Manager, Water Quality

1 day ago

Lexington KY United States American Water Full time
Requisition ID: 107220

Share Our Purpose. Be Yourself. Feel Valued.

People are the heart of our business. As an American Water employee, you will be offered a competitive salary and health benefits package, along with opportunities to develop, grow, and evolve your career. Our benefits packages focus on key areas such as health & wellness, emotional & well-being, and savings for current & future goals.

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About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing - by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people across 14 regulated jurisdictions and 18 military installations. American Water's 6,500 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company's national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.

As one of the fastest growing utilities in the U.S., American Water expects to invest $30 to $34 billion in infrastructure repairs and replacement, system resiliency and regulated acquisitions over the next 10 years. The company has a long-standing history of executing its core operations, aligned with sustainable best practices, through its commitments to safety, affordability, customer service, protecting the environment, an inclusive workforce and strengthening communities.

American Water has been recognized on the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index for the fifth consecutive year, ranked 18th on Barron's 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies 2023 List, earned the U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act designation and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's WaterSense - Excellence Award, among additional state, local and national recognitions.

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Do you have 5-10 years experience with a jnowledge of science, theory and application of water/wastewater treatment and operations, water quality monitoring and quality assurance programs, then this role is for YOU Apply TODAY for immediate consideration

Primary Role

Responsibilities for this position establishes the day-to-day management of personnel and implementation of water quality, laboratory programs, environmental stewardship and environmental rules and regulations to ensure compliance with pertinent state and federal regulations. Responsible for maintaining budgets, committing expenditures, and setting priorities. Maintains liaisons with individuals within and outside of the organization - key regulatory officials and company personnel. Responsible for acting independently on technical and environmental matters.

Key Accountabilities

  • Initiates and controls the overall environmental compliance program in all geographic areas of responsibility.
  • This includes oversight of all required monitoring and reporting of sample results required under the Safe Drinking Water Act and/or Clean Water Act. Ensuring that the environmental program requirements are met in accordance with the Environmental Management Plans. (40%)
  • Coordinates resolution of environmental issues with State regulatory personnel and local operations. Makes decisions and recommendations that are recognized as authoritative and have far-reaching impact on environmental activities. (20%)
  • Directs supportive workforce to maintain compliance with environmental regulations and laboratory procedures which may include accreditation/certification for specialized parameters. (10%)
  • Reviewing and determining the impact on company activities from existing and proposed regulations at the local, state and federal level. (10%)
  • Executes departmental business plans and contributes to the development of functional strategies. Assisting in preparing capital and O&M budgets for environmental compliance related items. (10%)
  • Assuring that policies, programs, standards of performance and approved objectives related to environmental compliance are adhered to including those involving health and safety, affirmative action, corporate responsibility and labor relations. (10%)

    Knowledge/Skills

    • Knowledge of science, theory and application of water/wastewater treatment and operations, water quality monitoring and quality assurance programs.
    • Must possess knowledge of current and emerging environmental issues and environmental regulations impacting water resources and facility operations.
    • Knowledge of industry trade organizations to include participation in related activities aimed at improving environmental program awareness and stewardship opportunities.
    • Must understand company goals and objectives, policies, procedures and business plans.

      Experience/Education

      • Minimum of 5 -10 years experience, depending on the level of the position in environmental management, project planning or other public programs.
      • Experience in the management of people, processes, technologies and budgets.
      • Bachelor's Degree required.

        Travel Requirements

        • Travel may be 15%.

          Work Environment

          • Field and office environment

            Other

            • Active State issued Driver's License required with the ability to pass a motor vehicle report.

              Competencies

              Prioritizes & Role Models Safety

              Self-Awareness

              Develops Talent

              Plans, Aligns, & Directs

              Drives Engagement

              Decision Quality

              Join American Water... We Keep Life Flowing ---

              American Water is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because they are an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

              Nearest Major Market: Lexington

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