City of West Palm Beach - Assistant Director of Public Utilities

Summary: Reporting to the Department Director of Public Utilities, oversees, directs, and administers the daily operations of the Public Utilities Operations Divisions assisting the Director of Public Utilities. Assumes full management responsibilities of utility operations assigned that may include a number of the following areas: Water Treatment Plant, Water Distribution and Sewer Collection, Laboratory Services, and Industrial Pretreatment, Water Resources and Water Supply, Storm Water and Wastewater Pumping; and Reclaimed and Waste Water Treatment.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Engineering, Public Administration or Construction Management, or related field, and seven (7) years progressively responsible working experience in water, wastewater and/or public utilities, or equivalent combination of training and experience. Three (3) years supervisory/managerial experience, required. Professional Engineer Certification (PE) and three (3) years experience as a professional engineer, highly desired.

A current and valid Florida driver's license is required. For application purposes, a valid driver's license from any state (equivalent to a State of Florida Class E) may be utilized; with the ability to obtain the State of Florida driver's license within thirty (30) days from date of employment.

Compensation: $95,133 - $142,700 (Pay grade GM15)

Benefits: Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance, Basic Life Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, Defined Contribution Plan (401a) with employer match (6.5%); 11 holidays, accrued vacation, and sick time. Management Category II Benefits: Four (4) Days of Management Leave per Year and additional $50,000 life insurance policy.

If you are interested in applying for this position visit website at https://www.wpb.org/government/human-resources/job-opportunities and apply online.

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The City of West Palm Beach is an equal employment opportunity employer. The City values the service of veterans to our country, supports recruitment of veterans and veterans' preference will be given in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes for those who met the minimum requirements of the position. Background investigation, physical, and drug and alcohol screening are required as condition of employment.