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Director, Utilities

Director, Utilities

Florida Staffing • Fort Myers, FL, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Director of Utilities

Lead the Future of Water in Southwest Florida. Are you a forward-thinking utility leader ready to make a lasting impact? Lee County, one of Florida's fastest-growing regions, is searching for a visionary Director of Utilities to guide one of the state's most dynamic water and wastewater systems into the future. As the Director, you'll lead a team of over 300 talented professionals delivering high-quality water and wastewater services to more than 250,000 customers every day. With an annual operating budget of $98 million and $894 million in capital projects planned through 2030, you'll shape how Lee County grows, building sustainable infrastructure, championing innovation, and ensuring resilient, customer-focused service.

Lee County Utilities (LCU) is a technologically advanced and progressive organization serving a rapidly expanding region along Florida's Gulf Coast. Our system includes :

  • 5 water treatment plants covering 200+ square miles and 1,400+ miles of water lines
  • 5 wastewater treatment plants across 160+ square miles and 900+ miles of mains
  • Delivery of 25+ million gallons of clean water and treatment of 11+ million gallons of wastewater daily

LCU's success is built on innovation, reliability, and a commitment to environmental stewardship, backed by the support and stability of the Lee County Board of County Commissioners, the region's third-largest employer.

Duties and Responsibilities

Your Leadership Mission Reporting to an Assistant County Manager, you'll :

  • Provide strategic vision and operational leadership for a full-service utilities department
  • Inspire and mentor a high-performing, service-driven team
  • Drive innovation and efficiency across all divisions; from field operations to long-term planning
  • Strengthen collaboration with county leadership, commissioners, and community partners
  • Lead major infrastructure and capital improvement projects that will define the region's growth
  • Ensure resilience, compliance, and excellence in all aspects of utility service delivery
  • This is your opportunity to lead from the front; guiding an essential public utility in a region known for its growth, natural beauty, and community pride.

    Education, Experience, Licensing

    Ideal Candidate Profile We're looking for a visionary, collaborative, and results-oriented leader who brings :

  • A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Public Administration, Environmental Science, Business, or a related field
  • 5+ years of progressively responsible experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership role
  • Expertise in budgeting, fiscal management, and regulatory compliance
  • Deep understanding of the water and wastewater industry and local government operations
  • A people-first leadership style that builds trust, engagement, and excellence across teams
  • Why You'll Love Working Here Lee County offers the best of professional challenge and personal reward :

  • A collaborative, forward-thinking government organization that values innovation and integrity
  • Comprehensive benefits, including low-cost medical coverage, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and participation in the Florida Retirement System (FRS)
  • 11 paid holidays, generous leave accruals, and flexible supplemental coverage options
  • The opportunity to live and work in beautiful Southwest Florida, home to award-winning beaches, world-class recreation, a strong economy, and a vibrant, growing community
  • Learn more about the benefits package offered to our employees :

  • Health Benefits :
  • Medical Insurance
  • Plans include routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits
  • Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Medical Reimbursement Account
  • Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
  • Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy
  • Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline)
  • Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee)
  • Optional Life Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee)
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Sick Leave Pool
  • Flu vaccinations
  • Wellness Programs
  • Financial Benefits :
  • Florida Retirement System (FRS)
  • Two Retirement Plan Options : 1) FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit) 2) FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution)
  • Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
  • Financial Savings / Management Programs
  • Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union
  • Employee Leave Benefits
  • Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Paid Vacation Leave
  • Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave
  • Family and Medical Leave
  • Military Family & Medical Leave
  • Educational Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources, and information for personal and work-life issues
  • Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents
  • United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program)
  • Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors
  • Lee County Government Address P.O. Box 398 ATT : Human Resources Fort Myers, Florida, 33902 Phone (239) 533-2245

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