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HomeMy WebLinkAboutWater Quality Manager JEFFERSON COUNTY JOB DESCRIPTION Position: WATER QUALITY MANAGER Department: Public Health Annual Hours Worked: 2080 Exempt Salary System Grade: MGR19 FLSA: Exempt UNION: Exempt Adopted: October 2021 Approved By: Human Resources Manager (- `c., z c 4( 1 1.0 MAJOR FUNCTION AND PURPOSE 1.1 Plans, organizes, manages,directs, and evaluates the Water Quality(WQ)programs of Jefferson County. Provides professional technical advice, consultation and services to other departments and the general public. Works with the Board of County Commissioners,Health Officer, Board of Health,the County Administrator and the Environmental Health and Water Quality Director in program&procedure development and management as well as field work and public education. 1.2 Water Quality is responsible for development of environmental policy and planning, and implementation of studies and assessments,enhancements, and promoting stewardship through public education. Water Quality provides a critical link with other county, city, regional and state departments to integrate policies and actions for environmental assessment, protection and enhancement. 2.0 SUPERVISION RECEIVED 2.1 Persons in this position are given discretion within the scope of policy and regulations, in the routine performance of their duties. Supervision and guidance are received from the Environmental Health and Water Quality Director in conjunction with the Public Health Director,the County Administrator,the Health Officer and the Jefferson County Board of Health. Performance evaluations are conducted by the Environmental Health and Water Quality Director. Water Quality performance measures are reviewed by the Board of County Commissioners,the Jefferson County Board of Health and the County Administrator. 3.0 SUPERVISION EXERCISED 3.1 Persons in this position supervise professional,paraprofessional, administrative staff and various contractors. Carries out supervisory and management responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and delegating work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. The position uses sound professional judgment, conforms to adopted policies and procedures, solves problems and achieves results consistent with stated goals and objectives. 3.2 Motivate staff, enhance efficiency, and generate a harmonious work environment. Jefferson County Job Description: Public Health-Water Quality Manager Page 2 of 5 4.0 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 4.1 In conjunction with the Environmental Health and Water Quality Director, administers the Water Quality budget for programs and services. With other management and administrative personnel, prepares budget estimates, statistical,tracking and routine reports.Assures the appropriate use of public funds,that contractual obligations are met, and that the Department and County goals are achieved within available resources. 4.2 Reviews,tracks and implements department programs both in writing and deliverables to maintain contracts. Is expert in field and resource to the department in specialty area. 4.3 Represents Jefferson County on multi-jurisdictional and stakeholder committees conducting watershed planning, salmon recovery planning, Puget Sound cleanup,marine resource protections and natural resource restoration. Integrate findings and policies recommended from these committees into Jefferson County actions for environmental assessment, enhancement and protection. 4.4 Assists other departments or agencies as needed by providing technical assistance in the development and implementation of policies and actions related to water quality protection and enhancement,water resource management, and management of fish and wildlife habitat.Assist or conduct environmental assessments for use by other departments and jurisdictions. 4.5 Performs policy development and program design with written, identified needs and goals. 4.6 Researches, secures, and manages grant funding to support department activities to maximize the benefits from available local funding sources. 4.7 Assist and coordinate with other agencies as required or appropriate to cooperatively identify opportunities for mutual benefit. This would include during emergencies, investigating the factors responsible for specific disease outbreaks, shellfish harvest area closures,Multi-agency projects, interviewing affected individuals, obtaining appropriate samples for laboratory analysis and investigating suspected sources. Reports results to appropriate agencies or departments. Takes appropriate corrective action upon identification of source. 4.8 Plans, organizes, implements or participates in citizen education for all areas of Water Quality programs. Conducts classes,performs public speaking,prepares publicity, and otherwise assists in informing the public of proper sanitation, disease control methods, stewardship and water resource protection. 4.9 Enforces Environmental Health rules and regulations of the State Board of Health, local Health Board and other applicable laws where authority and responsibility has been delegated to the local Board of Health or the Board of County Commissioners. 4.10 Leadership, planning and policy development: develop local,regional, and statewide plans and policies, support County Boards, and provide leadership, consultation, strategic planning, analysis and communication. 4.11 Establishes annual work programs and identifies team approach to problem solving and process improvements. Evaluates program and community needs within the context of Public Health,the County and the community. Jefferson County Job Description: Public Health-Water Quality Manager Page 3 of 5 4.12 Conducts program evaluation of structure, process and outcome that may include: cost benefit analysis,recording systems, immediate and long-term outcomes both intended and unintended. 4.13 Performs other tasks as directed. 5.0 REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES 5.1 Ability to work effectively with other professionals and community groups. