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Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) Director, Operational Reliability & Resilience (Water/Wastewater Systems) in Laurel, Maryland
Position Information
Functional TitleDirector, Operational Reliability & Resilience (Water/Wastewater Systems)
Recruitment Category TypeExecutive
Functional CategoryOperations
GradeEX. 2
FLSA StatusExempt
Requisition Number25-0054
Number of Vacancies1
Job LevelDirector
Job CodeN/A
Job Description Summary
Organization NameInnovation and Research
Reports toDeputy General Manager, Operations
Full or Part TimeFull Time
If Part Time how many hours per week
Regular or TemporaryRegular
Position End Date (if temporary)
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday
Position LocationLaurel
Position Summary Information
General Summary
TheDirector, Operational Reliability & Resilienceis responsible for developing and implementing collaborative and sustainableSmart One Water approaches for long-term operational reliability, resilience, and efficiency of water and wastewater systems. The Director collaborates with cross-functional teams; guides strategic innovation, technology, and research (IT&R) initiatives; leads integration of one water systems by providing process and linear systems engineering support, watershed, sewershed and environmental management support, and water quality and regulatory compliance and program management support to Operations, Engineering & Construction, General Services, and other Departments.
The Director will lead and empower a team of high-performing professionals, researchers, scientists, engineers, business, and program managers to be efficient, productive, and effective. The ideal candidate has extensive experience within the water/wastewater industry, preferably through a demonstrated career growth to a leadership role.
Essential Functions
Leads development of innovative approaches to position WSSC Water as the leader in integrating Smart One Water approaches (Smart One Water Integration)
Develops and applies an integrated approach to continuously improve operational reliability and resilience. Supports core operational units to develop solutions and optimize operations, improve reliability or capacity to withstand interruptions and resilience or capacity to absorb, adapt, and recover from potential disruptive changes such as climate change. Develops innovative approaches to control and enhance water and wastewater systems and environmental factors such as control of water leaks and inflow and infiltration (I&I) that adversely impact the reliability of services (operational reliability)
Identifies and leverages proven new technologies for application to WSSC Water processes and systems. Develops fundamental understanding of science and technologies, builds in-house research and development (R&D) capacity, and collaborates with external research institutions to position WSSC Water as a leader in the water and wastewater industry (Innovation Technology and Research)
Leverages understanding of the interconnectedness of WSSC Water systems to create efficiencies within WSSC Water’s processes and linear systems and continuously improves capacity to reduce use of resources and cost. (operational efficiency)
Develops and implements One Water Approach for watershed management to protect and improve source water supply and quality necessary to meet current and future needs, enhance reliability and resilience of watersheds, and provide pollution assessment, prevention, and environmental compliance services
Manages emerging water quality, environmental, and regulatory programs with complex cross-functional requirements, stakeholders, deliverables, and timelines. Leads coordination and tracking of program implementation, deliverables internal and external communications, and reporting
Supports the core Operations Departments, Engineering and Construction, General Services, and other departments to advance workforce skills development
Supports Engineering and Construction in the development of Master and/or Facilities Plans to integrate innovative and proactive strategies to improve operational reliability and resilience
Supports environmental and financial sustainability objectives
Other Functions
Performs related duties as assigned
Work Environment And Physical Demands
Business casual office environment
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Strong leadership and team management capabilities, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence
Ability to motivate and build a strong and resilient workforce; highly influential in deriving desired outcomes
Ability to perform as a leader/coach in the development of staff
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple concurrent priorities
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and change management skills, with a track record of producing high-quality research outputs
Strong analytical, planning, and program/project management skills
Thorough understanding of federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing water, air, and other environmental quality with the ability to represent WSSC Water’s interest in regulatory matters
Proficiency in principles and practices in the fields of civil or environmental engineering or environmental science
Comprehensive understanding of the design and operations of water and wastewater treatment, water distribution and wastewater convince systems
Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of large-scale capital programs and construction projects
Demonstrated ability to manage large budgets
Ability to effectively plan and implement various management and support programs and initiatives
Ability to analyze complex technical problems, evaluate alternatives, and reach sound conclusions; develop and implement work standards, policies, and procedures
Ability to prepare and effectively present highly technical subjects both verbally and in writing
Minimum Education, Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree
12+ years of experience in water and wastewater systems operations and engineering, with a strong understanding of innovative approaches to integrate technologies and best practices, optimize operations, and manage watershed and the environment
5+ years management experience that includes employee supervision is required (relevant leadership roles or substantial project/program work involving contractors may be considered)
Additional Requirements
Completion of the WSSC Water Financial Disclosure statement within 30 days of employment and annually thereafter
Preferences
Advanced degree
Program Management experience
Research experience
Salary$154,314 - $262,334
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.
Close Date10/15/2024
Open Until FilledNo
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Information
All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.
Supplemental Questions
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Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran?
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