Deputy Director, Production

Oversees Production Managers and Supervisors in planning, directing, and coordinating the work of plant engineers, operations, and maintenance staff engaged in the operation and maintenance of large water treatment facilities.

Ensures proper asset management practices by utilizing preventive, predictive and condition-based maintenance techniques.

Assists the Production Director with divisional duties and acts as the Production Director in his/her absence.

Works closely with the Manager, Water Quality Laboratory & Compliance to monitor treatment plant processes and optimize finished water quality at the treatment plants and in the distribution system.

Participates in developing design plans for new equipment installations and plant expansions.

Assists in formulating long-range programs for adjusting to new regulatory requirements for drinking water.

Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Assists in obtaining Production Division procurement contacts.

Assists in determining divisional policies and procedures.

Assists with emergency response and security planning.

Represents Fairfax Water at meetings and conferences.

Prepares division budget and appropriation requests for projects.

Prepares or directs the preparation of studies and reports by division personnel and consultants for equipment improvements, replacements, and plant expansions.

Supervises and participates in the recruitment and development of department personnel.   This includes training, coaching, and disciplinary actions as appropriate.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Graduation from college with a bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Civil, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering or Environmental Science, and a minimum of ten years of experience in the operation and maintenance of a water treatment facility, or any equivalent combination of education, experience and knowledge.

5+ years of management experience that includes employee supervision.

Significant and progressively responsible senior level experience managing complex operations of water treatment facilities.

Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of large water treatment plants.

Knowledge of the operation of a water distribution system.

Thorough understanding of asset management practices.

The ability to conduct workforce planning activities by identifying staffing needs and recruiting, hiring, training, supervising, and mentoring highly qualified, diverse staff to meet those needs.

Thorough knowledge of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition principles, practices and equipment.

Thorough knowledge of the United States Environmental Protection Agency's and the Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Health's regulations pertaining to water treatment and distribution.

Demonstrated skills in the analysis and evaluation of water treatment plant operations with a view toward safe, efficient and economical operations.

Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and drawings.

Ability to respond quickly and make sound operational decisions in emergencies for a 24/7 operation.

Ability to issue and carry out oral and written instructions.

Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.

Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative manner, both internally and externally.

Ability to respond to emergencies on a twenty-four (24) hour per day schedule.

Possession of a valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Possession of a Virginia Class I Waterworks Operator license (preferred).

Must pass a controlled substance (drug) test for employment.