Job Description

The City of Pueblo is looking for qualified candidates to apply to our Wastewater Treatment Plant Laboratory Supervisor position.
In this role, you'll be responsible for managing the laboratory, performing lab tests for compliance and environmental research, generating reports for compliance, and providing consultation and advice regarding sampling and analyses to the Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent. As the WWTP Lab Supervisor, you'll also assign and schedule duties of analysts, provide staff training, maintain a working knowledge of chemical and bacteriological examinations of water and the federal Clean Water Act, and maintain effective communication between the laboratory staff and Operations Division. This full-time position offers you a variety of benefits that provide a great work/life balance, PERA retirement and an annual salary of $96,215.28 - $117,581.04. Click on WWTP Lab Supervisor for access to the complete job description and to apply now! Applications will be accepted through August 20th, 2026. Visit www.pueblo.us/jobs to see all City of Pueblo open positions.

This job description is an overview and is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the functions and tasks required of the position.

YOU MUST APPLY ONLINE VIA THE CITY WEBSITE OR YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in chemistry, microbiology, biology, medical technology, or related fields in the natural sciences
• At least three years of experience working in a laboratory, at least two of which include supervisory experience or as a lead worker in responsible charge of projects, quality assurance, regulatory compliance and personnel
• A valid driver's license at the time of application, and a valid Colorado driver's license within 30 days of employment
  • License restrictions that may hinder your ability to drive on City business, such as an interlock, will be cause for disqualification
  • During the course of employment, a valid license must be maintained, and the employee must notify the City immediately upon changes to the status of their license

In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications at the time of application, within one (1) year of appointment the employee must:

• Obtain a State of Colorado Wastewater Facility Operator Class "D" Certification

Preferred QUALIFICATIONS:

• A master's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in chemistry, microbiology, biology, medical technology, or related fields in the natural sciences

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Apply online at www.pueblo.us/jobs.