Deputy General Manager - Natural Gas, Water, and Wastewater Utilities

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

High School Diploma or GED Certificate.

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related.

Engineer-In-Training designation.

Professional Engineering license.

Water Treatment level 4 certification.

Wastewater Treatment level 4 certification.

Water Distribution system level 4 certification.

Wastewater Collection system level 3 certification.

USDOT Natural Gas Operation's certification, or advanced water or wastewater management certification are preferred.

A combination of 10 years' experience in water, wastewater, and natural gas utilities engineering, construction, and operations.

Served 5 years in a management capacity.

Valid State Driver's License required (subject to motor record review).

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES:

Work collaboratively with NTUA's Safety and Training department to maintain and enhance the company's Safety and Training programs.

Improve staff effectiveness by counseling, training and recommending corrective action for employees; planning, delegating, monitoring, and appraising job tasks and results in a timely manner.

Oversee the supervision of personnel, which includes work allocation, time approval, hiring, training, orientation, and problem resolution; evaluates performance and makes recommendations for personnel actions; motivates employees to achieve peak productivity and performance.

Develop measurable performance expectations for assigned staff according to department goals and objectives.

Oversee and ensure compliance with the rules, regulations, and policies of enforcement agencies applicable to water, wastewater, and natural gas utility operations.

Achieve financial objectives by preparing and administering annual budget; reviews and approves expenses, write offs and work order funding and process; presenting and justifying budget recommendations to appropriate personnel.

Oversee and lead the development and preparation of immediate, short-term and long-range plans and budgets based upon goals and growth objectives concerning the water, wastewater, and natural gas utilities.

Oversee asset management, operational performance, maintenance, repair and replacement, emergency response, regulatory compliance, workforce: safety, development, training and leadership programs, strategic planning, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.

Ensure safe, reliable, efficient, and continuous optimization of plant processes, SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems, and asset management programs.

Oversee 24/7 emergency response protocols for main breaks, sewer overflows, treatment plant malfunctions, natural gas leaks, pipeline incidents, and service interruptions.

Ensure all facilities strictly comply with local, state, and federal environmental mandates (such as EPA, state water quality boards, and OSHA safety standards).

Oversee required laboratory testing, data monitoring, discharge permits, and official agency reporting for water and wastewater operations, and required inspection, testing, documentation, reporting, and regulatory compliance activities associated with natural gas utility operations.

Oversee natural gas pipeline safety programs, including operations and maintenance, emergency response, operator qualification, damage prevention, integrity management, public awareness, leak management, and other applicable regulatory programs.

Provide leadership and oversight for utility emergency preparedness and response, including coordination with regulatory agencies, emergency responders, contractors, customers, communities, and other stakeholders during significant water, wastewater, or natural gas incidents.

Prioritize and schedule infrastructure upgrades, equipment replacements, and long-term expansion projects.

Evaluate system condition, operational risks, regulatory requirements, customer needs, and projected growth to establish priorities for utility capital improvements and infrastructure replacement.

Establish and maintain satisfactory customer and public relations, through direct or delegated contacts with respective individuals or groups.

Prepare and/or assist with the preparation of scheduled and/or ad hoc statistical and narrative reports; performs information gathering and analysis and/or forecasting, as specifically directed.

Maintain professional and technical knowledge by: conducting research; attending seminars, educational workshops, classes, and conferences; reviewing professional publications; establishing networks; participating in professional societies; and conferring with representatives of contracting agencies and related organizations.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Navajo Preference

Navajo Veteran Preference

This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.