Director of Water & Sewer Operations

City of Somerville

Somerville, MA, United States
Full-time
Posted June 15, 2026

Job Description

Statement of Duties:

The Director of Water and Sewer Operations is in charge of field operations for both the Water and Sewer Divisions. The City of Somerville is a member community of the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) for both water and sewer. The Director is responsible for functioning of the City’s water distribution system and the quality of the City’s drinking water, ensuring it meets all guidelines and mandates of the MWRA, DEP, EPA, and other governmental agencies. The position is also responsible for the operation and maintenance of the City’s sewer, drainage and combined collection, conveyance and discharge systems, including compliance with MWRA, DEP, EPA, and other governmental agency permit requirements. The Director supervises employees directly or through subordinate Superintendents and Foremen in the performance of their duties.

This position is subject to 24-hour call.

Essential Functions:

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