Wastewater Deputy Division Chief - EM-05

Salary $92,040.00 - $169,524.00 Annually Location Future vacancies with immediate vacancy in Hilo, HI Job Type Permanent & Temporary Positions Job Number 2026-00167 Department Environmental Management Division Wastewater Opening Date 11/08/2026 Closing Date 11/17/2026 11:59 PM Hawaii Duties Summary Assists in directing and coordinating all activities relating to the operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment facilities in the County of Hawai'i; and performs other related duties as required. There is one (1) immediate permanent full-time vacancy with the Department of Environmental Management - Wastewater Division in Hilo. (Appointment may be made at any rate within the salary range advertised above at which appropriate qualified applicants can be recruited. Starting salary will be based on the qualifications of the person selected.) The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the life of the list. Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment. Examples of Duties Assists in planning, directing, and coordinating the installation, operation, maintenance, overhaul, repair, and testing of wastewater treatment and disposal facilities and systems. Recommends additions, modifications, and over-all needs for effective operation and maintenance. Develops and implements new methods and procedures. Adapts or alters equipment and appurtenances to obtain economy and optimum utilization of wastewater plant facilities. Defines objectives and gives technical direction in all phases of activities involving pump stations and treatment plants. Formulates policies and standards for the operation and maintenance of plant facilities. Conducts feasibility studies and prepares cost estimates for the equipment replacement and capital improvement programs. Confers and negotiates with various governmental agencies and private firms for the construction, alteration, operation, and maintenance of plants and facilities. Receives and reviews complaints from the public; conducts field investigations when necessary; prepares response or meets with individuals to resolve issues. Prepares, reviews, evaluates, and supervises the preparation of administrative, operational, and technical reports and correspondence. Assigns and reviews the work of subordinates; recommends personnel actions including hiring, promotion, disciplinary actions, and terminations; recommends personnel requirements and staffing for the division. Oversees in-service training and safety programs; enforces and complies with all Federal, State, and County laws, regulations, and policies relating to occupational safety and health and the environment. Assists in the preparation and justification of the operating and CIP budgets and monitors expenditures; reviews and recommends equipment requirements; supervises the preparation of specifications and cost estimates, and the procurement and storage of all equipment, parts, materials, and supplies. Attends conferences and may represent the department at council meetings, public hearings, or community organization meetings; maintains effective public relations. Keeps abreast of the latest developments in wastewater treatment and disposal methods and equipment. Acts for the division chief in their absence. Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualification Requirements Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to: graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree (scan and attach a copy of your official college transcript to your application), and five (5) years of work experience in a wastewater operation which shall have included the construction, installation, maintenance, or repair of a wastewater treatment facility, of which one (1) year shall have included administrative and supervisory work experience. License/Certificate Requirements: possession of a valid State of Ha…

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