Current Job Listings:
Honolulu Board of Water Supply
Program Administrator (Salary $126,936.00 - $203,196.00)
Program Administrator in our Field Operations Division
Program Administrator in our Field Operations Division is responsible for directing and administering all the division’s programs. The Field Operations Division is responsible for the 24-hour operations, maintenance and repair of the water distribution infrastructure that includes all pipelines, valves, and hydrants; installation, maintenance and repair of all water meters and automatic meter reading components; maintenance of BWS buildings, grounds, and landscaped areas; base yard storerooms for materials and supplies; pipeline leak detection program; contract administration, evaluating infrastructure performance, and other related matters.
Duties and responsibilities may include but not limited to:
Determining division and program priorities for operations necessary to carry out the BWS vision, mission, goals, and objectives mandated by law and as determined by the Board, Manager and Chief Engineer.
Developing and justifying the operation budget for the division.
Serving as the principal advisor to the Manager and Chief Engineer.
Overseeing the coordination of work within and outside water system operations, resolving conflicts among programs, and coordinating activities with other divisions, branches, and non-BWS agencies and programs.
Performing other related duties as assigned.
Special Work Requirements: Position classified as a Disaster Response Worker and is required to staff the Departmental Operations Center (DOC) in times of emergency. Works in adverse weather conditions and additional hours as necessary to oversee and coordinate emergency repairs to restore water service as quickly and safely as possible.
Location of work: Honolulu, Hawaii
Contact: Melisa Kam, Ph. (808) 748-5367, Fax (808) 748-5178, BWSHR@HBWS.ORG, https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/honolulu
Posted: 01/02/2025; Reposted: 04/20/2025; Reposted: 09/02/2025
Honolulu Board of Water Supply
Capital Projects Program Manager (Program Administrator) ($10,578.00 - $16,933.00 Monthly)
Program Administrator position in our Capital Projects Division.
Program Administrator in our Capital Projects Division is responsible for leading and administering the BWS’s capital improvement program, which includes the engineering, design, and construction of waterworks projects and the repair and replacement of existing structural facilities, pipelines, and equipment.
Duties and responsibilities may include but not limited to:
Plans and oversees division operations for efficiency and cost-effectiveness;
Develops and implements the strategic plan with long and short-term goals for water system requirements in accordance with the Board’s goals and objectives;
Determines division and program priorities to support BWS goals and objectives established by the Manager and Chief Engineer;
Reviews and re-establishes program long and short-term goals as necessary to insure continued execution of BWS goals and objectives;
Directs the preparation of the capital improvement budget request, and may present budget requests to the Board;
Develops and maintains effective working relationships and communication with contractors, manufacturer’s, agents, BWS and other public and private engineers, and other individuals involved with capital improvement projects;
Represents the department by participating in or coordinating inter-agency, inter-departmental, or inter-jurisdictional committees and task forces;
May conduct presentations to the Board, community groups, members of the public and may testify before the City and Council on BWS waterworks projects; and
Determines the need and develops specific plans for organization or operational changes.
Location of work: Honolulu, Hawaii
Contact: Melisa Kam, Ph. (808) 748-5367, Fax (808) 748-5178, BWSHR@HBWS.ORG , https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/honolulu
Posted: 04/20/2025; Reposted: 09/02/2025
Honolulu Board of Water Supply
Chief of Water System Operations (Salary $126,936.00 – $203,196.00)
Program Administrator in our Water System Operations Division
Program Administrator in our Water System Operations Division is responsible for the distribution of water throughout the BWS system by regulation and diversion of water from the supply source through various storage facilities utilizing mechanical, electrical, and telecommunications equipment; the operation, control, maintenance and repair of pumping plants for the BWS island-wide water system, compliance with water quality standards; safeguard of water system facilities from unauthorized access, natural disasters and other emergency situations; and related programs.
Duties and responsibilities may include but not limited to:
Formulating and executing policies and division priorities, analyzing pertinent operational issues and information; and assessing the impact of proposed policies and guidelines to ensure efficient and effective service to BWS water consumers.
Developing and implementing short-term and long-term goals and objectives pertaining to the operation of the BWS water system; operation, maintenance, and repair of BWS pump and treatment facilities; repair and maintenance of the BWS fleet.
Overseeing the planning and review of division programs for the proper design, operation and maintenance of the water system facilities to ensure efficient, effective and timely distribution of quality water to BWS water consumers.
Developing and justifying the operating and capital improvement budget for the division, including the evaluation of the necessary resources and authorizes the redistribution of available resources to meet changing operational needs.
Serving as principal advisor to the Manager and Chief Engineer on water system operations and its related programs, including water system facility operations; water treatment operations; mechanical and electrical equipment design, operation and maintenance; control center operations; and automotive services.
Developing internal procedures and practices for providing the highest quality of services and coordinative efforts among managers, supervisors and employees.
Determining the need and developing specific plans for organizational or operational changes that have the potential for significant impact on the division. Establishing reporting relationships and administrative controls over program or support operations.
Overseeing the coordination of work internal and external to the division, resolving conflicts among programs and coordinating activities with all affected areas.
Resolving conflicts among staff in areas of shared responsibility, personnel, and other administrative issues and concerns.
Keeping employees informed of BWS and division goals and objectives; ensuring that revised policies, procedures, methods and related work changes are implemented and executed in the proper and timely manner.
