Chief Executive, Natural Resources District

Nrdnet; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District in York, Nebraska is seeking a General Manager to serve as the district’s chief executive and supervising officer, directing daily operations under the Board of Directors.

The successful candidate will lead a multi-department public agency focused on groundwater management, natural resources conservation, parks, finance, and regulatory programs, with a strong emphasis on fiscal stewardship, staff leadership, and community collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent education and experience.
• Ten years of progressively responsible experience in natural resources, public administration, or related areas.
• Six years of supervisory or executive leadership experience with staff and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Serve as district chief executive and supervising officer.
• Oversee day-to-day administration under the Board of Directors.
• Provide leadership for groundwater management, conservation, and related programs.
• Manage budgets, policy implementation, and organizational accountability.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Staff management

Board relations

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, agriculture, natural resources, engineering, water resources, environmental science, public policy, or related field

Job description

The Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District in York, Nebraska is seeking a General Manager to serve as the district’s chief executive and supervising officer, directing daily operations under the Board of Directors.

The successful candidate will lead a multi-department public agency focused on groundwater management, natural resources conservation, parks, finance, and regulatory programs, with a strong emphasis on fiscal stewardship, staff leadership, and community collaboration.