Chief Utilities Officer - Water & Sewer

Middletown, City of (CT); Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Middletown seeks a Chief Operating and Financial Official to lead the combined Water and Sewer utilities, overseeing budgets, forecasting, finance, planning, compliance and reporting under the Mayor’s direction.

The role requires strategic leadership of department staff, development of policy and procedures, coordination with the Water Pollution Control Authority and Common Council, and active participation in long-range infrastructure initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Seven years of progressively responsible utilities management or equivalent.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Directs and oversees the operations of the Water and Sewer Departments; ensures compliance with mandates and with orders of the Mayor and Council.
• Prepares and oversees budgets, forecasts, and capital planning for utilities.
• Manages department personnel, policy development, and project management; represents the department before authorities and the public.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Financial planning

Utilities management

Policy development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

The City of Middletown seeks a Chief Operating and Financial Official to lead the combined Water and Sewer utilities, overseeing budgets, forecasting, finance, planning, compliance and reporting under the Mayor’s direction.

The role requires strategic leadership of department staff, development of policy and procedures, coordination with the Water Pollution Control Authority and Common Council, and active participation in long-range infrastructure initiatives.