Executive Director, Regional Water and Waste Utilities

Rivanna Water and Sewer Authority; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 230,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

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.