A Town of Payson application is required to be submitted directly to the Town of Payson Human Resources Department. Applications submitted on other platforms will not be considered.
Water Quality and Treatment Manager
$85,384 - $128,086 annually
First application review 6/23/2025. Open until filled.
The Position
This position involves technical and professional level environmental control work to ensure quality of the town’s drinking water and compliance with local, State and Federal water quality standards. Responsible for collecting and analyzing water quality data and information and communicating with the general public and Town staff relative to that data and the enforcement of Town water quality regulations. Serves as a spokesman in water related issues. Assists other departments or agencies with special projects and prepares reports for Town Council, management staff and other entities as required. Responsible for contract oversight, collection of water samples, laboratory testing/analysis of samples and preparation of regulatory reports and contracts.
The Ideal Candidate
The Water Quality and Treatment Manager must have a Bachelor’s degree in biology, microbiology, biochemistry, environmental science or closely related field. Must have Five (5) years experience and/or training that includes state certified laboratory operations, laboratory analysis and sampling, quality control/assurance, chemistry, or microchemistry or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required skills and abilities for the position.
Must possess, or be able to obtain by the time of hire, a valid Arizona drivers license without record of suspension or revocation in any state. ADEQ Water Treatment and Distribution certification within one (1) year of employment. OSHA 40 hours of Hazardous Waste certification within in one (1) year of employment.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Leads and monitors source, treatment, distribution system, and ASR Well water quality at frequent intervals; uses knowledge of water treatment and water chemistry to make appropriate adjustment to chemicals and flows to meet Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), Clean Water Act (CWA) and Town of Payson requirements.
- Performs or supervises daily field and laboratory analyses. Records and organizes water quality data using tablets, laptops or other computer equipment with spreadsheet software for regulatory compliance information and other plant operational needs;
- Interprets applicable regulatory standards, statutes, and regulations;
- Consults with town staff to review water quality operations/activities, review/resolve issues and provide recommendations;
- Provides technical assistance and expertise to assure Town compliance with local, State, and Federal water quality standards;
- Serves as liaison between the Town and regulatory agencies and other entities as required on water issues and enforcement activities;
- Ensures compliance with all applicable codes, laws, rules, regulations and standard operating procedures;
- Ensures adherence to established safety procedures;
- Supervises, plans and coordinates operations and activities involving water sampling, laboratory analysis and regulatory reporting; maintains high productivity standards;
- Summarizes technical data and prepares or supervises preparation of complex monthly, quarterly or annual reports, including the annual Consumer Confidence Report, annual Water Usage Reports and documentation for submission to regulatory agencies;
- Ensures timely submission of reports and information to appropriate agencies/entities;
- Responsible for oversight of drinking water treatment plant operations, including the WQARF Site Treatment Systems, sampling and data management;
- Develops and enforces maintenance plans and schedules for all chemicals, chemical feed equipment, flow meters, water plant and distribution water quality instrumentation, and dedicated sampling flush hydrants;
- Develops and administers budget for area of assignment, monitors expenditures and compliance with approved budget;
- Conducts inspections/investigations relative to water quality;
- Researches water treatment options and recommends appropriate technologies, methods and/or remediation/resolution as needed;
- Performs customer service functions; provides assistance and information relative to water issues; responds to questions, requests for information and customer complaints;
- Researches issues and initiates problem resolution, provides technical expertise to internal and external customers;
- Evaluates environmental pollution problems and prepares reports for use in public hearings;
- Reviews and approves water quality data for the water distribution system and new water sources;
- Identifies operator water quality training needs; develops operator training programs; works closely with operators to ensure they can demonstrate proficiency in necessary roles.
- Responsible for water quality for the Green Valley Park water reclamation project;
- Serves as spokesman on water related issues;
- Prepares oral and written presentations and educational materials for Town Council, community groups, Town staff and/or the general public;
- Provides contract oversight and ensures that projects are completed in a timely manner;
- Coordinates procurement of necessary equipment and supplies, monitors inventory of equipment, tools, chemicals, and other materials, ensures availability of materials to conduct projects and work activities, initiates/approves requisitions/orders for replacement materials;
- Meets with suppliers to discuss materials and services, new product information, purchase and repair prices;
- Operates a motor vehicle, boat, personal computer, general office equipment, laboratory and sampling equipment, and other equipment as necessary;
- Assists in special projects;
- Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.
- Models the Town of Payson’s organizational purpose to Anticipate, Create and Serve by demonstrating our core behaviors and values of Integrity, Adaptability, Collaboration, and Excellence.
For additional information and to apply, please visit:
https://www.paysonaz.gov/departments/internal-services/human-resources/employment-opportunities
A Town of Payson application is required to be submitted directly to the Town of Payson Human Resources Department. Applications submitted on other platforms will not be considered.