Water Quality Environmental Compliance Manager for Water/Wastewater Utility

Water Quality Environmental Compliance Manager for Water/Wastewater Utility

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; preferably in Environmental Sciences, Chemistry, or Biology.
• A minimum of 5 years’ full-time experience in the water and wastewater industry.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Possession of valid NJDEP water or wastewater operations licensure is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Works in tandem with Compliance, Laboratory, Operations, and Engineering departments, as needed, to produce high-quality drinking water and wastewater effluent at the lowest cost and to solve treatment plant-related problems.
• Support Operational staff with all regulatory requirements and maintain working relationships with all FSR and operators. Instill a culture of environmental compliance at all levels of the organization.
• Utilizes the SCADA Network and other computer monitoring systems to review treatment and water quality at all system locations, analyze computer generated data and respond effectively and in a timely fashion. Coordinates response with Supervisors, Facility Operators, and other personnel as needed.
• Compiles data, completes reports and analysis, and maintains records for compliance reporting purposes.
• Reviews/Submits all MORS, diversion/allocation, NJDEP forms and NJPDES forms. Responsible for tracking and renewing all water and wastewater permits.
• Prepares LSL Inventories and Replacement Plans. Coordinates all mailings to ensure regulations are met.
• Conducts and/or develops treatment studies, leads special projects, and acts as interdepartmental liaison to facilitate the exchange of physical equipment, information, and technical resources.
• Develop and/or maintain expertise in state and federal environmental rules and regulations and serve as a resource to Area Managers and other operations staff.
• Coordinate and attend all Regulatory Inspections.
• Adheres to all Aqua safety and health policies and procedures.
• Assists with other tasks or projects as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Email, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills; communicate effectively (clearly, concisely, and professionally) with internal customers.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A team player able to work effectively in a team fostered multi-tasking environment.
• General knowledge of groundwater, and wastewater treatment and facilities required.
• Experience with NJDEP/EPA water or wastewater system inspections and/or actual experience working in drinking water or wastewater utility regulations is preferred.