“Your Leadership, Our Success! Join the Board of Water Supply!”
See the "Minimum Qualification Requirements" section for the complete education, experience and license requirements for the position.
The
Honolulu Board of Water Supply is looking for an
Assistant Field Operations Manager to assist the Program Administrator in the overall executive direction of the division. This position is oversees the day-to-day operations of the division's five base yards in the installation, maintenance, and repair of pipelines and appurtenances of the department's water distribution system.
What You Will Do-
Operations & System Oversight: Directs 24/7 operation and maintenance of the island-wide water distribution system, including pipelines, hydrants, valves, meters, facilities, and related infrastructure.
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Emergency Response Leadership: Leads and coordinates response to major system disruptions (e.g., main breaks, natural disasters), serving as on-site incident commander to restore service and minimize impact.
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Construction & Project Management: Plans, coordinates, and supervises construction, maintenance, and repair of pipelines, structures, drainage systems, and related public works.
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Administrative & Personnel Management: Oversees budget development, staffing, performance management, policy implementation, and labor relations for the division.
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Strategic Coordination & Planning: Collaborates with internal units and external agencies to drive long-term planning, operational improvements, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
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Perform other related duties as required.
Special Work Requirements-
Position classified as a Disaster Response Worker and is required to staff the Departmental Operations Center (DOC) in times of emergency.
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Works in adverse weather conditions and additional hours as necessary to oversee and coordinate emergency repairs to restore water service as quickly and safely as possible
*** Actual salary will be commensurate with applicable experience, pending approval.***
Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the “Benefits” tab at the top of this posting or visiting https://www.honolulu.gov/dhr/benefits/.
Apply today and take the first step toward a lasting career!
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At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Equivalent to graduation from a regionally-accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in engineering.
Education Verification: Education information must be listed clearly on your application. If available, please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma, official transcripts, and/or applicable foreign credential evaluation to your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to move forward for further consideration.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Three (3) years of administrative experience relating to the design, construction, installation, and/or maintenance of a major facilities or systems encompassing field operations of a large geographic area.
LICENSE REQUIREMENT:
Possession of a valid license as a professional engineer in the State of Hawaii.
NOTE: Applicants with a current out-of-state professional Engineer license must obtain their Hawaii license prior to appointment.
Verification Requirement: Please attach an electronic copy of your professional Engineer license (Hawaii or out-of-state) to your application. Or mail a photocopy to: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Copies will not be returned.
If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for current vacancies and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job-related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification. As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.
