General Manager

General Manager

Under direction of the Board of Directors, the Rockwood Water District People's Utility District (the District) General Manager (GM) serves as the chief executive officer of the District and is responsible for all aspects of administration and implementation of District policies and programs. The GM is accountable for achieving the goals and objectives established by the Board in a manner consistent with Board-adopted policies, mission, values and budget. The GM is responsible for planning, leading and directing the operations of the District and the Cascade Groundwater Alliance (CGA) to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and statutes, goals and policies, and regulations. The GM is also responsible for planning, financial management and human resources administration and oversees day to day operations of the District and the CGA to ensure the provision of high-quality, cost-effective drinking water service. The GM also manages water supply and treatment for the CGA, a water supply partnership between the District and the City of Gresham to construct, operate and maintain groundwater supply facilities that will provide water to over 130,000 people in Rockwood and Gresham. Construction of CGA facilities currently underway and major portions of the supply system are scheduled to be online by June 2026.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

1. Plans, directs and manages all District operations, including Cascade Groundwater Alliance (CGA) supply operations, water distribution, water quality and regulatory compliance, financial management, budgeting, rate setting, planning, project implementation, human resources, operations and maintenance, safety, asset management, intergovernmental relations, conservation and all District functions.

2. Oversees all aspects of human resources management including hiring and firing, disciplinary process, employee evaluations, ensuring compliance with HR policies and the collective bargaining agreement, negotiating as the Board's agent the collective bargaining agreement, payroll, and salary administration.

3. Manages the annual budget process including working with the Board to establish goals, objectives and key performance indicators; developing the budget and leading the process through Board adoption; development of rates, charges and fees for service; updating the Financial Plan annually; developing annual revenue and expenditure plans and reporting on status to the Board monthly; ensuring that all financial transactions conform to the budget, financial plan, and all applicable laws, statutes and regulations.

4. Leads and directs the development and implementation of all District planning activities, including : Financial Plan, Master Plan, Water Conservation and Management Plan, Asset Management Plan, Strategic Plan, Capital Improvement Plan, annual District Work Plan, and provides status reports to the Board periodically regarding plan implementation.

5. Ensures all procurements (professional services, materials and services, capital projects) meet applicable statutes, laws, and regulations.

6. Represents the District with other governments and stakeholders, including the Regional Water Providers Consortium, Water Managers Advisory Board, Neighborhood Associations, professional associations, state legislature.

7. Continuously undertakes organization development activities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the District.

8. Establishes communication protocols to connect with all District customers and stakeholders such as meetings and outreach, website, brochures, mailers, bill stuffers newsletters, customer surveys, public meetings, community-televised Board meetings.

9. Promotes internal communication, information sharing and employee involvement in problem solving and improvement.

10. Ensures the emergency preparedness of the District and fosters and promotes a culture of safety.

11. Monitors and reports District performance on a regular basis.

12. Ensures the District has a productive, multi-faceted conservation program.

13. Undertakes analyses for the Board as appropriate.

14. Communicates regularly and as needed with the Board of Directors. Ensures the Board is informed about District matters and is prepared with helpful packets prior to Board meetings.

15. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with various government entities, state and local organizations, professional associations, public agencies, and partners.