Water Distribution Supervisor

(Regular, Exempt)

Starting Salary Range: $61,932.00 - $77,421.00/annualized

Closing Date: Open Until Filled; posting may close at any time.

Shift/Workdays and Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

How to apply: Using the “apply” button on this page, please complete the required online application, upload a resume and a list of three professional references with full contact information. For general questions about the position, contact Unique Hiram at (785) 587-2447 or hr@cityofmhk.com.

Summary/Objective

The Water Distribution Supervisor plans and coordinates all city maintenance involving the water distribution system and ensures a safe and effective system and maintenance program and contributes to public health and fire protection by providing an effective and efficient distribution pipe system for potable water for domestic use and for firefighting purposes, with the assistance of subordinate staff, by repairing and maintaining the system.

Essential Functions

Monitors water distribution, Kansas One-Call utility locates program and utility cut field operations for safety, efficiency and accuracy.

• Maintains records of all water distribution, utility locates and utility cut activities.
• Monitors the Kansas One-Call utility locate program for safety, efficiency and accuracy. Maintains the Damage Investigation Reporting Tool (D.I.R.T.) program.
• Evaluates subordinates in a fair and accurate manner.
• Maintains the proper operation of the utility cut program for the department.
• Oversees subordinates responsible for the repair of water leaks, water main breaks, and fire hydrants. Provides training for new water distribution and utility locating personnel.
• Assists with citizen inquiries in the field and by telephone.
• Operates all departmental equipment and vehicles, such as, backhoe/loader, skid steer, trencher, dump truck and trailer, one ton truck, compact excavator, two-way radio, pipe-tapping machine, hand tools, computer, pressure gauges and other related equipment.
• Ensures proper inventory of supplies and maintenance materials.
• Maintains all PRV’s in the distribution system.
• Oversees Valve exercise, hydrant and valve replacement, water main replacement, and utility cut programs.
• Performs administrative duties, budgeting and record keeping.
• Assists supervisors and other departmental personnel in other projects for the benefit of the City and/or the department.

Supervises and manages division employees.

• Leads and manages staff with clear and consistent communications.
• Provides supervision and oversight of applicable staff.
• Ensures employees supervised demonstrate productivity, competence, and high morale, as well as utilize employees’ skills and abilities.
• Conducts performance planning and evaluations for employees in a timely manner, to include development of goals, objectives, and deadlines.
• Resolves routine personnel issues or problems.
• Administers City of Manhattan Policies and Procedures in a consistent manner.
• Provides recommendations on hiring, termination, promotion, and discipline, as required.