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Job Description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma or GED Certificate.
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution. Master's Degree preferred.
• Professional Engineer license.
• 15 years in a senior Engineering position in the SFCB PL86-121 Program.
• 10 years water/wastewater engineering and construction experience.
• 10 years in a supervisory capacity.
• 10 years of direct experience with federal sanitary water/wastewater funding programs and regulatory compliance.
• Valid Driver's License (subject to motor record review).

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES:

• Develop staff effectiveness through counseling, training, and corrective actions; plan, delegate, monitor, and appraise job tasks and results.
• Manage supervision of Water/Wastewater Department personnel, including work allocation, hiring, training, problem resolution, and performance evaluation.
• Establish and manage measurable performance expectations aligned with department goals.
• Ensure compliance with applicable rules, regulations, and policies of enforcement agencies.
• Prepare and manage the annual budget; review expenses, write-offs, and work order processes; justify budget recommendations.
• Promote safety awareness; conduct safety meetings; enforce safety rules and regulations.
• Coordinate planning with outside agencies such as NHA, IHS, and BOR for future development and growth.
• Conduct staff meetings to facilitate communication across departments.
• Oversee planning and quality control of large-scale Federal and State water projects.
• Manage quality assurance for Federal PL86-121 Sanitation Facilities and Construction Branch projects.
• Lead major construction projects, including trunk-line upgrades and infrastructure renovations.
• Develop operation and maintenance programs.
• Coordinate water and wastewater funding options, including grants and loans; oversee application processes and ensure compliance.
• Ensure project deadlines and regulatory compliance, including USDA documentation review and deficiencies tracking.
• Oversee technical training programs within the department.
• Manage project activities from planning through construction, including scheduling and reporting.
• Identify issues and goals to improve departmental effectiveness; implement maintenance programs.
• Prepare reports and perform data analysis and forecasting as required.
• Maintain professional knowledge through research, training, and networking.
• Coordinate emergency response activities for the Water Department.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Navajo Preference

Navajo Veteran Preference

This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.