Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list of duties and responsibilities is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:

• Positions in this classification typically perform a full range of duties at a level of complexity represented by the following types of responsibilities:

• Develops and implements divisional goals, objectives, policies, and procedures;

• Plans, organizes, and directs the Utilities Division activities including water & wastewater billing, water & wastewater operations, environmental compliance and sustainability;

• Plans and directs the operation, construction, maintenance, and repair of the water distribution system and wastewater collection and conveyance system, operation and maintenance of portions of the local storm drainage system, including catch basins, and coordinates with wastewater reclamation facilities and major wastewater pumping station(s);

• Directs water conservation policies, alternative water and wastewater projects and other applicable capital projects consistent with City Council direction;

• Directs, oversees, and participates in the development of the water, wastewater, storm water, and environmental sustainability work plans; assigns work activities, projects and programs; monitors work flow; reviews and evaluates work products, methods and procedures;

• Prepares the Utilities Division budget; assists in budget implementation; participate in the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, materials and supplies; administer the approved budget, and prepare staff reports;

• Recommends the appointment of personnel; provides and/or coordinates staff training; conducts performance evaluations; implements discipline procedures as required; maintains high standards necessary for the efficient and professional operation of the department;

• Develops and implements strategic plans incorporating data management systems, asset management systems, and other technologies to ensure that the City’s resources are being employed efficiently and effectively;

• Directs rate analyses and studies to ensure appropriate revenue generation for the Water and Wastewater Funds;

• Consults with City staff and consultants for preparation of revenue studies and establishment of rate structures;

• Participates in the preparation of utility master plans and projects for the Capital Improvement Program;

• Actively advocates environmental sustainability programs to other City departments and the public at large;

• Formulates and implements a strategic plan[RR1] for appropriate City involvement in state wide and local water issues;

• Participates in City Council, commission, committee, ad hoc, and community meetings with elected officials, residential groups, business groups, and staff;

• Represents the department to outside groups and organizations; participates in outside community and professional groups and committees; provide technical assistance as necessary;

• Serves as the staff liaison with the City’s imported water provider, Metropolitan Water District and other outside agencies such as the California State Water Resources Control Board, City of Los Angeles Bureau of Sanitation, the South Coast Air Quality Management District, and the Environmental Protection Agency;

• Researches and prepares technical and administrative reports; prepare written correspondence;

• Assists new or existing staff in learning departmental practices and protocols, methods, and procedures;

• Prepares and presents staff reports; attends City Council meetings as needed; Regularly and predictably attends work; and

• Performs related duties as assigned.

• Principles and practices of water and wastewater utilities planning, management and operations, including the regulatory, technical, and legal framework affecting these industries;
• Principles and practices of environmental programs including water supply and distribution, and storm water management;
• Recycling technologies;
• Municipal separate storm sewer system (MS 4) permit compliance;
• NPDES storm water permit requirements, management, and legislation;
• Principles and practices of leadership, motivation, team building and conflict resolution;
• Pertinent local, state, and federal rules, regulations, and laws;
• Principles and practices of organizational analysis and management;
• Principles and practices of budget and development preparation, implementation, monitoring, and administration;
• Principles and practices of supervision, training, personnel management and performance evaluation;
• English grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation;
• Safe work practices;
• Business and report writing; and
• Modern office practices, methods, procedures, and equipment.

• Organizing and directing the various program operations of the Utilities Division;
• Analyzing problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals;
• Preparing and administering a budget;
• Gaining cooperation through discussion and persuasion;
• Interpreting and applying City and department policies, procedures, rules, and regulations;
• Supervising, training, and evaluating personnel;
• Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
• Making sound, independent decisions within established policy and procedural guidelines;
• Appearing for work on time.
• Following directions from a supervisor;
• Understanding and following posted work rules and procedures;
• Accepting constructive criticism;
• Working under pressure, handling significant problems and tasks that arise simultaneously and/or unexpectedly;
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, other City employees, and the public.
• This position may be required to work evenings and extended hours.

• Possession of California State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Certificate D2 is required.
• Possession of the California Water Environmental Association Collection System Maintenance 3 certification is highly desirable.
• Possession of AWWA and/or USC Cross Connection Control Program Specialist certificate is highly desirable.