UTILITIES ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER/WATER DELIVERY (Non-Classified)

Job Title: Utilities Assistant General Manager for Water Delivery The City of Riverside is recruiting for a dynamic and highly experienced Utilities Assistant General Manager for Water Delivery to manage the day-to-day planning, directing, reviewing, and overseeing the water design engineering, planning, water resources, operations, maintenance, and construction activities of the Water Delivery division. This position is designated as Non-Classified and exempt from the classified service. This at-will position reports to the General Manager.Annual Salary Range: $181,308 – $236,388Performance-based merit range: $236,388 – $271,848In addition to being a thought leader in the water delivery arena, the successful candidate will have a proven track record and reputation that supports:Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.Remarkable relationship building and leadership of inclusive culture.Ability to interact effectively with elected and appointed officials, other government agencies, public and private partners, community leaders, customers, and the public.Ability to build a positive and inclusive culture throughout the team and divisions of the department.Strong analytical and research skills, and the ability to assess, develop, and execute comprehensive business strategies to help the utility meet strategic initiatives and future challenges.Ability and thorough knowledge of how to leverage technology for effective and efficient utility operations and modernization.Strong development and implementation skills championing proactive projects or measures related to advancing local assets and resources between water, wastewater, and stormwater to expand sustainability and resiliency.Typical Duties:Direct and participate in the development and implementation of goals, standards, objectives, policies, and procedures.Make strategic business assessments of existing and emerging technologies to help the business unit meet the strategic initiative and future challenges.Assist, plan, direct and/or review activities related to the planning, selection, acquisition, development, and utilization of water resources and the monitoring and administration of City contractual obligations and interests in water supply resources.Direct and review the planning and design of the domestic and irrigation water systems.Direct all water utility engineering activities; determine the scope of projects; review water engineering programs, projects, and schedules for suitability and approval.Direct and review the construction, maintenance, and repair of the domestic water and irrigation systems.Direct and participate in groundwater basin management and administration of water rights, assessments, and taxes.Represent the City in joint water resource development projects, directing and coordinating activities of staff representatives.Direct and participate in the preparation and administration of the operating budget and the capital improvement plan and budget.Serve as department representative on, and to, City committees, project committees, water agencies, and industry organizations.Coordinate Division activities with other City departments, divisions, and with outside water agencies and organizations.Supervise preparation of data for submission to regulatory agencies; serve as expert witness and represent City interests as required.Direct the preparation of technical and administrative reports, presenting reports and recommendations to the Public Utilities General Manager, City Manager, Board of Public Utilities, City Council, and other agencies and organizations.Implement strategic plans and meet performance milestones and objectives.Provide analysis of water treatment solutions and alternatives to ensure a safe water supply.Select, supervise, train, and evaluate professional, technical, and administrative support subordinates.Supervise the selection, and activities, of professional consultants, advisors, and contractors.Develop strategies and policies to maximize the value of integrating the functional policies of water, wastewater, stormwater, recycled water, and other related functions.Enhance workforce development with succession planning and staff development programs.Serve as Acting Public Utilities General Manager as assigned.Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in water or civil engineering. A Master's Degree in a related field is highly desirable.Experience: Seven years of progressively responsible managerial and supervisory experience in water design engineering, planning, water resources, operations, maintenance, and construction activities.Necessary Special Requirement: Possession of an appropriate, valid class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License.DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:Completed Employment ApplicationResume and Letter of InterestFOR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: Application GuideThe selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.NOTE: The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.Education obtained outside the United States (US) requires one of the following options:An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE).An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.#J-18808-Ljbffr