VENICE – Utilities Director

City of Venice; Venice (FL); On-site; USD 116,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Venice (Venice Florida) is seeking an Utilities Director to lead the Utilities Department, ensuring safe, compliant water and wastewater services. You will oversee staff, coordinate with engineers, and drive capital projects while maintaining regulatory compliance.

The role requires a strong background in public utilities management, budgeting, and policy development, with Florida licensure preferred. The position is full-time, in Venice, FL, with a starting salary as listed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 10 years of utilities experience, or Master's with 8+ years of utilities experience.
• Municipal experience and a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Florida preferred.
• Management experience is required. Valid Florida driver's license or able to obtain one within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Manages and coordinates activities of all utility staff and consultants across planning, design, operation, construction, maintenance, and service of public utility facilities.
• Establishes policies and procedures for planning, construction, operation and maintenance of utility facilities.
• Develops long-range plans and five-year capital improvement programs.

Skills

Utilities management

Budget management

Leadership

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

CentralSquare

iSeries

Windows

Job description

General Information

Job Title: Utilities Director

Location: 200 Warfield Avenue North, Venice, FL 34285, United States

Base Pay: $116173.50 - $187986.82 / Year

Employee Type: FT Exempt

Job Category: Utilities, Water Treatment, Water Reclamation

Minimum Experience: 8 Years

Additional Information

Job Announcement Number: 2400

Bargaining Unit: Non-Bargaining

Pay Grade: 510

Posting Date: 11-04-2026

Employer: City of Venice (Venice Florida)

Contact information

Name: HR Manager

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Starting salary to commence at $116,173 - $187,986 except in extenuating circumstances.

General Statement of Job

Manages, directs and coordinates all Utilities Department personnel and activities to ensure operations are performed in accordance with all local, state, and federal regulations.

City Expectations:

Certain essential city services are required to be maintained in any civil emergency. Depending upon the type of emergency, any and all employees may be activated as essential employees in the event of an emergency.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

1. Manages and coordinates activities of all employees and/or consultants engaged in the planning, design, operation, construction, maintenance, repair and service of public utility facilities and infrastructure.

2. Establishes policies, procedures and methods for the planning, construction, operation and maintenance of all applicable public utility facilities and infrastructure.

3. Formulates long range plans and related cost estimates. Prepares and recommends capital improvement, renewal and replacement programs on a five-year basis to maintain all applicable public utility facilities and equipment in an efficient operating condition and in compliance with applicable regulations.

4. Analyzes trends to determine adequacy of current operations and existing rates to meet expenditures. Develops and manages the utilities department annual budget

5. Responsible for supervising, in cooperation with the city engineer and others, the design and construction of all utilities projects whether performed by city personnel or consulting engineers and contractors.

6. Ensures a system of departmental records and reports which will meet all state, federal and local governmental regulations.

7. Confers with state, federal, local representatives and consulting engineers on programs involving the department, including regulatory requirements, grants, bids, etc.

8. Responsible for hiring, transfer, suspension, promotion, discharge, discipline and evaluation of employees.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for the organization, planning, direction and management of all utility divisions and functions to provide an adequate, safe and efficient water supply and wastewater service. Responsible in work to the Assistant City Manager.

Minimum Education and Training

Bachelor's degree, preferably in either Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Business, Engineering, Public Administration or related field, and ten (10) years of work experience in the field of utilities -OR- a master's degree in the same fields with eight (8) or more years of related utilities experience. Municipal experience and a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Florida preferred. Management experience is required. Possess a valid Florida Driver's license, free of any serious violations or ability to obtain an instate license within thirty (30) days from date of hire.

Minimum Qualifications and Standards Required

Skill Requirements:

Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, practices and methods involved in the administration, operation and management of public utilities. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, subordinates, fellow employees, elected officials, regulatory agency representatives and the general public. Capable of communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing and giving presentations to large groups. Personnel management skills including experience in team-building, change management, performance efficiency assessment and conflict resolution.

Requires a working knowledge of the current version of Microsoft Office Professional software suite including proficiency with Word and Excel. Must have a basic understanding of the current version of the Microsoft Windows operating system. Familiarity with CentralSquare Software applications based on an iSeries system is preferred. Working knowledge of current versions of Internet browers and Microsoft Outlook is also highly recommended. Ability to learn specific computer applications used in the Department.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, and lift. Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in all kinds of weather. Must be able to work under the stress of multiple priorities and deadlines, as well as occasional emergency situations. Reasonable accommodation will be considered for individuals with physical disabilities.

Working Conditions:

Work is primarily performed in an office environment. May be required to work outside during inclement weather or under adverse conditions due to emergencies or urgent situations on a 24 hour basis.

Other:

It is understood that every incidental duty connected with operations enumerated in the job description is not always specifically described, and employees, at the discretion of the City, may be required to perform duties not within their job descriptions.

Applicants (with the exception of current city employees) given a conditional offer of employment will be subjected to physical examination, drug, tobacco/nicotine screening, review of driver's license record, criminal background, and references from previous employers.

The City of Venice values the service that veterans and their family members have given to our country and supports the hiring of returning service members and military spouses. Veterans' preference is available for certain service members, veterans, and family members.

The City of Venice is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace