Tahoe City Public Utility District (TCPUD) is saying goodbye to our Director of Utilities who after 25 years of service is riding off into retirement in the fall of 2024. As a result of this retirement, TCPUD is announcing an exciting career opportunity for individuals who are experienced in public utility leadership and have a passion for innovation and public service.

About the Director of Utilities Position:

TCPUD’s Director of Utilities position is a complex and multi-faceted role. The Director provides leadership and directs the functions of the Utilities Department. The Director reports to the General Manager and serves as a member of the District’s senior management team.

The Director is responsible for identifying utility priorities and capital projects for both the near and long term while administering the budgets necessary to achieve them. The Director works closely with the Engineering Department in the areas of infrastructure design and maintenance and infrastructure innovation. The Director coordinates and leads the monthly Sewer and Water Committee meetings and actively participates in monthly Board of Directors meetings.

The Director mentors and guides a team of dedicated staff who are committed to building a healthy mountain community. The Director provides direct supervision to two Utilities Superintendents and a Utilities Administrative Technician. In addition to overall supervision and leadership of the Department, the Director manages and oversees the Sewer and Water operating and capital budgets and is tasked with balancing long-term strategic planning with day-to-day operational oversight.

About the TCPUD:

TCPUD, a special district located on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe in Tahoe City, California, serves a 31-square mile area, lying within both Placer and El Dorado Counties, extending from Emerald Bay to Dollar Hill and along the Truckee River to the Nevada County line. TCPUD provides safe and reliable water supply to 5,740 customers, sewer service to 7,725 customers, and manages numerous parks, beaches, facilities, and recreation programs for residents and an extensive visitor population.

In 2023, TCPUD was honored to receive our region's Best Place to Work award. TCPUD's Utilities Department is made up of an amazing team of professionals who are dedicated to providing safe and reliable water service and sewer collection to the residents of our District. TCPUD's Utilities Department has earned an excellent reputation with its customers, neighboring Special Districts, and regulatory agencies.

The Ideal Candidate:

TCPUD is seeking a knowledgeable and dynamic water and wastewater professional with a passion for optimizing utility operations and driving strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate for this position must be a forward-thinking leader who can oversee complex utility projects and propel innovation in infrastructure development.

The ideal candidate for the Director of Utilities is an experienced leader with a strong background in utilities operations and management, civil engineering, and/or capital project planning and implementation.

The Director of Utilities is also a strong supervisor who possesses the emotional intelligence needed to manage a diverse and high-performing team. The Director encourages excellence through empowerment and clear goal-setting and is committed to being a role model for the organization.

About Tahoe City Public Utility District

The Tahoe City Public Utility District was founded in 1938 to provide some of the governmental needs of the residents of Tahoe City. It is the oldest local government in the Tahoe Basin and was formed initially to provide public water service to the local community. Established under the State of California's Public Utility District Act, the founders of the District chose a form of government that could provide multiple types of services. Sewer collection, parks facilities, and recreation services are provided for the entire area of the District. Water service is provided in seven separate systems and serves approximately half of the homes and businesses in the District. The boundaries of the District lie within both Placer and El Dorado Counties, extending from Emerald Bay to Dollar Hill, and along the Truckee River to the Nevada County line. The service area is very large, encompassing over 31 square miles. TCPUD Mission: To serve the people in our community, as well as the environment. It is our responsibility to provide safe and reliable water service, sewer service for the protection of public health, and parks and recreation services to enhance quality of life. ... TCPUD Vision: Building a healthy mountain community through our passion for public service. TCPUD's workplace culture is rooted in our Core Values of Service, Professionalism, Teamwork, Initiative, and Communication.

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