Public Works Division Director - Water Resources

Provo City Corporation•Provo, UT

3d•$121,000 - $177,650

About The Position

Provo City is looking for a senior-level professional to fill the role of Division Director of Water Resources in the Public Works department. This position is responsible to the Public Works Director and manages all aspects of the Water Resources division.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, public administration, or a closely related field.
Five (5) years of professional experience administering Water Resources related programs – three (3) years of which were spent in a responsible management capacity.
A valid, lawful driver’s license is required.

Nice To Haves

State of Utah Professional Engineer license is preferred.
Preference will be given to those with experience managing large or complex organizations of people.

Responsibilities

Lead all Water Resources programs, including water sourcing, distribution, wastewater, and water reclamation.
Oversee the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of water and wastewater systems, ensuring projects meet safety and quality standards.
Manage division projects by setting policies, reviewing contracts, tracking schedules and budgets, and solving major operational issues.
Supervise and support division staff, including assigning work, reviewing performance, addressing personnel issues, and making staffing decisions such as hiring, training, discipline, and termination.
Work closely with other City departments, outside agencies, boards, and committees; represent the City in water-related discussions and decisions.
Guide long-term planning by reviewing water data, predicting future needs, and recommending rate adjustments.
Review and approve important equipment, materials, project plans, and technical reports.
Prepare and manage the division budget, monitor spending, and oversee billing and collection for enterprise accounts.
Develop and maintain water and wastewater rate structures to support long-term operations and capital projects.
Conduct research and complete special assignments related to Water Resources operations and improvements.

Benefits

Provo City offers generous employer-paid health insurance
Retirement and pension plans, including 401k and 401k matching
Paid leaves, including vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, and parental leaves
Educational assistance
Competitive pay
Regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the market
Free use of the Provo Recreation Center and Peaks Ice Arena
A Provo Library card
50% off green fees at Timpanogos Golf Course
A 4/10 work schedule