections Systems and Treatment Operations Directors in all areas of Waste Management Services operations.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Illustrative only)

• Develop and implement an ongoing preventive maintenance program for all wastewater and sewer structures.
• Assists with capital improvements planning, costing and construction planning.
• Assists Collections Systems and Treatment Operations Directors in ensuring all related maintenance programs are in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
• Assumes project manager duties from inception and design to construction and delivery of projects at any project development stage.
• Assists the Collection Systems and Treatment Operations Directors in supervising the plant and sewer maintenance employees and contractors in scheduled and emergency maintenance activities; supervises, plans and provides oversight of the city's CMOM program to ensure compliance.
• Assists Collection Systems and Treatment Operations directors with flood control activities; confers with engineers, developers and the business community about flood control procedures and plans.
• Assists in the investigation and resolution of citizen complaints regarding flood control, and sewer maintenance.
• Assists with orienting new employees and solving personnel problems.
• In coordination with Treatment Operations, Collections Directors, sets up safety training programs for staff and ensures that all employees receive initial and ongoing safety training including hazardous materials, confined space entry, and personal protective equipment training.
• Performs administrative duties including assisting with budget preparation, union contract administration, and personnel evaluations.
• Approves vacation and other time-off requests and monitors use of sick leave and other absences.
• Compiles reports, performs data entry, and completes forms on personal computer using the applicable software.
• Works independently and with others under minimal supervision.
• Attends work regularly at the designated place and time.
• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures and OSHA, City and Waste Management Services safety rules and regulations.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Thorough knowledge of the practices, equipment, materials and methods necessary to maintain a comprehensive wastewater collection and treatment system.
• Basic knowledge of hydraulics and flood control systems.
• Ability to plan, assign, supervise and review the work of subordinate employees.
• Ability to solve problems and make independent decisions and recommendations that involve flood control, and storm-sanitary sewer maintenance.
• Ability to review work logs and statistical data and present facts and findings clearly and concisely.
• Ability to enforce rules, policies and procedures; ability to observe and enforce appropriate safety precautions.
• Ability to understand, give and carry out written and verbal instructions and respond to questions from supervisors, elected officials and coworkers.
• Ability to discuss work-related issues with the public tactfully and promptly in a clear, concise and easily understandable manner.
• Ability to complete assigned work without direct supervision.
• Personal computer skills and ability to learn related software applications, enter and retrieve information on a computer, develop computer-generated reports and update records.
• Ability to travel inside and outside in all types of weather conditions to review work sites, meet with the public and to attend meetings; will require driving to and from the destination and/or physically moving from one City facility or work site to another.
• Ability to consult and communicate orally and in writing to read, analyze, record and interpret complex technical data, review materials on a variety of projects, present facts and findings clearly and concisely, give advice and recommendations, and respond to questions by the public, public officials, coworkers and contractors; ability to prepare written reports, complete forms and perform required record keeping.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and the safety precautions necessary in sewer maintenance operations.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other City departments, supervisors and subordinates.
• Ability to work independently and with others with little or no supervision.
• Ability to work with people from a broad variety of social, economic, racial, ethnic and educational backgrounds.

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE & TRAINING

• Graduation from an accredited college or university preferably with a BS in civil or environmental engineering, an alternate degree coupled with extensive municipal related management experience will be considered.
• A minimum of two (2) preferably five (5) years responsible professional municipal utilities experience and/or professional engineering experience related to municipal utilities infrastructure planning and development, including demonstrated administrative leadership.

OR

Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work.

• Will be expected to obtain a Grade IV Collection Systems Iowa DNR License within 2 years of hire. The ability to obtain a Grade IV Wastewater Treatment license within 3 years of hire will be a plus.
• Iowa Driver's License and good driving record based on City of Waterloo driver performance criteria.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES

The following physical abilities are required with or without accommodation.

• Sufficient speech and hearing that permits the employee to communicate effectively with coworkers, vendors and contractors in person or over a radio, to understand and give verbal instructions and respond to questions from the public or coworkers.
• Sufficient personal mobility that permits the employee to operate passenger vehicles (generally a pickup truck) safely in all types of weather and a variety of street conditions and to inspect properties in all areas of the City in response to violations of applicable codes and ordinances.
• Sufficient vision to operate a passenger vehicle, complete regulatory reports and observe properties for possible code violations.
• Sufficient manual dexterity that permits the employee to operate a personal computer, handle files and perform other administrative/technical responsibilities.

MISCELLANEOUS

• Willing to comply with City of Waterloo residency policy concerning emergency response time within six-month probationary period (must live within thirty-mile radius of Waterloo City Hall).
• The City of Waterloo reserves the right to require a physical examination, including a drug test, by a physician of the City's choice to determine if an applicant is capable of performing the essential functions of the job classification.
• The City of Waterloo will conduct a background investigation, including employment, education and criminal history checks on any applicant being considered for this position.
• Must submit to and pass oral interview.

WORK SCHEDULE

Generally 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Hours may vary based on flexible scheduling or needs of the department. Must be available outside of and in addition to these hours for City meetings and emergency activities that require the attendance of the Engineering / CMOM / Projects Director and or City Emergencies.

ORAL EXAMINATION DATE

All qualified candidates who apply by the deadline date will be notified of the time, place and date of the oral examination.

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A.A./E.E.O.

Minority, female & disabled individuals are encouraged to apply.

August 5th, 2025 at 5pm.