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Reports To: General Manager

Reporting to the General Manager, the Director of Operations is responsible for maintaining consistent and superior customer service to the residents of the District. He or she will plan for and manage the diversion, storage and delivery of reliable and safe high-quality water. The Director manages the day-to-day work of subordinate managers and supervisors. Ongoing coordination with both plant and field operations is required to successfully manage this department. The District expects the Director of Operations to be highly knowledgeable in its treatment plants and in the field. The District believes that “hands on” management is critical to success in this key District role.

EXECUTIVE LEVEL RESPONSIBILITIES:             
    Provides required counsel and advice to the Board of Directors and General

Manager in all water, sewer and drainage matters

    Assures compliance with State and Federal codes, ordinances and regulations

    Insures accurate and timely reporting to state agencies

    Coordinates key projects with state and county agencies

    Assists in the preparation of federal and state grants

    Guides preparation of an initial and ongoing Urban Water Management Plan required by the State

    Represents the District to outside agencies and organizations

    Directly supervises the Chief Plant Operator and Utilities Supervisor in all above and below ground projects. Evaluates performance and conducts periodic r         reviews

    Recommends, coordinates and assists in the preparation of annual operations budgets

    Develops and administers goals objectives and operating policies for the operations department

    Contributes to strategic planning for the District as required

    Presents monthly status reports to the Board of Directors

    Tracks and reports on yearly and monthly budget vs actual progress

    Prepares and administers contracts for services, infrastructure and parts

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: WATER TREATMENT, WASTEWATER TREATMENT AND FIELD OPERATIONS:
    Maintains and is the authority on District Water Rights permits

    Supervises the operation of two District potable water treatment plants

    Recommends infrastructure upgrades to ensure continuing safety, delivery and quality of District water and wastewater.

    Continually monitors District water and wastewater quality.

    Directs and reviews water testing to ensure the safety and quality of the Districts water supply.

    Ensures environmental compliance with current and newly issued directives of the State of California Division of Water Quality.

    Reviews and submits required monthly and annual water treatment reports to the General Manager

    Reviews and submits all required potable water reports to the State Water Resources Control Board.

    Establishes priorities for water and wastewater treatment infrastructure projects and repairs

    Supervises the timely and systematic maintenance of all water treatment infrastructure.

    Is responsible for ecient operation of District’s above ground water storage tanks.

    Oversees District’s earthen dams, levees and lift stations. Maintains inspection schedules and compliance with State regulations.

    Coordinates with operations sta to approve, purchase and maintain sucient spare parts and supplies.

    Prepares monthly reports for the General Manager and updates the Board of Directors at its monthly meeting

    Manages the District’s agreement to operate the CIA Ditch. Coordinates with sta to manage maintenance and partner billing of repairs.

    Is abreast of new and existing technologies and recommends systems and applications to better manage district water operations.

    Develops and administers District safety codes and preventive maintenance