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Position Summary

• BTS provides customer service and billing functions for three City of Tacoma ESD utilities: Solid Waste, Wastewater, and Stormwater.
• This DM position is responsible for the operation of the TAGRO Biosolids Program.
• Environmental Compliance is responsible for the Industrial Pre-Treatment Program, Business Inspections Program, Special Approved Discharges, and the Spills and Complaints Program
• SPM is responsible for the Environmental and Sustainability Management System (ESMS) & the Electronic Document System (EDS), and continuous improvement of business processes for all three ES Utilities.

In the Environmental Services Department we believe everything we do supports healthy neighborhoods and a thriving Puget Sound, leaving a better Tacoma for all.
The Focus on healthy neighborhoods and a Thriving Puget Sound defines the core values of the Environmental Services Department and our clear focus on: Customers, Employees and Operations with the three following statements:

• Customers – Partner with the community on customer-valued services to meet the diverse needs of Tacoma neighborhoods
• Employees – Foster safe culture built on trust, conversation and equity
• Operations – Operate using best practices and innovation to meet changing environmental and community needs.

HEALTHY NEIGHBORHOODS + THRIVING PUGET SOUND = A BETTER TACOMA 

• Plan, direct and control the operations of a division in accordance with the policies and goals of the City and the Environmental Services Department.
• Formulate and recommend policies and strategies to facilitate and improve division operations; direct the preparation of long-range planning activities.
• Select, train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel: review and analyze personnel policies and problems, and take appropriate action.
• Prepare and maintain various personnel and work-related records and reports; prepare the annual division budget and monitor expenditures; forecast personnel requirements; authorize purchases within established guidelines.
• Coordinate communication and projects with other City departments, governmental and private agencies, consultants, developers, contractors, vendors and the general public; serve as City and division representative at various meetings and conferences; make presentations to the City Council and other groups.
• Compile information and prepare reports related to division operations and activities; oversee the maintenance of departmental records and files.
• Oversee and participate in construction inspections and review plans and projects to assure compliance with applicable codes, ordinances and regulations.
• Keep current with the latest technologies and management techniques, federal, state and local rules, regulations and laws; set goals and discuss division performance with the Assistant Environmental Services Director on a regular basis.
• Confer with other Environmental Services Division Managers to coordinate work efforts whenever necessary or desirable.
• Direct the preparation of and/or authorize various correspondence concerning division operations.
• Attend management and technical training seminars.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:  

• Office and outdoor environment subject to occasional travel.
• Occasional evening and nighttime work to meet schedules and project deadlines, and attend public meetings.

Qualifications

An equivalent combination to:

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with major course work in engineering, public or business administration, 

 INCLUDING

• Four years of administrative and supervisory experience in governmental environmental services or utility administration.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Valid Washington State driver’s license at time of appointment with maintenance thereafter, or evidence of equivalent mobility.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental studies, business administration, or business management. 
• Background, training, and/or experience in customer service and biosolids management.
• Experience with labor relations and environmental policies and regulations

Knowledge & Skills

KNOWLEDGE:

• Operations, principles, practices, methods, and techniques of utility billing, human relation skills, including principles and practices of supervision and training, the ability to communicate both orally and in writing with tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Asset management strategies and implementation.
• City organization and departments, operations, policies, and objectives. 
• Credit and collection laws and statutes that govern billing and debt collection practices. 
• Labor relations including Labor union contract negotiations.
• Ability to interpret, apply, and explain complex regulations, laws, codes and policies related to sewerage and solid waste services, and biosolids management. 
• Biosolids laws, regulations, and practices (Federal, Washington State, and Local)
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Prepare and maintain various personnel and work-related records and reports; prepare the annual division budget; forecast personnel requirements and authorize purchases within established guidelines.

 SKILLS:

• Ability to work independently with little direction.
• Proficient in use of all office equipment including personal computers and related software applications.
• Ability to assign and review work of others; and plan and organize work to meet schedules and timelines. 
• Promote and maintain a culturally diverse work force and take appropriate pro-active steps to provide employees with a work environment free of harassment, intimidation, hostility and coercion based on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, and family status.
• Effectively organize multiple assignments, sometimes of a complex nature or involving competing priorities, to produce work products that are accurate, thorough, cost effective and on time.
• Ability to adapt to an ever-changing work environment and make effective decisions quickly during stressful situations.
• Set and communicate clear expectations for staff, follow through and establish accountability for all.

To be considered for this exciting and rewarding career opportunity:
Interested individuals must complete the online application and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position. 
 
This is a competitive selection process. Applications will be reviewed and evaluated on the basis of education, certifications and related experience. Candidates whose qualifications most closely correspond with the Department’s needs will be eligible for further consideration. Those who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on a referral list for review and potential interview selection.  

Appointment is subject to successful completion of a pre-employment background and references check. . 

When you work for the City of Tacoma you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy a healthy work/life balance, the potential for flexible work schedules (with some job classifications), continuing education programs, leadership pathways, wellness incentives and a total rewards benefits program. We welcome you to take a look at our website and discover how the City of Tacoma can make your next career move part of our combined destiny:
http://www.cityoftacoma.org/newhires   
http://www.cityoftacoma.org/    
http://www.traveltacoma.com/   

The City of Tacoma believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. This job description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

Communication from the City of Tacoma:
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In order for your application materials to be considered, all information must be submitted by the closing date and time listed on this job announcement.

For assistance with the NEOGOV application process, or questions regarding this job announcement, call the Human Resources office at (253) 591.5400 before 4:00 pm of the closing date of the job announcement.