Utilities Director

Utilities Director Salary and Job Information

Utilities Director Salary: $159,024.00 - $198,363.00 Annually Location: Davie, FL Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 26-046 Department: Utilities Opening Date: 03/02/2026 Closing Date: Continuous

Job Description

Join the Town of Davie as the next leader of our Utilities Department, a role where you will make a meaningful impact on community infrastructure, public health, and sustainable resource management. As Utilities Director, you'll steer the full spectrum of water and wastewater operations including water resources, treatment, distribution, wastewater collection and treatment, reclaimed water systems, and other key utilities support functions. You will lead a dynamic team, shape strategic planning and technical operations, and ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations all while being part of an organization committed to innovation and excellence.

Benefits

The Town of Davie offers a robust benefit suite, including:

• Health Insurance: 100% paid by the Town for single coverage, 50% paid by the Town for dependents
• Schedule: 4 day work week - 10 hour days Monday-Thursday either 7:00am - 5:30pm OR 7:30am - 6:00pm
• Phone Stipend: $50/month
• Car Allowance: $400/month
• Leave: Holidays - 13 days per year
• Executive Leave - 112 hours per year
• Sick Leave - 3.69 hours accrued per pay period
• Vacation Leave - Accrue 2 weeks per year, accrual rate increases every 5 years (capped at 4 weeks after 10 years of service)
• Birthday Leave - 1 day per year after successfully passing probation
• Wellness Days - 2 days per year after successfully passing probation
• Pension/Retirement: Town Sponsored Pension - mandatory 3% contributions per pay period
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan: Employee is entitled to make voluntary contributions through the payroll to the Town sponsored 457 deferred compensation plan only
• Longevity Bonus: Continuously employed with the Town seven (7) - nine (9) years: $1000/year
• Student Loan Forgiveness Program: Under the U.S. Department of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, the remaining balance on your student loan may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while employed by a U.S. federal, state, local, or tribal government or qualifying not-for-profit organization (federal service includes U.S. military service)

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in civil, chemical, mechanical or other appropriate engineering field; chemistry; business or public administration; or other related field
• Possess at least seven (7) years progressive professional or administrative experience in the operations of a municipal utilities system, including construction and maintenance of water, wastewater and reclaimed water systems
• Three (3) of the seven (7) years must have been in a managerial role
• Possess and maintain a valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to pass a thorough background check

Additional Qualifying Experience

Additional qualifying experience beyond the seven (7) years may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

Preferred Certifications/Education

• Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Florida
• Master's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Public Administration or closely related field

Essential Functions

• Extensive knowledge of modern principles and practices utilized in the operation, maintenance, expansion and construction of water, wastewater and reclaimed water treatment facilities and associated distribution and collections systems
• Ability to evaluate plans and designs of physical facilities relating to water, wastewater and reclaimed water treatment systems
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws governing water supply, sanitary sewer systems, environmental health, and operation and maintenance of a municipal public waterworks
• Knowledge of factors involved in providing new or modified water/wastewater service to prospective residential and commercial customers
• Knowledge of implementation and operations of advanced metering infrastructure systems
• Knowledge of Utilities rate structure process and implementation
• Ability to lead and develop high-performing teams across multiple operational units
• Strong project management and strategic planning capabilities
• Demonstrated commitment to ethical conduct, integrity and equitable treatment of all staff and stakeholders
• Ability to maintain consistent attendance and fulfill duties with professionalism and accountability
• Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices
• Skill in using Office and department software
• Ability to exercise judgment in interpreting department and Town policies, rules, and regulations
• Ability to establish department goals, objectives, and work plans
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

Application Assistance/Information

• Licenses/Certifications: If a position requires a license and/or certification, it is the responsibility of the candidate to obtain and maintain them as a condition of employment.
• Foreign Credentials: Original credential evaluation reports showing the United States equivalency for academic credentials earned in other countries must be provided.
• Status Updates/Communication: Please ensure your email address is valid and you continuously check this account for any status updates from the Department.
• Incomplete Fields: All fields must be completed, putting "see resume" on the application will not suffice. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Required Documentation: Copies of any certifications, licenses or competencies from an accredited institution must be submitted with your application by closing date of posting unless otherwise stated.
• Driving History: To request a copy of your Florida driving history, visit flhsmv.gov
• Military Personnel Records: To request your completed military personnel record, go to archives.gov
• E-Verify: Candidates will be required to verify employment by submitting acceptable documents as evidence of identity and employment authorization.
• Assistance with Online Application: For assistance with your online applicant account, use the online Help Guide or contact the Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 or Email: support@governmentjobs.com.
• Applicant Support: Available between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday.
• Additional Assistance: For other inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

It is the policy of the Town to prohibit discrimination in hiring, promotion, compensation, discharge, and all terms and conditions of employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, gender identity (inclusive of a person's actual or perceived sex, and includes self-image, appearance behavior or expression, whether or not different from that traditionally associated with legal sex assigned to the person at birth), marital status, military status, political affiliation, genetic information, sexual orientation, or retaliation for reporting same.

Tobacco Policy

The Town of Davie has a policy that requires employees hired on or after January 4, 2016 to be a non-user of tobacco products six (6) months prior to their employment with the Town as well as commit to non-usage during their employment. Candidates for employment who are impacted by the Town of Davie's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after six (6) months.

Reasonable Accommodations

Applicants requesting reasonable accommodation during the job application process may contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.

E-Verify

The Town of Davie participates in E-Verify. Federal Law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. For more information on E-Verify, please contact 1-888-897-7781.

Veterans Preference

The Town of Davie will grant Veterans' Preference to eligible veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States in compliance with applicable federal and state laws concerning Veterans' Preference. Eligible applicants must submit a DD-214 Member 4 form and Veterans Preference form.

Essential Employees

Employees may be required to work during emergency events/situations as determined by supervisor. Benefits information is not available for this position. Please contact the Town directly for this information.

Application Questions

1. Have you previously submitted an application for employment with the Town of Davie? Yes No
2. The Town operates on a four (4) day work week schedule (10 hours per day). This positions schedule will be Monday-Thursday either 7:00am - 5:30pm OR 7:30am - 6:00pm. Are you able to work this schedule? Yes No
3. Do you possess a Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in civil, chemical, mechanical or other appropriate engineering field; chemistry; business or public administration; or other related field? Yes No
4. Do you possess at least (7) years progressive professional or administrative experience in the operations and direction of a municipal utilities system, including construction and maintenance of water, wastewater and reclaimed water systems? Yes No
5. If you answered "yes," please provide additional information to include the organization, position and essential functions.
6. Do you possess at least three (3) years experience in a managerial role within a municipal utilities system? Yes No
7. Do you possess a Master's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Public Administration or closely related field? Yes No
8. Do you possess a Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Florida? Yes No
9. Do you currently possess a valid Drivers License? Yes No
10. Have you had a suspended and/or revoked drivers license within the past sixty (60) months (not insurance related)? Yes No
11. Have you used any tobacco products within the past six (6) months including nicotine and E-Cigarettes? Yes No
12. Did you attach all required certifications and other related documents? Yes No