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Current Job Openings with Water Services
Water Services Applications Manager (Lead Information Technician Systems Specialist)
Job ID 61397
Pay Range: $102,688.80 to $151,694.40 annually.
Hiring Range: $102,688.80 to $144,476.80 annually.
Deadline to apply: May 10, 2026
The City of Phoenix Water Services Department (WSD) Technology Services Division is seeking a senior-level Applications Manager to provide strategic oversight and operational leadership for the enterprise application portfolio supporting municipal water and wastewater services. This role is responsible for guiding application lifecycle strategy, modernization planning, vendor engagement, and portfolio optimization, ensuring applications align with organizational priorities and deliver measurable business outcomes. The Applications Manager serves as a strategic portfolio leader with deep technical fluency, capable of aligning technology investments with business objectives, managing risk, and ensuring the long-term sustainability, security, and reliability of business-critical applications. While not a hands-on developer, the role requires sufficient technical depth to effectively oversee engineering teams, assess architectural and lifecycle decisions, and guide complex technical initiatives.
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Water Systems Operator Senior
Job ID 61643
Pay Range: $30.31 to $47.01 per hour.
Hiring Range: $30.31 to $35.08 per hour.
Deadline to apply: May 18, 2026
The Water Systems Operator performs daily monitoring and control of staffed and non-staffed water works facilities through the operation of a central computerized system, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA). Duties include monitoring drinking water storage and flow at the City's surface water treatment plants and remote water facilities to determine water production and pumping needs; interacting with supervisors regarding current water demands to determine daily plant production requirements; communicating with outside agencies; and monitoring operational set points and alarm levels.
This position requires working irregular hours, shifts, weekends, holidays, and evenings. Shift work will be assigned on a rotational basis.
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Water Services Superintendent - Wastewater Collection Division
Job ID 61512
Pay Range: $93,121.60 - $137,592 annually.
Hiring Range: $93,12160 - $131,040 annually.
Deadline to apply: May 12, 2026
The Water Services Department is seeking a Superintendent for the City of Phoenix Wastewater Collection Division. The Water Services Superintendent for the City of Phoenix Wastewater Collection Division provides strategic and operational leadership for the City's sewer collection system of over 5,000 miles of sanitary mains, over 100,000 manhole structures, 30 lift stations and 25 odor control facilities. This role oversees daily field operations, preventative maintenance programs, emergency response, and regulatory compliance across six wastewater collection sections. The Superintendent manages a large, diverse workforce; directs budget and resource planning; ensures adherence to safety and environmental standards; and coordinates closely with internal departments, contractors, and City leadership. Through effective planning, supervision, and communication, the Superintendent ensures safe, reliable, and efficient wastewater conveyance that protects public health and supports Citywide infrastructure resilience. The Water Services Superintendent reports to the division Deputy Director who is responsible for the overall management of the operating division.
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Chemist I
Job ID 61429
Pay Range: $26.18 - $44.77 per hour.
Hiring Range: $26.18 - $33.41 per hour.
Deadline to apply: May 10, 2026
The Water Services Department is seeking a Chemist I. The Chemist I will conduct analytical tests, interpret results, write comprehensive analytical reports and documents, and maintain compliance with policies and procedures as required under state and federal regulations in order to maintain analytical quality, conduct routine analysis and special chemical and microbiological studies of raw and treated drinking water, wastewater, and solid wastes.
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Infrastructure Records Services Administrator - Water Services Technical Support Coordinator
Job ID 61447
Pay Range: $97,780.80 - $144,476.80 annually.
Hiring Range: $97,780.80 - $137,592 annually.
Deadline to apply: May 7, 2026
The Water Services Department is seeking an Infrastructure Records Services Administrator (Administrator). The Infrastructure Records Services Administrator (Administrator) serves as the Section Manager for the Infrastructure Records Services (IRS) Section, leading four specialized teams and their leads within the Development & Infrastructure Planning Division. The position oversees over 30 technical staff responsible for GIS, As-Built management, official infrastructure records, public records compliance, and customer support for internal and external stakeholders. This role ensures the accuracy, accessibility, and security of critical water and wastewater infrastructure data while advancing department initiatives, system upgrades, and operational improvements. The Administrator exercises independent judgment and decision-making authority to set Section priorities, allocate resources, approve standards and SOPs, and resolve escalations across IRS operations. Success requires strong leadership of team supervisors, governance of utility GIS and records programs (including WaterNet, GIS databases, and Utility Network migration), exceptional organizational and communication skills, and the ability to operate autonomously while delivering high-visibility services across the Water Services Department. Diplomacy and critical thinking are essential expectations to lead and advance this high-functioning section.
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Senior User Technology Specialist
Job ID 61405
Pay Range: $82,451.20 - $110,510.40 annually.
Hiring Range: $82,451.20 - $100,235.20 annually.
Deadline to apply: May 7, 2026
The Water Services Department is seeking to fill a Senior User Technology Specialist (SUTS) position. The SUTS position is a pivotal position within the Water Services Department, serving as a subject matter expert to peers. SUTS act as an escalation point to assist colleagues in resolving more complex technical issues. This hands-on role requires the SUTS to provide support both onsite and remotely, ensuring the efficient functioning of the department's technical infrastructure. In addition to their core responsibilities of maintaining Microsoft Windows servers and end-user computing devices, the SUTS plays a crucial role in overseeing hardware and software systems through regular patching and upgrades.
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How to Apply for a Job
with Phoenix Water Services
Thank you for your interest in employment with the Phoenix Water Services Department. Follow these simple steps to begin the application process.
Once you've identified a job opportunity,please take note of the Job Title and Job ID number. This is how you will locate the job posting in the City of Phoenix HR Connection Center (employment and application portal).
Click the "Apply Now" button. You will be redirected to HR Connection, where you can create an account if you don't already have one. Once logged in, enter the Job Title or Job ID number in the search field.
Review the full job description and pay special attention to the MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS and HOW TO APPLY sections. They explain the evaluation process and tell you exactly what qualifications and documentation are required.
Submit your application along with your resume and cover letter before the job post expires. Applicants should receive a notice within two weeks after the recruitment has closed to let you know if you made the eligible-for-hire list. This list is a compilation of all qualified applicants from which departments can select candidates to interview.
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