Weber Basin Water Conservancy District - General Manager/CEO

Utah Association of Special Districts; Utah; Hybrid; USD 183,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Weber Basin Water Conservancy District seeks an experienced General Manager/CEO to lead one of the state's largest water authorities. The role directs executive and administrative functions, oversees operations, finances, and strategic priorities, and serves as a statewide leader on water policy and resource management.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field (preferred) and 15+ years in the water industry, with at least 10 years in supervisory roles and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field (preferred).
• Minimum 15 years of progressively responsible experience in the water industry or related field.
• At least 10 years of supervisory experience and track record of building high-performing teams.
• Strong management, collaboration, and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the district's executive and administrative functions, operations, finances, and strategic priorities.
• Serve as statewide leader and spokesperson on water strategy, policy, and resource management.
• Provide collaborative, strategic leadership to guide a complex public water organization.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Public administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Job description

Weber Basin Water Conservancy District is seeking an experienced and visionary General Manager/Chief Executive Officer to lead one of the largest water authorities in the state.

The General Manager/CEO serves as the District’s chief executive, with responsibility for directing its executive and administrative functions, and overseeing the District’s operations, finances, and strategic priorities.

As the leader of a major water authority, the General Manager/CEO also serves as a statewide leader and spokesperson on water strategy, policy, and resource management.

We are looking for a collaborative, strategic leader with the experience, integrity, and communication skills to guide a complex public water organization and help shape the future of water in the state.

The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related applicable field, preferred, along with fifteen years of progressively responsible experience in the water industry or related field. Candidates should have a demonstrated record of effective management and at least ten years of supervisory experience with a proven ability to build high-performing teams, foster collaboration, and provide strong, results-oriented leadership.

The expected salary range for the General Manager/CEO position is $183,000 - $240,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.