WPC Operations Supervisor

WPC Operations Supervisor

Salary

$82,659.20 - $115,752.00 Annually

Location

WPC- 7525 Bertram Rd SE Cedar Rapids, IA

Job Type

Full-Time

Department

Utilities

Opening Date

11/10/2026

Closing Date

11/24/2026 11:59 PM Central

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

NON_BARGAINING

• Description
• Benefits
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About the Role

Are you a dependable, safety-minded leader ready to make a meaningful impact in your community? The City of Cedar Rapids is seeking a WPC Operations Supervisor to oversee daily operations at our Water Pollution Control Facility. In this essential role, you'll help ensure regulatory compliance, optimize treatment processes, and support a high-performing team dedicated to protecting public health and the environment. Join us in keeping Cedar Rapids clean, safe, and sustainable-apply today!

About our Organization

Are you a dependable, safety-minded leader ready to make a meaningful impact in your community? The City of Cedar Rapids is seeking a WPC Operations Supervisor to oversee daily operations at our Water Pollution Control Facility. In this essential role, you'll help ensure regulatory compliance, optimize treatment processes, and support a high-performing team dedicated to protecting public health and the environment. Join us in keeping Cedar Rapids clean, safe, and sustainable-apply today!

At the City, we are committed to employing individuals who reflect our community's diverse backgrounds and this position is crucial in the success and strategic direction of a growing and evolving community. We appreciate and leverage the vast experience individuals bring beyond the technical requirements of a job. If you are an individual with similar experience listed here please consider applying. Experience and skills combined with commitment to our core values is key to building a greater community now and for the next generation.

About our Community

Nestled in the heart of Iowa, Cedar Rapids is our vibrant and diverse community known for its rich history, culture, and natural beauty. Our city has a strong sense of community which can be seen at any of our numerous parks, recreational opportunities, and family-friendly events year round. You can also explore our thriving downtown district, filled with shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, or take a stroll along the Cedar River, which runs through the heart of the city. Cedar Rapids - Why you should live here!

About this Opportunity

Supervises the operational process and activities for the water pollution control facility.

The City of Cedar Rapids does not offer sponsorship for employment authorization.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Supervises the day-to-day operation of the City's water pollution control facility and ensures personnel adhere with plant safety, policies and standard operating procedures
• Supervises the work of assigned personnel, including assigning and reviewing work, providing guidance, and conducting performance evaluations
• Monitors operation of plant processes and ensures processes and controls are meeting the regulatory requirements
• Supervises the record keeping of logs, interprets data into various reports via excel and ensures other documentation is kept up-to-date
• Analyzes equipment conditions, monitors usage, and tracks performance metrics
• Monitors WPC process chemical inventory and orders
• Troubleshoots repairs with maintenance staff and ensures equipment is performing efficiently
• Represents the city's water pollution control division at conferences, meetings, training workshop sessions, continuing education seminars, and events and interacts with the public and vendors
• Performs related work as required

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Associates's degree in related field and
• Three (3) to five (5) years' experience in Wastewater treatment and sludge processing or
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Iowa Grade 2 Wastewater Treatment license or ability to obtain within 1 year from hire date

Desired Qualifications

• Iowa Grade 3 Wastewater Treatment License

Supplemental Information

Knowledge of:

• Methods, practices, techniques, equipment, tools, materials and supplies used in water and sludge treatment and operational maintenance and repair
• Safety regulations, protocols, principles, practices and procedures

Skill in:

• Communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders using both technical and non-technical language
• Assigning, prioritizing, monitoring, and reviewing work assignments

Ability to:

• Train, assign, motivate, supervise and evaluate the work of others.
• Read and interpret blueprints and plans.
• Work cooperatively and develop and maintain effective working relationships

Work Schedule:

Tuesday - Saturday, 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement

The City of Cedar Rapids is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All job applicants will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history).

Applicants with Disabilities

We respect and value people with disabilities and are committed to providing a workplace culture of disability inclusion. People with disabilities are supported during the hiring process and are encouraged to apply for employment with the City of Cedar Rapids. In support of the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations will be provided to those in need of assistance with the application and interview process. To request an accommodation, contact the Citys Human Resources department by phone at 319-286-5000 or by email at hr@cedar-rapids.org.

We offer benefits and beyond for our employees and their families!

• Multiple health insurance plans administered by Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield with low employee premiums, deductibles, and co-insurance (view our benefits summaries for more information: Choice Plan and Traditional Plan)
• Expansive Wellness Program and low cost onsite exercise facilities
• Dental Insurance with Delta Dental of Iowa
• 100% city paid basic life insurance
• Other voluntary benefits offered including vision, long-term disability, and supplemental life insurance
• IPERS Retirement - Iowa Public Employees Retirement System, with contributions of 6.29% employee/ 9.44% City (IPERS)
• Deferred Compensation (IRS Section 457) retirement programs
• Generous paid time off AND 11 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave program with 4 weeks of paid time off
• Annual salary increases, AND an annual across-the-board increase (determined by available budget)
• Longevity Pay for years of service
• Educational assistance up to $3,000 per year
• A culture that is supportive and committed to professional development opportunities
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness - Employees may qualify for the PSLF program which forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time for a qualifying employer. See more information here

01

How many years of Wastewater treatment and sludge processing experience do you have?

• Less than 1 year of experience
• At least 1 year of experience
• At least 3 years of experience
• At least 5 years of experience
• At least 7 years of experience
• At least 9 years of experience
• More than 10 years of experience

02

Which of the following best indicates your highest level of education?

• I do not have a High School diploma or GED
• High School diploma or GED
• Some college (at least the equivalent of 1 year)
• Associates degree or vocational equivalent
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree or higher

03

What is your education major?

• Industrial Technology, Environmental Sciences, Business Administration, Public Administration, or Construction Management
• Other, related to Industrial Technology, Environmental Sciences, Business Administration, Public Administration, or Construction Management
• Other major
• no degree

04

If selected for this position, are you able and willing to obtain an Iowa Grade 2 Wastewater Treatment license or ability to obtain within 1 year from hire date?

• Yes
• No
• Already possess an Iowa Grade 2 Wastewater Treatment license.

05

Which of the following best describes your proficiency with Microsoft Office?

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Proficient
• Advanced
• Expert

06

Please briefly share your experience in Wastewater treatment and sludge processing.

07

Briefly describe your experience working collaboratively with diverse groups of people.

Required Question

Employer City of Cedar Rapids

Address 101 1st Street SE

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, 52401

Phone 319-286-5000

Website http://www.cedar-rapids.org/