Wastewater Deputy Division Chief - EM-05

Salary : $92,040.00 - $169,524.00 Annually
Location : Future vacancies with immediate vacancy in Hilo, HI
Job Type: Permanent & Temporary Positions
Job Number:
Department: Environmental Management
Division: Wastewater
Opening Date: 11/08/2026
Closing Date: 11/17/2026 11:59 PM Hawaii

Duties Summary

Assists in directing and coordinating all activities relating to the operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment facilities in the County of Hawai'i; and performs other related duties as required.

There is one (1) immediate permanent full-time vacancy with the Department of Environmental Management - Wastewater Division in Hilo.

(Appointment may be made at any rate within the salary range advertised above at which appropriate qualified applicants can be recruited. Starting salary will be based on the qualifications of the person selected.)

The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the life of the list. Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment.
Examples of Duties

• Assists in planning, directing, and coordinating the installation, operation, maintenance, overhaul, repair, and testing of wastewater treatment and disposal facilities and systems.
• Recommends additions, modifications, and over-all needs for effective operation and maintenance.
• Develops and implements new methods and procedures.
• Adapts or alters equipment and appurtenances to obtain economy and optimum utilization of wastewater plant facilities.
• Defines objectives and gives technical direction in all phases of activities involving pump stations and treatment plants.
• Formulates policies and standards for the operation and maintenance of plant facilities.
• Conducts feasibility studies and prepares cost estimates for the equipment replacement and capital improvement programs.
• Confers and negotiates with various governmental agencies and private firms for the construction, alteration, operation, and maintenance of plants and facilities.
• Receives and reviews complaints from the public; conducts field investigations when necessary; prepares response or meets with individuals to resolve issues.
• Prepares, reviews, evaluates, and supervises the preparation of administrative, operational, and technical reports and correspondence.
• Assigns and reviews the work of subordinates; recommends personnel actions including hiring, promotion, disciplinary actions, and terminations; recommends personnel requirements and staffing for the division.
• Oversees in-service training and safety programs; enforces and complies with all Federal, State, and County laws, regulations, and policies relating to occupational safety and health and the environment.
• Assists in the preparation and justification of the operating and CIP budgets and monitors expenditures; reviews and recommends equipment requirements; supervises the preparation of specifications and cost estimates, and the procurement and storage of all equipment, parts, materials, and supplies.
• Attends conferences and may represent the department at council meetings, public hearings, or community organization meetings; maintains effective public relations.
• Keeps abreast of the latest developments in wastewater treatment and disposal methods and equipment.
• Acts for the division chief in their absence.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification Requirements
Training and Experience:
A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to:

• graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree (scan and attach a copy of your official college transcript to your application), and
• five (5) years of work experience in a wastewater operation which shall have included the construction, installation, maintenance, or repair of a wastewater treatment facility, of which
• one (1) year shall have included administrative and supervisory work experience.

License/Certificate Requirements:

• possession of a valid State of Hawai`i Driver License (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver license at time of filing. (You will be required to submit your valid driver's license at time of hire.)

Note: Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an official credential evaluation report to determine U.S. equivalency. (Scan and attach a copy of your official credential evaluation report to your application.)

Examination: All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicant's training, education and experience as presented in the application.

Please read the minimum qualification requirements carefully. Be certain to list all pertinent training and experience, as this may be important in determining your examination score. It is essential that the applicant describe fully the duties and responsibilities of each position held, specify the date of each position held (from and to, month and year), and indicate the number of hours worked per week.

Attach all required documentation (e.g. official transcript, professional license(s)/certification(s), DD-214, etc.) at the time of submitting your application.

Note: In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawai'i County may be required at the discretion of the hiring department/agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing are required, applicants who are referred to the hiring department/agency must be available to participate in person and at their own expense at that phase of the selection process.

Knowledge of: principles and practices of public administration, organization, management, and reporting; principles and practices pertinent to the operation, installation, maintenance, overhaul, alteration, repair, and testing of wastewater treatment and pumping plant processes and equipment; sanitation requirements and principles involved in wastewater treatment; safety regulations and precautions; principles of hydraulics and electricity; construction principles and practices applicable to wastewater treatment facilities and appurtenant equipment.

Ability to: plan, organize, and manage the activities of a large and varied organization involved in the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities and systems; coordinate island-wide activities with those of other agencies; conduct on-site inspections of operations and facilities island-wide and recommends modifications and repairs; direct maintenance activities at various plants; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, County officials, representatives from other departments and agencies, and the public; conducts investigations of complaints island-wide and recommends resolutions; prepare budget estimates and periodic and special activity reports; administer training and safety programs, and occasionally direct work under hazardous, and unfavorable conditions.

Physical Requirements: Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Physical Effort Grouping: Light

Benefits of County employment: The County of Hawai'i offers a competitive compensation package. Your total compensation is comprised of your salary and a generous range of valuable benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.

• Flexible Working Arrangements: Options may include alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours. (Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.)
• Vacation: Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire - up to 21 days per year.
• Sick Leave: Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire - up to 21 days per year.
• Holidays: The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).
• Training and Development: The County has a variety of training and development opportunities for employees.
• County Tuition Reimbursement Program: This scholarship program rewards employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: You may be eligible for this federal program which forgives portions of federal student loans for individuals working in public service.
• Retirement Plan: The Employees' Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan that provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full-time and part-time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries.
• Deferred Compensation: Save additional money for retirement - this voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions.
• Flexible Spending Plan: Use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses, as well as insurance premiums.
• Health Benefit Plans: The County of Hawai'i offers a variety of health benefit plans for eligible employees.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): This voluntary assistance program provides employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work-related problems.
• Group Life Insurance: Free life insurance policy for active employees.
• Credit Union Membership
• Other Leaves: You may be eligible for other leaves, including Family Leave, Funeral Leave, Leave Sharing, Military Leave, Donor Leave, Victims Protection Leave, as well as leave for Parent-Teacher Conferences, Disaster Relief, Blood Bank Donations, and Jury Duty.

All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and change due to legislative actions and/or changes negotiated through collective bargaining. Please check out the benefits tab for additional information.

Supplemental Information
Please scan and attach these supporting documents to your on-line application, if required:

• an official college transcript,
• a valid driver's license,
• a temporary assignment verification,
• professional licenses, and/or
• certificates.

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