Conservation Project Manager Jobs in Raleigh, NC

Position Description Work, Serve, Thrive. With the City of Durham Advance in your career while making a real difference in the community you serve. Hiring Range: $71,304 - $90,907 Work Day/Hours: 7:00 a.m

- 3:30 p.m. More than 350 talented, dedicated employees in the City of Durham's Water Management Department work to keep safe drinking water flowing throughout the City and manage wastewater effectively. We lead long-term water and wastewater planning and infrastructure development, regularly treat and test systems for environmental compliance, and engage the public in water conservation to ensure all of our customers have clean, safe water every time they turn on the tap

If you share our passion for managing vital water resources, bring your skills and talent to Durham. The City of Durham, North Carolina, Department of Water Management, is seeking an Assistant Superintendent at our South Durham Water Reclamation Facility located at 6605 Farrington Road, Chapel Hill. The South Durham Water Treatment Facility has a nominal daily flow of 11 MGD, wet weather peak flows of approximately 50 MG.

The Assistant Superintendent is devoted to the management oversight of water and wastewater treatment operations. As assigned, will lead and supervise the daily and tactical operations of treatment plant maintenance and operations. Responsible for ensuring preventative, predictive and emergency maintenance is performed at the facility; implementing work plans; assisting with budget preparation and monitoring and approving expenditures; overseeing performance management activities; managing equipment acquisition; directing safety programs; participating in the management of construction, maintenance, and repair projects; and assisting the Superintendent with management of the Division.

Supervises support staff including conducting performance evaluations, coordinating training, and implementing hiring, discipline, and termination procedures. Duties/Responsibilities Supervises treatment plant staff, including planning, assigning, evaluating work and training; plans and implements process improvements; ensures preventative, predictive, and emergency maintenance is performed on assigned facilities and equipment; convenes and facilitates meetings; and ensures compliance with applicable safety and operational regulations, policies, and procedures. Assists with budget preparation; manages equipment acquisition; monitors and assists with approving expenditures; researches and analyzes product, price, vendor, and other financial and operational information; prepares cost estimates; inspects inventory levels and equipment to determine purchase, repair, or replacement requirements; and makes budget and purchasing recommendations.

Prepares, oversees the preparation of, reports, memos, plans, presentations, records, and other documentation; oversees the maintenance of databases and online systems; researches and analyzes information; reports findings and makes recommendations; and reviews work and the work of others for accuracy, completeness and compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures. Collaborates with higher-level staff, contractors, the public, and other City departments, and/or external agencies; attends meetings and workshops; assists with managing department operations and developing department goals and policies; responds to inquiries and concerns; prepares and conducts presentation; provides technical assistance; and/or coordinates and facilitates projects. Minimum Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree or equivalent, in water resources, environmental science, engineering, or a directly related field Five years of related experience.

Must have a North Carolina Grade III Biological Operator Certification (or greater) at time of hire, (if currently have a Grade III, must be willing and able to obtain a North Carolina Grade IV Biological Operator Certification within 12 months of start date) Additional Preferred Skills North Carolina Maintenance Technologist certification NC Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Proficiency with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)