About this opportunity
Liberty Utilities lists this Director, Operations (Water/Wastewater) opportunity in litchfield park, Arizona. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
LU Service Corp.
Litchfield Park, AZ, US, 85340
Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN), parent company of Liberty, is a diversified international generation, transmission, and distribution utility. AQN is committed to providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy and water solutions through our portfolio of utility investments to over one million customer connections, largely in the United States and Canada.
At Algonquin, our vision is to be the most trusted utility service provider in North America - a premium regulated utility, known for our customer focus, commitment to sustainability, and strong community partnerships. Our employees are at the heart of that vision. We believe that when people are empowered to learn, grow, and contribute their ideas, we can achieve remarkable results together.
We are building a culture that values integrity, inclusivity, and innovation. By joining Algonquin, you’ll be part of a team that is shaping the future of energy and water, while creating long-term value for our customers, communities, employees, and shareholders.
Purpose
The Director of Operations works toward the achievement of Department and Liberty Utilities objectives as a whole. This is demonstrated by exercising leadership through directing, developing and implementing the Company’s business development/ growth strategy, budgeting/forecasting, water resource, production, treatment and distribution as well as the wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal activities. Additionally, this position will support the Company’s rate making process. This position is responsible for the operating and capital budget, along with the long term planning and growth of the utility. This position ensures utility compliance with all Environmental, Health, Safety and Security policies and procedures, and compliance with federal, state, and local water and wastewater regulations. This position will direct many ad hoc projects throughout the year and deploy resources to meet changing priorities and focus. This position will set the tone, climate and vision for utility operations in the Division and help shape the same for the entire company. This position will ensure that Liberty Utilities’ Values are adhered to in all that we do. Performs other duties as assigned.
Accountabilities
Directs the Operations and business results of drinking water, wastewater and reclaimed water, including recharge.
Participates in the planning and development of water and wastewater rates and fees related to the Utility. This may include testifying in front of State regulatory bodies, preparation of testimony, and participating in regulatory strategy matters.
Ensures Utility compliance with all Federal, State, and Local rules, regulations policies and procedures governing water and wastewater utilities. These include but are not limited to those rules of the EPA, ADEQ, ADWR, OSHA, ACC, TCEQ, and TPUC.
Coordinates short, medium and long term plans for water supply, water demand, facility construction, wastewater conveyance treatment and disposal.
Reviews and recommends new policies or amendments to policies and procedures of the Company, working with management including but not limited to Legal, HR, EH&S, Development Services, and Engineering Departments on water and wastewater resources, capacity, planning, financing and employee issues.
Leads and develops Operations staff in executing Company goals and objectives
Preparation of and adherence to operating and capital improvement budgets for the Utility, including review and approval of Utility invoices.
Analyzes utility financial data, makes decisions on the information resulting from the analysis, and presents the results to management
Identifies new issues and strategies related to water resources and conservation programs.
Provides excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.
Other jobs, duties and projects of a similar nature or level as may be assigned from time to time.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study
Expert knowledge of water/wastewater utilities, engineering and/or financial principles
Prior financial and budgetary responsibility required.
Minimum ten years’ experience with progressively responsible management level experience required.
Understanding of key business issues and requirements of the utility and resulting implications of specific legal issues.
Proficient with computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Flexibility with traveling within the US and Canada required
Valid driver’s license and passport required
Our purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in everything we do as a business and as an employee team.
As the successful candidate
Our Mission
We provide safe, secure, reliable, cost-effective and sustainable energy and water solutions. Our mission is how we create value as an organization—it is what drives us every day to fulfill our purpose.
Our Vision
We better the lives of our customers and communities. Our vision is what we see as possible. It's where we aspire to be, what we want to achieve and how we'll make animpact. It guides and keeps us on the right path as we work towards fulfilling our purposes.
Customer Centric
Integrity
Teamwork
Outcome focused
Continuous learning
What we offer
Collaborative environment with a genuine flexible working policy
401k Plan with matching
Share purchase/match plan
Leadership Development Program
Volunteer paid days off
Employee Assistance Program
Achievement fund
Free parking
Variety of Health & Wellness programs
Discount and Perks program
We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person's unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents.
Full participation of all employees in a safe, healthy and respectful environment is key to individual and company success. We are committed to fully utilizing the abilities of all our employees and expect each of our employees to honour this commitment in their daily responsibilities.
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Worksite address
litchfield park, AZ, 85340, US
Who can apply
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