Wastewater Plant Supervisor (Ventura Water)

Application submissions are managed exclusively on the City of Ventura career site. To ensure your application and materials are submitted in a timely and complete manner, please apply through https://www.cityofventura.ca.gov/Jobs . Submissions through other websites &/or methods will not be accepted.

Applications and supplemental questions will be accepted and reviewed on a continuous basis. Open until filled. First Review of Applications: Thursday, September 18, 2025.

Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as this position may close without notice.

Pay & Benefits

• $104,983.64 - $140,679.14 Annually DOQ
  
• Benefits
  
  • Medical Insurance options include HMO, PPO, HSA
    
  • City Paid Dental and Vision Insurance
    
  • Vacation & Holiday Compensation
    
  • Deferred Compensation
    
  • CalPERS Retirement
    
  • Tuition Reimbursement & Bilingual Pay
    

The City of Ventura is hiring a Wastewater Plant Supervisor to oversee the critical operations and maintenance of our wastewater treatment facilities. This vital position will help protect the health and safety of our community by ensuring essential wastewater systems are effectively maintained and monitored.

What You'll Do

As our new Wastewater Plant Supervisor, you'll be at the heart of our operations and will:

• Monitor the operations and performance of the Wastewater Treatment Facility through process instrumentation, laboratory analysis results, and facility inspection to ensure that it meets regulatory requirements and industry standards.
  
• Perform mathematical computations related to wastewater treatment and control of wastewater processes.
  
• Plan, schedule, direct, and supervise operations staff to make changes in treatment facility operations to ensure continued compliance and efficiency of operations.
  
• Evaluate the condition of facility equipment and recommend repair and replacement as needed.
  
• Supervise, train, and evaluate subordinate staff in the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment equipment and processes.
  
• Prepare and submit budgetary information for the wastewater treatment facility operations and monitor expenditures to assure budget compliance.
  
• Maintain inventory and oversee the purchase of chemicals and other supplies for the operation of the wastewater treatment facility. Monitor expenditures for wastewater treatment facility operation to assure budget compliance.
  
• Prepare routine and special reports as directed and maintain written and computerized records of operations and maintenance.
  
• Responds to questions from the public about wastewater treatment operations.
  

Who We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will be a proactive leader with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, experienced in managing wastewater treatment operations and guiding a team in a complex, regulated environment. You will have a solid understanding of wastewater processes, treatment standards, and regulatory requirements, enabling you to make informed decisions that ensure compliance and operational efficiency. Effective communication with staff and the public is essential, and you will demonstrate sound judgment in addressing challenges related to wastewater facilities. You will need to be able to manage multiple priorities and foster a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will also be resourceful in identifying operational efficiencies, maintaining treatment equipment, and implementing best practices to support the long-term reliability and effectiveness of the wastewater treatment facility.

A key requirement for this role is to live within a 30-minute response time for on-call emergencies. This ensures you can provide swift and effective support when it's needed most.

If you're ready to take on a new role and make a real impact on our community's well-being, we encourage you to apply!

Experience and Qualifications for Success!

A combination of education, training and experience equivalent to four years of experience operating and maintaining public wastewater treatment plants, including related electrical, mechanical, and wastewater chemistry experience. Supervisory or lead worker experience is required.

Highly Desirable

• Experience with planning, managing, or overseeing wastewater construction projects, including familiarity with construction standards, project scheduling, and coordination with contractors and staff.
  

LICENSE/CERTIFICATES

License: Depending on assignment, possession of a valid California Class C driver's license may be required.

Certificates: Must possess a Grade IV Wastewater Treatment Operator certification issued by the California Water Resources Control Board.

Apply Now!

Submit an online City job application and supplemental questionnaire by first review date for immediate consideration at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs .

• It is important that your city job application shows all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess. Resumes, CVs, and cover letters may be attached to your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application or supplemental questionnaire. Submitting an incomplete application or supplemental questionnaire may disqualify you from further consideration in the recruitment process.
  
• After you apply, all future correspondence from the city will be via E-Mail. Please check your messages regularly and keep your contact information up to date using your on-line application.
  

Start Your Journey... Follow the Process

Applications and supplemental questions will be accepted and reviewed on a continuous basis. Open until filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as this position may close without notice.

First Review of Applications: Thursday, September 18, 2025.

• All applications and supplemental questionnaires submitted will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in this job announcement. Candidates will be reviewed, and only those candidates determined to be most qualified based on experience, training, and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Candidates will be notified by email about their status after the position has closed. Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as this position may close without notice.
  
• Those candidates whose qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position will be invited to a qualifying Oral Panel Interview process. Candidates will be notified of specifics after the examination process has been completed. Initial panel interviews will be conducted in-person. Candidates will be notified of specifics at the appropriate time.
  
• Department Selection Interviews will be scheduled promptly after the oral panel interviews have been completed. Qualifying candidates will be notified by email if they are invited to the panel interview process .
  

The Eligibility List established for this classification may be used to fill other regular and temporary vacancies at the discretion of the City.

The Hiring Process

To learn about our hiring process, visit our City’s Career Page - Hiring Process page for a detailed overview.

Learn More - Essential Information

For additional information on the duties and responsibilities of the position, refer to the job descriptions located on the City’s Career Page at City of Ventura Jobs or by viewing here Wastewater Plant Supervisor .

If you have questions about the recruitment process, please contact any of the Human Resources Recruitment Team at recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov . or New Recruitment Main Phone Number: (805) 654-7802.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need an accommodation in a selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date of the position you are interested in. The Human Resources address is: 501 Poli Street, Room 210, Ventura, CA 93001, (805) 654-7853, e-mail: recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov.

The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!

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