The Director of Engineering provides strategic vision and leadership for all engineering functions supporting water supply, treatment, pumping, distribution systems, storage, and facilities. This role drives the delivery of high-quality innovative solutions through project delivery and technical services while maintaining operations, maintenance, and community relationships to ensure the reliability of the water system. The Director collaborates with leaders across divisions on organizational goals and initiatives. The Director of Engineering reports to the General Manager and is responsible for managing the performance of the employees within the Division. Pay range for this position is $200,000/yr to $265,000/yr. Compensation for the selected candidate will depend on candidate qualifications and experience as related to the position requirements. . Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Director of Engineering Essential Functions Leads the development and implementation of the 40-Year Master Plan, Capital Improvement Plan, and Asset Management Plan, forecasting future needs related to water system growth, rehabilitation, replacement, and regulatory changes. Assesses risks, prioritizes improvements, and identifies opportunities to enhance the reliability and efficiency of water treatment and distribution systems. Oversees project planning, design, and construction, ensuring sound engineering principles and alignment with operational goals for the organization. Collaborates with Divisions to implement projects and deliver technical services that support overall operations, strategic initiatives, and goals. Advises the General Manager, WaterOne Board, and senior staff on engineering matters that impact strategic objectives. Ensures project quality by evaluating proposals, contracts, scopes of work, schedules, budgets, contractor and vendor performance. Oversees complex engineering analysis and programs, including water modeling and SCADA. Leverages enterprise data to assess capacity, identify deficiencies, and develop solutions, using insights to drive improvements and plan future projects. Oversees public engagement efforts on projects, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to address project impacts, benefits, and requirements. Oversees the development and review of policies, procedures, and engineering standards for project management, design, and construction. Leads disaster recovery efforts in the event of a catastrophic occurrence. Standard Essential Functions for Director Positions: Ensures alignment and consistency with organizational and team policies; contributes to the development of organization-wide policies and approves or endorses team-level policies. Provides guidance or addresses inquiries and complaints from customers or stakeholders that cannot be resolved by managers, or those requiring a high degree of urgency or severity. Researches new strategies, brainstorms possible solutions, communicates and ensures implementation of process changes, and ensures consistency across the organization. Supports the exploration, development and implementation of new and innovative technologies, systems, and methods to increase efficiency, cost savings, enhanced security, and improved customer experiences. Plans, coordinates, oversees and evaluates the organization, functions and activities of the Division to ensure effective and efficient operations and quality service to all customers and stakeholders. Develops and maintains internal relationships within WaterOne, as well as stakeholder relationships within the community, and various governmental entities. Oversees the preparation, implementation, and monitoring of both operating and capital budgets. Evaluates historical spending and assesses future resource needs to ensure alignment with Division goals and WaterOne's overall financial framework. Authorizes Division expenditures in accordance with WaterOne policies. Develops and maintains industry relationships with vendors, other utilities and professional organizations like the American Water Works Association (AWWA). Participates and encourages staff to participate in water industry research and activities providing awareness to WaterOne on leading edge technologies and practices. Attends Board and Committee meetings as well as other public or staff meetings. Delivers presentations to the Board, employees, public, and other stakeholders. Contracts with vendors to ensure compliance with project or service requirements and WaterOne business practices. Available during specific emergency situations as outlined in the Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) or when operational decisions require input from the Director. Standard Supervisory/People Leader Responsibilities for Director Positions: Provides vision, direction and goal setting for the Division in alignment with WaterOne's mission, vision, values and strategic plan, and in coordination with organization-wide and cross-divisional priorities. Provides guidance to Managers on departmental tactical strategies, metrics, and key performance indicators, while taking ownership of achieving Division goals and aligning with the organization's mission. Regularly reviews and interprets performance data to ensure strategic adjustments are made as needed. Drives work performance of the Division, and provides appropriate training, mentoring and coaching to Managers to enhance the overall operations of the Division. Provides consultation to Managers for the application of employee corrective actions. Conducts annual performance evaluations, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and employee development plans. Cultivates leadership skills in direct reports at intermediate to advanced levels and mentors high-potential employees to support their leadership growth. Conducts interviews and evaluates talent for hire in accordance with WaterOne interview standards. Makes hiring decisions for the Division. Performs or oversees other leadership and administrative duties such as timesheet approvals, time off requests, training authorizations, and other recordkeeping tasks. Provides strategic vision and leadership in the development and management of the Division's budget, business plans, financial forecasts, and long-term staffing needs. Fosters strong relationships with employees, inspiring and motivating them to achieve success. Champions a positive, inclusive workplace culture that promotes belonging and engagement. Monitors and reviews work assignments to identify and solve operating difficulties, personnel or customer problems, and to ensure adherence to policies, procedures, regulations, etc. and to provide supervision and technical advice. Responsible for working with Division managers and staff to determine the most economical method for utilization of the workforce, equipment, and materials. Actively engages in senior leadership activities, providing executive direction to advance WaterOne's Mission, Vision, Values, and Strategic Goals. Plays a key role in the development and coordination of strategic planning and goal-setting efforts. Leads and guides efforts to foster a workplace culture that prioritizes safety. Other Duties Performs other job duties as assigned. Customer Service Commitment WaterOne employees shall continuously strive to meet or exceed the expectations of both their internal and external customers. Questions and concerns shall be acknowledged on the same day whenever possible, but no later than the next business day. Issues shall be resolved as promptly as possible, with the goal of maximizing customer satisfaction.