What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Manager position at Beaver Creek & Grayling Township Utility Authority?
Job Overview
Seeking a qualified candidate to serve as Utility Manager of the Beaver Creek/Grayling Townships Utility Authority (the "Authority") under the direction of the Authority's Board of Directors. This is a contract position (non-employee), which typically requires 10-20 hours per/week. This position is responsible for overseeing, coordinating, and executing the administrative needs of the Authority's public water and sewer systems, within a general framework of the approved policies, budgets, and ordinances established by the Authority's Board of Directors. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, billing, and communication.
Duties
- Communicating with Authority water and sewer customers.
- Administering customer billing and accounts payable.
- Maintaining Authority financial accounts.
- Submitting an annual operating budget, along with monthly revenue, expense, and profit and loss statements.
- Preparing materials and agenda for board meetings.
- Collaborating with water and sewer system operations staff to ensure utility customers are supplied with reliable water and sewer services.
- Ensuring that the Authority's Board of Directors are provided accurate, timely information to facilitate appropriate policy/decision making.
- Enforcing policies and programs established by the Authority's Board of Directors.
- Directing and monitoring work done by outside firms, including engineers, attorneys, and contractors hired by the Authority.
- Maintaining effective relationships with customers, township officials, and members of the public on the Authority's behalf.
- Safekeeping and filing of Authority records.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in business administration.
- Knowledge of accounting and billing software.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively.
- Excellent communication skills.
- A background in utility management preferred but not required.
Please submit your resume and a brief statement as to why you feel you are qualified for this job. Application deadline is 3/7/2025. Thank you!
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $1,000.00 - $2,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Ability to Commute:
- Grayling, MI 49738 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Grayling, MI 49738: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $1,000 - $2,000