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General Information

ID
1408
Main Organization
General Government
Location
DPU/Operations Administration - 10401 Woodman Road, Glen Allen
Minimum Salary
$ 103,055.79
Max Salary
$ 189,575.05
Posting Date
07-16-2026
Closing Date
08-03-2026
Job Status
Full-time

General Statement of Duties

Assists the Division Director with the administration and management of a large and complex division's core and support operations, functions, programs, other activities, resource management and staff; performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Duties

Considerable knowledge of the principles, theories, practices and procedures of assigned program area; considerable knowledge of the underlying laws and policies governing one or more major program areas; considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of administrative management; effective oral and written communication skills; ability to plan projects and to prepare related documentation; ability to perform difficult computations and to make comprehensive recommendations to specific problems; ability to prepare technical and informative reports; ability to prepare and present complex information to varied audiences; ability to plan, organize and direct the work of subordinate professional, supervisory, technical and/or support employees; ability to establish and maintain productive and harmonious working relationships with the public, employees, County agencies and elected officials; ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion.


This position will be responsible for administering the following: 

  • Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection functional areas,
  • Water Distribution Maintenance and Repairs,
  • Water Quality,
  • Water Metering,
  • Wastewater Collection Maintenance and Repairs,
  • Wastewater Collection System Cleaning and Inspection,
  • Training/Employee Development,
  • Safety and Security,
  • Personnel, and Resource Management,
  • Ensuring required staffing for continuous operations for all crews,
  • Budgeting for the Engineering, Operations, and Maintenance,
  • Day to Day Operations and Maintenance,
  • Performing all administrative functions, approve/review timecards, approve leave requests, etc.
  • Reviewing and approving new and revised Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for Maintenance and Operations,
  • Managing all requirements required for the reporting of data to regulatory agencies,
  • Supporting Water Treatment, Water Reclamation, Engineering and Business Divisions,
  • Managing Engineering Services (strategic planning; development and review of projects, reports, plans and specifications; and engineering task orders),
  • Leading and performing reviews of technical specifications, drawings, and project plans,
  • Ensuring compliance with applicable standards, regulations, and engineering best practices,
  • Managing specifications, drawings, and technical information,
  • Providing engineering support to staff,
  • Environmental Sustainability Management System (ESMS) Program and compliance,
  • Managing the Division’s compliance with the County’s MS4 Permit and Spill Prevention and Response,
  • Managing Information Technology related to Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection,
  • Managing Warehouse Activities and Monthly Reconciliations,
  • Managing Vehicle and Equipment Fleet,
  • Managing personnel matters for each of the functional sections,
  • Acting as the Division Director in their absence. 
Additional Information

This position reports to the DPU Operations Center at 10401 Woodman Road. 

 

EIT Designation, or PE License preferred.

 

Valid driver’s license to perform assigned duties at various locations.


A criminal history record check and fingerprinting is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.


Important: Communications regarding your application will come from recruitment@henrico.gov and notifications@henrico.avature.net (our applicant tracking system). Please add both addresses to your safe sender list and check your spam or junk folder regularly.

Minimum Requirements

Four (4) year degree in a field relevant to the assigned division preferred, relevant engineering degree preferred, and three (3) years of experience, including one (1) year of supervisory experience, relevant to the assigned division; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Background Check Disclosure

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

  • Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
  • State Police Criminal History Investigation
  • Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation (Dept. of Social Services, JRJDC, Juvenile Detention Home)

Benefits

At Henrico County, we prioritize your well-being with medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, plus flexible spending accounts and voluntary benefits. Enjoy generous leave options, including parental, bereavement, and wellness leave, along with 13 paid holidays annually. Invest in your future with Virginia Retirement System benefits and 457 deferred compensation. Visit our website: https://henrico.gov/hr/benefits-for-employees/ to learn more!

EEO Statement

The County seeks to hire the best-qualified applicants available for each position vacancy, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including lactation), age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or military status, status as an organ donor, or any other characteristic protected by law (except where such is a bona fide occupational qualification).