Careers at Missouri River Energy Services

An engaging culture, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits make MRES a great place to work.

MRES is headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. We are a joint-action agency supporting 61 member municipalities that own and operate their own electric distribution systems in Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota.

We offer a flexible and friendly work environment that promotes a long-lasting career, which is demonstrated by our 94% employee retention. We provide competitive salaries, a comprehensive/low-cost benefits package with unique offerings not found at other employers, and we invest in our employees with ongoing training and development.

MRES is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

City Manager – Benson, Minnesota

The City of Benson is seeking to recruit its next City Manager to lead its staff and manage its municipal services including airport, police, fire, streets, full utilities, aquatic center, liquor store, golf course, parks and recreation, EDA, HRA and an electric distribution utility with a 10MW municipal electric power plant.

The minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in public administration or related field. A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a responsible management position with broad municipal operating and budgeting experience. Knowledge of sewer, water, and electric utilities operations and utility capacity planning.

Complete applications will be reviewed on Jan. 31, 2025 and the position will remain open until filled. To apply please complete the application, cover letter and resume and forward to the Benson City Attorney, Attn: City Manager Application, 1150 Wisconsin Ave., Benson, MN 56215 or skowal@bensonmnlaw.com.

The application and job description for the city manager position can be found on the City of Benson website bensonmn.org.