Watershed Director I

Job Expires: 10/17/24

Salary Range: $74,000 - $99,000

General Description and Classification Standards

Manages the overall administration and management of the Engineering Support Services Division of the DWM Office of Engineering Services. This Division provides the following support services to DWM and other City Departments: design review and support, surveying, geographical information systems (GIS), document management and archiving, land acquisition, permitting, planning, plan review of water and sewer projects and sewer capacity assessment. Areas of responsibility include the direction of around 70 staff including group supervisors and a broad range of engineering, GIS and other support staff. The Watershed Director will provide engineering support including design input and review and provide personnel and fiscal management. This position requires a high level of strategic and operations management, reporting to a DWM Deputy Commissioner. This is NOT a routine promotional level and the specific justification for classification at this level must be documented.

Supervision Received

May work independently or part of a team of Managers that meet to discuss issues related to budgets, staff, policy, and operations. Direction received is very general and focuses on strategic objectives and is typically collaborative in nature. The Watershed Director I will report to the Deputy Commissioner of Engineering Support Services. This position would be considered "upper middle" management.

Minimum Qualifications - Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering or Construction Management. 5-10 years of work experience in engineering consulting, contracting or municipal government sector. At least 3 years of experience as a manager, supervisor, team leader, etc.

Preferred Education & Experience

Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering or Construction Management. 10-20 years of work experience in engineering consulting, contracting or municipal government sector with 5-10 years of experience as a manager, supervisor, team leader, etc.

Licensures and Certifications

None required. P.E. License preferred.

Essential Capabilities and Work Environment

Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.

City of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer.

Closing Date/Time: 2024-10-17

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