Deputy Water Resources Director

DEPUTY WATER RESOURCES DIRECTOR THE TEAM YOU WILL BE JOINING

• A thriving municipality located just 25 miles north of Charlotte, recognized for its rapid population growth and proactive investment in infrastructure.

• A well-established Water Resources Department responsible for the operation and long-term planning of Mooresville’s water, wastewater, and stormwater systems.

• An organization driven by transparency, public engagement, and forward-thinking capital improvements to support future demand.

• A collaborative leadership team focused on safe drinking water, environmental compliance, and resilient public utility operations.

• A community-centered employer offering stability, local impact, and the opportunity to shape regional water infrastructure for decades to come.

WHAT THEY OFFER YOU

• A strategic leadership role with broad oversight of critical utility systems serving a fast-growing population.

• Opportunity to influence long-range planning, capital investments, and compliance with evolving federal and state regulations.

• The ability to lead, develop, and mentor operational teams across water, wastewater, and stormwater divisions.

• Cross-functional exposure working with engineering, public works, finance, and elected officials to drive infrastructure modernization.

• Competitive compensation, public sector benefits, and a direct connection to improving local quality of life.

• Supports the Water Resources Director in directing all operations, maintenance, and capital planning across utility functions.

• Oversees compliance with the Safe Drinking Water Act, Clean Water Act, and OSHA regulations while ensuring system reliability.

• Provides technical guidance for engineering reviews, RFPs, and construction oversight of water and wastewater projects.

• Plays a key role in long-term utility capacity planning and modernization of internal systems and safety protocols.

• Serves as a visible leader during community engagement, emergency response, and interdepartmental coordination.

• Strong knowledge of North Carolina water resource statutes, municipal operations, and public infrastructure planning.

• Experience managing water/wastewater/stormwater systems, including team leadership and regulatory compliance.

• Proven ability to develop and execute capital improvement plans and manage engineering and construction projects.

• Skilled in contract administration, technical documentation, and vendor/consultant oversight.

• Exceptional communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and build trusted relationships across all levels.