Sr Manager Water Quality

Requisition ID: Share Our Purpose. Be Yourself. Feel Valued. People are the heart of our business. As an American Water employee, you will be offered a competitive salary and health benefits package, along with opportunities to develop, grow, and evolve your career. Our benefits packages focus on key areas such as health & wellness, emotional & well-being, and savings for current & future goals. We are Beautifully Different. We strongly believe having diversity across our company makes us more successful and helps us provide essential services to our customers. We are stronger because we embrace different ideas, viewpoints, experiences, and backgrounds. American Water is the best choice for your next role Click here for more information on our inclusion, diversity, and equity journey. About American Water American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people across 14 regulated jurisdictions and 18 military installations. American Water’s 6,500 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders. As one of the fastest growing utilities in the U.S., American Water expects to invest $40 to $42 billion in infrastructure repairs and replacement, system resiliency and regulated acquisitions over the next 10 years. The company has a long-standing history of executing its core operations, aligned with sustainable best practices, through its commitments to safety, affordability, customer service, protecting the environment, an inclusive workforce and strengthening communities. American Water has been recognized on the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index for the fifth consecutive year, ranked 18th on Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies 2023 List, earned the U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act designation and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s WaterSense® Excellence Award, among additional state, local and national recognitions. For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. American Water is currently seeking a Sr Manager, Water Quality & Environmental Compliance. In this role, you will oversee a water quality monitoring program for drinking and wastewater and will sit in our Godfrey, IL office location. Position Information $98,800.00 - $165,100.00 annually The base salary range represents a good faith salary range for this position. This position is eligible for annual incentive pay and has the opportunity for continued salary growth. If you are hired at American Water your base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as market, geography, skills, education, and/or experience. At American Water, we are committed to pay equity. In addition to compensation, you will be offered a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), Defined Contribution Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, plus disability, paid time off, life insurance, voluntary benefits, health and wellness programs and much more American Water is also proud to offer employees learning opportunities and work experiences to grow professionally Primary Role Responsible for administration of the company’s Water Quality and Environmental Compliance Programs; including, but not limited to, Drinking Water, Wastewater, and Environmental Regulations. Functional coordination state-wide with Operations (Water Quality, Production, and Field Operations). Key Accountabilities Oversees a Water Quality monitoring program that ensures company compliance with regulatory and corporate standards for drinking water and wastewater Provides technical assistance to the business units/states on Water Quality and Environmental issues Assists local operations in creation and implementation of Environmental Management Plans Provide technical advice and assistance with business development Oversees the establishment, review, and approval of corporate water quality related reports and communications, and water quality operational procedures Provides coordination/support during Water quality and Environmental emergencies, and all activities Takes leadership role with Federal health and environmental agencies affecting water resources Actively participates in industry associations to ensure the companies role as an industry leader Coordinates the company's environmental audit program and administers the company-wide Water Quality and Environmental policies, goals, standards and controls Oversees the Industrial Pre-treatment Program Oversees the development of cross-connection and backflow prevention programs Oversees the Lead and Copper Program and compliance with Environmental Regulations Develops the functional capabilities of direct staff Maintain effective communications, provide constructive feedback, develop, and support an open and honest work environment Knowledge/Skills Knowledge of science, theory and application of water/wastewater treatment and operations, water quality monitoring and quality assurance programs Excellent knowledge of water quality and environmental regulations affecting the business Experience/Education Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience A minimum of 10 years’ experience is required in environmental management, project planning, or comparable public programs Experience in the management of people, processes, technologies and budgets Travel Requirements Periodic travel in the US up to 10% Class 1 and Class A Operator license preferred; or ability to obtain within 4 years of hire Certifications & Licenses Valid driver’s license Work Environment Indoor and outdoor environment Competencies Decision Quality Develops Talent Drives Engagement Plans, Aligns, & Directs Prioritizes & Role Models Safety Self-Awareness Join American Water... 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