Water Resources Manager

The Water Resources Manager is a leadership position that reports directly to the Deputy Director of Utilities – Water Resources. The position will plan, organize, and direct the day-to-day operations and maintenance activities of the City of Santa Maria’s water system, including water production and treatment, water distribution, and customer service. In addition, the position is responsible for ensuring a clean, safe, and reliable domestic water supply for the community, serving over 23,000 metered connections.

Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for this leadership position is an experienced water professional who possesses a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, environmental sciences, or related fields. They have advanced knowledge and experience related to the safe operation of drinking water systems and State regulations. They have experience managing staff, leading large teams, and effectively communicating with internal and external stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will also have experience in identifying and implementing solutions related to water supply, reliability, and quality; infrastructure, technology, and regulatory compliance; and operations and maintenance.

Duties
-Based on area of assignment, plans, organizes, and directs the operations and maintenance activities of water in the Water Resources Division of the Utilities Department, in conformance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
-Recommends and implements operational plans and procedures for improving division effectiveness and efficiency.
-Develops and implements long-range capital programs.
-Solicits, coordinates, and reviews work of consulting firms engaged in operational studies and capital project design.
-Assists in development of specifications for fleet purchases and equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
-Develops and administers budgets.
-Prepares and/or reviews technical reports, designs, and calculations to ensure compliance with engineering and regulatory standards, and responds to regulatory and funding agencies.
-Hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates subordinate staff.
-Conducts presentations before City Council, boards, commissions, and community groups as directed by the department director.