Employment

Come work for the Livingston County Water and Sewer Authority, where you can make a positive impact on the lives of others!

We’re Hiring:

Assistant Director of Operations

The Livingston County Water and Sewer Authority is a fast-growing public authority with a focus on community leadership and providing environmentally sound services. The Assistant Director of Operations position is a newly created position to assist the Director of Operations with the Authority’s new opportunities for growth in both water and sewer services as well as prepare for succession of key leadership staff in the upcoming years.  The position will include the completion of administrative as well as field work.  The work environment is team-based, motivational and fast-paced. The Authority is committed to high performance standards, utilizing best practices and team-oriented approaches.

What You’ll Do

This is an important leadership position responsible for assisting the Director of Operations with the supervision and oversight of the water distribution and sewer collection facilities and staff.  The incumbent in this position will be responsible for a variety of functions that may range from managing specific projects to supervising staff. The incumbent will work concurrently with the outgoing Director of Operations for a period of time, to be defined.

Examples of Key Responsibilities and Tasks may include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Supervise, direct and participate in the operation of the water distribution and sewer collection systems.
  • Supervising the work of maintenance staff and operators, taking samples, performing tests to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the water distribution and sewer collection systems, operating equipment and maintaining logs and related operations records and reports. May include after-hours responses.
  • Assists with planning and implementing annual budget, maintenance programs for the water distribution, water storage facilities, sewer collection systems and water/sewer booster/pump stations to ensure maximum performance and ensure quality control.
  • Assists with the operations programs to ensure quality water distribution and sewer collection system output, and that proper water sampling and testing is performed to ensure safety and meet standards.
  • Supervising and performing inspections of water and sewer lines connected, water booster stations, sewer pump stations, water storage facilities, pressure reducing vaults and other water and sewer appurtenances and ensures that necessary maintenance and repairs are completed.
  • Represent the Authority with regulatory agencies, engineers, contractors, consumers and the public with regards to operations, modifications, upgrades, or other programs related to the water distribution and sewer collection facilities.

What We Offer: Compensation & Benefits

Salary range is $75,000 – $85,000; starting salary is negotiable based on education and experience.  Benefits include NYS Retirement, Fully Paid Health Insurance, Excellent Benefits and most importantly – joining a great team that is providing excellent public service to the Livingston County community!

To Apply

This recruitment effort is confidential and all contacts, inquires and communications will be treated as such throughout the process. The position is considered open until final selection is made.

  • Candidates are strongly encouraged to apply by December 13, 2024.
  • Expression of interest should be sent via email and should include a cover letter, resume and list of 3 references.

All materials should be sent to:

apply@lcwsa.us with subject line: Assistant Director of Operations