TEMP - Sr. Professional

Summary Responsible for maintaining the integrity of the Water Distribution System and providing 24-hour/7-day per week/365 day per year call center and dispatch operations for water utility trouble calls. Also, responsible for serving as municipal 311 operator for after hour calls. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Performs in lead system operator role by providing supervisory and oversight of junior systems operations staff.Serve as the point position to support evening and late night operation in making decisions that assist the operational performance and management of the system.Offer productivity improvement suggestions to the Water Production Supervisor based on observations and communication with system operators.Maintain departmental optimum water pressure to all areas of the City at all times.Monitor water inflow, outflow, tank/tower levels, and pressure throughout the water system.Monitor Wastewater Collection System Lift Station operations data for 24 hour/7day per week/365 day per year operation.Provide 24 hour/7day per week/365 day per year Water Utility operations and dispatching management support activities.Provide after hour non-stand-by Animal Control dispatching and call management support activities for the municipality.Provide 24 hour/7day per week/365 day per year intra-City after hour non- emergency support activities for the municipality. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)Class C - Water Distribution Operator LicenseClass II – Wastewater Collection License5 years experience Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Preferred Qualifications Education/ Experience: High School Diploma plus 1 year advanced study5-7 years experience as a Water Systems OperatorKnowledge, Skills & Abilities: Comprehensive knowledge of water system operations and proceduresComprehensive knowledge of general dispatch operationsComprehensive knowledge of municipal governmentSkill in providing supervisory oversightSkill to develop and implement work schedules for 24/7 operationsSkill to assess and make recommendations to management based on personnel and policy developmentSkill in basic computer operationsSkill in operating various functions of a water distribution systemAbility to work a flexible schedule Licenses and Certifications Class C - Water Distribution Operator LicenseClass II – Wastewater Collection LicenseValid Class C Texas driver's license Physical Requirements / Work Environment The work environment and physical demands 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. The incumbent works in a typical office environment; relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.