Utility Operations Manager

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Mayor / Water Utility Chairperson

The City of Marinette is located at the confluence of the Menominee River and the Bay of Green Bay. Marinette is a vibrant city offering a blend of natural beauty, rich history, and a strong sense of community. Whether you're exploring our historic downtown, enjoying outdoor activities like fishing and hiking, or engaging with the city's growing business sectors, Marinette is an ideal place to live, work, and grow.

Join us in this dynamic city where the beauty of nature meets the spirit of progress.

The City of Marinette is seeking a qualified and motivated Utility Operations Manager to direct, plan, and coordinate the operations of the City’s Water and Wastewater Utilities under the direction of the Utility Commission and the Mayor.

This is a full-time, exempt leadership position responsible for operational oversight, capital project coordination, regulatory compliance, staff supervision, and public service excellence.

• Oversee daily operations of water and wastewater plants, distribution and collection systems, including maintenance and staffing.
• Supervise department personnel, including hiring, training, and performance management.
• Coordinate capital improvement projects, bids, contracts, and engineering support.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal water and wastewater regulations.
• Support strategic and financial planning and coordinate with other City departments and agencies.
• Regularly evaluates the results of overall City water operations and systematically reports these results to the City Mayor and City Council.

A full job description is available HERE

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry or a related field. Five (5) years of experience in water and sewer systems management. Valid Wisconsin driver’s license with acceptable driving record. Wisconsin DNR Surface Water and Wastewater license preferred.

Must establish residency within thirty (30) miles of the jurisdictional boundary of the City of Marinette in the State of Wisconsin within six months of hire.

Wisconsin Retirement System;
Deferred Compensation Retirement 457(b) Plan;
Vacation/Sick/Personal/Holiday Paid Time Off;
Paid Life Insurance;
Comprehensive Benefit Package Available;
Flexible Spending for Health and Dependent Care:
Health Reimbursement Account;
Employee Assistance Program and more!

This post will remain active, and we will continue to accept applications until the City is able to fill the position. Please complete a City of Marinette application HERE and submit it to Human Resources, 1905 Hall Ave, Marinette, WI 54143 or email joczus.us

The City of Marinette is an Equal Opportunity Employer

City of Marinette

1905 Hall Ave, Marinette, WI 54143