Moline, IL – Assistant Director of Utilities

About the Position

Are you an innovative utility professional with strong leadership, operational, and strategic planning experience who can help guide a complex municipal utility system into the future? If so, apply to be the City of Moline’s next Assistant Director of Utilities! We’re looking for an exceptional, collaborative leader who is:

• Experienced in water, wastewater, and stormwater operations
• Skilled at improving operational efficiencies and infrastructure management
• An effective communicator, mentor, and culture builder

The City of Moline is a welcoming and hardworking community of more than 42,000 residents located along the Mississippi River in the heart of the Quad Cities region. Known for its strong quality of life, economic vitality, diverse population, and excellent educational opportunities, Moline offers an appealing blend of small-town character and metropolitan amenities.

The Utilities Department manages and operates the City’s water, wastewater, and stormwater systems while ensuring reliable service delivery, environmental compliance, and infrastructure sustainability. The department oversees critical utility assets that support the health, safety, and quality of life of Moline residents and businesses. Reporting to the Director of Utilities, the new Assistant Director will:

• Support all utility operations, including water, wastewater, stormwater, and metering systems
• Assist with strategic planning, budgeting, and capital improvement initiatives
• Provide leadership, coaching, and professional development for departmental staff
• Manage infrastructure improvement projects and regulatory compliance efforts
• Serve as a liaison among City departments, regulatory agencies, contractors, and stakeholders

Required qualifications for this position include:

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, engineering technology, public administration, or a

related field from an accredited college or university

• Six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in water and/or wastewater utility operations
• Minimum three (3) years of supervisory or management experience
• Valid Illinois Driver’s License or equivalent
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered

Preferred qualifications include:

• Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) certifications
• Experience in treatment plant operations, maintenance, and infrastructure management
• Experience working in a union environment
• Familiarity with APWA accreditation processes
• Municipal utility leadership experience involving water, wastewater, and stormwater systems

The salary range for this position is $106,873.52 – $154,966.45 depending on experience and qualifications.

For more information on this position, contact:

Marsha Reed, Senior Vice President, Executive Recruitment

[email protected] | (806) 789-9641