Wastewater Manager - Certified

Position Description

This is your opportunity to become a member of an extraordinary organization and a dynamic team. The City of Fresno, Department of Public Utilities is currently accepting applications for the position of Wastewater Manager-Certified.

Under direction, the incumbent plans, coordinates, facilitates, directs, and manages the activities of operational areas within the Wastewater Management Division of the Department of Public Utilities. The Wastewater Manager-Certified provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to management staff and the Department Director. This position exercises independent judgment in the development, revision, and implementation of various policies and procedures.

Currently, the City of Fresno is recruiting to fill a vacancy in Wastewater Treatment Operations. However, all qualified applicants who meet the qualifications below are encouraged to apply. Applications submitted to this recruitment may be considered for future vacancies in different functional areas.

This is an unclassified position in which the incumbent serves at the will of the Assistant Director of Public Utilities.

Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule

BENEFITS: UNIT 14 Classification-City of Management Employee Association (CFMEA)

The City of Fresno offers an attractive and competitive salary and benefits package. The salary for Water/Wastewater Manager is dependent upon qualifications. The current annual salary range is $121,356 up to $147,840. The employee benefits package, as noted below, is subject to change and includes:

HEALTH INSURANCE: The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.
SUPPLEMENTAL SICK- 40 hours per fiscal year. 80 hours lifetime maximum
MANAGEMENT LEAVE: 60 hours per fiscal year.
BILINGUAL PREMIUM: PAY: $100 per month
ANNUAL LEAVE: Accrue 15.55 hours per month of Annual Leave with cash out provisions.
HOLIDAYS: Ten (10) City-observed annual holidays plus birthday and one (1) personal day.
LIFE INSURANCE: Benefit equal to annual salary; premium paid by The City.
LONG-TERM DISABILITY: Benefit equal to 66.66% of monthly salary up to $7,500 per month after 30 days of disability; premium paid by The City.
HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT: To reimburse retirement medical insurance.
RETIREMENT: City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other CA public agencies. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.
DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program): an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits includes ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.

Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at
https://www.fresno.gov/personnel/human-resources-support/#tab-1

The Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

- For assignment to the Wastewater Treatment Operations, possession of a valid Wastewater Treatment Plant Operation Grade V (5) Certificate from the State Water Resources Control Board AND six (6) years of progressively responsible lead and/or supervisory experience in wastewater treatment.

**Applicants must submit a copy of their certificate in the on-line application. Applications lacking the certificate may be rejected. **

Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required at time of appointment. Candidates considered for hire must provide proof of a valid driver's license and current copy of their driving record.

Additional Requirements

Qualified candidates certified for consideration must successfully complete a department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint process.

Selection Process

Interested and qualified applicants must submit an official City of Fresno application. Applications may be submitted at www.fresno.gov/jobs. For information on how to complete an on-line application, please view "Instruction Guide" on the City's website, Personnel Services Career Opportunities page, or call (559) 621-6950 for assistance. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application.

After the final filing date the completed applications will be reviewed and a select group of candidates will be invited to interview.

Inquiries should be directed to:
Stephanie Rendon, Senior Human Resources Analyst
(559) 621-6935
stephanie.rendon@fresno.gov
2600 Fresno Street
Fresno, California 93721-3614

Additional Information

CITY STRUCTURE
Fresno is a full-service charter city operating under a strong mayor form of government. There are seven Council Members. The Council appoints the City Attorney and the City Clerk. The Mayor is elected at-large and does not serve on the Council, but has veto power over certain actions taken by the City Council. The City Manager, who is appointed by the Mayor, is responsible for appointing all department heads in the City, including Airports, Development and Resource Management, Finance, Fire, Information Services, Parks and Recreation, Personnel Services, Police, Public Utilities, Public Works, and Transportation.

The Community

The City of Fresno, California is located in the heart of the state in the fertile San Joaquin Valley. From the agricultural fields on the valley floor to the snow-capped peaks of the Sierra Nevada mountain range, the Fresno area offers something for everyone. With a population of approximately 542,107 residents, Fresno is the fifth-largest city in California and serves as the financial, industrial, trade, and commercial capital of the central San Joaquin Valley.

Travel from Fresno to other major metropolitan areas in California is convenient. The City is located approximately four hours north of the Los Angeles basin and three hours south of the San Francisco Bay Area. Residents and visitors enjoy Fresno's close proximity to the Yosemite, Kings Canyon, and Sequoia National Parks and other sites of natural beauty, such as the majestic Sierra Nevada Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. The Mediterranean climate in Fresno allows year-round recreational activities including sailing, snow and water skiing, fishing, backpacking, and golfing.

An added benefit of living in Fresno is the excellent housing that is available at price levels that are considerably lower than California's other large metropolitan areas. The current median home price in Fresno is approximately $397,000. The Fresno area offers four large school districts (Fresno Unified, Central Unified, Sanger Unified and Clovis Unified school districts), and a variety of private institutions offer excellent ongoing educational and enrichment opportunities. The community is the home of California State University Fresno, as well as a number of other colleges and universities.

Many consider Fresno to be a community of the perfect size, offering the best of urban amenities and opportunities along with the unique charms and easy living of a smaller town. Residents enjoy a wide variety of social, cultural, athletic, educational, and recreational activities in an affordable and clean living environment.

Closing Date/Time: 06/13/2025

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