Deputy Director

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Class Summary

Job Description

The Facility Operations group is responsible for operating and maintaining the water production facilities, water reclamation facilities, and pump stations. This includes two water production facilities with a total treatment capacity of 248 million gallons per day (MGD), eight booster pump stations and 10 finished water storage tanks; three water reclamation facilities with a total treatment capacity of 98 MGD; and more than 200 sewage pump stations. This position manages more than 250 operators, maintenance staff, engineers, and support staff to ensure plants are properly operated and maintained. Gwinnett uses state of the art maintenance methods using Maximo software, planning & scheduling, reliability centered maintenance, and predictive maintenance techniques. Gwinnett has a reputation for permit compliance and award-winning treatment facilities.

This position will closely monitor operations, maintenance, and permit compliance and ensure appropriate workloads for staff. This position will also be responsible for helping to develop operational budgets and capital improvement projects. This position is responsible for maintaining excellent partnerships and communication with other departments including Purchasing, Support Services, and many others.

This position regularly presents to the Water & Sewerage Authority and meets with other boards and elected officials, as necessary.

This position is Appointed, Grade 306.

Essential Duties Include:

Plan, organize, and direct the activities of the sections under the Facility Operations group

Evaluate and manage Facility Operations programs, projects, processes, procedures, systems, standards and services

Administer and provide engineering, technical, asset management and related support for operation and maintenance programs and projects

Ensure compliance with Federal, State and Local laws, regulations and codes, as well as County and Department policies and procedures.

Represent the Facility Operations group and/or department at meetings, conferences, etc.

Direct approximately 250 staff

May serve in place of the Department Director, as needed Minimum Qualifications:

Valid Driver's License from state of residency;

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, biology, chemistry, business administration, or a closely related field;

15 years of progressively responsible experience related to the area of assignment, including two years at the Division Director or higher level;

Or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

A Master's Degree in a related field is preferred.Preferred Skills:

Extensive experience in utility management

Knowledge and understanding of operation and maintenance of water and wastewater treatment facilities and pump stations.

Experience managing a diverse staff.

Excellent problem solving and negotiating skills.

Ability to communicate effectively with county management, peers, staff and the public.

Should be forward thinking and committed to improving operation and maintenance programs.For information related to position-specific essential duties, knowledge and skills, and physical requirements, please click here.

Note: The class specifications listed on this website are not the official class specifications for Gwinnett County and are subject to change.

Additional Information

Department of Water Resources

Gwinnett County Department of Water Resources (DWR) is a publicly owned utility committed to delivering superior services to a vibrantly connected community. The employees of the Department of Water Resources (DWR) represent our inclusive culture which advances our commitment to excellence in service, stewardship, integrity, and innovation. The Department and its staff are widely recognized for superior service in the maintenance and operation of almost 9, 000 miles of water, wastewater, and stormwater lines, as well as the operation of 2 water production facilities, 3 water reclamation facilities and over 200 pump stations. The Department of Water Resources takes pride in stewardship of the environmental resources entrusted to us and pledges to be responsible as we manage water as a limited, but renewable resource.

For more information about this department click here.

About Gwinnett County

Welcome to Gwinnett County — one of America's fastest-growing counties for the past 20 years. Our dynamic and exciting county combines the best of big-city living with the comforts of the suburbs.

The county's population in 2000 was about 588,448 and we’ve only continued to grow since then, with the population expected to reach one million by the year 2022.

Gwinnett has many advantages, beginning with its location and road system. The county is just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Thanks to this location, 80 percent of the U.S. population is within a two-hour flight. Georgia Highway 316 has been extended to Athens, reducing travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes. Gwinnett's infrastructure includes more than 2,750 miles of roadways to provide excellent mobility for our residents.

The County Administrator and County Attorney are appointed by the Board of Commissioners and serve at its pleasure. To implement the Board's policy directives, the County Administrator uses a management team consisting of members of his immediate staff and 14 department directors. The 14 departments that make up the executive side are Police Services, Fire and Emergency Services, Corrections, Communications, Support Services, Financial Services, Community Services, Human Resources, Information Technology Services, Law, Planning and Development, Water Resources, Child Advocacy & Juvenile Services, and Transportation. Each department is run by a director who is charged with managing operations in a manner which stresses the County’s values.

In addition to the executive side of County government, certain services are provided through Constitutional officers and independent elected officials. These external offices are created by the Georgia Constitution or through state law. In Gwinnett, they include the Sheriff, Tax Commissioner, District Attorney, Solicitor, Probate Court Judge, and Chief Magistrate.

Vision

Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives

Mission

Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.

Values

Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.

Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.

Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.

Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities.

Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.

Hiring Process

Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below:

Hiring Process

FAQsGwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law.

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