Life in Petaluma is the perfect mix of country and city, quirky, and conventional. You can buy fresh veggies from a farm, run errands, see art from Burning Man, and go to the symphony all in the same day. Petaluma encompasses biking, hiking, and paddling; arts, music, and shopping; and local food and craft beverages. Petaluma has a vibrant history, excellent public amenities, and a robust business community. The City also has a strong focus on sustainability and climate action. The Director of Water Resources and Utilities directs, manages, plans, organizes, and integrates the activities and operations of the Water Resources and Utilities Department, including programs related to municipal water supply, storage, distribution, groundwater, water conservation, metering, and customer service programs. This position also oversees wastewater collection, treatment, industrial pretreatment, water recycling; utilities administration and engineering; storm drain maintenance and operations; and the regulatory stormwater program. The City of Petaluma is seeking an approachable, collaborative, and experienced leader to serve as the next Director of Water Resources & Utilities. The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator who brings staff together and values the importance of teamwork. A proactive Director with the ability to manage utility rate making, contracts, fiscal planning and projections, and grants acquisition and compliance is desired. The new Director of Water Resources & Utilities should be an excellent listener who can provide direction and make decisions. The annual salary range for the Director of Water Resources & Utilities is $187,237.08 to $242,967.36; placement within this range is dependent on qualifications and experience. J-18808-Ljbffr
