Manager, Treatment

Job Description Job Title: Manager, Treatment Posting Start Date: 10/13/26 Job Description: Position Information $83,550.00 - $130,380.00.00 annually The base salary range represents a good faith salary range for this position. This position is eligible for annual incentive pay and has the opportunity for continued salary growth. If you are hired at American Water your base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as market, geography, skills, education, and/or experience. At American Water, we are committed to pay equity. In addition to compensation, you will be offered a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k),Defined Contribution Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, plus disability, paid time off, life insurance, voluntary benefits, health and wellness programs and much more! American Water is also proud to offer employees learning opportunities and work experiences to grow professionally! Primary Role American Water is current seeking a Manager, Treatment in our Bridgewater, NJ location. The Manager, Treatment is responsible for providing leadership, direction, and oversight for water and/or wastewater treatment operations to ensure the safe, reliable, and compliant production of drinking water and treatment of wastewater. Key Accountabilities Lead treatment operations to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and company standardsProvide leadership and development for supervisors, operators, and technical staff, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellenceDevelop and manage operating and capital budgets; monitor financial performance and implement strategies to achieve business plan objectivesDirect treatment process optimization initiatives to improve water quality, operational efficiency, resiliency, and cost effectivenessOversee maintenance, reliability, and lifecycle management programs for treatment facilities and critical infrastructurePartner with Engineering, Water Quality, Distribution, Environmental Compliance, and other internal stakeholders to support capital improvement projects and operational prioritiesEnsure effective emergency preparedness, security, risk mitigation, and business continuity planning for treatment facilitiesBuild productive relationships with regulatory agencies, community stakeholders, and local government officialsAnalyze operational, compliance, and performance data to identify trends and implement corrective actions and continuous improvement opportunitiesEnsure adherence to company policies, labor agreements, safety requirements, and reporting obligations Education/Experience Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Operations Management, Business, or a related technical discipline10+ years’ experience with a bachelor’s degree or 16+ years’ experience without a bachelor’s degree in utility operations3+ years’ experience leading, supervising, or coordinating operational teams in a regulated utility, municipal, or industrial environmentExperience managing compliance, safety, and operational performance objectivesExperience developing operating budgets and supporting capital investment programs preferred Knowledge/Skills Comprehensive knowledge of water and/or wastewater treatment processes, operations, and regulatory requirementsKnowledge of federal, state, and local environmental and public health regulations governing treatment operationsKnowledge of utility operations, environmental compliance, public health standards, and asset management principlesKnowledge of financial management, budgeting, capital planning, and performance metricsWorking knowledge of labor relations, employee development, and workforce planning practicesKnowledge of emergency response, risk management, and business continuity principlesLeadership and employee developmentRegulatory and environmental compliance managementBudgeting and financial managementProcess optimization and problem-solvingProject coordination and capital improvement supportEffective written and verbal communicationStakeholder and regulatory relationship managementDecision-making in fast-paced operational environments Certifications & Licenses State-issued Water Treatment and/or Wastewater Treatment Operator License appropriate for the system classification, or ability to obtain within a specified timeframeValid driver's license Travel Requirements Local and occasional regional travel, as required