DWM Watershed Director II (OLIO - Technical Services) presso City of Atlanta

Posting expires: October 7, 2025

General Description and Classification Standards:
Responsible for managing the division responsible for providing technical support to the sewer collection system and water distribution system operating divisions. Responsible for the administration and management of linear infrastructure-related capital projects, including program implementation, and business operations.  Areas of responsibility include planning and evaluation, policy and program development, operations technical support, personnel and fiscal management, and public relations. This is a high level of strategic and operations management, reporting to the Deputy Commissioner of Linear Infrastructure Operations (OLIO).  Position manages a primary function of the department and recommends operating policies and procedures subject to department’s executive approval.   This level would be expected to manage a varied array of professionals, managers, and line level staff.  This is NOT a routine promotional level position and the specific justification for classification at this level must be documented.

Supervision Received:
May work independently or part of a team of directors and managers that meet to discuss issues related to budgets, staff, policy, and operations. Direction received is very general and focuses on strategic objectives and is typically collaborative in nature. This is a policy-making level of management and would be considered "upper middle" management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.

•    Provide operations technical support to the operating divisions within the Office of Linear Infrastructure Operations to promote operational efficiency through management of special projects, engineering support and regulatory compliance assistance.
•    Assist in the direct management responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the Sewer Collection and Water Distribution Divisions of the Office of Linear Infrastructure Operations.
•    Manages the annual service contracts for the Office of Linear Infrastructure Operations which includes the formal contracts, goods and services, and inter-jurisdictional expenses. Approves payroll for the distribution groups.
•    Manage the Department’s utility protection group, annual capital projects group, distribution system specialty and technical services group and the Office’s plan review, permitting and records management groups 
•    Administers approved operations and maintenance budget for division.
•    Develops policies and writes rules and regulations for responsible division; interfaces with the Mayor's office, City Council, and other departments for policy and technical issues; Resolves technical issues and make final determination regarding the application of Federal, State, and local requirements.

•    Assists in the oversight and management of the operation of the City's Water Distribution system operations and maintenance crews which support the piping network conveys potable water throughout the City of Atlanta and adjacent parts of Fulton County.
•    Ensures both, the short-term and long-term financial health and viability of the division; provides assurance related to the delivery of financial-related information to internal management, City Council, Bond Rating Agencies, and the department's bondholders; provides financial leadership and oversight of the department's annual financial audit.  
•    Ensures the City is in compliance with all state, federal, local & regional policies, laws and regulations pertaining to water conservation. 
•    Provides positive leadership, working harmoniously with others in the Department and other organizations, and ensuring that the day-to-day activities.   
•    Ensures the division responsible has all the necessary resources required to successfully complete job assignments to include financial, human, and administrative related areas which enables the City to fulfill its mission to deliver safe potable water services and collect and convey sewage for the City’s customers 365 days a year.  
•    Directs and prepares the annual budget submission and detailed financial plan; duties include budget formulation and execution, approving all budget adjustments and budget transfers, developing the plan assumptions, and ensuring that the annual budget is in sync with the strategic financial plan. 
•    Provides leadership and direction to group managers and oversees project goals. Develops project strategies, implementation plans, project scopes and milestones. 
•    Prepares a variety of programs, administrative, or office forms, reports, documents, and correspondence.
•    May perform other duties as assigned.

The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully, it is not an exhaustive list.

•    Knowledgeable of technical terminology; extensive knowledge of water and sewer infrastructure to include installation, repair and maintenance operations, construction projects - administrative or field; knowledge of engineering, water, procurement, hydraulics, and geotechnical processes and terminology; knowledge of legal requirements of water conservation laws & ordinances; thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of water resource management and watershed science; knowledge of grant writing and grant management.
•    Strong Computer and Software (Microsoft) Skills; very strong administrative and managerial skills; inter-personal and team working skills; skilled in communicating verbally and written.
•    Ability to develop relationships and partnerships; ability to write clear and concise technical documents; ability to read, understand, and prepare legal documents; ability to operate city vehicles: sedan, 14-passenger van, and pickup truck; ability to effectively negotiate resolutions of conflicts among citizens, neighbors, elected official, and staff, as well as efficiently manage a government office open to the public; ability to interact effectively with various personality styles and with upper departmental management or elected officials; ability to read and interpret construction drawings; ability to interpret laws, regulations and guidelines; ability to utilize Microsoft suites, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) software programs and project management software programs.  
•    Ability to maintain effective working relationships with a diversified group of people under trying and stress-producing conditions.
•    Ability to communicate in a courteous, professional manner to reflect a positive image of the Office of Linear Infrastructure Operations to its internal & external customers and the general public.
•    Ability to research, interpret, explain, and correctly apply policies, rules, regulations, and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:
Education and Experience –
1.    Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related fields. 
2.    Ten (10) years of design, construction, and/or project management experience associated with water systems
3.    Seven (7) years of related work experience to include experience in the municipal government sector, with at least 3 years of leadership experience  

Licensures and Certifications Preferred –

•    Professional Engineer (PE) license in Civil or Environmental Engineering (Preferred)
•    Wastewater Collection Operator License and Water Distribution License (Preferred)

Preferred Requirements – 
•    Master's degree in Engineering, Business, Management or Public Administration. 
•    Ten (10) years of relevant work experience to include experiences in the municipal government sector with at least 5 years of leadership experience

Work Environment:

Lifting Requirements:
Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Work Schedule:
This position follows the City’s hybrid work schedule policy as assigned by the Department of Human Resources Commissioner and requires in-person work at City worksites/facilities at least four (4) days per week, with the option to work remotely one (1) day per week, based on eligibility, departmental needs, and supervisor approval. The hybrid work schedule is subject to change at any time to five (5) days in-person work.

It is the policy of the City of Atlanta {"COA'') that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.

The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran's status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.