1839RESOLUTION NO. ~ s39
A RESOLUTION TO CREATE WITHIN THE WEST MEMPHIS UTILITIES THE
POSITION OF DIRECTOR OF WASTEWATER TREATMENT AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES.
WHEREAS, the Utility Commission has considered and approved the creation of the position
of Director of Wastewater Treatment for the West Memphis Utilities; and
WHEREAS, the salary for the position of Director of Wastewater Treatment for the West
Memphis Utilities have been appropriated in the present budget at the rate of compensation of
~0~,708 , 3y per pay period; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to establish within the West Memphis Utilities the
position of Director of Wastewater Treatment at the rate of compensation of ~~ 7d8.3y per pay
period;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WEST MEMPHIS, ARKANSAS THAT:
SECTION 1. There is hereby created within the West Memphis Utilities the position of
Director of Wastewater Treatment which shall be at the rate of compensation of Z 7DS.3 per pay
period.
SECTION 2. All resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict herewith are hereby repealed to
the extent of any such conflict.
ADOPTED this y~h day of rn~ 2006.
WILLIAM H. JOHNSO ,MAYOR
ATTEST:
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P LI A, CITY CLERK
City Clerk's Office
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Rev. 9-21-05
Director of Wastewater Treatment
Job Description
A. Definition:
Directs and coordinates activities concerned with the smooth operation of the
wastewater treatment plant, laboratory and lift stations. Supervises the accurate
laboratory testing of wastewater, water, and sludge. Maintains an industrial
pretreatment program.
B. Typical Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Supervises the operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment
plant, laboratory and lift stations.
2. Performs personnel administration duties, such as scheduling vacations,
holidays, etc., and maintains appropriate personnel records of employees.
3. Ensures compliance with the EPA, ADEQ, Arkansas Department of
Health, and other regulatory agencies, and maintains detailed records of
laboratory results and process pazameters for documentation of
compliance status.
4. Prepares monthly Dischazge Monitoring Reports on the plant's effluent
for ADEQ.
5. Maintains the industrial pretreatment program by ensuring that the
industrial discharges meet pretreatment standazds and local limits.
Conducts industrial inspections at least annually to ensure pretreatment
compliance. Prepares a yeaz-end Pretreatment Performance Survey for
ADEQ.
6. Compiles wastewater treatment plant data to calculate influent loadings,
revise local limits as necessary, ensure adequate capacity for future
growth, and to perform studies for consulting engineers during plant
modifications.
7. Coordinates all in-house and contract lab work to meet EPA and State
guidelines.
8. Provides customer service by answering customer complaints and
coordinating specific analysis as needed, and informs the Water
Department so connective action can be taken.
9. Ensures lift stations aze in good working conditions and proper records
maintained.
10. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the
organization's policies and applicable Laws. Resporislbliitles Include
interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and
directing work; appraising performance; rewazding and disciplining
employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
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C. Supervision Received and Given:
Receives instructions from General Manager and gives written and oral
instructions and supervision to all employees of wastewater treatment,
laboratory testing, and lift station maintenance.
D. Minimum Acceptable Qualifications:
Must have a minimum two years college (Associate Degree) or equivalent
combination of education and experience. Must possess a valid drivers
license. Must currently hold or be able to obtain a Class IV Wastewater
Operator's License and a Grade A Well Water Supply Operator's License
within a reasonable amount of time.
E. Essential Knowledge and Abilities:
1. Ability to learn West Memphis Utility Policy & Procedure Manual, Code
of City of West Memphis, and other codes as pertain to job description.
2. Ability to direct others as needed.
3. Ability to work with other departments or agencies within city, country,
state or federal government. Ability to stay abreast of EPA, ADEQ,
Department of Health and other federal, state and local mandates as they
pertain to wastewater treatment and to apply these mandates.
4. Ability to interpret and carry out Commission policies.
5. Able to promote good public and employee relations.
6. Able to keep General Manager abreast of the state of the Wastewater
Treatment Facility and communications with regulatory agencies.
7. Other duties as assigned.