CITY OF MEMPHIS
Wastewater Collection Facilitator Administrator (R&D)
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Works under the general direction of Engineering Administrator. Plans, coordinates, and directs activities concerned with maintenance and inspection of the physical sewer system, flood control, operation and maintenance of sewer lift stations, and storm water management. Analyzes trends, such as population and industrial growth of area being served to determine adequacy of current facilities and to project demands for future facilities. Develops plans to meet expanded demands and requests engineering staff to design and prepare specifications for extended facilities and capacity. Directs activities of designated employees who oversee water and sewage facilities. Seeks consultants to perform special studies for the department, reviews bids, and makes recommendation for selection. Confers with consultants and management personnel to discuss alternatives and to choose most suitable plan on basis of efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Communicates with regulatory agencies to resolve any problems and to coordinate projects. Inspects field projects to confirm conformance to specifications and government regulations. Researches and evaluates new developments in materials, tools, and equipment and recommends or denies purchase. Prepares various reports including monthly TDEC/EPA reports and prepares department budget. Travels to various facilities to conduct on-site inspections.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
1.Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Requires ability to inspect work area which may involve traverse on various surfaces including across ditches, riverbanks, or wooded areas when conducting on-site inspections. Requires ability to communicate with staff, management, public government agencies, consultants, private contractors, and other City officials. Requires to ability to operate computer and other office equipment. Requires the ability to operate an automobile.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in an office environment and outdoors to inspect field projects and to demonstrate new products. Requires frequent travel throughout the City to inspect working sites. May be exposure to fumes, other odors, changing weather conditions, and temperatures. Some evening and weekend work required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field and seven (7) years' public sector experience in environmental engineering with five (5) of the seven (7) years in a managerial or supervisory capacity; or any combination of experience or training which enables one to perform the essential job functions. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license as a conditioned of continued employment. License to practice engineering in the State of Tennessee or a state that has reciprocity with Tennessee preferred.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a current valid State of Tennessee Class II Wastewater Collection License or be able to obtain before the end of 24 months of employment as a Waste Collection Facilities Administrator.
The City Charter requires that City Employees must establish residence within Shelby County withing six (6) months from the date of employment. Proof of residence will be required at the time of hire.
The City of Memphis is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodations in the application process, contact the Office of Talent Management at talent.management@memphistn.gov.