Public Utilities Director: Water & Infrastructure Leader

National Rural Water Association; Colorado; On-site; USD 130,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

National Rural Water Association seeks a Public Utilities Director for Central City, Colorado, to oversee municipal water operations, treatment, and distribution. The role reports to the City Manager and requires strong leadership, regulatory acumen, and field experience in public utilities.

The candidate must hold a Colorado Class A Water Treatment Operator certification and Class 3 Distribution certification within six months, with prior supervisory experience and PE registration preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, public administration, business administration, or related field required.
• Minimum five years in water system operations, maintenance, or infrastructure management in municipal/public utilities.
• At least three years of supervisory experience; equivalent combinations may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of municipal water operations including supply, treatment, and distribution.
• Manage budgets, contracts, projects, and contractors; review plans and specifications.
• Plan and implement capital improvements and regulatory compliance programs.
• Coordinate with residents, businesses, and regulatory agencies; provide technical reports.

Skills

Water system operations

Supervisory experience

Regulatory compliance

Budget planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Public administration or related field

Job description

National Rural Water Association seeks a Public Utilities Director for Central City, Colorado, to oversee municipal water operations, treatment, and distribution. The role reports to the City Manager and requires strong leadership, regulatory acumen, and field experience in public utilities.

The candidate must hold a Colorado Class A Water Treatment Operator certification and Class 3 Distribution certification within six months, with prior supervisory experience and PE registration preferred.