Assistant Director of Utilities

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Assistant Director of Utilities

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Big-picture thinking meets boots-on-the-ground leadership.

We’re looking for a proven professional to help lead our Utilities Department as our next Assistant Director. This role is ideal for a seasoned leader who thrives in a fast-paced, public service-driven environment and is ready to shape the future of water infrastructure and sustainability for a vibrant, growing city.

Reporting directly to the Utilities Director, the Assistant Director helps oversee daily operations, long-range planning, and project execution for the City’s Engineering, Field Operations, and Utility Support divisions. You’ll manage people, processes, budgets, and capital programs with a laser focus on compliance, efficiency, and service excellence.

- Leading operations across treatment plants, distribution systems, and lift stations

- Guiding capital project planning and execution

- Supporting emergency management and infrastructure resiliency initiatives

- Ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements

- Driving innovation and continuous improvement across all areas of utility services

- Coaching and mentoring managers, supervisors, and technical staff

Who We’re Looking For

- Bachelor's Degree in civil, mechanical or the environmental engineering field, Master's degree is preferred

- Must be registered as a Professional Engineer in the State of Florida

- A strategic leader with experience in municipal utilities, engineering, or operations management

- Expertise in Florida environmental and utility regulations

- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, especially in cross-departmental collaboration

- Someone who leads with integrity, accountability, and a service-first mindset

Why Sunrise?

At the City of Sunrise, you won’t just lead systems — you’ll lead people and shape outcomes that affect over 97,000 residents. We’re driven by our Three Pillars of Customer Service, Transparency, and Collaboration and are looking for leaders who embody those principles at every level.

If you're ready to help lead Sunrise Utilities like it’s the Stanley Cup Finals , bring your A-game to our career pages and and apply today.

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- Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional level experience involving the management of a large-scale public utilities division(s) including responsibility for water and wastewater transmission, collection and treatment systems

Necessary Special Qualifications

- Incumbent must be registered as a Professional Engineer in the State of Florida

- Must possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

- Must obtain a valid Florida driver’s license prior to hire.