What are the responsibilities and job description for the District Manager position at ASSOCIATION OF CALIFORNIA WATER AGENCIES?
Job LocationApplication Deadline
02 / 03 / 2025
How to Apply
Please submit the following (ASAP)
A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.
Compelling cover letter
Resume
Four professional references
Briefly respond to three of the following questions (not to exceed two pages)
- Describe your experience using analytical tools to assess work and resource allocations to achieve operational efficiencies (with quantitative measure of success if possible)
- Describe your experience guiding or redirecting engineering specifications to achieve or improve operation acceptance of a facility or project
- Please indicate your experience determining performance criteria in service contracts
- Describe your experience working with teams of employees represented by a bargaining unit and any experience negotiating labor agreements
- Describe your expertise leading strategic efforts and the results
- Describe your budgetary and / or fiscal responsibilities (amounts) and techniques used to monitor performance
- Describe your experience writing policies and procedures relevant to agency / entity management
- A completed district application will be required once mutual interests are determined
These may be sent electronically to Judy@kgid.org or paper format to :
District Manager, Kingsbury General Improvement District, P.O. Box 2220, Stateline, NV 89449
Kingsbury General Improvement District is a drug-free employer.
The position of General Manager for the Kingsbury General Improvement District is responsible for all aspects of the district, including the successful day-to-day operations, financial management, compliance, and short- and long-term planning. The successful applicant should have advanced experience and knowledge within one or more specific areas of the district, which could include administration, finance, engineering, operations, or legal / regulatory compliance.
Experience in local government, including governing board relations, budgeting, policy development, or intergovernmental relations, is considered advantageous.
The incumbent is a contracted employee serving at the pleasure of the Board of Trustees.
The General Manager should be :
A decision maker for all aspects of district services and operations
Knowledgeable in all aspects of the district
A team player developing others
A leader by example
Always flexible
The General Manager must :
Prepare, implement, and manage the district budget
Ensure all safety policies and procedures are adhered to
Lead, plan, and implement administration, operations, and capital programs
Be professionally and technically proficient in core elements of the district
Attend meetings of district, county, state, and regional agencies
Establish performance standards for in-house and contracted services
Supervise district personnel, lead district negotiations, and manage labor relations
Ensure accountability and provide oversight of district programs respecting the fiduciary obligation to the citizenry
Ensure the Board of Trustees are informed
Be proficient in writing and oral communication, providing regular reports to the Board of Trustees and the public
Establish priorities and be comfortable working with constrained resources
Establish standards, monitor results, and embrace adaptation
Education and Experience :
Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college / university or an AA degree in one of the core areas required for district services and five years progressively responsible or fifteen years of applied practical management with supervisory duties for budget and personnel responsibilities preferable in a local government with public works or utilities management oversight.
The successful candidate will demonstrate the following characteristics :
Action & Results Oriented
Innovative solutions
Keen communication skills
Customer focus
Engagement and mentoring of others
Change management
Relationship builder
Political Savvy
Organizational leadership
Legal and Regulatory navigation
Compensation :
The district offers a comprehensive benefit package, including health insurance, vacation, administrative leave, sick time, 13 paid holidays, membership in NV Pers, and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
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