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Job description
Job: Water Utility General Manager
Location: Waukesha, WI
Company: Waukesha Water Utility
The Waukesha Water Utility is seeking an experienced, strategic, and collaborative leader to serve as its next Water Utility General Manager. Reporting directly to the Water Commission, this position is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and strategic direction of the Utility while ensuring the continued delivery of safe, reliable, and sustainable water service to the community.
This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a well-respected public water utility with a dedicated workforce, strong operations, and a longstanding commitment to reliable service. The General Manager will provide strategic leadership across operations, infrastructure, financial stewardship, and talent development while partnering with the Water Commission and community stakeholders to ensure the Utility's continued success and long-term sustainability.
The successful candidate will be a visible and engaged leader, comfortable working with the Water Commission, City leadership, department heads, Utility staff, customers, and community stakeholders. This individual will regularly present information, respond to public inquiries, and represent the Utility in a variety of professional and community settings.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership and direction for all water utility functions, including operations, engineering, customer service, finance, regulatory compliance, and administration
Partner with the Water Commission to establish policies, priorities, and long-term strategic goals
Lead and develop a high-performing team while fostering a culture of accountability, safety, service, and continuous improvement
Oversee annual operating and capital budgets, financial planning, and resource allocation
Direct infrastructure planning, asset management, and capital improvement programs
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations governing public water systems
Represent the Utility before the Water Commission, Common Council, regulatory agencies, and community organizations
Address customer concerns and maintain strong relationships with community stakeholders
Maintain a visible leadership presence across the organization, including regular engagement with Utility staff
Evaluate emerging technologies, operational improvements, and long-term service opportunities to support sustainability and efficiency
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Engineering, Environmental Science, Utility Management, or a related field
Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible leadership experience in utility operations or a closely related environment
At least six (6) years of senior management or executive-level leadership experience
Demonstrated experience in infrastructure planning, regulatory compliance, budgeting, organizational leadership, and continuous improvement initiatives
Experience leading organizational change, workforce development, employee engagement, or succession planning efforts
Experience working with and presenting to governing boards, elected officials, regulatory agencies, and public stakeholders
Strong understanding of utility operations, capital improvement planning, asset management, and the ability to work effectively with engineering and technical professionals
Compensation & Benefits
Annual salary range: $143,620 – $215,431 (commensurate with qualifications and experience)
Health and dental benefits
Participation in a defined benefit pension plan and an optional 457(b) deferred compensation plan
The Waukesha Water Utility is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
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Worksite address
waukesha, WI, 53188, US
Who can apply
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