ASSISTANT HOUSTON WATER OPERATIONS MANAGER

Job Description:

ASSISTANT HOUSTON WATER OPERATIONS MANAGER

Description

POSITION OVERVIEW


A pplications accepted from: ALL PESONS INTERESTED

Service Line/Section: Houston Water/ Drinking Water Operations
Reporting Location: Various Locations
Workdays & Hours: Monday-Friday; 7:00 am - 4:00 pm*
* Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Houston Public Works Department is seeking candidates who can:

• Manage the surface water operations control center.
• Assist Operations manager in directing and managing public works operations, related activities and personnel in control center and field operations.
• Act as a backup to surface water operations supervisors as needed.
• Plan, organize, schedule, direct, and review various operations, facilities and personnel to ensure implementation and completion.
• Coordinates work of sections and works cooperatively with other divisions, outside agencies, and consultants, including Project Advisor and Design Build Team.
• Reviews and critiques methods and procedures regularly to maintain and improve efficient area operations; evaluates individual and group performance and makes or recommends needed improvements.
• Maintains current knowledge of technological and legislative changes which affect specific activities and initiates actions made necessary by such changes.
• Maintains records and reports of work scheduled and accomplished.
• Provides input for decision-making and planning.
• Supervises the preparation of budget estimates; plans personnel allotments; maintains budget control over personnel and materials.
• Implements emergency preparedness plan and gives personal attention to emergency and special problems; responds to complaints or inquiries from the public, City officials or agencies.
• Oversees preparation of purchase orders, researches to determine specifications, contacts and discusses needs with vendors.
• Identifies need for supply agreements; forecasts supply needs to ensure availability.
• Implements and monitors technical and safety training. Makes presentations in training/safety sessions

WORKING CONDITIONS
This position involves considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting of heavy objects (up to 80 pounds) on a highly frequent basis and/or assuming awkward positions for long periods of time. There are occasional exposures to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture and air pollution.

This is a Department of Public Works Emergency Management Position at the Tier I Level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires an Associate's degree or certification/licensing in a technical specialty program of over 18 months and up to 3 years duration are characteristic of this level.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Six (6) years of progressively responsible experience closely related to the activities of the Houston Water operations are required.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Texas Class "B" Water or Wastewater Operator's certificate appropriate to position location may be required, i.e. surface water, groundwater, distribution, maintenance wastewater plant, wastewater.

Requires a valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to the applicant with a TCEQ Class "A" Surface Water Operator's license and experience managing a 24-hour control center.

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None
However, the department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: Yes
This position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade 26

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov .

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or please call 832-393-6120.

"If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-6120. (TTY 7-1-1).

"If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, with specific instructions, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required.

EEO Equal Employment Opportunity
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

Closing Date/Time: 3/8/2026 11:59 PM Central

Salary:

$46.36 - $47.79 Hourly