Sewer Operations Coordinator

The City of Springfield is seeking a forward-thinking Sewer Operations Coordinator to join our Environmental Services team. This position will provide direct supervision of the Flow Monitoring Team and lead the relaunch and ongoing implementation of the Private Sewer Repair Program in support of our Sewer Overflow Control Program (SOCP).

This role is ideal for a progressive, data-driven professional who thrives in a collaborative team environment. The successful candidate will be able to digest complex operational and monitoring data, translate it into clear action steps, and make informed decisions that improve system performance, reduce risk, and support regulatory compliance.

The Sewer Operations Coordinator will play a key role in aligning field operations, data analysis, and program strategy—ensuring our collection system is proactively managed, customer impacts are minimized, and long-term infrastructure goals are achieved.

We are looking for a team player who values accountability, continuous improvement, and innovation in operations.

• Requires graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science or a related discipline.
• Two years of appropriate experience in the performance of sanitary sewer system evaluations, inspections, maintenance, and testing, or related experience.
• Directly related work experience may be substituted for education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

• Supervisory experience.

• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must be willing to obtain Pipeline Assessment Certification Program (PACP) and Manhole Assessment Certification Program (MACP) certification within 12 months of employment.

For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see the job description.

The City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, , or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave.

Springfield, MO 65802.

Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.

All interested candidates must complete the City of Springfield online application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.

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