Wastewater Program Manager (Program Manager)

Position Description

This posting will be used to fill a full time position in the Bureau of Utility Operations in the Department of Public Works. This position will oversee and manage the wastewater support services group such as wet well cleaning and ARV (air release valve) program's within the Wastewater Operations Division of the Bureau of Utility Operations. This position will also perform engineering review and support for Bio-solids Regional Facility, WRFs (Water Reclamation Facilities) and SPSs (Sewage Pumping Stations) capital upgrades, WRF Stormwater permitting and compliance. Will also serve as the wastewater liaison for all grant support needs. Responsible for a crew of nine and an office support assistant

Work Location: Patuxent Water Reclamation Facility - 1640 Professional Blvd, Crofton MD21114 (Old Admin Building)

NATURE AND VARIETY OF WORK This is professional work directing on or more operational programs and projects. It will oversee and manage the following programs in the Wastewater Administration division of the Bureau of Utility Operations, namely; Managed Aquifer Recharge (MAR), Bio-solids regional facility, sewage pumping station capital upgrades, septage receiving, nutrient credit registration tracking and management, Water Reclamation Facilities (WRF) performance tracking, grant management and support, compliance as it relates to WRF reporting (DMRs), and WRF and Sewage Pumping Stations (SPS) research and development.

Examples Of Duties And Knowledge, Skills And Abilities (May not include all duties performed) This position is responsible for the following:

Managing, providing technical guidance, acting as liaison with State and Federal agencies to ensure regulatory compliance, and reviewing monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) submissions and tracking all nutrient discharges by all County-owned WRFs.

Overseeing the Managed Aquifer Recharge Program (MAR) Managing the Bio-solids regional facility

Liaison for Sewage Pumping Station capital projects Liaison for all grant management and support needs

Septage receiving program to include set up, implementation, site evaluation, and operation

Research, development, and innovation in the sanitary collection system, and water reclamation facilities

Preparation of routine and special reports, including annual nutrient credit tracking and registration as well as other key metrics as needed.

Performs related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations which apply to provisions and limitations of program to which assigned.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices or techniques of program development, implementation, management and evaluation.
• Knowledge of the general principles of procurement, contract management, and personnel administration, as required.
• Knowledge of Federal and/or State grant funding requirements and regulations, as required.
• Skill in leading assigned employees, providing instruction, and reviewing their work.
• Skill in explaining and defending ideas and positions, both orally and in writing, and in persuading individuals and groups to support assigned program activities or decisions.
• Ability to conduct analytical studies and make recommendations concerning effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of assigned program(s).
• Ability to deal tactfully, effectively and equitably with people.
• Ability to attend meetings or perform work at locations outside the office if necessary.

Minimum Qualifications Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university; and four (4) or more years of experience in Engineering and Program Management with Water or Wastewater Operations

Note: The graduation from an accredited four-year college or university may be substituted on a year-for-year basis with up to four (4) years of experience, for a total of eight (8) or more years of experience in Engineering and Program Management with Water or Wastewater Operations

Note: Accredited University or College is the recognition from an accrediting agency that an institution maintains a certain level of educational standards. The U.S. Department of Education maintains a database of accrediting agencies it recognizes for schools within the United States.

Supplemental Qualifications Preference will be given to candidates with the following:

• A degree in environmental science, engineering or a related field

• Experience with wastewater-related programs and projects

• Five or more years’ experience in Engineering/Program Management involving Wastewater Operations

• Medical/Health Insurance Plans

• BlueChoice Advantage EPO

• BlueChoice Advantage PPO

• Dental Insurance

• CIGNA Dental PPO (Buy-Up)

• CIGNA Dental PPO (CORE)

• CIGNA Dental HMO (DHMO)

• Vision Insurance

• EyeMed

• Employee Life Insurance

• Term insurance of up to 2 times salary ($100,000 maximum) for employees at no cost.

• Ability to purchase Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance

• Disability Income Insurance

• Pension Plan

• Normal retirement after 30 years of service or Age 60 and 10 years of service or election to enroll in the Employees Retirement Savings Plan.

• Deferred Compensation Section 457 Plan

• Direct Deposit

• Credit Union

• Holidays

• Twelve days provided per year, thirteen in general election year

• Annual Leave

• Less than 3 years - 13 days

• 3 to less than 15 years - 20 days

• 15 years or more - 26 days

• Disability Leave

• Accrual at a rate of 15 days a year

• Personal Leave Day, 5 per calendar year

• Leave Sharing

• Employee Assistance Program

• Free, confidential counseling for employee and family members 4X per year per problem per family member; also counseling on legal and financial issues; assistance in locating childcare and elder care

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Dependent Care Reimbursement

• Health Care Reimbursement

• Voluntary Benefits

• Provides you an opportunity to enroll in any or all of the benefits listed below with the convenience of payroll deduction

• Universal Life Insurance with Long Term Care Rider

• United Legal Benefits

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The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to accurately and completely respond to each question by providing the information asked in each question. Your responses will be used to initially determine your qualifications and eligibility for this position. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME" IN RESPONSE TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS. This response and a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. THIS MEANS YOU WILL BE INELIGIBLE FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION IN THIS RECRUITMENT PROCESS. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess a four-year degree from an accredited four-year college or university?

03

• Note: Accredited University or College is the recognition from an accrediting agency that an institution maintains a certain level of educational standards. The U.S. Department of Education maintains a database of accrediting agencies it recognizes for schools within the United States. For a University or College outside the United States, the applicant must provide documentation of accreditation and educational equivalency, which can be accomplished through a credential evaluation service. Applicants with a foreign degree must provide this documentation upon the close of the announcement. Have you attached the appropriate documentation to verify your education?
• Yes
• No

04

Note: The graduation from an accredited four-year college or university may be substituted on a year-for-year basis with up to four (4) years of experience, for a total of eight (8) or more years of experience in Engineering and Program Management with Water or Wastewater Operations. Does this apply to you?

• Yes
• No

05

If you answered "yes" to the question above, please explain how you possess this experience to include position title, length of time in position, and MAJOR duties. This information MUST be reflected in your application. Do Not Respond with "See Resume".

06

Do you possess four (4) or more years of experience in Engineering and Program Management with Water or Wastewater Operations?

• Yes
• No

07

Please indicate how you possess this experience by including relevant employers, positions held, duties performed, and dates of employment. This information should also be reflected in your application.

08

Do you have a degree in environmental science, engineering or a related field?

• Yes
• No

09

If you indicated "Yes" please provide the Degree, Dates Award, University/College Attended, and any relevant information.

10

Do you have experience with wastewater related programs and projects?

• Yes
• No

11

Please indicate how you possess this experience by including relevant employers, positions held, duties performed, and dates of employment. This information should also be reflected in your application.

12

Do you have five or more years' experience in Engineering/Program Management involving Wastewater Operations?

• Yes
• No

13

Please indicate how you possess this experience by including relevant employers, positions held, duties performed, and dates of employment. This information should also be reflected in your application.

14

Did a county employee refer you? If yes, indicate their name, department and badge/id number. If you weren't referred by an Employee indicate N/A.

• Required Question