Utilities Director

• Serve as the subject matter expert on utility operations and advise Tribal Council and the Utilities Authority.
• Develop and implement utility policies procedures and regulatory compliance programs.
• Lead utility operations including water wastewater and infrastructure systems ensuring safe efficient and compliant service.
• Oversee projects contracts budgets grants and departmental resources.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal state and Tribal regulations.
• Provide day-to-day leadership supervision and performance management for department staff.
• Plan direct and coordinate all departmental operations to achieve organizational goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelors degree in Public Administration Business Administration Engineering or related field and/or a Certification in Utility Management with no less than four (4) years of senior management experience in the public water/wastewater/solid waste industry.
• Must possess and maintain a Grade II or higher State of Alabama Water Operators Certification.
• Must possess and maintain a Grade II or higher State of Alabama Waste Water Operators Certification.
• Five (5) years of experience managing operating and maintaining multiple water waste water and/or solid waste systems simultaneously.
• Five (5) years of experience in complying with Federal and State of Alabama regulatory agencies required.
• Ten (10) years of supervisory experience in monitoring and coordinating the activities of subordinates including general supervision performance evaluations disciplinary procedures leave approvals timesheets etc. required.
• Ability to work odd and irregular hours as needed.
• Must possess a valid state drivers license and insurable driving record according to Tribal insurance guidelines.
• Must successfully pass the required criminal and character background check.
• Ability to travel and participate in required training leadership development and other events.
• Ability to perform all duties and responsibilities of this position adequately and successfully.

• Knowledge of applicable local state federal and Tribal utility regulations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word Excel Outlook) and other business software.
• Strong leadership communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to lead high-performing teams manage multiple priorities and deliver results.
• Excellent project management organizational and problem-solving skills.
• High integrity attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to improve processes build collaborative relationships and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Accountable adaptable and results-oriented.

• Medical dental vision life insurance and voluntary benefits
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Performance bonuses and COLA increases

INDIAN PREFERENCE SPOUSAL PREFERENCE OR FIRST GENERATION:

In the event more than one applicant meets the requirements as stated in a job description preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Tribal Member (2) First Generation Descendant of a Tribal Member (3) Spouse of Tribal Member (4) Indian (5) Non-Indian

In the event that a position of employment is funded in whole or in part my any federal grant and/or contract or other public funding preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Indian (2) Non-Indian

In order to receive preference the appropriate documentation must be submitted.