WATER SYSTEMS SUPERVISOR Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stockton/jobs/newprint/4572074) Apply  WATER SYSTEMS SUPERVISOR Salary $87,201.36 - $112,689.84 Annually Location City of Stockton, CA Job Type Classified Job Number 1224-06980 Department Municipal Utilities Opening Date 01/13/2025 Closing Date 2/4/2025 5:00 PM Pacific + Description + Benefits + Questions DEFINITION OPEN/PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt TENTATIVE EXAMINATION DATE: (Candidates must appear in person for the examination) The City of Stockton Municipal Utilities Department is seeking to fill a vacancy for a Water Systems Supervisor. The incumbent will report directly to the Water Systems Superintendent and be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Water Distribution division. The incumbent will work a 9/80 work schedule 7:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday thru Thursday and every other Friday 7:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. with alternating Fridays off. Incumbents in this position are included in the Civil Service systems, in a "for-cause" employment status, and are represented by the Water Supervisory Unit. (Classified/Represented) This recruitment is being conducted as an Open/Promotional recruitment. Current full-time City of Stockton employees may apply for this position as a promotional opportunity and successful candidates will be placed on a promotional list. All other candidates may apply for this position as an open competitive opportunity and successful candidates will be placed on an open list. The appointing authority will have the option of requesting names from the promotional list or a combination of both. These lists may be used to fill future vacancies. Prior to appointment, eligible candidates will be required to submit to and successfully pass a medical evaluation and background investigation which will include fingerprinting. Under direction of the Chief Water Systems Operator, plans, supervises, reviews, assigns, organizes, and participates in the work of the staff responsible for the distribution facilities including the cross connection inspection and control program, customer service, and construction maintenance; ensures quality of work and adherence to established policies and procedures; coordinates assigned activities with other divisions and outside agencies; assists in the implementation of the Department’s Capital Improvement Program; serves as a technical resource for assigned work crews and performs the more technical and complex tasks relative to major repair and replacement activities; performs related work as assigned. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS This is a first line supervisory level, single position class responsible for planning, scheduling, directing, coordinating, reviewing, and supervising the work of staff engaged in the operation and maintenance of the City’s water utilities field operations and storage facilties, as well as the cross-connection inspection and control programs. This class is distinguished from Chief Water Systems Operator in that the latter has management responsibility over the City’s water production and distribution facilities. PRINCIPAL DUTIES (Illustrative Only) + Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: + Plans, assigns, reviews, organizes, and supervises water utilities field operations, including field customer service, meter reading, production, distribution and construction and maintenance activities. + Responds to inquiries and complaints from the public. + Inspects and evaluates work being performed for quality assurance and to identify problem areas and directs remedial action. + Assists in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the division. + Selects, supervises, and evaluates staff; resolves a variety of routine personnel administrative matters; recommends, creates, and issues disciplinary action. + Manages staff training and development; provides technical assistance of staff; prepares staffing, material, and equipment estimates for projected activities. + Assists in preparing detailed budget requests for section activities and monitors assigned budget. + Participates in long-term planning to assess future needs; researches new operational methods, techniques, and equipment and recommends their application. + Manages contract work; reviews and prepares plans and specifications for contract work; inspects work performed to ensure compliance with standards. + Prepares, reviews, and updates written maintenance instructions and schedules. + Prepares or reviews and maintains a wide variety of computerized and written reports and records, including personnel records, periodic progress reports, maintenance requests, requisitions, and accident reports. + Investigates legal claims against the City related to section activities; prepares reports of findings. + Requests and maintains an adequate inventory of necessary tools, materials, equipment, and supplies. + Coordinates section activities with other departments, outside agencies, and contractors; + Plans, implements, reviews, and evaluates a variety of water distribution quality control processes. + Interprets and evaluates operational data and laboratory reports and implements process control changes to comply with established standards. + Initiates, coordinates, reviews, and approves maintenance requests, requisitions, and other necessary documents; prepares, reviews, and maintains a variety of records and reports, schedules, and logs. + Supervises and evaluates the work of employees assigned to the specific process area; identifies training needs and implements or coordinates training programs. + Ensures compliance with safety standards and regulations, including the use of appropriate safety equipment and proper chemical storage and handling. + Troubleshoots operational problems, evaluates alternatives, and recommends effective courses of action and modifications to plant operations; researches and evaluates new equipment and makes budgetary recommendations as appropriate. + Monitors equipment operations and coordinates maintenance activities to ensure compliance with established standards and regulations. QUALIFICATIONS Education: Possession of a high school diploma or GED Experience: Two (2) years of lead experience in the operation of a water distribution facility at a level equivalent to the City's class of Senior Water Systems Operator. Other Requirements : Must possess and maintain the following: + A valid Class C California driver’s license. + Possession of a Hazardous Materials Endorsement from the California Department of Motor Vehicles prior to completion of one-year probationary period. + A valid California Grade IV (D-4) Water Distribution Operator Certificate and a Grade II (T-2) Water Treatment Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB). (Possession of a California Grade V (D-5) Water Distribution Operator Certificate and a Grade III (T-3) Water Treatment Certificate is desirable). + Must obtain and maintain a valid Backflow Tester certification within 2 years of appointment. + Must obtain and maintain a Cross Connection Control Specialist