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Position Information

Functional TitleSr. Manager, Water/Wastewater Innovation, Technology & Research

Recruitment Category TypeStandard

Functional CategoryOperational Reliability and Resilience

GradeEG.19

FLSA StatusExempt

Requisition Number25-0278

Number of Vacancies1

Job LevelDivision Manager

Job CodeN/A

Job Description Summary

Organization NameInnovation, Technology & Research

Reports toDirector, Operational Reliability and Resilience

Full or Part TimeFull Time

If Part Time how many hours per week

Regular or TemporaryRegular

Position End Date (if temporary)

Work Schedule

Mon-Fri, 8 am – 4:30 pm

Position LocationLaurel

Position Summary Information

General Summary

TheSr. Manager, Water/Wastewater Innovation, Technology & Researchleads innovative research and technology initiatives toidentify, test and implement solutions that enhance reliability, resilience, sustainability and efficiency of operational processes and systems for delivery of excellent water and wastewater services.Responsibilities include maturing a formal research program, managing strategic partnerships and projects, as well as implementing methodology to promote sustainable adoption of solutions.

Essential Functions

+ Leads a team of research scientists and engineers, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance evaluation

+ Implements methodology for identification, review, prioritization and pursuit of innovation, technology and research initiatives that align with operational process and systems needs and objectives

+ Develops a formal research program to align Commission research efforts with operational process and system needs and objectives

+ Leads development and review of external partnerships to pursue solutions to prioritized operational challenges

+ Provides technical expertise for interactions with government and regulatory agencies

+ Provides technical expertise to regulatory inquiries and reviews

+ Identifies emerging environmental issues with potential for significant impact on the Commission; proposes technical responses for the issues, coordinates investigation, and manages any required technical oversight of the resolution of the issues

+ Establishes and tracks strategic and operational performance measures

+ Performs project management for special studies including developing the scope of work, negotiating contracts, reviewing and approving invoices, coordinating internal and external resources, and technical review and approval of the consultant’s work

+ Designs and implements innovative solutions to enhance water treatment processes, water distribution systems, wastewater conveyance systems, and water resource recovery processes

+ Supports water and wastewater process and systems technology evaluation and selection

+ Collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful integration of new technologies

+ Identifies training needs to enhance process and systems efficiency and integrate new technologies

+ Develops conceptual level designs for water and wastewater treatment systems

+ Leads/supports development of project plans with stakeholders for implementation of optimization and piloting initiatives

+ Leads initiatives to assess new ideas and develop comprehensive technical analysis and business cases

+ Works closely with stakeholders to conduct, review, analyze, interpret, and report on initiatives

+ Explores and develops initiatives for cost-neutral and revenue-generating opportunities

+ Supervises employees including selecting or recommending selection, training, assigning and evaluating work, counseling, disciplining, and/or termination or recommending termination

Other Functions

+ Develops and implements strategic plans for knowledge retention

+ Develops and tracks budget

+ Works with internal stakeholders to scope, solicit, select, and manage professional and product service contracts to ensure requisite skills or services

+ Establishes, demonstrates, and enforces high standards for safety

+ Provides engineering support and guidance to troubleshooting complex process problems as needed to ensure the process, systems, and/or facility modifications enhance operations

+ Analyzes relevant technical and operational reports, including process and systems efficiency data; identifies causes of non-routine events; recommends process and systems control strategies and adjustments to variables affecting the quantity and quality of process effluent; identifies how adjustments in one unit process impact other unit processes and overall plant performance

+ Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and participating in professional organizations

+ Supports Communications Office to address inquiries and outreach related to environmental issues

+ Serves as Acting Director, when designated

+ Drives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water business

+ Performs related duties, as assigned

Work Environment And Physical Demands

Business casual office environment

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

+ Strong writing, analysis, and presentation skills

+ Ability to prepare and effectively report on and present highly technical subjects both verbally and in writing

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including listening, reading and collaboration

+ Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills

+ Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism

+ Ability to effectively plan and implement various management and support programs and initiatives

+ Skilled in facilitating an environment of trust, cooperation, and collaboration

+ ·Strong organizational, problem solving, decision-making and multi-tasking skills

+ Ability to plan, direct, and review the work of professional engineers and scientists for quality control

+ Ability to manage external consultants and evaluate their performance against contract requirements

+ Ability to develop and implement work standards, policies, and procedures

+ Ability to communicate and work collaboratively with staff as well as internal and external stakeholders at all organizational levels in a fast-paced environment

+ Ability to deliver superior customer service

+ Ability to interact in an effective and professional manner

+ Proficiency in principles and practices in the fields of civil or environmental engineering, or environmental science, with focus on water quality

+ Knowledge occupational hazards and the necessity for adherence to safety precautions

+ Ability to analyze complex technical problems, evaluate alternatives, and reach sound conclusions

+ Knowledge of general municipal water treatment processes, water distribution systems, wastewater conveyance systems, and wastewater treatment process applications

+ Mastery of advanced concepts, principles, and practices of environmental engineering and science, with ability to apply them on a practical level

+ Knowledge of current best practices in innovation, applied research and technology development

Minimum Education, Experience Requirements

+ Bachelor’s degree in environmental science/engineering, or civil or sanitary engineering, or related scientific discipline

+ 8+ years experience related to applied innovation and research in the water and wastewater industry

+ 2+ years experience in planning and managing complex investigations or programs

+ 3+ years management experience that includes employee supervision (relevant leadership roles or substantial project/program work involving contractors may be considered as equivalent)

Additional Requirements

+ Completion of the WSSC Water Financial Disclosure statement within 30 days of employment and annually thereafter

+ Possession of a valid driver’s license, with no more than 4 points, and the ability to obtain and maintain a WSSC Water driver’s permit within 90 days of hire or transfer

Preferences

+ Advanced degree in environmental science/engineering, or civil, sanitary or chemical engineering

+ Experience in planning and directing complex applied innovation and research programs or projects

+ Supervisory experience

+ Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the state of Maryland

Salary$164,054 - $279,335

Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.

Close Date08/05/2025

Open Until FilledNo

Special Instructions to Applicants

Additional Information

All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

+ * Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?

+ Yes

+ No

+ Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran?

+ Yes

+ No

+ * Do you have a valid driver's license with no more than 4 points and with no restrictions (except eyeglasses/contact lenses)?

+ Yes

+ No

+ * Are you registered as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Maryland or in another state?

+ Yes

+ No

+ * Please list your Professional Engineer (P.E.) license number.

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Resume

Optional Documents

+ Cover Letter/Letter of Application