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General Information

ID
1122
Main Organization
General Government
Location
DPU/Water Treatment Plant - 10111 Three Chopt Road, Henrico
Minimum Salary
$ 100,053.68
Max Salary
$ 184,053.44
Posting Date
05-27-2026
Closing Date
06-12-2026
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 underlying principles, practices and procedures of the assigned division's operations including applicable laws, regulations, policies, designs and permits governing the assigned division's operations, programs, and compliance
  • Sound working knowledge of administrative and personnel management
  • Ability to plan and manage projects from concept to completion and accurately prepare related documentation
  • Ability to perform difficult computations
  • Sound analytical skills with demonstrated ability make viable comprehensive recommendations to division-specific problems
  • Ability to prepare technical and informative reports
  • Sound supervisory skills
  • Sound computer skills with the ability to use computer and typical business software, proprietary software and applications, and various wireless technologies and peripherals for communications and to complete assigned tasks
  • Establishes and maintains productive and harmonious working relationships with the public, employees, County agencies and elected officials
  • Demonstrates politically savvy and exercises sound judgment and discretion
  • Routinely works closely with all levels of division and department staff, engineers, consultants, contracted service providers in a collaborative environment
  • Clearly and accurately communicates (verbal and written) complex and technical information with all levels of County personnel and officials, internal and external stakeholders, which may include County residents and customers, and regulatory agencies
  • Routinely makes complex and critical decisions & recommendations related to the division's operations, programs, policies, and compliance efforts
  • Requires sound analytical and decision-making skills
  • Decisions typically carry serious consequences related to operating budgets, financial liability, legal implications, and compliance with regulatory mandates
  • Serves as Division Director during their absence
  • Serves as a primary point of contact and County representative
  • Day-to-day management of the assigned division's operational and support units' workloads, processes, equipment (upgrades, maintenance, replacement, etc.), staffing, scheduling, compliance efforts, conflict resolution, contracted services, procurements, inventory management
  • Routinely works in an office
  • Required to work in various division-specific indoor and outdoor locations and related traffic and weather conditions
  • May be required to travel, work a flexible schedule, and be on-call
  • Visual and hearing acuity sufficient to engage in effective supervision, collaborations, compliance efforts & ensure the safety of self and others
  • Physical abilities sufficient to work safely in division specific locations and operating conditions
Additional Information

This position reports to the Henrico County Water Treatment Facility located at 10101 Three Chopt Road.


Valid Class I Water Works Operator's License issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.


The water treatment plant uses Ozone as part of the treatment process; any knowledge or experience is preferred but not required.


Experience managing the operation and maintenance of a Class I water or wastewater facility is preferred.


A valid driver's license to perform assigned duties at various locations.


The successful candidate may also be required to have no felony convictions, including any convictions related to weapons or violence issues, in accordance with State Code.


May require additional division or discipline-specific certification(s) and license(s).


May require pre-employment medical or hearing based on the specific sensory and/or physical demands of the position.


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).