certification within 2 years of appointment. + Must successfully complete the designated number of contact hours (e.g. continuing education/training requirements) as determined by the SWRCB. Certification is required as a condition of continued employment with the City of Stockton. Failure to comply with SWRCB regulations pertaining to Distribution Operator Certification will result in termination of employment. + Must be willing to assume responsibility for 24-hour operations in assigned area of responsibility or respond to emergency situations in off-hours as required. + Must be able to respond within 45 minutes to assigned work area. Knowledge of : + Operation of modern water distribution facilities; + Theories, principles, methods, and equipment used in water production, distribution, construction, maintenance, and repair work; to include underground utility construction/maintenance, valving, hydrants, backflow requirements and specifications, and related appurtenances; + Physics and water hydraulics related to pumping and distribution; + Principles and practices of supervision, including planning, scheduling, training, and evaluation functions; + Principles and practices of budget development and administration; + State and federal regulations pertaining to the work; + Pertinent safety practices; + Water treatment quality control chemistry and microbiology, including biological and biochemical reactions; + Computer and systems applications used in water treatment and distribution processes to include Computer Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), and meter reading technology; and + Cathodic protection. Skill in : + Interpreting piping and distribution maps and diagrams; + Reading and interpreting complex procedures and written instructions; + Planning, organizing, scheduling, controlling, and coordinating quality control activities; + Selecting and evaluating employees and effectively handling training, discipline, and complaint resolution functions; + Analyzing operating problems and evaluating alternative solutions and making sound recommendations; + Developing and implementing quality control training and other ongoing programs related to the functions of the assigned section; + Preparing clear, complete, and concise correspondence, technical reports, and other written materials; + Operating standard office equipment, including a personal computer; + Operating various motorized hand and power tools; + Developing work standards and evaluating personnel needs; + Performing quality control and cost control tests for the treatment process; including water sampling; and + Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work. Physical/Mental Abilities: + Mobility-Frequent sitting and walking for long periods of time; occasional bending, kneeling or squatting, climbing, crawling, and twisting; + Lifting/Carrying–Occasional lifting up to 75 pounds; + Vision-Constant use of overall vision; frequent reading and close-up work, color and depth vision; ability to read and see PC screens; ability to read and produce printed material and information displayed on a visual display terminal; + Dexterity-Constant repetitive motion; typing, fingering, writing; grasping, holding, and reaching; + Hearing/Talking–Ability to detect specific noises, proper equipment, operation; ability to understand what people are saying in normal conversation, over the telephone, frequently over noises; + Mental/Emotional-Frequent decision-making, concentration; and co-worker contact; occasional working alone; ability to work with the public, exercise sound judgment and handle stressful situations; + Environmental/Working Conditions–Occasional to frequent exposure to noise and outdoor conditions; occasional to moderate risk of exposure to hazardous materials i.e. dirt, dust, gas, smoke, fumes, poor ventilation; exposure to extremes in temperature, humidity or wetness; working in heights; work with bio-hazards such as blood borne pathogens, sewage, waste, etc.; and working around equipment and machinery; and + Special Requirements–Must be willing to work weekends, overtime as required and off-hours in stand-by and emergency situations. This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirement of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant when possible. The Examination: Applicants who qualify in terms of relevant work experience and education, that best meet the needs of the City, will be invited to participate in the examination process, which may include a written exam or an oral examination with a written component weighted 100%. However, the City reserves the right to utilize alternative testing methods if deemed necessary. Candidates must receive a minimum passing score of 70%, as determined by the relative performance of all candidates in all portions of the examination. In the event of identical ratings, candidates' names will be arranged in order of application date/time, and, if the same, then arranged alphabetically. ALL APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRES MUST BE COMPLETED FULLY AND SUBMITTED ON AN OFFICIAL CITY OF STOCKTON APPLICATION FORM. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRES WILL BE REJECTED AND CANNOT BE REVISED AFTER SUBMITTAL ON OR BEFORE THE FINAL FILING DATE. POSTMARKS, FACSIMILES, AND PHOTOCOPIES OF THE CITY'S EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. RESUMÉS ARE WELCOMED BUT SHOULD BE SUBMITTED AS ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ONLY. PLEASE DO NOT STATE "REFER TO RESUME". The information in this announcement concerning the terms and conditions of employment does not constitute either an express or implied contract, and these provisions are subject to change. NOTES: + After on-line submittal, immediate notification will appear on your screen indicating your application has been received. Please print this notice as proof of filing. + Notices and correspondence will be sent via email only. No paper notices will be mailed to applicants. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure a correct email address is provided and that correspondence is received. + NeoGov.com: You will receive correspondence via the e-mail address you placed on your application. Some e-mail accounts have been known to place these e-mails in the spam/junk file. Please check your e-mail folders or accept e-mails ending with neogov.com. In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all City of Stockton employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath. This position is subject to the Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) annual filing requirements. Please see the FPPC website, www.fppc.ca.gov, for more information. The City of Stockton requires employees in this position to reasonably respond to emergencies at all times. Employees will be required to maintain primary residence within 45 minutes of City Hall in order to timely respond to emergencies and meet the health, safety, and welfare needs of the City. New employees have up to three (3) months from date of hire to comply with the requirement. Any interested candidate must be willing to adhere to this requirement throughout the duration of employment.