Pretreatment Manager

The Pretreatment Manager is an exempt position, which is responsible for the operation and supervision of the Pretreatment Division of the City of Pueblo Wastewater Department. The incumbent works under the general supervision of the Regulatory Compliance Specialist. The incumbent is primarily responsible for implementing the Industrial Pretreatment Program as required in the Colorado Discharge Permit System permit issued to the James R. DiIorio Water Reclamation Facility and in accordance with the Municipal Code.   The incumbent assists the Wastewater Director with activities identified by the Director related to the mission of the Wastewater Department.
 
This job description is an overview and is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the functions and tasks required of the position.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Researches, reviews, and implements pretreatment standards to achieve compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including the Clean Water Act and the general Pretreatment Regulations
• Establishes discharge limits, specifies monitoring, and reporting requirements, and issues industrial discharge permits and official notices of violation
• Coordinates investigations of unauthorized discharges of wastewater in conjunction with other departments and state agencies
• Maintains records and prepares compliance reports to Federal and State agencies for the Wastewater Pretreatment Program in accordance with Federal regulations, State regulations, and City ordinances
• Performs documented scheduled and unscheduled on-site visits to permitted local industries for the purpose of inspection, observation, measurement, sampling, and testing pertinent to discharge to the POTW
• Establishes computerized records for the pretreatment program, including monitoring, inspections, photographic documentation, and other data
• Develops Standard Operating Procedures
• Meets with representatives of new industries and commercial enterprises to educate them regarding pretreatment requirements
• Manages the Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) program and develops new programs as required by EPA Regulations
• Coordinates the review of building plans for compliance with Federal, State, and City regulations
• Purges and samples monitoring wells, performs river sampling, performs manhole sampling, collects data from sanitary sewer flow monitoring and temperature probes in the surface waters
• Assigns and schedules duties for and supervises the work of the Lab/Pretreatment Specialist, Permit Compliance Specialist, and the Pretreatment Compliance Technician. 
• Makes recommendations and prepares evidence for legal prosecution of violators, and prepares documentation for enforcement actions
• Documents and coordinates the Sewer User and High Strength billing accounts, including accounts that require special handling
• Responds to citizen complaints and makes decisions on requests for sewer adjustments regarding the volumetric component of sanitary sewer rates
• Coordinates with the Pueblo Board of Water Works regarding the availability and analysis of customer water usage and billing data needed to support wastewater rate decisions, for well augmentation, and for other purposes
• Prepares and conducts public education programs to inform customers about regulatory issues and proper use of the City’s wastewater system

IMPORTANT FUNCTIONS:                                                  

• May attend occasional meetings
• May perform other duties of a similar or lower classification as required
• May attend seminars and conferences to improve professional skills and stay informed of new technology and practices

Physical Requirements: The physical standards an employee must meet in order to perform the essential job duties with or without a reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to:

• Lifts, carries, pushes, or pulls equipment and supplies weighing up to 85pounds
• May stand and walk for prolonged periods of time
• Uses manual dexterity to manipulate supplies, tools, and equipment
• Uses visual acuity to read operating manuals and instructions, safely operate a vehicle and equipment, identify hazards, distinguish colors for field testing, and perform daily functions
• Requires the ability to input large amounts of data using repetitive motion on a prolonged basis
• Frequently performs activities requiring a full range of body movements including sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, crawling, twisting, and balancing

In addition to the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above, this position requires the following:

• An associate degree in chemistry, biology, Environmental Science civil or environmental engineering  from an accredited college or university
  • Four (4) years of experience working in the pretreatment field

 
OR
 

• A bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, Environmental Science civil or environmental engineering  from an accredited college or university
  • Two (2) years of experience working in the pretreatment field

 

• Documented work experience in performing chemical, physical, and biological tests on wastewater
• A valid driver’s license at the time of application, and a valid Colorado driver’s license within 30 days of employment
  1. License restrictions that may hinder your ability to drive on City business, such as an interlock, will be cause for disqualification 
  2. During the course of employment, a valid license must be maintained, and the employee must notify the City immediately upon changes to the status of their license

 
Preferred Qualifications:

• Two (2) years of experience in a supervisory capacity 
• A Class I Wastewater Collection Operator Certification is preferred.
• A Wastewater Operator Class D certification is preferred

 
In addition:

• The employee will be required to complete the EPA Pretreatment 101 Series Training within six (6) months from the date of promotion or hire. Failure to successfully complete this program within six (6) months from the date of promotion or hire may result in demotion or termination. 
• The employee must obtain certification from the Colorado Operator’s Certification Board for a Colorado Class 1 or higher Collection Operator certification and for a Colorado Class D Wastewater Operator certification within one year of promotion or hire.  Failure to obtain such certification within two years of promotion or hire may result in demotion or termination.  
• The employee must maintain a Colorado Class R or higher driver’s license.

 
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: 
May be required to work occasional hours beyond normal operating hours. May be exposed to working in damp areas, foul odors, cramped working places, severe weather conditions, and heavy lifting.
 
All required licenses and certifications must be maintained throughout the term of employment.  Failure to obtain or maintain licenses and certifications may result in demotion or termination.
 
Due to Federal and State Criminal Justice System access requirements, classifications that access and maintain criminal justice information may also be required, as a condition of employment, to not have been convicted of and/or have pending charges of a felony or misdemeanor crime that would deny or otherwise restrict access to criminal justice information.  This requirement applies to all existing City employees as well as external candidates seeking to fill positions that meet the given criteria.

BENEFITS:         

The City of Pueblo offers a very rich benefits packet!  Click on the “Benefits” hyperlink at the top of this (online) job posting to view a summary of the benefits associated with this position.   For a more comprehensive view on the lush benefits offered by the City, please go to www.pueblo.us/benefits.  

CIVIL SERVICE EXAM:    June 11, 2024
   
Please note that the Civil Service Commission may use a Training & Experience (T&E) evaluation of your application to establish an eligibility list for this classification.