The Village is currently accepting applications for a Deputy Utilities Director. This is a highly responsible position leading the planning, development, and management of repair and replacement (R&R) and capital improvement projects (CIP) for the Village’s water and stormwater utilities, assisting the Director with activities involved in running the department.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Preferred candidate must:

· Hold a bachelor’s degree in civil or mechanical engineering preferred, or closely related field

· Have 5 years of progressively responsible experience in utility plant operations, utility engineering, construction/design, administrative operations and capital projects, or

· Any equivalent combination of education, qualifications, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job may be substituted for minimum qualifications

Licensing and Certification

Registered professional engineer in the state of Florida or ability to obtain within 18 months preferred
Certified project management professional (PMP) preferred
Florida FDEP licensed operator preferred
Valid driver’s license

Necessary Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Sound knowledge of modern principles and practices of public administration, including planning, organizing, budgeting, scheduling, personnel and project management
Demonstrated experience in preparing technical reports, cost estimates, and cost records and presenting long-range water and stormwater utilities plans and programs
Knowledge of principles and practices governing the operations of utilities water production, water distribution, and stormwater collection, to include unit processes, water quality requirements, electrical/ mechanical equipment, automated control systems, and work order/ asset management systems
Extensive knowledge of applicable federal, state, and Village codes, regulations and ordinances governing the administration of the utilities department, all divisions
Sound knowledge of engineering/ technical theory, techniques, principles, and practices applicable to the planning, design, and construction of utilities projects
Well-honed conflict resolution skills and demonstrated strength in building relationships built on trust and integrity
Excellent oral and written communication skills; skilled in public speaking
Technical competence with permit and building applications and Microsoft software suite of products

All applications must be submitted via the Employment Opportunities tab on the Village of Tequesta’s website - http://www.tequesta.org/1302/Employment-Opportunities. Open until filled. EOE, DFWP & M/F/V/D. The Village of Tequesta participate

Village of Tequesta

New Jobs

DEPUTY UTILITY DIRECTOR