Wastewater Utility Director: Strategy, Finance & Compliance

Water Otter Job Board; Branford (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Branford seeks a Director of Water Pollution Control to lead the wastewater utility, including the treatment plant, collection system, and related infrastructure. The role involves strategic planning, financial stewardship, and regulatory compliance, reporting to the First Selectman and coordinating with the Sewer Authority.

Responsibilities include overseeing capital projects, reviewing engineering studies, securing funding, and ensuring safe, reliable operation with qualified staff

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, chemical, or mechanical engineering and 7+ years in wastewater/utility management, with 3+ years supervisory experience.
• Masters preferred; municipal/public utility experience is a plus.
• Experience with budget development, capital planning, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive and financial leadership for the wastewater utility, including long-range planning and capital programs.
• Oversee plant operations via the Operations Plant Manager and oversee collection system operations via the Collection Supervisor.
• Develop and maintain asset management, capital improvement plans, and regulatory compliance programs.
• Manage budgets, funding analyses, and revenue/expense forecasting.
• Coordinate with Town departments, regulators, and the Sewer Authority to ensure safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Financial management

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil/environmental engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

CMMS

ArcGIS Pro

Microsoft 365

Job description

The Town of Branford seeks a Director of Water Pollution Control to lead the wastewater utility, including the treatment plant, collection system, and related infrastructure. The role involves strategic planning, financial stewardship, and regulatory compliance, reporting to the First Selectman and coordinating with the Sewer Authority.

Responsibilities include overseeing capital projects, reviewing engineering studies, securing funding, and ensuring safe, reliable operation with qualified staff