Regional Operations Manager

Jimmy Jazz; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Company vehicle

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Alliance Water Resources is seeking a Regional Operations Manager for the Kansas City region, offering remote or on-site work, full-time exempt status, with travel of 3–6 overnights per month to oversee a portfolio of utility operations in eastern Missouri.

In this leadership role you will guide multiple divisions, drive budgeting and strategic planning, ensure regulatory compliance, and empower local managers to deliver safe, compliant service.

Qualifications

• Progressive experience managing utility or municipal operations (water and wastewater districts a big plus).
• Experience leading budgeting, strategic planning, and client negotiations.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Knowledge of water and wastewater systems, regulatory environments, and public administration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general management of assigned operating units and guide local managers on staffing, training, performance and development.
• Lead budgeting, strategic planning, and client negotiations for each division.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with environmental, safety, and contract standards.
• Foster strong client and public relationships; represent Alliance at board/council meetings.
• Support business development and cross-departmental initiatives.
• Travel to sites regularly to engage with teams and ensure operational excellence.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic planning

Client relations

Budgeting

Staff development

Education

BA/BS in Business, Public Administration, Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field

Job description

• Employee Type Exempt

Contact information

• Name Josh Duncan
• Phone [phone]
• Email [e-mail]

Description

Regional Operations Manager
Kansas City Region | Remote | Full-Time Exempt

Join a team that’s shaping the future of water and wastewater services.
Alliance Water Resources is a growing, purpose-driven company committed to providing professional water and wastewater operations to clients across the Midwest. We're looking for a Regional Operations Manager to lead and support a dynamic portfolio of utility operations in eastern Missouri.

In this high-impact, executive, leadership role, you'll be at the helm of multiple operating divisions—providing strategic guidance, fostering client relationships, and empowering local managers to deliver excellent service and ensure environmental regulatory compliance. Whether working remotely or on-site, you’ll be a visible and trusted presence for our clients, our team members, and the communities we serve.

This position requires frequent travel (3-6 overnights/month).

What You’ll Do

As a Regional Operations Manager, you’ll:

• Oversee general management of assigned operating units. Guide local managers on staffing, training, performance, and development.
• Lead budgeting, strategic planning, and client negotiations for each division.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with environmental, safety, and contract standards.
• Foster strong client and public relationships; represent Alliance at board/council meetings.
• Support business development and cross-departmental initiatives.
• Travel to sites regularly to engage with teams and ensure operational excellence.

What We’re Looking For

• We're seeking a goal-oriented executive team leader with a passion for public service, operational excellence, and team development. The ideal candidate will have:
• Progressive experience managing utility or municipal operations (water and wastewater districts are a big plus), including oversight of people, budgets, and compliance.
• A strategic mindset and the ability to lead through change and complexity.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A strong results-driven approach, with proven ability to set goals and drive performance across multiple teams.
• Working knowledge of water and wastewater systems, regulatory environments, and public administration.
• BA/BS in Business, Public Administration, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field (preferred).

Summary

Headquartered in Columbia, Missouri, Alliance Water Resources is a leading provider of professional operations and maintenance services for community water and wastewater systems, serving communities in Missouri and surrounding states. Alliance has proven success with tough regulatory challenges. Without exception, every Alliance contract brings the community's system into compliance.

Working at Alliance means being part of a mission-driven team that cares about people, sustainability, and public trust. We offer:

• Remote flexibility.
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match up to 6%.
• Company vehicle.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Ongoing training and certification opportunities.
• A supportive team culture with opportunities for professional growth.

Alliance Water Resources, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.