Location of work: Honolulu, Hawaii
Contact: Melisa Kam, Ph. (808) 748-5367, Fax (808) 748-5178, BWSHR@HBWS.ORG, https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/honolulu
Posted: 09/02/2025
Honolulu Board of Water Supply
Water Quality Administrator (Program Administrator) ($10,578.00 Monthly)
Program Administrator position in our Water Quality Division.
Program Administrator in our Water Quality Division is responsible for planning, directing, organizing, administers and certifies the public health and safety, regulatory conformance and environmental protection of the department’s water sources, treatment, and delivery systems through program managers and staff in various specialized scientific and technical areas of expertise. The position has the final authority over subordinates’ water quality decisions. The position makes process control and system integrity decisions about water quality when advising GAC changeovers and reservoir chlorination dosages and frequencies, chlorination of new mains, placement of facilities in service based on Micro/Chem lab results and provides direction and guidance in response to water quality issues.
Duties and responsibilities may include but not limited to:
Planning, directing, organizing and administering the compliance and enforcement of the department’s water sources, treatment, storage and distribution system, operations, maintenance, planning, construction, renovation and remediation in accordance with all federal, state, and county drinking water and environmental protection regulations and statues, chemistry, microbiology, biochemistry, biology, and toxicology principles, public health statutes, regulations, standards, ordinances, permits, and water supply industry practices.
Planning, developing, directing, organizing and administering the centralized intra and inter-departmental and inter-agency planning, coordination and execution of various environmental studies and research programs, and the surveillance, identification, resolution, protection and mitigation of industrial, agricultural, radiological, biotechnological and other pollution threats including natural and man-made disaster threats and problems to the department’s drinking water sources, treatment, storage and delivery systems and the environment as a whole.
Determining, planning, directing, and administering the development, implementation and enforcement of department policies and procedures pertaining to water quality and environmental protection programs within the framework of federal, state and county regulations, statutes, rules and ordinances and the department’s goals, objectives, standards and requirements.
Analyzing all reports, studies, and information to assess the impact on water quality and environmental protection policies and changes on the provision of services to the general public.
Directing the preparation of plans for the modification or expansion of programs and budgets.
Performing other related duties.
Location of work: Honolulu, Hawaii
Contact: Melisa Kam, Ph. (808) 748-5367, Fax (808) 748-5178, BWSHR@HBWS.ORG, https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/honolulu
Posted: 09/02/2025
Honolulu Board of Water Supply
Assistant Field Operations Manager (Assistant Program Administrator) ($10,075.00 - $16,124.00 Monthly)
Assistant Field Operations Manager position in our Field Operations Division.
Assistant Program Administrator in our Field Operations Division serves as the assistant to the Program Administrator of the Field Operations Division and assists in the executive direction of the division.
As an Assistant Program Administrator, your duties and responsibilities will include:
Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the division's five base yards.
Oversight of the 24-hour operation and maintenance of the water distribution system, including all pipelines and construction equipment, valves, fire hydrants, meters, and appurtenant installations.
Operation of an island-wide system in the receiving and handling of water interruption calls and complaints, including the coordination of all emergency functions necessary to minimize interruption of water service.
Developing, recommending, and implementing policies and program priorities necessary to carry out the division and department goals and objectives as mandated by law or determined by the Board.
Researching and preparing appropriate correspondence and responses to various inquiries, complaints, and/or reports for the Program Administrator or the Manager and Chief Engineer.
Assisting in the preparation of the division’s budget.
Performing other related duties as assigned.
Special Work Requirements: Position classified as a Disaster Response Worker and is required to staff the Departmental Operations Center (DOC) in times of emergency. Works in adverse weather conditions and additional hours as necessary to oversee and coordinate emergency repairs to restore water service as quickly and safely as possible.
Location of work: Honolulu, Hawaii
Contact: Melisa Kam, Ph. (808) 748-5367, Fax (808) 748-5178, BWSHR@HBWS.ORG , https://www.boardofwatersupply.com/jobs/featured#bws
Posted: 04/20/2025; Reposted: 09/02/2025
Posting Jobs on the AWWA Hawaii Section Website
The Association is currently soliciting job postings on its website to aid prospective employers in the public and private sectors. If you or your company is seeking qualified applicants, please take advantage of this opportunity to reach others in the drinking water profession. The cost to post a job opening on the AWWA Hawaii Section website is $25/month per position. To advertise job openings on the AWWA Hawaii Section website, simply follow these steps:
STEP 1 – SUBMIT JOB OPPORTUNITY INFORMATION:
Submit via e-mail an MS-Word or Wordperfect document with the following information:
Name of Company/Organization
Title of Position and brief description of duties
Specific job qualifications
Location of work
Contact info including name, phone, fax, e-mail, and website address (if available)
Please e-mail file to: hiawwa@gmail.com
STEP 2 - SUBMIT REMITTANCE TO (Make check payable to AWWA Hawaii Section):
AWWA Hawaii Section
P.O. Box 22614
Honolulu, Hawaii 96823-2614
Attn: AWWA Hawaii Website Job Listing
Please note that jobs will not be listed UNTIL remittance is received. Should you have any questions, please contact us via e-mail at hiawwa@gmail.com.
Updated: 09/02/2025_JS