Sewer Utility Manager at Kitsap County

Location: Poulsbo, Washington
Posted: Jun 5, 2026

Description

Kitsap County is looking for an experienced Sewer Utility Manager to lead the operation, maintenance, and sustainable development of their Sewer Utility Division. The manager will oversee system operations, infrastructure planning, asset management, and regulatory compliance, requiring strong leadership for strategic planning, operational oversight, and team leadership. Key responsibilities include managing a $25 million annual budget, directing capital facilities plans, coordinating project designs, initiating grant applications, overseeing NPDES permitting, and serving as the county's primary regulator contact.

Required Skills

Leadership
Supervision
Budget Management
Infrastructure Planning
Asset Management
Regulatory Compliance

Additional Information

Required Previous Experiences: Eight years of progressively responsible experience managing large-scale projects or working in public works, preferably in utility management.
At least three years of supervisory or managerial experience.
Ten years of progressively responsible experience managing large-scale projects or working in public works, preferably in utility management.
Twelve years of progressively responsible experience managing large-scale projects or working in public works, preferably in utility management.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience managing or supervising a public utility, preferably in sewer, water distribution or stormwater.
Knowledge of wastewater treatment plant operations and sewer collection systems.
Demonstrated experience developing budgets for utility operations.
A history of successfully managing and leading staff at multiple levels, combined with the ability to foster a positive, people-centered, and collaborative workplace culture.