Team Leader– Water Quality
Do you love building a team? We are looking for a Team Leaders for our Water Quality Group. You will supervise, guide, direct, and train staff within GLWA Water Quality Group, and assign work on projects, and prioritize tasks. You will complete all local, State, Federal and GLWA required reports, regulatory sampling and handle annual unit budget as assigned. As you supervise an assigned staff within the unit, you will oversee and plan work assignments and assist in the development of staff, while maintaining a collaborative work environment. You will also prepare performance evaluations of your assigned team.
Responsibilities (not all-inclusive):
- You will be responsible for record keeping and preparing necessary reports that include logs and computer files and keep up-to-date with technology and infrastructure
- Provide an ongoing safety and injury prevention program and assist in disaster preparedness
- Attend and facilitate meetings, set priorities, track attendance and approve purchases
- You will maintain our Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), while recommending changes to ensure GLWA policies and procedures are adhered to.
Required Education & Experience:
- Associate of Science degree, Associate in Applied Science in Water Resource Management or The Water and Environmental Technology (WET) College Certificate from an accredited college or university; or a combination of related work experience and education
- Management and operational experience gained through dynamically more responsible positions in the utility industry
- A minimum of one (1) year of supervisory experience
Knowledge of:
- Principles and practices of supervision, including selection, work planning, organization, performance review and evaluation, employee development, and training and discipline
- Project management principles, safe work practices and operating procedures
Other Requirements:
- A valid Michigan Driver’s License and the ability to drive a motor vehicle on all terrain;
- Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow security and safety procedures;
- Because of the nature of our work, you will be on call 24/7 and are required to respond to water emergencies.
GLWA offers competitive pay, opportunity for advancement, on the job training, ongoing professional development, tuition assistance and a career in a sector that safeguards public health, supports and strengthen communities, and protects the environment.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.