Director - Utilities

Overview

At Orange County Government in Orlando, Florida, we serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that serve Central Florida and shape our communities. Orange County Utilities is one of the largest utility providers in Florida, recognized nationally for outstanding operations, efficiencies, innovations, education programs, and customer focus.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly qualified professional to fill the position of Director – Utilities . This appointed Executive‑level position is at the pleasure of the County Mayor and reports to the Deputy County Administrator. The Director oversees seven divisions and more than 1,000 employees, protecting public health and safety while ensuring compliance with water, reclaimed water, and solid waste regulatory requirements.

General Functions

Manage, plan, and direct the department to ensure that water, wastewater, and refuse disposal services protect public health and the environment, comply with regulatory requirements, and respond to citizen needs. Work independently under the direction of the Deputy County Administrator and is reviewed through customer feedback, observations, and results.

Representative Duties / Assignments

• Develop department policies and procedures for infrastructure, including water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump and transfer stations, pipelines, and landfills.
• Develop overall plans and specific approaches to provide current services and satisfy future demands.
• Advise the County Administrator and County Commission through meetings, reports, memorandums, presentations, and public hearings. Prepare ordinances and resolutions for Commission action.
• Resolve problems for the County Administrator, County Commission, and division managers through investigations, discussions, and evaluations.
• Review department operations through meetings with division managers, Deputy Director, and key staff members, and direct necessary changes.
• Review CIP with senior management, staff engineers, and consultants by attending meetings and commenting on reports.
• Meet with developers to discuss service issues.
• Develop and monitor final budget in conjunction with division managers, including review of encumbrance reports and monthly financial statements.
• Manage personnel matters, including hiring, discipline, training and development, performance appraisals, and related activities.
• Participate in various County committees such as Professional Services Review Committee and Union Negotiation Management Team.
• Perform other duties of a comparable level as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree in Public or Business Administration, Civil, Sanitary or Environmental Engineering, or a related field, plus ten (10) years of administrative experience in the water, wastewater, and/or resource recovery field, including five years of supervisory experience.

Preferences

Registration as a Professional Engineer issued by the Florida Board of Engineering Examiners is preferred.

Salary Information

$156,852 – $227,427 annually (based on County policy).

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays annually.
• 18 days paid time off per year.
• Longevity bonus based on years of service.
• 6 paid sick days annually.
• Low‑cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
• Free basic life, long‑term disability, and employee assistance for all family members effective day one.
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
• Employee assistance program with licensed counselors and online legal, financial, and personal life balance tools.
• Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
• Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Earn service time to forgive student loans.

Veterans Preference

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you must provide required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Submit a cover letter and supporting documents, including job ID, position title, full name, and last four digits of your SSN, via the secure Box.com folder. Current employees returning from active military service may be eligible for promotion preference under Veterans' Preference rules.

Application Deadline

Open Date: 03/12/2026
Close Date: 04/11/2026
This posting may close without prior notice.

Contact

Orange County Utilities
9150 Curry Ford Road
Orlando, FL 32825

Other Information

Selected candidates will provide employment references and complete a pre‑employment drug, physical, and background check.

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