Executive Director, Public Utilities & Environmental Services

Appone; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 230,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Rivanna Authorities in Charlottesville, VA, seeks an accomplished Executive Director to lead both RWSA and RSWA. Reporting to the boards, you will set strategy, oversee utility operations, capital planning, regulatory compliance, and environmental stewardship while guiding a workforce of about 137 employees.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in public utilities with at least 5 in senior leadership, a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred), and a proven record in budgeting and stakeholder

Qualifications

• The successful candidate will have 15+ years of progressively responsible relevant experience.
• At least 5 years in a senior or leadership role.
• Experience in public utilities, water/wastewater or solid waste preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and organizational direction for two authorities.
• Oversee safe, reliable, and efficient utility and solid waste operations.
• Develop long-range organizational strategies and capital programs.
• Prepare and administer annual operating and CIP budgets.
• Maintain regulatory compliance and environmental stewardship.
• Build relationships with boards, local governments, regulators and community.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic planning

Budget management

Stakeholder relations

Regulatory compliance

Safety & environment

Decision making

Team empowerment

Education

Bachelor's degree (required)

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Rivanna Authorities in Charlottesville, VA, seeks an accomplished Executive Director to lead both RWSA and RSWA. Reporting to the boards, you will set strategy, oversee utility operations, capital planning, regulatory compliance, and environmental stewardship while guiding a workforce of about 137 employees.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in public utilities with at least 5 in senior leadership, a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred), and a proven record in budgeting and stakeholder