Utilities Director

Salary: $112,244.93 - $181,629.78 AnnuallyLocation : Venice, FLJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 2376Department: UtilitiesOpening Date: 05/05/2026DescriptionStarting salary to commence at $112,244 - $181,629 except in extenuating circumstances.General Statement of JobManages, directs and coordinates all Utilities Department personnel and activities to ensure operations are performed in accordance with all local, state, and federal regulations.City Expectations:Certain essential city services are required to be maintained in any civil emergency. Depending upon the type of emergency, any and all employees may be activated as essential employees in the event of an emergency.Duties & ResponsibilitiesSpecific Duties and ResponsibilitiesEssential Functions:Manages and coordinates activities of all employees and/or consultants engaged in the planning, design, operation, construction, maintenance, repair and service of public utility facilities and infrastructure.2. Establishes policies, procedures and methods for the planning, construction, operation and maintenance of all applicable public utility facilities and infrastructure.3. Formulates long range plans and related cost estimates. Prepares and recommends capital improvement, renewal and replacement programs on a five year basis to maintain all applicable public utility facilities and equipment in an efficient operating condition and in compliance with applicable regulations.4. Analyzes trends to determine adequacy of current operations and existing rates to meet expenditures. Develops and manages the utilities department annual budget5. Responsible for supervising, in cooperation with the city engineer and others, the design and construction of all utilities projects whether performed by city personnel or consulting engineers and contractors.6. Ensures a system of departmental records and reports which will meet all state, federal and local governmental regulations.7. Confers with state, federal, local representatives and consulting engineers on programs involving the department, including regulatory requirements, grants, bids, etc.8. Responsible for hiring, transfer, suspension, promotion, discharge, discipline and evaluation of employees.Responsibilities:Responsible for the organization, planning, direction and management of all utility divisions and functions to provide an adequate, safe and efficient water supply and wastewater service. Responsible in work to the Assistant City Manager.Minimum QualificationsMinimum Education and TrainingBachelor's degree, preferably in either the Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Business, Engineering, Public Administration or related field, and ten (10) years of work experience in the field of utilities -OR- a master's degree in the same fields with eight (8) or more years of related utilities experience. Municipal experience and a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Florida preferred. Management experience is required. Possess a valid Florida Driver's license, free of any serious violations or ability to obtain an instate license within thirty (30) days from date of hire.Minimum Qualifications and Standards RequiredSkill Requirements:Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, practices and methods involved in the administration, operation and management of public utilities. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, subordinates, fellow employees, elected officials, regulatory agency representatives and the general public. Capable of communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing and giving presentations to large groups. Personnel management skills including experience in team-building, change management, performance efficiency assessment and conflict resolution.Requires a working knowledge of the current version of the Microsoft Office Professional software suite including proficiency with Word and Excel. Must have a basic understanding of the current version of the Microsoft Windows operating system. Familiarity with CentralSquare Software applications based on an iSeries system is preferred. Working knowledge of current versions of Internet browsers and Microsoft Outlook is also highly recommended. Ability to learn specific computer applications used in the Department.Physical Requirements:Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, and lift. Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in all kinds of weather. Must be able to work under the stress of multiple priorities and deadlines, as well as occasional emergency situations. Reasonable accommodation will be considered for individuals with physical disabilities.Supplemental InformationWorking Conditions:Work is primarily performed in an office environment. May be required to work outside during inclement weather or under adverse conditions due to emergencies or urgent situations on a 24-hour basis.Other:It is understood that every incidental duty connected with operations enumerated in the job description is not always specifically described, and employees, at the discretion of the City, may be required to perform duties not within their job descriptions.Applicants (with the exception of current city employees) given a conditional offer of employment will be subjected to physical examination, drug, tobacco/nicotine screening, review of driver's license record, criminal background, and references from previous employers.The City of Venice values the service that veterans and their family members have given to our country and supports the hiring of returning service members and military spouses. Veterans' preference is available for certain service members, veterans, and family members.The City of Venice is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free WorkplaceThe City of Venice offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including voluntary enrollment in:Health Insurance (Employee, Employee +1 or Family)Dental Insurance (Employee, Employee +1 or Family)Vision Insurance (Employee or Family)FRS - Florida Retirement SystemDeferred Compensation Plan - 457bFlexible Spending AccountLife Insurance (Employee, Spouse & Dependent Children)AND the following City paid benefits:Accidental Death & DismembermentBasic Life Insurance (1x employee's annual salary)EAP - Employee Assistance ProgramShort-term DisabilityLong-term Disability11 Paid HolidaysVacation (8 hours/month, increases with tenure)Sick Leave (8 hours/month)01What is your highest level of completed education?Did Not Graduate HighschoolHighschool Graduate or EqualiventSome College, No DegreeAssociate's DegreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's Degree or Higher02If you possess a degree, what is your Major/Degree subject? Enter "N/A" if you do not have a college degree.03Do you possess a valid driver's license free of any serious violations?YesNo04What is your Driver's License number?05How many years of professional work experience do you have in the field of Utilities? (Prior experience must be documented within your resume or work history)No experienceLess than 5 years5 - 7 years of experience8 - 9 years of experienceMore than 10 years of experience06How many years of supervisory experience do you have? Supervision as defined here, means that your primary duty is routinely managing employees who report directly to you, where you have the duty to assign and direct their work, evaluate their performance, counsel them, discipline them and set individual goals for them. Also, you have the authority to hire or fire them, or your suggestions and recommendations as to the hiring, firing, advancement, promotion or any other change of status are given particular weight. (Prior work experience must be documented within your work history/resume)No prior supervisory experience1 to 2 yearsMore than 3 years07Within your working career, what is the largest number of employees that have reported directly to you; where you were responsible for the hiring/firing, completing evaluations and administering disciplinary action?No prior direct reports1 to 5 people directly reported to me6 to 10 people directly reported to meMore than 10 people directly reported to me08Has your past utilities work experience been within a municipal government? (Prior municipal experience is not required.)YesNo09Are you are registered (PE) Professional Engineer either in/out state? (PE is not required)Engineering Intern CertificationFlorida (PE) Professional EngineerOut of State (PE) Professional EngineerNone of the Above10The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.Yes, I understand and agreeNo, I do not agree