Location
Lancaster, PA | United States
Job description
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR WITH LASA
LANCASTER, PA
THE LANCASTER AREA SEWER AUTHORITY has announced the upcoming retirement of its long-standing Executive Director. With a Sewer Authority that will be turning 60 next year and is currently servicing over 41,000 customers, we are looking for a talented and dynamic Executive Director to help us achieve continued success with strategic vision, environmental focus, and exceptional planning and forecasting. LASA is one of PA’s top 10 largest Sewer Authorities covering 620 miles of pipeline with 45 pumping stations, and 2 treatment facilities. We serve nine municipalities located within Lancaster County. The area is known for its rich history, small-town feel, and farmland steeped in tradition.
Our current plans for the next 1 to 5 years have us adding $100M plus in infrastructure overhauls, and significant upgrades to our 2 treatment facilities as well as to our collection systems, pumping stations, and our lines. These plans and funding are already in place just waiting for your assistance and follow-up to see them through to fruition.
If you are looking for an exciting role as an Executive Director with a Sewer Authority that has an outstanding reputation, and you have a background in Waste Management Operations, Environmental Treatment Management, or Municipal Water Management we would love to talk to you.
THE POSITION The Executive Director leads the Authority in defining and executing the strategies necessary to meet the objectives of the Board. Will be responsible for assigning and managing resources to develop and execute the policies and procedures as necessary to effectively manage day-to-day system operations in service to the municipalities, the Authority services, and according to the regulatory and environmental goals of local, state, and federal agencies.
Key responsibilities include :
- Interface and communicate with the Board
- Establish, communicate, and facilitate the execution of Board goals and objectives
- Lead and manage other leaders toward building a healthy and sustainable organization
- Communicate and engage with external government agencies and municipalities to understand, influence, and support their goals
- Plan and project long-range goals with direct oversight for the sustainability of Authority assets and resources
Competencies include: Leading Others – Drives individual and team performance by setting expectations, delegating responsibility, and allocating adequate resources. Promotes a culture where positive and productive collaboration is emphasized and expected.
Strategic Communication – Communicates inside and outside the organization through multiple channels in ways that are coherent, consistent, and drive the strategic objectives of the Authority
Planning and Prioritization – Forward thinking approach to forecasting and planning the needs of the Authority. Prioritizes operational focus and guides the development of action plans
Relationship Management – Builds and maintains meaningful and positive connections with others, inside and outside of the organization
Continuous Improvement – Effectively seeks opportunities to improve current processes, systems, and methods to promote reliability, quality, and efficiency of services
Negotiating Conflict – Addresses conflict quickly and effectively, facilitates mutually agreeable solutions
knowledge and skills: - Wastewater treatment and collection systems knowledge
- State and federal wastewater permitting knowledge
- Capital project management – Managing a project portfolio
- Proficiency in technology used in wastewater utility management
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE - A combination of Education and Experience that provides knowledge in the fields of Environmental Science, Wastewater Management, Municipal Management, and or Business Administration for an Authority or in conjunction with an Authority.
- Exposure to engineering or mechanical trades is a plus.
- 7 plus years of progressive experience in the management of Wastewater, Sewage, Water, or Environmental Authority operations.
- Leadership experience in an organization or a department as a Director, Assistant Director, Senior Manager, Finance Director, or other like roles with the responsibility for strategic leadership and external influence.
- 5 plus years of Financial oversight.
- 5 plus years navigating and interacting with Local, State, and Governmental Guidelines and Regulations on Wastewater Treatment Operations and Reporting.
COMPENSATION - Base Salary Range: $120,000 to $160,000 (Salary will be commensurate with years of experience)
Benefits Highlights:
- 457b Retirement Plan
- 6% Company contribution after 1 year
- Up to 3.25% company match on voluntary contributions
- Medical - $250/$500/$750 deductible PPO
- Employee - $5 biweekly contribution
- Spouse/Children - $20 bi-weekly contribution
- Dental, Vision – paid by LASA
- Short/Long Term Disability – paid by LASA
- Life Insurance- paid by LASA
- Time Off Benefits: Negotiable, commensurate with Experience
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