Senior Director, Water Resources Operations

City of Gainesville, Georgia; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Gainesville, Georgia seeks a strategic Water Resources Director to plan, direct, and oversee operations for water, wastewater, and environmental services. You will represent the department with regulators, customers, other City Departments, consultants, and officials, guiding policy and performance to deliver reliable service.

You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, manage budgets and capital improvements, supervise senior staff, and coordinate with state and federal agencies to ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, Business, Accounting or related field.
• Ten to fifteen years water and wastewater services experience, including seven in a management capacity.
• Master’s degree in Engineering, Business, Finance, Accounting or Public Administration desirable.
• Professional Engineer Certification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct operations of the water resources department.
• Manage multiple complex projects and budgets while meeting milestones.
• Oversee and develop staff and supervise senior managers.
• Coordinate with regulators and other government entities.
• Lead long-range capital improvements and system expansions.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Budget management

Regulatory coordination

Contract negotiation

Staff development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering

Master’s degree desirable

Tools

PE Certification

Project management software

Job description

City of Gainesville, Georgia seeks a strategic Water Resources Director to plan, direct, and oversee operations for water, wastewater, and environmental services. You will represent the department with regulators, customers, other City Departments, consultants, and officials, guiding policy and performance to deliver reliable service.

You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, manage budgets and capital improvements, supervise senior staff, and coordinate with state and federal agencies to ensure