Public Works Division Director Water Resources

Provo, UT - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 121000 - 177650

Posted on: 12 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Title:

Public Works Division Director - Water Resources

Job Posting Closing Date:

12/29

Provo City is looking for a senior-level professional to fill the role of Division Director of Water Resources in the Public Works department. This position is responsible to the Public Works Director and manages all aspects of the Water Resources division.

Job Details

Application Process: Applications must be submitted by midnight on December 29 2025 and include a single file containing a cover letter resume and several professional references. (Please note that references will not be contacted until mutual interest has been established.)

What is the compensation package

(M03) $121000 - $177650 annualized (depending on qualifications)

Provo City offers generous employer-paid health insurance; retirement and pension plans including 401k and 401k matching; paid leaves including vacation sick holidays bereavement and parental leaves; educational assistance; competitive pay; and regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the market. Employees also receive great perks: free use of the Provo Recreation Center and Peaks Ice Arena a Provo Library card 50% off green fees at Timpanogos Golf Course a 4/10 work schedule and others.

What are the main duties (Please click here for the full class specification.)

Lead all Water Resources programs including water sourcing distribution wastewater and water reclamation.
Oversee the planning design construction and maintenance of water and wastewater systems ensuring projects meet safety and quality standards.
Manage division projects by setting policies reviewing contracts tracking schedules and budgets and solving major operational issues.
Supervise and support division staff including assigning work reviewing performance addressing personnel issues and making staffing decisions such as hiring training discipline and termination.
Work closely with other City departments outside agencies boards and committees; represent the City in water-related discussions and decisions.
Guide long-term planning by reviewing water data predicting future needs and recommending rate adjustments.
Review and approve important equipment materials project plans and technical reports.
Prepare and manage the division budget monitor spending and oversee billing and collection for enterprise accounts.
Develop and maintain water and wastewater rate structures to support long-term operations and capital projects.
Conduct research and complete special assignments related to Water Resources operations and improvements.

What are the minimum requirements

Provo City will honor equivalent combinations of job-related education/training substituting each year of post-secondary education/training for six months of experience.

Bachelors degree in civil engineering public administration or a closely related field.
Five (5) years of professional experience administering Water Resources related programs three (3) years of which were spent in a responsible management capacity.
A valid lawful drivers license is required.
State of Utah Professional Engineer license is preferred.
Preference will be given to those with experience managing large or complex organizations of people.

What is the selection process

Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted with the first screening being held on December 11th. Applicants mustmeet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration.

If selected for hire candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

Why Provo City

Provo City has a vision for continued prosperity based on citizen priorities. To deliver on those priorities the Administration developed a brand promise to establish the high standards of our community identifies as the Provo Pillars: Welcoming Safe and Sound Economically Vibrant and Forward Looking. Together we are building a strong foundation for a community that is honored both nationally and is consistently recognized nationally for its outstanding quality of life well-being and as a beautiful place to live. Provo has been awarded the Best Performing City three years in a row and we were ranked the Best Run City in America by WalletHub for 2025. Visit to learn more!

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Provo City is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

Required Experience:

Director

Position Title:Public Works Division Director - Water ResourcesJob Posting Closing Date:12/29Provo City is looking for a senior-level professional to fill the role of Division Director of Water Resources in the Public Works department. This position is responsible to the Public Works Director and ma...