Pending Jurisdictional Classification

Salary Range: $150,999.68 - $168,729.60

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:    This is an administrative position involving responsibility for setting departmental policy and directing the operations of the Water Treatment Plants and water supply transmission system. The Director of Production oversees the design, construction, maintenance and operation of the Erie County Water Authority water treatment facilities and the operation and maintenance of the water transmission system, including pressure regulation, pumping and storage facilities. The employee also makes recommendations on the selection and promotion of department employees, and the resolution of department labor issues. The employee reports directly to and works under the general direction of the Executive Engineer with considerable latitude for independent judgment particularly for planning, scheduling, and assigning departmental activities. The employee may assume the duties of the Executive Engineer in their absence. General supervision is exercised over professional, technical, and clerical support staff. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

  • Establishes and oversees operational and maintenance policies and procedures related to the pumping, treatment, pressure regulation and storage of water and the treatment of water plant sludge;
  • Establishes and oversees operational and maintenance policies and procedures related to the quality control and load control of water;
  • Implements various codes and regulations of the New York Sanitary Code pertaining to water treatment facilities and pump stations;
  • Plans and implements procedures for the modification of water to improve quality, efficiency and economy of the operation;
  • Confers with other department heads concerning design and construction of water production projects, methods of operation;
  • Oversees preparation of new designs for water treatment facilities and pump stations;
  • Reviews plans and specifications for water treatment facilities in conjunction with the Executive Engineer;
  • Develops various plans and programs for submission to the Chief Operating Officer and Executive Engineer such as Capital Improvement and Renewal Replacement Annual Budgets, Department Annual Operating Budget;
  • Represents Erie County Water Authority in relations with other governments and health and environmental agencies on water treatment issues, regulatory concerns, pollution elimination, and contract negotiations as required;
  • Investigates and reviews complaints or requests regarding water quality or conformance to standards from large consumers and government agencies.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

Thorough knowledge of engineering principles and practices as related to design, construction, and operation of water treatment facilities and pump stations; thorough knowledge of materials and equipment used in construction and maintenance of water treatment facilities and pump stations; thorough knowledge of supervisory practices and techniques; good oral and written communication skills; ability to evaluate the condition of equipment and facilities under construction, repair or service; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; ability to plan and supervise the work of a large employee group; ability to formulate plans for long-range projects; ability to read and understand surveys, drawings, plans and technical reports; ability to analyze contract documents and bids; ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing; ability to effectively direct operating units; integrity; good judgment; initiative; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

The employee must have a strong understanding of water system security, including managing personnel in safety sensitive positions, utilizing technical expertise to safeguard the water system assets and the ability to work closely with other departments to ensure the overall security of the water system.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered four (4) year college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Sanitary, Civil, Environmental, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, plus eight (8) years paid full-time or its part-time equivalent engineering experience, at least four (4) years of which shall have included work in water system production. In addition, two (2) years of experience must have been in a responsible supervisory capacity in the water system field.

NOTE: A master’s degree in Sanitary, Civil, Environmental, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering may be substituted for one (1) year of experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

At time of appointment, possession of a New York State Professional Engineer's license or possession of a Professional Engineer's license issued by a State having reciprocity with New York Professional Engineering licensure standards and which license was obtained by written examination.

If you are appointed, you will be required to possess a valid license to operate a vehicle in NYS or otherwise demonstrate your ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.