Utilities Director

Davie Inc; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4‑day work week

Executive Leave

Car allowance

Phone allowance

Health insurance

Job summary

The Town of Davie seeks an experienced Utilities Director to lead water, wastewater, and reclaimed water operations. You will oversee a broad range of departments, guide strategic projects, and drive exceptional public service while managing a multidisciplinary team.

The role demands strong leadership and a commitment to community health and infrastructure excellence. Ideal candidates bring a Bachelor's in an engineering or related field, 10 years in municipal utilities with at least 3 years in

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field required.
• Experience: 10 years in municipal utilities operations and leadership.
• Leadership: 3+ years in a managerial role within a municipal utilities system.

Responsibilities

• Oversee administrative, supervisory and technical work for water, wastewater and reclaimed water systems.
• Lead budgeting, operating and capital improvement planning including development and balancing.
• Ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations and manage staff performance.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Master's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering or Public Administration

Job description

Join the Town of Davie as the next leader of our Utilities Department, a role where you will make a meaningful impact on community infrastructure, public health, and sustainable resource management.

As Utilities Director, you’ll steer the full spectrum of water and wastewater operations including water resources, treatment, distribution, wastewater collection and treatment, reclaimed water systems, and other key utilities support functions. You will lead a dynamic team, shape strategic planning and technical operations, and ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations all while being part of an organization committed to innovation and excellence.

You’ll benefit from working in a municipality that invests in its infrastructure, and you’ll have the opportunity to lead next‑generation projects to benefit the region and set new benchmarks for excellence.

This is a highly responsible role overseeing the administrative, supervisory and technical work in planning, directing, coordinating, evaluating and maintaining the operations of the Utilities Department water and wastewater infrastructure inclusive of water resources, water treatment, water distribution, wastewater treatment, wastewater collection, reclaimed water treatment, reclaimed water distribution and industrial pretreatment and other support areas. Ensures departmental compliance with all applicable local, State and Federal regulations pertaining to the operations. Position requires leadership, technical expertise, strategic planning and a commitment to public service excellence. Work is performed under the administrative direction of the Deputy Town Administrator.

What Makes This Role Special

• Award‑winning operations: The Town’s Utilities operations have been recognized by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) under their Plant Operations Excellence Award Program Click here to learn more.
• Advanced infrastructure :The Town operates two drinking water treatment plants (including a state‑of‑the‑art reverse osmosis facility drawing from the Floridan Aquifer), showcasing our commitment to advanced, resilient infrastructure Click here to learn more.
• Strategic projects ahead: Be part of preparing the Town for future demands through infrastructure upgrades and innovative systems, positioning Davie as an industry leader.
• Outstanding benefits package : Enjoy a robust benefit suite including a four‑day work week, executive leave, car and phone allowances, and more (detailed below).Click here to learn more

Click here to learn more about the Town of Davie Utilities Department.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• 100% paid by the Town for single coverage, 50% paid by the Town for dependents.
• Schedule: 4 day work week - 10 hour days Monday-Thursday either 7:00am - 5:30pm OR 7:30am - 6:00pm.
• Phone Stipend: $50/month
• Car Allowance: $400/month
• Leave:
• Holidays – 13 days per year. View Calendar here
• Executive Leave - 112 hours per year
• Sick Leave – 3.69 hours accrued per pay period
• Vacation Leave – Accrue 2 weeks per year, accrual rate increases every 5 years (capped at 4 weeks after 10 years of service).
• Birthday Leave – 1 day per year after successfully passing probation
• Quality Service – 1 day per year after successfully passing probation and other conditions.
• Wellness Days – 2 days per year after successfully passing probation.
• Pension/Retirement:
• Town Sponsored Pension – mandatory 3% contributions per pay period. Click here to learn more
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan- Employee is entitled to make voluntary contributions through the payroll to the Town sponsored 457 deferred compensation plan only.
• Longevity Bonus:
• Continuously employed with the Town seven (7) - nine (9) years: $1000/year
• Continuously employed with the Town at least ten (10) years: receive $2000/year
• Student Loan Forgiveness Program -Under the U.S. Department of Education’s Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, the remaining balance on your student loan may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while employed by a U.S. federal, state, local, or tribal government or qualifying not-for-profit organization (federal service includes U.S. military service).Please visit https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service#qualifying-employment for more information or to see if you qualify.
• The Town may provide relocation assistance for qualified candidates, subject to review and approval.

Minimum Requirements (Must meet by the closing date of the posting unless otherwise stated)

• Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering (civil, chemical, mechanical), chemistry, business, public administration, or a related field.
• Experience: 10 years of progressive professional or administrative experience in municipal utilities operations(including water, wastewater, and reclaimed water system construction and maintenance).
• Leadership: Minimum of 3 years of experience in a managerial role within a municipal utilities system to include experience managing annual operating and capital improvement budgets, including budget development, balancing, and adjustments
• Licensing: Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Screening: Ability to pass a thorough background check.
• Substitution: Additional qualifying experience beyond the required (10) years may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications: Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Florida.
• Advanced Degree: Master’s degree in civil engineering, Environmental Engineering, Public Administration or a closely related field.

