Wastewater Treatment Plant Manager

Under direction, develops, plans and oversees the operation and maintenance of Washoe County’s wastewater reclamation plants; and performs related work as required.

This is an Open Competitive/Countywide Promotional recruitment being conducted to fill a current full-time vacancy in the Community Services Department. The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

For more information on this position, please see the Job Specification at https://www.washoecounty.gov/humanresources/Careers/jobspecs.php

Four years of progressively responsible experience in wastewater treatment/reclamation in a Nevada Grade IV Wastewater Treatment Plant including one year of supervisory or lead experience AND an associate degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering, environmental engineering, chemistry, biology or a closely related field; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Graduation from high school or possession of a General Education Development (G.E.D.) Certificate, per NAC 445A.2862.
 
License Or Certificate
A valid Class “C” State of Nevada Driver's License is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained for continued employment in this classification.

A Nevada Grade III Wastewater Plant Operator certificate is required at the time of application and must be maintained for continued employment in this classification.

A Nevada Grade IV Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate must be obtained within six (6) months of appointment and must be maintained for continued employment in this classification.

The Ideal Candidate Will: 

• Possess strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills; be collaborative, approachable, accountable, and skilled at building productive relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Have extensive knowledge of wastewater treatment and water reclamation processes, plant operations, laboratory testing, and regulatory compliance with a strong commitment to public health, safety and environmental stewardship.
• Use sound judgment and data-driven decision making to analyze operational trends, laboratory results, and process information to optimize plant performance, improve efficiency, and ensure permit compliance.
• Effectively lead, mentor, coach and develop staff while fostering a culture of teamwork, accountability, continuous learning and workplace safety.
• Be organized and able to successfully manage multiple priorities, regulatory requirements, contracts, maintenance activities, and daily operational demands.
• Communicate technical information clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with staff, regulatory agencies, consultants, and other stakeholders.
• Embrace innovation and continuous improvement by identifying practical, cost-effective solutions that enhance treatment processes, operational reliability, and customer service.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to public service and environmental stewardship while ensuring the reliable, efficient, and compliant operation of the County’s wastewater treatment facilities.

The Washoe County Employees Association (WCEA) Supervisory Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) covers the Wastewater Treatment Plant Manager position.
  
Background checks will be conducted on selected applicants through the State of Nevada and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
 
Per the Washoe County Background and Reference Checks Policy, new and rehired employees are required to submit to a fingerprint based background investigation. Effective January 1, 2025, the $39.00 fee associated with this background investigation will be paid by the employee (if applicable) and deducted automatically from the first paycheck. Employment is contingent upon the results of the background check, although a record of conviction will not necessarily bar an applicant from employment.

Washoe County requires its employees to reside in the state of Nevada or neighboring California communities such as Truckee, South Lake Tahoe or Susanville as of their first day of work.

Washoe County hires all new employees at the minimum rate of the salary range and eligible employees may receive an annual merit increase of 5% until they reach the maximum salary for the classification.  Upon promotion, current Washoe County employees are placed at the minimum rate of the salary range for the higher classification of the new position OR a promotional calculation, whichever is greater. 

1. After your application is screened, you will be notified via the email you provided whether you have met the minimum requirements for the position. Those applicants who do not meet the qualifications have one (1) business day to file an appeal and request a review of their qualifications. Written appeals should be submitted via email to the assigned Human Resources Business Partner using the contact information listed on this job announcement.

2. Applicants who meet the minimum requirements for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Manager position will be placed on an unranked eligible list.   The examination is waived for this recruitment in accordance with the Washoe County Personnel Handbook 5.160.

Pursuant to the Washoe County Personnel Handbook 5.160 - waiver of examination. The director of human resources may waive examination for those classes requiring specific training, education, certification, licensure, experience or when there are an insufficient number of qualified candidates.

3. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be placed on an unranked eligible list for the department to interview upon the close of the recruitment. Once referred, candidates will be contacted by email or telephone.

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• “Account” to update your contact information. Please note to update your phone number on previously submitted applications you must contact careers@washoecounty.gov.