Section Manager, Water Wastewater System Assessment

Posting Details Position Information Functional Title Section Manager, Water Wastewater System Assessment Recruitment Category Type Standard Functional Category Utility Services Grade GS.16 FLSA Status Exempt Requisition Number 26-0237 Number of Vacancies One Job Level Management Job Code N/A Job Description Summary In a team environment, the incumbent is responsible for facilitating the inspection and maintenance of sewer collection activities through the application of business principles and industry best practices for an assigned section. Supervises staff including selecting or recommending selection, training, assigning and evaluating work, counseling, disciplining, and/or termination or recommending termination; • Supervises and coordinates the work for Prince George's or Montgomery County collection technicians and administrative support; • Schedules the work of the unit on a short and long-term basis; • Forms crews and assigns work; • Tracks the performance of the Section on a daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly basis in relation to the Section's goals; • Assures the quality of all written material drafted by the field staff; • Keeps the Section informed of its progress towards goals by posting weekly information; • Keeps informed of the current technology and equipment available both within the Commission and in the wastewater industry; • Evaluates the effectiveness of technology and equipment; • Assures that the section is in regulatory compliance; • Maintains inventory and cost accounts of equipment and materials; • Prepares specifications for use in the procurement of supplies and services Organization Name Water/Wastewater Systems Assessment Reports to Division Manager, Water/Wastewater Systems Assessment Full or Part Time Full Time If Part Time how many hours per week Regular or Temporary Regular Position End Date (if temporary) Work Schedule 7:00am - 3:30 p.m. Hours are adjusted for operational needs. Position Location Temple Hills Position Summary Information General Summary Note: This opportunity is available only to current employees of WSSC Water.The Section Manager, Water Wastewater Systems Assessment is responsible for facilitating the inspection and maintenance of sewer collection activities through the application of business principles and industry best practices for an assigned section. Essential FunctionsSupervises staff including selecting or recommending selection, training, assigning and evaluating work, counseling, disciplining, and/or termination or recommending terminationSupervises and coordinates the work for Prince George's or Montgomery County collection technicians and administrative supportSchedules the work of the unit on a short and long-term basisForms crews and assigns workTracks the performance of the Section on a daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly basis in relation to the Section's goalsAssures the quality of all written material drafted by the field staffKeeps the Section informed of its progress towards goals by posting weekly informationKeeps informed of the current technology and equipment available both within the Commission and in the wastewater industryEvaluates the effectiveness of technology and equipmentAssures that the section is in regulatory complianceMaintains inventory and cost accounts of equipment and materialsPrepares specifications for use in the procurement of supplies and servicesMakes regular and frequent field inspections of work locations and other work sites to monitor adherence to plans and specifications to ensure the quality of materials and workmanshipInvestigates and resolves customer complaints and determines responsibilitiesAdministers and reviews Utility Services Team safety procedures for adequacy and clarityProvides administration of a defined geographical area including activity reports, time sheets, material requisitions, work orders, attendance records; performance evaluations, vehicle logs, accident and injury reports and investigationsMakes recommendations and assists in the formulation of short and long-range programs for operational and engineering improvements to the wastewater systemsMeets with representatives of the state and county governments, other utilities, and Commission jurisdictions to exchange information and resolve maintenance problemsParticipates in the review of plans and specifications, and the evaluation and testing of materialsAccumulates and reports various data for monthly reportsDrives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water business Other FunctionsWorks closely with the Planning and Sewer Condition Assessment Sections to assist the Division with implementation of the Consent Decree and in support of the Sewer Condition Assessment ProgramProvides substantive guidance and input (technical and policy) to the work of Utility Services field teams in relation to Commission planning and execution of maintenance effortsIncludes Utility Services field teams during planning, policy formulation and program implementation. In particular, includes Utility Services field teams for the implementation of the Consent DecreeWorks with the Division Manager to ensure that the field teams are able to draw on the experience and knowledge of Utility Services leadershipAdvises municipal mayors and other political offices, as well as their executive staff on setting-up/operation of jobs that will impact their constituents and municipal operationsEnsures that field teams undertake appropriate and ongoing training activities. This includes substantive input into this work as well as direct participation in the activitiesDrafts and submits regular reports on the substantive work of the field teams, including team and individual Work Plans and Outcomes/Results Reports. This will also include staff performance assessments and reviewsPerforms other related duties as assigned Work Environment And Physical DemandsWork is generally split between the office and the fieldWhen working outdoors, there will be exposure to the seasonal fluctuation in temperatures Required Knowledge, Skills, And AbilitiesKnowledge of industry best practices used in the inspection and maintenance of wastewater collectionThorough knowledge and understanding of safety rules and regulations and standard operation proceduresGeneral understanding of fluid mechanicsAbility to work under limited supervision as a self-starter and an effective communicatorAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, customers, contractors, other Utility Services Sections and the general publicAbility to provide guidance on difficult technical problemsAbility to review and prepare written reportsAbility to interpret construction plansAbility to use good operational and engineering judgmentAbility to gain a basic understanding of the Maintenance Management Information System (MMIS) and Customer Service Information System (CSIS)Ability to use Inspection software packagesWorking knowledge of basic PC applications Minimum Education, Experience RequirementsBachelor's degree with a major in Civil Engineering or related engineering field5 years of experience in water and sewer maintenance operations ORHigh School diploma or equivalent9 years of progressively responsible experience in water and sewer maintenance operations Additional RequirementsPossession of a valid driver's license, with no more than 4 points, and the ability to obtain and maintain a WSSC Water driver's permit within 90 days of hire or transfer datePossession of Class 2 Wastewater Collection System Operator Certificate and maintain the certification throughout the time in the positionPossession of the National Association of Sewer Service Companies (NASSCO) PACP certification and maintain the certification throughout the time in the positionCompletion of the WSSC Water Financial Disclosure Statement within 30 days of employment and annually thereafterEmployees in this position are designated or considered emergency personnel; therefore, the employee must report to work as scheduled or as directed by their supervisor when WSSC Water declares an event that requires emergency personnel to report to work PreferencesBasic understanding of the Maintenance Management Information System (MMIS) and Customer Service Information System (CSIS) and working knowledge of WebMap or Enterprise Geographic Information System (EGIS)Supervisory experience Salary $108,056 - $183,987 Posting Detail Information EEO Statement Close Date 06/09/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants Note: This opportunity is available only to current employees of WSSC Water. Additional Information All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.