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals,policy and regulations,and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers,regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format.Ability to effectively present information to management, public groups, and /or boards of directors. 5.2 Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages,ratios,and proportions to practical situations. 5.3 Ability to define problems, collect data,establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. 5.4 Ability to use a personal computer and software, calculator, and other office equipment standard to areas of assignment and to adapt to new and/or modified equipment which may be acquired.Knowledge and experience in using a wide variety of computer software and equipment, including word processing, spreadsheet, statistical,and Geographic Information Systems(GIS). 5.5 Demonstrated successful supervisory experience. 5.6 Implement and maintain sound organizational practices. 5.7 Maintain a high standard for accuracy, completeness, and efficiency in the preparation of reports and budgets. Self-motivated to complete required deadlines while simultaneously completing other tasks. 5.8 While preforming the duties of this job,the employee is regularly required to stand,walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects,tools or controls, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit,reach with hands and arms, climb or balance,and stoop, kneel, crouch,or crawl. 5.9 Good health, and good physical condition appropriate to the position. Theemployeem must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision requirements include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 5.10 Knowledge and advanced understanding of the principles and practices of Environmental Health and Public Health Policy including the legal implications of departmental activities. Knowledge of management and administrative practices, and technical advances related to the delivery of services, treatments and intervention. Jefferson County Job Description: Public Health-Water Quality Manager Page 4 of 5 6.0 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 6.1 Master's degree in environmental health, sanitary science, bacteriology, engineering, ecology,natural resource management,water resource management, or basic natural or physical sciences, or a Master's degree in public administration or public health, including a minimum of 45 credits of basic and natural sciences; and three(3)years in relevant,progressively responsible positions,with at least one(1)year of supervisory or lead experience, including direct responsibility for performance of a team and/or individual subordinates. OR Bachelor's degree(BA or BS) in environmental health, sanitary science, bacteriology, engineering, ecology, or basic natural or physical sciences,natural resource management, water resource management and six(6)years progressively responsible natural resource or environmental health management position, including one(1)year of supervisory or lead experience. OR Equivalent combination of education and experience. 6.2 Valid Washington State Driver's License. 6.3 Ability to successfully complete various required training classes and obtain certificates necessary for functional skills performance, maintenance and improvement. 7.0 DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND ABILITIES 7.1 Familiarity with tools, instruments, equipment and techniques commonly used in the performance of related tasks. 7.2 Ability to quickly grasp new techniques,deal with rapid changes in events,remain calm in stressful situations,relate to various personality styles in a calm, professional manner. 7.3. Understands the need for maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information. 7.4 Knowledge of the principles and practices of the field of general ecology,natural resource management or environmental health and associated disciplines, as applied to environmental health, including chemistry, microbiology, soils, ecology, fisheries, basic engineering,water resource management,wildlife, forestry management and communicable diseases. Knowledge of the laws and administrative policies governing natural resource management and environmental health. 7.7 Assure efficient and effective utilization of volunteers and department personnel, funds,materials, facilities, and time. 7.8 Registered by the Washington State Board of Registered Sanitarians. 7.9 Strong leadership,management, organizational,planning and negotiating skills. 7.10 Professional grant and report writing. Jefferson County Job Description: Public Health-Water Quality Manager Page 5 of 5 8.0 WORK ENVIRONMENT 8.1 While performing the duties of this job,the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The noise level in this work environment can be loud. 8.2 Work is normally performed indoors and the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 9.0 ADDENDUM- SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 9.1 Investigates complaints of malfunctioning sewage disposal systems to identify causes and determine corrective action necessary.Informs citizens of corrective actions necessary. 9.2 Investigates sources of pollution to watersheds and waters(fresh or marine)to identify causes and determine corrective action necessary. Informs citizens of corrective actions necessary. 9.3 Surveys public swimming beaches on a scheduled basis. Advises property owners of corrective action necessary. 9.4 Investigates complaints of physical and chemical hazards such as pesticides, industrial pollutants, and noise. Coordinates corrective action with the appropriate agencies when warranted. 9.5 Knowledge and advanced understandingof theprinciples and practices of Environmental Health and Public Health Policy including the legal implications of department activities. Knowledge of management and administrative practices, and technical advances related to the delivery of services,treatments and intervention. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and is subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.