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City of Westfield Wastewater Dupty Superintendent in Westfield, Massachusetts

Wastewater Deputy Superintendent WPMEA \$70,594 - \$93,039 GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises, plans and directs the operation, maintenance and repair of the wastewater treatment facility and pump stations. Assists in budgetary and personnel matters. Supervises all areas of computerized systems. Assumes responsibilities of Superintendent in his/her absence. SUPERVISION: Reports to and is supervised by the Director of Public Works, who is the appointing authority for the position. The Deputy Superintendent is the direct supervisor of the water recovery supervisor, the industrial pretreatment coordinator, and all labor service positions within the department. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Provides supervisory advice and assistance in the solution of difficult, unusual or emergency operational, maintenance and repairs problems. Develops computerized systems to gather, monitor, safeguard and report budgetary and process data. Investigates, purchases and implements data processing software and hardware. Maintains and oversees computerized SCADA and alarm system connecting 18 pumping stations. Monitors and adjusts daily plant operations to meet NPDES and MA DEP permit limits. Prepares state and federal discharge monitoring reports. Investigates new technology which may improve all aspects of plant operation. Serves as contact person for special projects. Coordinates activities, assets and employees between department divisions. Meets with state, local and federal officials as needed. Attends meetings and seminars to collect and filter information on operational related topics. May be assigned any other responsibilities and duties designated by the Director of Public Works. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Able to read and interpret written information, including blueprints and PID\'s. Thorough knowledge of duties required of a municipal wastewater division. Follows policies and procedures; supports organization\'s goals and values; supports and respects diversity. Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; makes timely decisions. Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly, but safely and efficiently. Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly. Generates suggestions for improving work. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: College degree in Engineering or Sciences preferred in wastewater treatment or closely related field or any combination of education and experience. Massachusetts Grade 6 Wastewater Operators License required. Working knowledge of DOS, Windows, Excel, SCADA and Word Software. Knowledge of Federal and State regulations. Valid Massachusetts Class D driver\'s license.

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