Executive Director, Regional Water and Waste Utilities

Rivanna Water and Sewer Authority

Charlottesville (VA)

On-site

USD 230,000 - 280,000

Full time

29 hours ago
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Job summary

The Rivanna Water and Sewer Authority (RWSA) and Rivanna Solid Waste Authority (RSWA) invite applications for an Executive Director to provide strategic leadership for regional utilities serving Charlottesville, Albemarle County, and the University of Virginia.

The successful candidate will bring extensive public utility leadership, oversee budgets and capital programs, foster safety, environmental stewardship, and strong community relations to sustain reliable service.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.
  • Master’s degree and professional licensure or certification preferred.
  • Minimum 15 years of relevant experience, with at least 5 in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic leadership for RWSA and RSWA.
  • Oversee safety, reliability, and environmental stewardship.
  • Lead capital planning and large-scale budgets.
  • Build relationships with boards, local governments, regulators, and the community.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance and exceptional public service.

Skills

Strategic leadership
Budget management
Stakeholder relations
Safety & compliance
Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree required
Master's degree preferred

Job description

The Rivanna Water and Sewer Authority (RWSA) and Rivanna Solid Waste Authority (RSWA) invite applications for an Executive Director to provide strategic leadership for regional utilities serving Charlottesville, Albemarle County, and the University of Virginia.

The successful candidate will bring extensive public utility leadership, oversee budgets and capital programs, foster safety, environmental stewardship, and strong community relations to sustain reliable service.

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