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Employee functions in an administrative capacity carrying out special projects as assigned by the Department Director. Also, under general direction of the Director, this employee directs, manages, supervises, and coordinates the activities and operations of the assigned Department. This employee will assist with key departmental functions, including coordinating assigned activities with other divisions, departments and outside agencies. Provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Director of the assigned department.
The Greater Cincinnati Water Works (GCWW) is seeking to fill a Deputy Director of Operations position. This top-level management position will oversee operations in the Distribution Division, Supply Division, Water Quality and Treatment Division and Stormwater Management Utility. This position will assist in the organization, staffing and operational activities of these divisions. This position is necessary for GCWW to meet its objectives.
DUTIES FOR THIS POSITION INCLUDE:
Assist with capital improvement opportunities and master plan development and execution.
Provide substantial input into the strategic planning efforts for the organization.
Require full understanding of regulations and treatment requirements for compliance.
Require Knowledge of water utility trends and challenges facing utilities.
Provide Constant monitoring of performance and performance metrics for the organization.
Confer with public officials, contractors, construction materials manufacturers, and citizens on issues related to drinking water.
Participate in various national studies and panels to learn about new water utility practices as well as share lessons learned from GCWW.
Manage and participate in the development of strategic goals, strategies and action items for the divisions assigned.
Work to ensure the department is in compliance with all small business enterprise directives and practices.
Act as Director of the organization when needed.
Engage with unions, including regular meetings, regarding workforce issues.
(Illustrative only. Any one position may not require all of the listed KSAs nor do the listed examples include all the KSAs which may be required.)
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of program development, implementation and administration.
Methods and techniques of statistical data collection and analysis.
Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.
Principles and procedures of financial reporting.
Principles and procedures of management systems and reporting.
Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.
City personnel policies and procedures.
Principles and procedures for developing goals, objectives and management plans.
Public administration principles and processes.
Skill to:
Operate appropriate computer equipment; use properly all related hardware and software.
Operate assigned vehicle in the course of duty.
Ability to:
Implement and maintain positive employee relations.
Promote and maintain highest integrity throughout all personnel.
Analyze and manage effective EEO/AA programs.
Develop and administer departmental goals, objectives and procedures, and assess programs, policies and operational needs and make appropriate adjustments.
Analyze data and information; draw conclusions; propose responsive actions.
Identify and respond to sensitive organizational issues, concerns and needs.
Plan, organize, direct and coordinate the work of lower-level staff.
Delegate authority and responsibility.
Select, supervise, train and evaluate staff.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Research, analyze and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques.
Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports.
Interpret and apply applicable Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Maintain confidentiality of certain City information.
Work with diverse groups from the public, business, industry, and various local government agencies to evaluate methods for solving problems and improving service.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Each applicant must have a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business, Marketing, or area of operational expertise and five to seven years of progressively responsible experience in the public or private sector related to assigned department activities is required. A Master's degree in the aforementioned or operational areas is strongly preferred.
Where a specialized certification or experience is required for the position, a substitution may be permitted to replace educational requirements.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Must have a valid Driver's License.
Must be an excellent communicator and team builder.
May require specific industry mandated or related certifications.
Environmental Conditions: Office environment: exposure to computer screens; some travel within the City required.
Physical Conditions: Duties require maintaining physical condition necessary for standing and sitting for prolonged periods of time; manual dexterity; may be required to operate assigned vehicle.
The below information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available and is subject to change. Not all benefits listed are available for every position. Benefits can vary depending on applicable labor agreements and/or salary plan. For specific questions, contact the HR Contact indicated on the Job Posting.
The City of Cincinnati offers its employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package designed to actively attract and retain quality employees' to add additional value to the City of Cincinnati's workforce. A summary of these benefits for full-time employment is listed below. This is a general listing of benefits for all employees and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing for all bargaining units.
The City offers a variety of training programs, ranging from job-specific skills such as computer and equipment instruction, to helping supervisors improve their management techniques.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The City of Cincinnati is dedicated to providing equal employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation or transgendered status, or ethnic, national or Appalachian origin, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.
Holidays
The City of Cincinnati has 11 paid holidays annually that include:
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Day
President's Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans' Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving
Christmas
Health Insurance
The City of Cincinnati 80/20 offers 3 medical plans to all full time City of Cincinnati employees and eligible dependents: the 80/20 PPO medical plan, the HDHP medical plan with an HSA contribution, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement for those enrolled on another non-city eligible group plan.
Eligible dependents include:
Legal Spouse or Equal Partner
Child (natural child, adopted child, and/or child who the group has determined is covered under a "Qualified Medical Child Support Order")
Step-child
Child for whom the employee or employee's spouse/equal partner is a legal guardian
Basic Life Insurance
A $50,000 Basic Life Insurance policy is paid for by the City for certain eligible employees. Full time employees not eligible for the City-paid basic life insurance policy are generally provided a similar benefit through their union group.
Supplemental Life, Long Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
Most full time City employees are eligible to participate in a supplemental life insurance program, a long term disability plan, and accident and critical illness insurance programs at their own expense. Premiums are determined by age, amount of coverage, and various additional factors.
Flexible Benefits Plans
Healthcare Flex Spending Account
City employees can participate in the Healthcare Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay out-of-pocket medical, prescription, dental, and vision care expenses for employees and family members.
Dependent Care Flex Spending Account
City employees can participate in a Dependent Care Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay work-related dependent care expenses. Participants can set aside money each year through pre-tax payroll deductions to pay for these expenses.
Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account
City employees can participate in a Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account (TERA) that can be used to reimburse expenses related to traveling to and from work. Participants can set-up a pre-tax payroll deduction up to an IRS regulated amount.
Healthy Lifestyles Program
City employees can voluntarily participate in a wellness incentive program that encourages and rewards employees and their spouses/equal partners for making positive choices for better health. The City of Cincinnati will contribute up to $300/year to a Health Reimbursement Account for each the employee and their spouse/equal partner for meeting specified program goals. These dollars can be used to offset qualified out-of-pocket medical expenses.
Integrated Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
This is a voluntary program that serves as an alternative healthcare option to traditional medical plans. If you have alternate group health coverage available to you through a spouse, equal partner, another job, or a non-city retirement plan, you may be eligible for this plan which reimburses you for the difference in premiums between the plans and your covered out of pocket expenses on the other plan.
Retirement Plan
The City provides a defined benefit pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. New hires and re-hired employees are required to participate in the City of Cincinnati's Retirement System (CRS), regardless of previous participation in an Ohio State pension system or any another state or federal pension system. CRS is funded by employer and employee contributions, and investment returns from plan assets. CRS provides retirement and health care benefits subject to eligibility requirements. The following groups are excluded from participation in CRS: Mayor and Members of City Council; Sworn Police & Fire; Police Recruits; and Rehired Ohio Police & Fire Retirees.
Deferred Compensation
As an Ohio government employer, the City offers employees the ability to participate in a 457(b) tax-deferred retirement savings plan. The City makes an annual match to your 457(b) of up to $750, or as otherwise specified in applicable regulations and union contracts.