Essential Functions

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of modern principles and practices utilized in the operation, maintenance, expansion and construction of water, wastewater and reclaimed water treatment facilities and associated distribution and collections systems.
• Ability to evaluate plans and designs of physical facilities relating to water, wastewater and reclaimed water treatment systems.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws governing water supply, sanitary sewer systems, environmental health, and operation and maintenance of a municipal public waterworks.
• Knowledge of factors involved in providing new or modified water/wastewater service to prospective residential and commercial customers.
• Knowledge of implementation and operations of advanced metering infrastructure systems,
• Knowledge of Utilities rate structure process and implementation.
• Ability to lead and develop high-performing teams across multiple operational units.
• Strong project management and strategic planning capabilities.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethical conduct, integrity and equitable treatment of all staff and stakeholders.
• Ability to maintain consistent attendance and fulfill duties with professionalism and accountability.
• Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices.
• Skill in using Office and department software.
• Ability to exercise judgment in interpreting department and Town policies, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to establish department goals, objectives, and work plans.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Application Assistance/Information

• Licenses/Certifications: If a positon requires a license and/or certification, it is the responsibility of the candidate to obtain and maintain them as a condition of employment.
• Foreign Credentials (Degrees, Diplomas and/or Transcripts: Original credential evaluation reports showing the United States equivalency for academic credentials earned in other countries must be provided. Click the following link for a list of credentialed agencies: https://www.fldoe.org/teaching/certification/foreign-trained-grads/approved-credential-evaluation-agencie.stml
• Status Updates/Communication: please ensure your email address is valid and you continuously check this account for any status updates from the Department.
• Incomplete fields: all fields must be completed, putting "see resume" on the application will not suffice. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Required documentation: copies of any certifications, licenses or competencies from an accredited institution must be submitted with your application by closing date of posting unless otherwise stated.
• Military personnel records: to request your completed military personnel record, go to archives.gov
• E-Verify: Candidates will be required to verify employment by submitting acceptable documents as evidence of identity and employment authorization.
• Assistance with online application: for assistance with your online applicant account, use the online Help Guide or contact the Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 or Email: [e-mail]. Applicant Support is available between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday.
• Additional assistance: for other inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department at [phone].

REGULATIONS/ACCOMMODATIONS

• EEO Policy: it is the policy of the Town to prohibit discrimination in hiring, promotion, compensation, discharge, and all terms and conditions of employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, gender identity(inclusive of a person’s actual or perceived sex, and includes self-image, appearance behavior or expression, whether or not different from that traditionally associated with legal sex assigned to the person at birth), marital status, military status, political affiliation, genetic information, sexual orientation, or retaliation for reporting same.
• Tobacco Policy: the Town of Davie has a policy that requires employees hired on or after January 4, 2016 to be a non-user of tobacco products six (6) months prior to their employment with the Town as well as commit to non-usage during their employment. Candidates for employment who are impacted by the Town of Davie’s Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after six (6) months.
• Reasonable Accommodations: applicants requesting reasonable accommodation during the job application process may contact the Human Resources Department at [phone].
• E-Verify: the Town of Davie participates in E-Verify. Federal Law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. For more information on E-Verify, please contact 1-888-897-7781.
• Veterans' Preference: the Town of Davie will grant Veterans’ Preference to eligible veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States in compliance with applicable federal and state laws concerning Veterans’ Preference. Eligible applicants must submit a DD-214 Member 4 form and Veterans' Preference form.
• Essential Employees: Employees may be required to work during emergency events/situations as determined by supervisor.

Benefits information is not available for this position. Please contact the Town directly for this information.

01
Have you previously submitted an application for employment with the Town of Davie?

• Yes
• No

02
Do you have prior experience working within a government municipal utilities department?

• Yes
• No

03
The Town operates on a four (4) day work week schedule (10 hours per day). This position's schedule will be Monday-Thursday either 7:00am - 5:30pm OR 7:30am - 6:00pm. Are you able to work this schedule?

• Yes
• No

04
Are you available to work during emergency situations, nights, weekends and holidays?

• Yes
• No

05
Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in civil, chemical, mechanical or other appropriate engineering field; chemistry; business or public administration; or other related field?

• Yes
• No

06
Do you possess a Master’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Public Administration or closely related field?

• Yes
• No

07
Do you possess at least (10) years progressive professional or administrative experience in municipal utilities operations (including water, wastewater, and reclaimed water system construction and maintenance).

• Yes
• No

08
If you answered "yes," please provide additional information to include the organization, position and essential functions.

09
Do you have experience managing annual operating and capital improvement budgets, including development, balancing, and adjustments?

• Yes
• No

10
If you answered "yes," please provide additional information to include the organization, position and essential functions.

11
Do you have experience managing annual operating and capital improvement budgets, including development, balancing, and adjustments?

• Yes
• No

12
If you answered "yes," please provide additional information to include the organization, position and essential functions.

13
Are you a Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Florida? If so, please attach your certifications.

• Yes
• No

14
Do you currently possess a valid Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

15
Have you had a suspended and/or revoked driver's license within the past sixty (60) months (not insurance related)?

• Yes
• No

16
Have you used any tobacco products within the past six (6) months including nicotine and E-Cigarettes?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question