Deputy Director of Utilities

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS, CHARACTERISTICS, AND TRAIT CRITERIA
 

Qualifications
Education and Experience: 
•    A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in a related science or engineering discipline, or a closely related field; Master’s degree preferred. 
•    Seven (7) years of progressively responsible utilities related engineering experience, preferably in a water and/or wastewater operation, including three (3) years of administrative and supervisory experience. 
•    A combination of formal education and directly related work experience may be considered. 

Licenses and Certifications: 
•    Registration as a Professional Operator (PO), Water Distribution or Wastewater Treatment Grade IV, or Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Nevada within a discipline applicable to the water and/or wastewater utility industry or ability to obtain State of Nevada registration within one year of hire/reclassification. 
•    Must possess or obtain a valid Nevada state driver's license and maintain satisfactory motor vehicle record.

Characteristics and Traits
The ideal candidate will meet the minimum qualifications for the position and will have a passion for providing efficient, effective, innovative and superior customer service to our citizens. The candidate will possess strong business acumen, demonstrated leadership, vision and strategic planning/execution ability, and will have a mentoring, collaborative and communicative approach to the team. Candidates must:

•    Be current on the issues facing the utility service delivery. 

•    Have a record of fostering teamwork in the workplace, with an approachable management style that encourages creativity and innovation. 

•    Have diplomacy and strong presentation experience, with the ability to effectively communicate with boards and council; and understand the nuances of board and council relations, such as what issues to communicate and how to do so in an informative manner, providing well-developed recommendations when appropriate.

•    Have experience with explaining complex industry issues to lay persons.

•    Be a critical thinker with strong decision-making skills with the ability to astutely analyze. situations, data and other technical information to provide recommendations to council and staff.

•    Have a passion for strategic planning as well as succession planning, with the ability to see the department’s future challenges and plan accordingly; candidates must also know when to raise emerging issues.

•    Possess extremely well-developed active listening and communication skills with the ability to give engaging public presentations as well as ensure that internal communications are effective and keep team members apprised of organizational initiatives.

•    Exhibit integrity, respect for others, and a commitment to fostering a transparent, open, inclusive, and equitable work environment and organization, with a collaborative approach and a genuine desire to connect with stakeholders.

•    Possess the ability to provide strong and effective leadership and guidance on emerging issues and challenges.

•    Have an appreciation for information technology and the role it plays in the delivery of utility services, and be committed to utilizing technology to operate as efficiently and effectively as possible.

SALARY AND BENEFITS
 

Salary
The salary range for the position is $107,383 to $175,809. The selected candidate may start at the beginning of the range, or within the range, depending on qualifications.
 

Work Week
Employees enjoy a four day work week, 9 hour work day, and 36 hour work week, Monday through Thursday. 
Insurance
•    Medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance bundle with choice of HMO or PPO buy-up plan options. A medical opt-out stipend of $450 monthly is available with proof of other insurance. 
•    Employer-paid Basic Term Life Insurance with double-indemnity for AD&D
•    Employee Assistance Program
 

Time Off Banks
Annual Leave (Vacation/PTO)
•    36 hours/1 week available upon hire
•    3 weeks per year - Years 1-5
•    4 weeks per year - Years 6-11
•    5 weeks per year - Years 11-15 
•    5 ½ weeks per year - Years 16+

Holiday
•    13 paid holidays per year
 

Floating Holiday
•    9 hours on the employee’s birthday
 

Emergency Leave
•    27 hours first year, 9 hours annually with max 135 hours 
 

Sick Leave
•    3 weeks per year
 

 Annual Retention Bank (Use / Sell Back in a Calendar Year)
•    1st year of service = 25 hours
•    2nd year of service = 50 hours
 

Retirement
•    Pension Plan - Employer-paid contributions into the Public Employees’ Retirement System of NVPERS
•    Contribution Rate is 29.75% - Fully vested after 5 years with NVPERS
•    No Social Security tax on wages
 

Voluntary Benefits
•    457(b) / 401(a) Deferred Compensation Plan (Pre-tax)
        o    Employer Match Deferred Compensation Plan up to 3% of the employee’s base salary, will be matched 100% and will be immediately vested.
•    Roth 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan Account (Post-tax)
        o    You pay taxes on the portion of your salary that goes into the Roth 457(b).  Withdrawals of contributions and earnings can be tax free during retirement if certain conditions are met
•    Supplemental Term Life and Whole Life Insurance
•    Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
•    Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity
•    Short Term and Long Term Disability
•    Legal and Identity-Theft/Credit Protection
 

Employee Wellness
•    Annual wellness stipend reimbursement up to $2,000 within qualifying categories
•    On-site gym access for all City employees
•    Discount partner sites exclusively for CNLV Employees
•    Infant at work program
 

Friendly City Culture
•    Prioritizes healthy work-life-family balance
•    Fun employee activities (Family Carnival, Golden Knights/Raiders Days, Employee Appreciation Day, etc.)
•    Volunteer and service programs 
•    Training and growth opportunities
 

TO APPLY
Application deadline extended! Please submit your resume by Monday, January 2, 2023 to Recruitment@cityofnorthlasvegas.com. Questions regarding the recruitment may be directed to Maria Kennison, Assistant Director of Human Resources at KennisonM@cityofnorthlasvegas.com or to Kalie Ricci, Talent Acquisition Partner at Riccika@cityofnorthlasvegas.com. 

SELECTION PROCESS
The selection process will begin with a screening of the resume. The best qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.  

Appointment may be subject to the successful and timely completion of a post offer pre-employment background investigation and medical/physical examination, including a drug/alcohol test. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.

    Important Selection Process Dates
    Position closes – Monday, January 2, 2023
    Phone/Virtual Screen – Tuesday, January 17 (Most Qualified Candidates Only)
    Oral Board with Presentation – Week of February 6 (Top Candidates from Phone Screen Only)
    Selection Interview – Week of February 20 (Top Candidate from Oral Board)
    Meet & Greet City Manager – Week of February 20 (Top Candidate from Selection Interview)