Director - Treatment Operations

Job Description:

Director - Treatment Operations

Description

Grade 24 - Starting annual salary: $129,251.00. Rate of pay depends on qualifications.

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Director - Treatment Operations is responsible for operations of the water recycling centers, odor control and recycled water distribution facilities. The Director provides oversight, management control, and overall direction for all work activities within the assigned program scope.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Supervises, selects, develops, trains, mentors and evaluates personnel.
• Develops and executes the annual Operations and Maintenance (O&M) budgets for assigned area.
• Coordinates and directs support activities such as Capital Improvement Project (CIP) planning, contractual services, material procurement, and engineering services.
• Develops and implements policies/procedures leading to the successful operation and maintenance of facilities and process equipment.
• Interviews, contracts and manages consultants and contractors to design and build system improvements.
• Examines data and prepares reports for a variety of regulatory agencies; serves as SAWS representative with federal and state regulators.
• Develops and participates in complex planning efforts such as Master Plans, Strategic Plans, and annual Business Plans.
• Manages emergency projects to ensure service, system and budget integrity.
• Evaluates complex data and prepares technical reports.
• Develops measures to analyze and improve department’s overall efficiency.
• Develops and monitors safety and training requirements for personnel.
• Represents department and coordinates with other groups, utility agencies, citizens, rate payers, neighborhood associations, and environmental advocates regarding wastewater, odor control, and recycled water issues.

• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships and public relations including preparing and delivering presentations to the board, large groups and the public.

• Applies and interprets principles, practices, and terminology specific to departmental functions for Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) controls and Distributed Control Systems (DCS).
• Applies generally accepted business management and public administration principles and practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

DECISION MAKING

• This position works under limited supervision.
• May represent Vice President or act on their behalf during their absence.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in science, Engineering, Business or Public Administration, or related field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency plus eight (8) years’ progressively responsible experience in budgeting, management, supervision, and water / wastewater operations;
• Five (5) years’ experience supervising personnel, project development, budgeting, and strategic planning in a 24-hour large industrial or large wastewater treatment operating environment.
• TCEQ Class “A” Wastewater Operator License.
• Proficient in the use of word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, and financial software.
• Valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License.

OR

• High School Diploma or GED and ten (10) years’ progressively responsible experience in wastewater operations.
• Five (5) years’ experience supervising personnel, project development, budgeting, and strategic planning in a 24-hour large industrial or large wastewater treatment operating environment.
• TCEQ Class “A” Wastewater Operator License.
• Proficient in the use of word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, and financial software.
• Valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in Science, Engineering, Business or Public Administration, or related field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency.
• Registered Environmental Manager.
• Licensed as Professional Engineer in the State of Texas, or if licensed in another state, must obtain the Texas license within 12 months in position.

JOB DIMENSIONS

• Skill in using word processing, spreadsheet, database, computerized maintenance management system and presentation software.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal staff and external contacts, including executive management, Board of Trustees, contractors, consultants, local, state and federal leaders and representatives.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to train and mentor employees.
• Ability to exhibit high standards of business and personal ethical conduct, leadership, teamwork, positive attitude, initiative and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work hours other than the regular daytime schedule such as nights, weekends, and holidays under emergency response situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Working conditions are primarily in an office environment and occasionally field visits. Working conditions for field visits are primarily outside with frequent exposure to inclement weather; wastewater; mechanical, chemical and confined space hazards; high voltage equipment; offensive fumes; excessive noise; heavy traffic; deep excavations; and animals, snakes and poisonous insects. May also operate a company vehicle on a daily basis.

San Antonio Water System values the contributions of all its employees, providing them the best in compensation and benefits. The benefits package is designed to attract and retain a workforce of qualified employees who share a responsibility in providing quality water to 1 million consumers.
From an affordable medical and dental plan to life-sustaining retirement and insurance plans, we offer benefits that reward employees for their commitment to a challenging career at SAWS. Employee benefits include the following:

• Competitive, market-based salaries
• Performance-based incentives
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Life insurance
• Prescription drug program
• Vision care plan
• Two retirement plans
• Deferred compensation plans (457 plan)
• Disability income
• Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal)
• Education assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible, tax-deferred health and dependent care spending accounts
• Wellness programs
• On-Site Fitness Facilities
• Community service opportunities

Closing Date/Time: 12/28/2025 11:59 PM Central

Salary:

$129,251.00 - $231,379.00 Annually