**Position Information**

This is a working supervisor position. Responsible for oversight and delegation of day-to-day staff activities to ensure the operation of the plant meet local, state, and federal permitting requirements. Supervisory responsibilities include providing a positive team working environment, conducting performance evaluations, providing training opportunities, recruiting and disciplinary decisions, and helps plant operators develop skills and gain knowledge. Incumbents are required to perform Plant Operator duties and troubleshoot problems to correct plant performance. Knowledgeable in the operation of mechanical and electrical systems for wastewater treatment and provides recommendations on upgrades or improvements to the plant.

Qualifications For Performance Of The Essential Functions

**Required Education and Experience**

• Group 4 Wastewater Operator Certification ; and six (6) years of progressively responsible work experience as a wastewater treatment plant operator, including one years of supervisory responsibility; **OR**
• Group 3 Wastewater Operator Certification (as long as you can pass the [**level 4 certification within 6 months**]{.underline}**[ of employment in Washington State]{.underline}**); and six (6) years of progressively responsible work experience as a wastewater treatment plant operator, including one years of supervisory responsibility.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and education that provides the applicant with the desired knowledge, skills, and ability required to perform the work.
• Please note: we accept reciprocity from other states as long as they obtain the Washington State Level 4 Certification within 6 months of employment**.*
  
  

**[Preferred Education, Experience or Other Qualifications]{.underline}**

• Nine years of wastewater/water treatment plant experience.
• Three years of supervisory experience.
  
  

**[Driving Requirements]{.underline}**

The successful incumbent must meet the driving requirements of this position and submit a copy a current driving record/abstract (from state of residency) to review for eligibility to drive for Kitsap County prior to employment. The successful incumbent must obtain a valid Washington State Driver's License prior to hire and maintain a satisfactory driving record as outlined in the Kitsap County Vehicle Use Policy. This position is categorized as: **Category 1:** Driver operates County-owned vehicle.

Other Required Licenses, Certificates, Examinations/Tests And Other Requirements

*Please note: The incumbent is responsible for obtaining and maintaining all of the following required licenses, certifications and other requirements. *

[Prior to employment the successful candidate must:]{.underline}

• Pass a medical/physical evaluation, including audio metric testing.
• Pass all job-related examinations/tests necessary to demonstrate required knowledge, skills and abilities, as determined by the hiring authority at time of job posting.
• Submit copies of Group 3 & 4 Wastewater Certifications.
• Provide references that demonstrate reliability, a good attendance record and a positive work ethic/attitude.
• Authorize and complete a criminal background check. Information received is reviewed on a case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove a candidate from consideration.
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Who May Apply**: This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which ma