General Manager

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General Manager

Central Basin Munic Water Dist, CA

General Definition

Under general policy guidance from the Board of Directors, plans, organizes, integrates, fiscally

controls, directs, administers, reviews, evaluates, and modifies the activities, operations, and

services of the District; ensures execution of short- and long-term goals and objectives; ensures

District operations and functions effectively serve the needs of the public and customers

throughout the District's service area, while complying with applicable laws and regulations;

and performs related duties as assigned.

Examples of Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, control, integrate, and evaluate the work of all District functions and

departments to ensure operations and services comply with the policies and objectives

set by the Board of Directors and all applicable laws and regulations.

• Participate in the formulation of the District's Strategic plan and develop, implement, and

monitor short- and long-term plans, goals and objectives.

• Oversee the Districts financial operations and investment policies to ensure that District

funds are expended in conformance with Board-approved budgets and applicable laws,

publicly approved administrative policies, and generally accepted reporting practices.

• Forecast future operating revenues and capital and operating budget allocations to

prepare an annual budget; and manage day-to-day and long-range financial operations

to continually achieve proper debt ratio for the District.

• Direct the preparation of analysis and recommendations regarding water supply and

reliability policy issues, long-range planning, and contingency plans; and advise and

counsel the Board regarding policy issues to meet the present and future needs of the

region.

• Participate in the assessment of regional, industry, and District service area public and

customer needs to ensure objectives and priorities align with meeting those needs.

• Provide leadership and advocacy on regional water issues consistent with the best

interests of the public and stakeholders to achieve action plans and priorities; form

• coalitions to address current and future water demands; and build awareness of regional

water priorities and provide support for the Districts CBWD Board representatives.

• Prepare, monitor, revise and audit the budget in accordance with generally accepted

accounting practices; present budget to the Board in accordance with the stated

timeline, and keep Board aware of variances.

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• Direct and oversee the analysis of proposed legislation and regulation; direct and

participate in industry and intergovernmental activities to influence legislative and

regulatory change consistent with the District's interests and needs;

• Direct and coordinate the preparation of analyses and recommendations about policy

issues and long-range plans to address District service-area needs.

• Prepare and deliver recommendations to the Board; review and revise board agendas

and reports prepared by others.

• Interpret District code, policies, and applicable laws and regulations to ensure

compliance over assigned areas.

• Direct the development and maintenance of comprehensive, effective human resources

programs, administrative policies and systems; develop, maintain, and revise the

District's organization, including but not limited to organizational structure, job

descriptions, salary ranges, number of employees, performance reviews (including

methodology) and disciplinary policies.

• Maintain all official employment-related documents, such as employment applications,

position descriptions, annual evaluations, commendations, disciplinary actions, and

individual personnel files containing all official employment-related documents.

• Make annual recommendations to the Board during the budget process of overall

employee compensation amount and number of employees.

• Submit rules and regulations for contracting, purchasing, storing, distributing, or disposal

of supplies, materials, and equipment to the Board for approval and adoption on an as-

needed basis.

• Maintain or cause to be maintained individual records for District assets reflecting date

of purchase, original cost, depreciation term, and method of depreciation

• Create an organizational culture conducive to high performance, innovation, integrity,

and exceptional customer service,

• Performs other related duties as needed or assigned.

Qualifications and Specific Competencies

Knowledge of:

• Theory, principles, practices and techniques of organization design and
• development, public administration, public financing, financial management and long-

range planning as they apply to a public water agency,

• Principles and practices of budgeting, purchasing, and maintenance of public records;

Brown Act requirements, applicable ordinances, state laws and other legal requirements

applicable to the functions and operations of a municipal water district.

• Applicable ordinances, state laws and other legal requirements applicable to the

functions and operations of a municipal water district; federal and state water issues;

political processes on federal, state, and local levels impacting water supply and

demands and environmental issues

• Organization, function, role, and authority of a public agency Board of Directors.
• Principles and practices of strategic planning and management
• Principles and practices of effective supervision, organizational development, and

employee-management relations in the government sector

• Customer service techniques to deliver high levels of customer service when dealing

with the public, vendors, contractors, and District staff.

• Organizational development and design.
• Modern office methods, procedures, and equipment; and Microsoft Office software.

Ability to:

• Develop and implement goals and objectives, practices, policies, procedures, and work

standards.

• Create and maintain a work culture that exhibits high levels of performance, innovation,

integrity, and exceptional customer service.

• Provide administrative, management, and professional leadership for the District.
• Understand, interpret, explain, and apply District, state, and federal policies, procedures,

laws, regulations, and court decisions governing operations in assigned areas of

responsibility.

• Analyze, interpret, and make sound recommendations on complex management and

administrative issues.

• Present proposals and recommendations clearly, logically, and persuasively in public

meetings.

• Develop and implement appropriate procedures, systems, and controls for

administrative and operational functions.

• Develop and maintain continuous improvement in all areas of operations; develop and

monitor performance standards for all divisions within the department;

• Effectively represent the branch and the District in meetings and/or negotiations with

governmental agencies, community groups, various business, professional, and

regulatory organizations, and in meetings with individuals.

• Prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive correspondence, reports, studies, and other

written materials.

• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy,

procedural, and legal guidelines.

• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English

grammar and syntax.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of staff, the public,

contractors, and elected officials.

• Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed,

and modern business equipment to perform a variety of tasks.

Education and Experience:

Any combination of education and experience to satisfy the knowledge, skills, and abilities

referenced above.

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, public or business administration, or related field;
• At least five (5) years of progressively responsible administrative and executive

management experience in the operations and management of a public or private water

and/or wastewater service provider or an equivalent combination of training and

experience; and

• Proven leadership in working collaboratively with state and local governments, strong

fiscal knowledge, public policy background, and an established record of successful

board collaboration.

Licenses and Certificates:

• Maintain a valid California Driver's license and vehicle insurance.

Working Conditions

Occasionally lift and carry materials up to 30 pounds. Duties may require maintaining a physical

condition necessary for sitting, kneeling, crouching, standing, walking, twisting, reaching, or

bending for prolonged periods of time. Position responsibilities will require local travel to attend

meetings; periodic overnight travel may be required. Duties may be performed outside of

normal working hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Compensation:

$305,000.00 - $350,000.00 Annually

In addition to salary, the District provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; CalPERS retirement; a health reimbursement benefit; life insurance; and an Employee Assistance Program.

Medical insurance: District pays 100% of the premium.

Dental insurance: District pays 100% of the premium.

Vision insurance: District pays 100% of the premium.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): District pays 100% of the premium.

Health Reimbursement Account (HRA).

Car Allowance

Technology Allowance

457 Retirement Program

Life insurance: District pays 100% of the standard premium.

CalPERS retirement.

The estimated annual value of the benefits package is $134,749, in addition to the General Manager's annual salary. Based on the advertised salary range, the estimated combined annual salary and benefits value is approximately $439,749-$484,749.

All benefit costs are estimates, subject to applicable plan provisions, eligibility requirements, and changes in premiums or employer contribution rates.