Stefanie J. Hunter
Coweta,Oklahoma
Summary
Accomplished Water Supply Systems Manager with extensive experience at the City of Tulsa, recognized for enhancing water quality and operational efficiency. Proven track record in managing multi-million-dollar budgets and ensuring regulatory compliance. Known for effective leadership in team collaboration and the development of innovative safety programs that greatly improve operational outcomes.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Water Supply Systems Manager
City of Tulsa, Water and Sewer Department
Tulsa, Oklahoma
02.2021 - 02.2025
- Manage and provide developmental opportunities for 104 employees including professional, managerial, technical, and labor personnel engaged in various efforts in the City’s water supply system
- Oversee the operations of two (2) lakes, including a source water protection program, four (4) high hazard dams, 80 miles of large diameter flowlines, eight (8) pumping stations, two (2) terminal reservoirs, and three (3) drinking water treatment plants
- Ensure Water Supply Systems operations meet applicable federal and state regulations including the preparation, review and management of monthly operational reports (MORs), Oklahoma Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (OPDES) permits, Tier II reporting, and Risk Management Plans
- Administer, review and make recommendations for changes in the City’s personnel policies, and serve as a disciplinary hearing officer for employees from other departments
- Initiate data-driven studies for continuous improvement of operational efficiency and effectiveness
- Prepare and administer $32M annual capital and operating budget
- Participate in the continuous design, construction, and implementation of multi-million-dollar capital improvements
- Coordinate with external regulatory agency representatives and stay informed of any regulatory changes
- Assist with establishing and renewing purchasing contracts and proposals
- Develop, monitor, and support initiatives to improve departmental safety programs
- Manage water system assets safely and efficiently throughout their lifecycle according to the department’s asset management framework
Superintendent, A.B. Jewell Water Treatment Plant
City of Tulsa, Water and Sewer Department
, Oklahoma
12.2012 - 02.2021
- Plan, direct, and coordinate the work of 14 water treatment plant operators, 11 maintenance personnel, one (1) professional engineer, and one (1) administrative assistant in the operation of a 120-MGD surface water treatment plant
- Direct operators’ laboratory function and monitor results
- Review operation and maintenance policies and procedures and initiate changes to improve efficiency and productivity
- Provide staff training and safety awareness
- Assist with the preparation and management of $12M annual capital and operating budget
- Prepare regulatory reports and interact with state and federal agency representatives on compliance and operational issues
- Administer City and departmental work rules, policies and procedures
- Assist with employee selection; investigate accidents; participate in disciplinary actions
- Developed a training program for water treatment plant operator certification
- Provided training and testing for all City of Tulsa employees requiring ODEQ water operator licenses from 2008 – 2016
- Participated in various statewide committees with other municipalities and private sector representatives to improve operator certification training and processes
Adjunct Professor
Rose State College, Professional Training Center
Midwest City, Oklahoma
05.2012 - 01.2021
- Provide training and testing for level A – D Water Works Operator Certification for operators throughout Oklahoma
Chief Operator/Operations Supervisor, Mohawk Water Treatment Plant
City of Tulsa, Water and Sewer Department
, Oklahoma
08.2007 - 12.2012
- Direct the work of 12 water treatment plant operators at a 100 MGD facility
Water Treatment Plant Operator, Mohawk Water Treatment Plant
City of Tulsa, Water and Sewer Department
, Oklahoma
06.2000 - 08.2007
- Operate equipment, treat and monitor drinking water quality
Mechanical Journeyman
Plumbers and Pipefitter Union Local 205/430
01.1998 - 01.2000
Pipefitter Apprentice
Plumbers and Pipefitter Union Local 205/430
01.1993 - 01.1998
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Northeastern State University
Broken Arrow, Oklahoma12.2019
Master of Science Degree - Environmental Health and Safety
Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, Oklahoma05.2014
Bachelor of Science Degree - Environmental Health and Safety
Northeastern State University
Broken Arrow, Oklahoma05.2011
Skills
- Advanced MS Word Skills
- Collaboration Using MS Teams
- Advanced Excel Proficiency
- Proficient in PowerPoint Presentations
- Hach WIMS Proficiency
- Microsoft Outlook Proficiency
- Water Quality Management
- Hydraulic System Calculations
- Effective Program Implementation
- Management of Operational Data
- Operational Oversight
- Chlorination Process Knowledge
- Test Results Analysis
- OPDES Permit Management
- Operation of Chemical Feed Systems
- Report Development
- EPA and ODEQ regulatory knowledge
- Dam EAP Management
Certification
- Waterworks Operator, Class “A”, Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
- Oklahoma Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License
- OSHA 30-Hour Certification
- HAZWOPER Operations Level – 40 Hour Certification
- AWWA Management & Supervision Certificate
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
- NIMS ICS Training
Accomplishments
- Participated in the City’s Leadership U program
- Department Representative for the 2019 United Way Campaign
- Chairman of the SWAWWA Water for People Committee
- Developed and implemented the City’s first safety committee program at the A.B. Jewell Water Treatment Plant. Our program was used as an example to begin safety committees throughout the City of Tulsa.
- Chairman of the Centennial Celebration Committee honoring 100 years of Tulsa’s first water system
- Received the City’s Tulsa Blue award honoring public service excellence
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Water Supply Systems Manager
City of Tulsa, Water and Sewer Department
02.2021 - 02.2025
Superintendent, A.B. Jewell Water Treatment Plant
City of Tulsa, Water and Sewer Department
12.2012 - 02.2021
Adjunct Professor
Rose State College, Professional Training Center
05.2012 - 01.2021
Chief Operator/Operations Supervisor, Mohawk Water Treatment Plant
City of Tulsa, Water and Sewer Department
08.2007 - 12.2012
Water Treatment Plant Operator, Mohawk Water Treatment Plant
City of Tulsa, Water and Sewer Department
06.2000 - 08.2007
Mechanical Journeyman
Plumbers and Pipefitter Union Local 205/430
01.1998 - 01.2000
Pipefitter Apprentice
Plumbers and Pipefitter Union Local 205/430
01.1993 - 01.1998
- Waterworks Operator, Class “A”, Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
- Oklahoma Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License
- OSHA 30-Hour Certification
- HAZWOPER Operations Level – 40 Hour Certification
- AWWA Management & Supervision Certificate
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
- NIMS ICS Training
Master of Business Administration -
Northeastern State University
Master of Science Degree - Environmental Health and Safety
Northeastern State University
Bachelor of Science Degree - Environmental Health and Safety
Northeastern State University
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