Water Agency General Manager

County of Sonoma (CA); Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 302,000 - 367,000; Full time

Job summary

The County of Sonoma is seeking a visionary General Manager to lead Sonoma Water, overseeing water resources, infrastructure, and environmental stewardship for more than 600,000 residents across Sonoma and Marin counties.

The annual salary ranges from $301,588 to $366,602 DOE/DOQ, with an attractive benefits package. Interview rounds are anticipated for early and mid-January 2027, with final decisions following.

Job description

The County of Sonoma, California, is seeking an innovative and collaborative General Manager to lead Sonoma Water.

Sonoma Water is seeking an innovative and collaborative General Manager to lead a nationally recognized agency at the forefront of water resource management and environmental stewardship. Serving more than 600,000 residents across Sonoma and Marin counties, the Agency plays a vital role in protecting essential resources and delivering critical water, wastewater, and flood protection services. Reporting directly to the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors who serves as the Agency Board, the next General Manager will build upon Sonoma Water's strong foundation, navigate evolving water resource challenges, and make a lasting impact on the communities it serves. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of complex water systems, infrastructure management, and regulatory environments, with the ability to translate technical challenges into effective strategies. This is an exceptional opportunity for an innovative, dynamic, people-centered executive who brings strategic vision, sound judgment, and the ability to inspire a talented workforce and foster a positive organizational culture.

Annual Salary: $301,588 – $366,602 DOE/DOQ

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Annual salary: $301,588 – $366,602 DOE/DOQ, PLUS an attractive benefits package.

INTERVIEW PROCESS

Round one interviews are anticipated to take place in early January 2027. Finalists will move forward to round two interviews that are anticipated to occur in mid-January 2027. Selected candidates must be available for both dates.

View the full recruitment brochure here:

https://indd.adobe.com/view/cb4773dd-bd9e-4cec-9a46-1a027c64389c