The Director of Distribution is the chief administrative and operating officer of any given local municipal water distribution system being managed and/or operated or owned by the Champlain Water District (CWD), either by contract, assignment, or purchase. This position develops information and guidelines for the local Board of Water Commissioners and/or the General Manager to aid in establishing administrative, financial, and operational policies. The Director of Distribution is directly responsible to the General Manager of CWD, as well as reports to the assigned local municipal Board or official per Distribution contract. This employee will work in collaboration with Directors and departments in projects and responsibilities of mutual concern.
A Few of the Duties Include:
Assembling, training, and supervision of staff to operate and maintain all assigned distribution systems.
Preparation and dissemination of all pertinent operating and financial information to the local Board of Water Commissioners, General Manager, CWD Board of Commissioners and the public.
Develop, execute, supervise, analyze, and modify, as desired and required, upon approval of the General Manager, techniques, procedures, and records to assure proper and efficient water utility operation.
Preparation and administration of all distribution budgets as well as monthly monitoring andanalysis of allrevenues and expenses in order to make financial related decisions in a timely manner.
Review and approve all plans for new construction as well as modifications to each water distribution system and oversee and record all inspection and testing thereof.
Manage emergency repairs as necessary or required, and act on emergency repairs and/or security issues in concert with other supervisory personnel as a member of CWD's Emergency Response Team.
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Qualifications
Advanced knowledge of water works administration and operation, and valve and water line operations.
Ability to prepare operating budgets for department and water systems and present them to boards and customers in a positive manner.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to speak comfortably in front of large audiences and boards.
Working knowledge of the laws and regulations pertaining to municipal, public water supply and all its ramifications.
Advanced knowledge of practices and procedures related to the installation and repair of water mains, fire hydrants, water service lines, backflow devices, and meters.
Advanced knowledge of safety methods and regulations. Demonstrated aptitude and enthusiasm for learning and following required safety precautions and procedures.
Minimum of ten years of significant and progressive management experience within a water supply or distribution system. Previous employment in municipal organization is desirable. Membership in local, regional, and national water works professional organizations, while not required, is desirable.
Bachelors degree in business administration, engineering, or closely related field is preferred.
An equivalent combination of education, training and experience sufficient to provide the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.
Employee shall possess or be eligible to obtain a State of Vermont Class D Water System Operator's Certificate as required by the Vermont Drinking Water and Groundwater Protection Division. Employee shall obtain said Certificate within the timetable established by the certifying agency or CWD, including passing the required exam within twelve (12) months of employment.
Valid State of Vermont Driver's License with the ability to drive a motor vehicle, with a clean record and the ability to meet the insurability criteria of the District's insurance carrier