Assistant Director of O&M - Treatment (Manager VI)

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Johnson County Wastewater is looking for qualified candidates to fill the position of Assistant Director of Operations and Maintenance. This position oversees and manages the overall operations and maintenance of the six Johnson County Wastewater plants and thirty-two pump stations.  The position is responsible for the daily operations and maintenance and asset management of the facilities as well as for understanding project controls, managing and allocating resources, budgeting, reporting, strategic and project planning, compliance with NPDES and other regulatory requirements, monitoring CIP projects and supervising over 100 full-time equivalent employees and biosolids contract management. The Assistant Director of Operations and Maintenance will provide oversight of O&M division in the Director’s absence.

The first review of applications will begin on December 2, 2025. 

Job Duties include:

• Independently leads and oversees the JCW Treatment maintenance and operations programs to ensure compliance with State and Federal requirements, including NPDES (National Pollution Discharge Elimination System) permits, 40 CFR 503 regulations (Land Application of Biosolids), Stormwater Pollution Prevention Programs, air regulations and permitting.  Facilitates the management of our average daily flow of 65 Million Gallons a Day (MGD) from our 6 wastewater treatment facilities and 32 pump stations across the service area.  Determines proper resources are needed to meet State and Federal requirements.  In collaboration with the Director of O&M and Operations Engineering provides guidance and direction for operations/maintenance decisions, process changes, and set point modifications.  Actively monitors and advises initiatives through the Facility Asset Management Program (FAMP).  Researches best practices for asset management, innovative technology strategies, and key performance indicators (KPIs).  Provides input on section training needs and assists development of training program.
• Directly manages a $44 million operating budget to meet treatment permit guidelines.   Provides oversight on purchases and ensures compliance with purchasing procedures and policies.  Approves purchase requisitions and expenses of subordinates.  Prioritizes expenditures and forecasts fleet vehicle needs and expenses based on divisional objectives.  Provides input for annual budget and future capital expenditures.  Prioritizes expenses and makes purchasing decisions with subordinates. Ensures resources are purchased in a timely manner.
• Supervises Superintendents to maximize productivity, facilitates achievement of group and department goals, and encourages continuous improvement in processes; conducts performance reviews and development plans of team members; conducts and/or supports technical job-related training programs for the operations group in a classroom format, in addition to on the job training for team members.  Assists in leadership of operations teams, uses Leadership Empowers All People (LEAP) principals, initiates QII time with team, enforces county policy and procedures, and help prioritize growth and development of O&M teams. 
• Oversees maintenance of our treatment facilities, establishes best practices with treatment plant superintendent, and provides direction on contractor or in-house maintenance programs.  Coordinates and streamlines FAMP program activities, establishes iniatives, evaluates KPI's, develops forward thinking strategies for our operations team.  Ensures that Section is meeting FAMP goals.  Evaluate effectiveness of CMMS, recommends changes to FAMP team, and develops program iniatives that align with overall goals of the O&M division.
• Serves as a resource to internal and external stakeholders; networks with professionals through involvement in professional organizations, participate in professional and leadership growth & development, includes attending and speaking at technical/professional association conferences.
• Compiles activity reports; monthly and annually.  Evaluates KPI's and makes recommendation on resources.  Reviews information provided by plant staff.  Monitors and interprets process control data.  Compiles and submits the Biosolids Annual Report (NPDES Form 6100-035) to the EPA.Participates in JCW’s planning processes.  Determines short-term needs and provides input for Section’s long-term capital improvement plans and long-term maintenance & operations plan.  Meets with consultants and engineering staff.  Advises engineering on operations staff preferences and which processes and equipment need to be evaluated for projects in conceptual or detailed design.

Candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science or Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Public Administration, or related field of study. Ten years of advanced secondary wastewater treatment and/or collections experience, seven years of supervisory and management experience, and seven years budget development, monitoring and/or management experience required. Must pass a thorough criminal history screening and have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record. Kansas Class 4 Operator’s within 12 months of hire. required. Experience may be substituted for degree.  

Education may be substituted for experience.

Johnson County Government requires reference/background screening for all positions.  Specified criteria may vary by Department/Agency.

Physical, Environmental, and Special Working Conditions:
Exposure to extreme temperatures, fumes and/or chemicals, and loud noises.
Lifting weight: 50lbs and occasionally 100 lbs.
Weather essential: Department and County Essential
Safety Shoes Required
Travel required: 25% local and 10% outside Johnson County
Physical abilities, including mobility, agility, strength, dexterity, balance, coordination, and /or endurance.
All County employees may be called upon to assist other departments/agencies in a declared emergency situation.

Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science or Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Public Administration, or related field of study is preferred. A Certified Public Manager certification is preferred.