Deputy Chief Operating Officer-Wastewater
Core
Provide executive leadership for the operation and maintenance of water resource recovery facilities, sewer overflow facilities, pump stations, and interceptor lines serving 30% of Michigan, ensuring regulatory compliance and strategic operational direction.
Role type
Senior executive operations leader (wastewater utility)
Builds
Reliable wastewater treatment and conveyance infrastructure for a large public utility
Domain
Water/Wastewater utility operations and public infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic planning, budget management, regulatory compliance, operational oversight, stakeholder engagement, emergency response coordination, performance management
Preferred skills
Master's degree in engineering or related field, Professional Engineering License, Project Management Professional (PMP), experience in large-scale water or wastewater operations
Technologies
Enterprise resource planning systems, financial modeling tools, emergency response communication systems
Responsibilities
Coordinate and lead the development of the annual budget; ensure accountability and compliance with state and federal laws; plan and implement strategic decisions to meet organizational objectives; oversee staff and vendors for assigned operational units; lead emergency operations during severe weather or critical incidents
Seniority
Senior, executive leadership
