Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

  Award-winning management leader with a proven track record of exceeding performance objectives.

  Exceptional knowledge of water distribution and/or wastewater collection facilities and/or systems.  

  More than 11 years of valuable, hands-on experience managing a public utility in Xxxxxx, with seven years of supervisory service managing professional geologists overseeing drinking water systems.

  Led the Biosolids Program to earn the 2017 Biosolids Excellence Award from the Kentucky/Xxxxxx Water Environment Association.

  Spearheaded a successful campaign in 2015 that was awarded the Top Industrial Pretreatment Program in Xxxxxx by the Kentucky/Xxxxxx Water Environment Association.

  Stellar communicator with experience managing safety programs and leading a technical and administrative team and building relationships with executives, public officials and the general public.

  Proficient with the Windows operating system as well as Microsoft Word, Excel and Access.

Public Utility Management Regulatory Compliance Staff Management/Training

Water & Wastewater Programs Safety Programs Budgeting/Forecasting

Project Management Public/Vendor Relations Contract Negotiations

Athens Utilities Board Athens, XXXXXX 2003-Present

Assistant Superintendent/Regulatory Compliance Specialist

  Lead water and wastewater operations and maintenance activities, and act as Superintendent as needed.

  Serve as primary contact for all water and wastewater issues in the superintendents absence.

  Manage regulatory permits necessary for the operation of the Water and Wastewater Department.

  Conduct thorough inspections of water and wastewater plant facilities.

  Oversee the Industrial Pre-Treatment Program, including assessing fines for non-compliance with the Sewer Use Ordinance.

  Manage water and wastewater construction and rehabilitation projects, including choosing contractors.

  Lead the Division Safety Program, including training staff members on best practices (CPR/First Aid).

  Collaborate with the Superintendent to create capital budgets and prepare specifications and bids.

  Showcase excellent public speaking skills while leading presentations at department meetings.

  Draft and publish reports on water and wastewater facilities, operations and compliance with government standards, ensuring they meet all local, state and federal quality standards.

Major Awards and Projects:

  Led the Biosolids Program to earn the 2017 Biosolids Excellence Award from the Kentucky/Xxxxxx Water Environment Association.

  Spearheaded a successful campaign in 2015 that was awarded the Top Industrial Pretreatment Program in Xxxxxx by the Kentucky/Xxxxxx Water Environment Association.

  Managed the Cross Connection Program, building relationships with customers to secure easement agreements for drinking water and wastewater projects.

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Xxxxxx Department of Environment and Conservation Chattanooga, XXXXXX 1998-2003

Environmental Protection Specialist

  Performed detailed inspections of operations and maintenance activities at more than 100 water treatment facilities and distribution systems, including implementing schedules for corrective action.

  Inspected utility construction projects for adherence to design specifications and guidelines.

  Worked closely with key personnel at utility providers to provide technical assistance and find cost-effective ways to meet increasingly stringent water quality standards.

  Led regulatory training sessions for utility managers, engineers and water system personnel.

  Managed budgeting and purchasing, plus the performance of staff members, including delegating tasks.

  Generated reports and documenting regulatory compliance issues and coordinated legal action with the Office of General Counsel.

  Prepared vulnerability assessments in coordination with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

Marsh Micro Systems Chattanooga, XXXXXX 1996-1998

Account Manager

  Supervised multiple, ongoing capital projects from initial conceptual to completion.

  Negotiated favorable agreements with vendors for equipment and services.

  Managed and led a team of technical and administrative staff to maximize their potential and excel.

Xxxxxx Department of Environment and Conservation Chattanooga, XXXXXX 1993-1996

Environmental Specialist

  Conducted sanitary surveys of public water systems, including analyzing water quality samples.

  Educated and trained key personnel at public utility operators by providing technical assistance.

  Proactively resolved water quality complaints received from the general public.

Master of Business Administration (MBA), University of Xxxxxx, Chattanooga

Bachelor of Science (BS), Engineering Management, University of Xxxxxx, Chattanooga

  Erosion and Sediment Control Certified

  Water Distribution DF2 Certified

  Wastewater Industrial Pre-Treatment Level 2 Certified

  Safety Coordinator, Athens Utilities Board

  CPR, First Aid and AED Instructor Certified

  Recently completed Engineman and Blueprint Reading courses

President, Xxxxxx Water and Wastewater Association; 2017

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

Dear Hiring Manager:

With this letter, I wish to express my sincere interest in the Water and Wastewater Superintendent position now available with the Athens Utilities Board.

As my accompanying resume indicates, I know this position very well. As the current Assistant Superintendent/Regulatory Compliance Specialist with the Athens Utilities Board, I lead water and wastewater operations and maintenance activities, and perform as the Superintendent as needed. Additionally, I serve as the primary contact for all water and wastewater issues in the superintendents absence. Among my additional unique qualifications:

  More than 11 years of valuable, hands-on experience managing a public utility in Xxxxxx, with seven years of supervisory service managing professional geologists overseeing drinking water systems.

  Led the Biosolids Program to earn the 2017 Biosolids Excellence Award from the Kentucky/Xxxxxx Water Environment Association.

  Spearheaded a successful campaign in 2015 that was awarded the Top Industrial Pretreatment Program in Xxxxxx by the Kentucky/Xxxxxx Water Environment Association.

  Showcased excellent public speaking skills while leading presentations at department meetings.

  Drafted and published reports on water and wastewater facilities, operations and compliance with government standards, ensuring they meet all local, state and federal quality standards.

  President, Xxxxxx Water and Wastewater Association; 2017.

As your Water and Wastewater Superintendent, you will find me to be a team player committed to exceeding your expectations. I have no doubt that I would be a valuable asset to your operations, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

Sincerely,

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

xxx-xxx-xxxx

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

Dear_______________________________:

I would like to thank you for providing me the opportunity to interview with you and discuss the Water and Wastewater Superintendent position currently available with the Athens Utilities Board. Having gained a deeper insight into the job requirements and your objectives, I am confident I can exceed your performance expectations immediately.

As discussed, I know this position very well. As the current Assistant Superintendent/Regulatory Compliance Specialist with the Athens Utilities Board, I lead water and wastewater operations and maintenance activities, and perform as the Superintendent as needed. Additionally, I serve as the primary contact for all water and wastewater issues in the superintendents absence. During my tenure, I led the Biosolids Program to earn the 2017 Biosolids Excellence Award from the Kentucky/Xxxxxx Water Environment Association. I also spearheaded a successful campaign in 2015 that was awarded the Top Industrial Pretreatment Program in Xxxxxx by the Kentucky/Xxxxxx Water Environment Association.

Should you have any additional questions, or to discuss future employment opportunities, please feel free to contact me at your earliest convenience. Again, thank you for the interview. I look forward to your response.

Sincerely,

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

xxx-xxx-xxxx