Program and Operations Supervisor, Senior*

The City of Richmond Department of Public Utilities is seeking a qualified Program and Operations Supervisor, Senior. The selected incumbent will be responsible for managing the teams that operate and maintain the City of Richmond Water Distributions System. This system includes 1200 miles of water main, 27,000+ valves and 6,500+ hydrants. Incumbents supervise staff; set program goals, objectives, and standards; plan and monitor programs for progress towards objectives. They will oversee changes in policies and procedures; oversee the maintenance of equipment; participate in special projects. coordinate with clients, peers, the community, and other agencies; manage contracts as well as financial and performance data; and prepare reports.

Managing/supervising staff responsible for the water distribution system operation and maintenance

Managing Capital Improvement Projects

Preparing reports for regulatory compliance

Conducting tours as needed

Preparing briefing materials for senior management

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, or field related to assignment

Five years of journey-level professional experience in area related to assignment (Water Transmissions Systems)

An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Ten (10) years of progressively responsible related experience that includes significant experience with water transmissions systems;

The preferred candidate will have five (5) years inspection experience in water transmission system operations;

Experience working in public utilities, public works and/or environmental regulatory agencies is a plus; to include the Virginia Health Department, Department of Environmental Quality and the Environment Protection Agency.

Eight (8) years of supervisory and leadership experience.

Six (6) years managing Capital Improvement Projects with the ability to see and convey the big picture concerning short and long term projects and goals;

Experience with Microsoft Office Suite programs;

LICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Some assignments may require a valid Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record and a valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License within 30 days of hire.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
TYPICAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: These are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.

Knowledge (some combination of the following):

Accounting, budgeting, accounts payable/receivable

Computer programs such as Microsoft Office Suite

Cultural development

Data analysis

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