Published date: July 29, 2025

Job Website Link: Link
Closing Date: 5:00 p.m., Friday, July 25, 2025
Salary Information: Annual salary: $90,941 – $110,493. Non-cash compensation includes medical, dental, vision, PERS employee pick up, and VEBA contribution.
Description: The City of Lake Oswego announces an outstanding management opportunity as Surface Water Superintendent in the Public Works/Operations Department. Bring your knowledge of surface water systems and participate in providing the highest level of service to the community. Apply online: https://www.ci.oswego.or.us/jobs

The Surface Water Superintendent works under the general direction of the Deputy Public Works Director/Operations Manager and is responsible for planning and coordinating the operations and maintenance activities of the City’s surface water system. As Superintendent, the incumbent would hire, train, supervise, and evaluate the work of the Surface water utility crews, and assist work crews with difficult jobs as needed.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Maintain records, update maps and accounts for street and surface water system inventories, including the use of a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Plan, organize and control costs; prepare cost estimates of repair work to be performed, and direct the procurement of necessary supplies.
• Repair and operate specialized equipment associated with surface water system operations, including but not limited to: backhoes, loaders, high pressure cleaner, and T.V. inspection equipment.
• Coordinate maintenance activities performed by several crews with other City departments; provide technical information about the surface water system to the departments, as needed.
• Answer inquiries from the public about customer complaints.
• Ensure that safety rules and regulations are followed.
• Ensure compliance with laws relating to surface water system.
• Ensure that an adequate supply of surface water materials are on hand.

Qualifications/Requirements: Preferred candidates will have an Associate Degree in business management, engineering, or related field; at least four years of experience in surface water systems, and at least one year of supervisory experience.
Qualified candidates must have knowledge and understanding of computer systems; knowledge and understanding of MS4 Permitting compliance; ability to learn and use programs associated with surface water; be able to read and understand blueprints and as-builts. In addition, qualified candidates must have effective oral and written communication skills; the ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the public and employees; the ability to perform manual tasks for long periods of time in inclement weather; and be skilled in the operation of heavy construction equipment.
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