Wastewater Treatment Manager
Salary
$108,804.80 - $146,972.80 Annually
Location
Water Campus - 8787 E. Hualapai Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, AZ
Job Type
Full-Time Regular
Job Number
FY2627-00019
Division
Water Reclamation Services
Department
Water Reclamation Services Admin
Opening Date
07/13/2026
Closing Date
8/10/2026 11:59 PM Arizona
Introduction
This position manages the overall operation of the wastewater treatment operations area in such a manner as to meet all Local, State and Federal requirements. Responsible for the efficient, safe and economical operation of the Water Campus Water Reclamation Plant (WRP), Advanced Water Treatment (AWT) Plant, Gainey Ranch (WRP) Water Reclamation Plant and the Desert Mountain and Westworld Non-Potable Recharge Facilities.
Anticipated starting salary for this position may be up to mid-point depending on candidate's experience and internal equity. The full salary range is listed above and mid-point for this position is $61.45/hour or $127,816.00/annually.
Please note:
Minimum Qualifications
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Essential Functions
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Benefits Highlights:
The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Please visit the Human Resources and Benefits Information page for more information.
Selection Process:
The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. DO NOT state "See Resume" in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process.
Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process that may include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening that may include:
The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice.
PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are based on a work schedule of 2,080 hours per year for full-time positions and 1,040 hours per year for part-time positions, and while work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis. Depending upon the job classification, education may not be substituted for work experience.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.
When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR Receptionist at 480-312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR Receptionist at 480-312-2491.
This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.
Full-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday and medical leave as well as insurance for medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance. For a more detailed overview of the employee benefits, click here.
Part-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers paid medical leave for part-time staff.
Commute Solutions Program
City of Scottsdale provides free Valley Metro Platinum passes to employees for the bus and light rail systems when commuting; a vanpool subsidy is also available. Employees can decrease stress, decrease wear & tear on their vehicle, and help the environment all at the same time.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
The City of Scottsdale is considered a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). You may find more information about the PSFL program by going to the Federal Student Aid website by clicking here.
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Please check the box that applies to your level of education and related work experience:
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If you have at least 5 years of experience in the operation and maintenance of a large complex wastewater treatment facilities., describe this experience in detail and provide the name(s) of the employer(s). NOTE: If you answered yes to this question, you must include this information in the "Work Experience" section of the application. Do not state "See resume" in lieu of responding to this question. If you dont have this experience, write "None."
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Describe your experience with advanced computerized systems utilized in the control and monitoring of wastewater treatment facilities. NOTE: If you have this experience, you must include this information in the "Work Experience" section of the application. Do not state "See resume" in lieu of responding to this question. If you dont have this experience, write "None."
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Do you have at least 1 year of Lead or Supervisory experience? NOTE: If you have this experience, you must include this information in the "Work Experience" section of your application.
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What is the largest number of full-time employees you have been responsible for, either directly or indirectly? NOTE: If you dont have this experience, write "None."
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Describe your experience with advanced water treatment such as membrane treatment, ultrafiltration, reverse osmosis, UV-AOP, ozone, etc. include the application, type, and capacity of the process. NOTE: If you dont have this experience, write "None."
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Describe your experience with membrane treatment processes such as reverse osmosis or ultrafiltration, including the application, type, and capacity of the process. NOTE: If you dont have this experience, write "None."
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What is the dollar amount of the largest operating budget you have been directly responsible for? NOTE: If you do not have this experience, write "None."
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Describe your experience working with contractors under a Job Order Contract (JOC) project delivery method, including the range of the dollar amount related to these projects. NOTE: If you dont have this experience, write "None."
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A Grade 4 Operator certification from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality in Wastewater Treatment is required upon hire or promotion. Do you have this active certification, or can you obtain it through reciprocity by time of hire or promotion?
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Please list all of your current Operator certifications, including the level of certification and their expiration dates. If you do not possess Operator certifications, write "None."
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Please indicate how you learned about this job opportunity with the City of Scottsdale.
Required Question
Employer City of Scottsdale
Address 9191 E San Salvador Dr
Scottsdale, Arizona, 85258
Website http://www.scottsdaleaz.gov