Water Quality & Compliance Supervisor

Water Quality & Compliance Supervisor

Salary

$74,525.79 - $119,241.26 Annually

Location

Barrow County, GA

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

00389

Department

Department of Water Resources

Opening Date

07/28/2026

• Description
• Benefits

The Water Quality and Compliance Supervisor is a mid-level leadership role responsible for ensuring the County's water and wastewater systems strictly adhere to federal (EPA) and state (Georgia EPD) regulations. A critical component of this role involves overseeing the utility impacts of new development and construction projects, ensuring that all new infrastructure aligns with County service delivery strategies and long-term asset management plans.

1. Regulatory Compliance & Quality Control

• Monitoring & Reporting: Supervise the collection and analysis of water and wastewater samples to ensure compliance with the Safe Drinking Water Act and Clean Water Act.
• Permit Management: Oversee Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) programs, including inspections and enforcement actions for commercial users.
• Documentation: Prepare and submit accurate regulatory reports, such as the annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR), to state and federal agencies.

2. Development & Construction Oversight

• Plan Review: Evaluate civil and architectural drawings for proposed developments to ensure water and sewer infrastructure meets County standards.
• Project Coordination: Coordinate with planning and engineering stakeholders to assess the impact of new construction on existing utility capacity.
• Field Inspections: Conduct site evaluations and final inspections for Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects and new residential/commercial water and sewer taps.
• Asset Management: Update the County's infrastructure inventory and condition assessments as new projects are completed and integrated into the system.

3. Team Leadership & Operations

• Staff Supervision: Manage a team of technicians and inspectors, providing training on safety protocols, work methods, and technical standards.
• Emergency Response: Lead the department's response to water quality emergencies, spills, or system failures, coordinating with emergency and health officials.
• Customer Service: Investigate and resolve citizen complaints regarding water quality, pressure, or construction-related utility issues.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: 5-7 years of experience in water/wastewater utility operations or environmental compliance, with at least 3 years in a supervisory capacity.
• Licensure:
• Must possess or be able to obtain Georgia State Certification in Water Treatment/Distribution or Wastewater Treatment/Collection.
• Valid State of Georgia Driver's License.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Field Work: Significant time spent at construction sites and treatment facilities, requiring the ability to walk over rough terrain, climb ladders, and work in various weather conditions.
• Availability: Must be available for on-call rotation and emergency response outside of normal business hours.

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Employer Barrow County BOC

Address 30 N. Broad St.

Winder, Georgia, 30680

Phone (770) 307-3663

Website http://www.barrowga.org