Lander Street Water Renewal Facility Manager

The City of Boise is seeking an experienced leader to serve as the Lander Street Water Renewal Facility Manager, overseeing the people, operations and maintenance of one of Boise’s critical public infrastructure facilities. This position leads a diverse team of operations and maintenance professionals responsible for protecting public health and the Boise River while ensuring the facility operates safely, reliably and in compliance with environmental requirements.

It’s an exciting time to join the Lander Street team as the facility undergoes significant infrastructure upgrades that will modernize nearly every aspect of its operations. The Facility Manager will work closely with operations, maintenance, engineering, project and program teams across the City to coordinate this work while maintaining safe and effective day-to-day operations. We’re looking for a strong people leader who can bring teams together, prioritize safety and operational excellence, and help guide the facility through its next generation of investment and improvement.

Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• Bachelor’s degree, coursework, or trade certification in water resource management, environmental science, utility management or related field
• Eight years of progressively responsible experience including supervisory and administrative experience in the operation and maintenance of a large wastewater treatment facility
• Or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Licensing And Other Requirements

• Valid state-issued driver’s license.

• Wastewater Treatment Operator’s Level IV license issued by the Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licenses (IBOL), within six months of appointment.

• Ability to obtain and comply with annual continuing education requirement for license renewal.

Special Requirements
Applicants must be able to pass:

• City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
• Driving Record Check
• Drug Free Workplace: In accordance with the City of Boise Drug Free Workplace Regulation, this position is designated as safety sensitive and is subject to testing requirements including Post Offer Applicant Testing, Random Testing, Reasonable Suspicion, Post - Accident, etc. Applicants will be required to submit to screening for illegal drug use prior to hire. Appointment to this position is contingent upon a negative pre-employment drug test.
• This position is required to handle hazardous materials that if mishandled, place the general public at risk of serious injury.

Why the City of Boise?

The benefits are real and among the best in the Treasure Valley:

• 100% Employer paid medical coverage for you and your family.
• PERSI retirement (11.96% Employer Contribution) plus employer-matched 401(k)/457b
• 10 hours vacation/month (grows with tenure), 12 paid holidays, and 8 hours sick leave/month
• 10 weeks paid parental leave
• $500 annual wellbeing incentive
• Tuition reimbursement and free local bus pass
• Basic life and long-term disability insurance at no cost

Disclaimer: This job posting may close earlier than the listed closing date. If this occurs, a minimum of 24 hours’ notice will be provided prior to closing. Applications received for this recruitment may be used to fill similar vacancies within the City of Boise as they occur.Manages the work of professional, technical and/or other staff; determines organizational structure, staffing needs and work strategies; ensures adequate resources are available for staff to perform work duties; and ensures that assigned operations and activities comply with organizational goals and objectives.

Plans, organizes and manages the daily operations and maintenance activities of one or more complex, industrial public works utilities. Ensures business goals are met within all regulations and laws. Provides technical expertise and oversight for a wide range of technologies, disciplines and processes. Coordinates and directs the on-site activities of multi-department and multi-agency projects and programs.

Performs financial management of significant capital assets and annual budgets. Oversees and administers service contracts and lease agreements, evaluates competitive bids and selects vendors and suppliers.

Participates in long-range department and facility planning, project design and development of goals and objectives. Reviews, interprets and provides technical advice on engineering design, technical memorandum and departmental correspondence. Researches emerging trends and technologies. Selects and implements new programs and processes. 

Develops and administers operational and safety procedures, best management practices, emergency, security and data management plans. Reviews and advises on policy administration and development. 

Facilitates, coordinates and develops inter-agency and public relations. Responds to public inquiries and complaints. Ensures facilities are safe and accessible for public tours and educational activities. Attends irrigation district, neighborhood and home owner association meetings. 

Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.Additional Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

Knowledge of:

• Methods, practices and technologies used in operating and maintaining a large, industrial wastewater treatment facility
• Federal, state and local laws pertaining to environmental water quality standards and regulations
• Theories, principles and methods of civil engineering as applied to the design and construction of industrial facilities
• Physical, chemical, biological and technological concepts of wastewater treatment and nutrient recovery processes
• Administrative principles and methods including program development and implementation
• Industrial hazards and safe working practices
• Blueprints reading and Operations and Maintenance (O&M) manuals and technical writings
• Computer usage including related software.

Ability to:

• Plan, assign, direct and coordinate the work of others
• Analyze complex lab and operational data and implement effective process control changes
• Exercise independent judgment and initiative
• Communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance
• Perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without reasonable accommodation.

Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training
Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, engineering, chemical or biological sciences, math, public or business administration or a closely related field and ten years of progressively responsible experience including five years of supervisory experience in the operation and maintenance of a large wastewater treatment facility.


The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Efforts
While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally lifting/carrying up to 20 pounds. Also, the employee is occasionally pushing/pulling up to 35 pounds. The noise level is occasionally moderate. Work includes sensory ability to talk and hear. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Employees will sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach and grasp. Position requires hand/finger dexterity.

Working Environment
The work environment will include inside conditions, outdoor weather conditions, extreme temperatures, in wet and humid conditions, areas of dust, odors, mist and gases or other airborne matter. Employees are exposed to mechanical and electrical hazards and work in/at heights. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position. Work includes protected exposure to infectious bacteria, bodily fluids and chemicals. Employees work in industrial areas and are exposed to mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and vehicle hazards. Employees and are subject to slip hazards caused from ice/snow in winter, wet floors, uneven and undeveloped work surfaces. May work at remote or isolated facilities a considerable distance from supporting resources.
This position works: after hours, weekends and holidays as warranted by business necessity.