General Manager

Central Basin Munic Water Dist, CA

General Definition
Under general policy guidance from the Board of Directors, plans, organizes, integrates, fiscally
controls, directs, administers, reviews, evaluates, and modifies the activities, operations, and
services of the District; ensures execution of short- and long-term goals and objectives; ensures
District operations and functions effectively serve the needs of the public and customers
throughout the District’s service area, while complying with applicable laws and regulations;
and performs related duties as assigned.

Examples of Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities
• Plan, organize, control, integrate, and evaluate the work of all District functions and
departments to ensure operations and services comply with the policies and objectives
set by the Board of Directors and all applicable laws and regulations.
• Participate in the formulation of the District’s Strategic plan and develop, implement, and
monitor short- and long-term plans, goals and objectives.
• Oversee the District's financial operations and investment policies to ensure that District
funds are expended in conformance with Board-approved budgets and applicable laws,
publicly approved administrative policies, and generally accepted reporting practices.
• Forecast future operating revenues and capital and operating budget allocations to
prepare an annual budget; and manage day-to-day and long-range financial operations
to continually achieve proper debt ratio for the District.
• Direct the preparation of analysis and recommendations regarding water supply and
reliability policy issues, long-range planning, and contingency plans; and advise and
counsel the Board regarding policy issues to meet the present and future needs of the
region.
• Participate in the assessment of regional, industry, and District service area public and
customer needs to ensure objectives and priorities align with meeting those needs.
• Provide leadership and advocacy on regional water issues consistent with the best
interests of the public and stakeholders to achieve action plans and priorities; form
• coalitions to address current and future water demands; and build awareness of regional
water priorities and provide support for the District's CBWD Board representatives.
• Prepare, monitor, revise and audit the budget in accordance with generally accepted
accounting practices; present budget to the Board in accordance with the stated
timeline, and keep Board aware of variances.
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• Direct and oversee the analysis of proposed legislation and regulation; direct and
participate in industry and intergovernmental activities to influence legislative and
regulatory change consistent with the District’s interests and needs;
• Direct and coordinate the preparation of analyses and recommendations about policy
issues and long-range plans to address District service-area needs.
• Prepare and deliver recommendations to the Board; review and revise board agendas
and reports prepared by others.
• Interpret District code, policies, and applicable laws and regulations to ensure
compliance over assigned areas.
• Direct the development and maintenance of comprehensive, effective human resources
programs, administrative policies and systems; develop, maintain, and revise the
District’s organization, including but not limited to organizational structure, job
descriptions, salary ranges, number of employees, performance reviews (including
methodology) and disciplinary policies.
• Maintain all official employment-related documents, such as employment applications,
position descriptions, annual evaluations, commendations, disciplinary actions, and
individual personnel files containing all official employment-related documents.
• Make annual recommendations to the Board during the budget process of overall
employee compensation amount and number of employees.
• Submit rules and regulations for contracting, purchasing, storing, distributing, or disposal
of supplies, materials, and equipment to the Board for approval and adoption on an as-
needed basis.
• Maintain or cause to be maintained individual records for District assets reflecting date
of purchase, original cost, depreciation term, and method of depreciation
• Create an organizational culture conducive to high performance, innovation, integrity,
and exceptional customer service,
• Performs other related duties as needed or assigned.

Qualifications and Specific Competencies

Knowledge of:
• Theory, principles, practices and techniques of organization design and
• development, public administration, public financing, financial management and long-
range planning as they apply to a public water agency,
• Principles and practices of budgeting, purchasing, and maintenance of public records;
Brown Act requirements, applicable ordinances, state laws and other legal requirements
applicable to the functions and operations of a municipal water district.
• Applicable ordinances, state laws and other legal requirements applicable to the
functions and operations of a municipal water district; federal and state water issues;
political processes on federal, state, and local levels impacting water supply and
demands and environmental issues
• Organization, function, role, and authority of a public agency Board of Directors.
• Principles and practices of strategic planning and management
• Principles and practices of effective supervision, organizational development, and
employee-management relations in the government sector
• Customer service techniques to deliver high levels of customer service when dealing
with the public, vendors, contractors, and District staff.
• Organizational development and design.
• Modern office methods, procedures, and equipment; and Microsoft Office software.

Ability to:
• Develop and implement goals and objectives, practices, policies, procedures, and work
standards.
• Create and maintain a work culture that exhibits high levels of performance, innovation,
integrity, and exceptional customer service.
• Provide administrative, management, and professional leadership for the District.
• Understand, interpret, explain, and apply District, state, and federal policies, procedures,
laws, regulations, and court decisions governing operations in assigned areas of
responsibility.
• Analyze, interpret, and make sound recommendations on complex management and
administrative issues.
• Present proposals and recommendations clearly, logically, and persuasively in public
meetings.
• Develop and implement appropriate procedures, systems, and controls for
administrative and operational functions.
• Develop and maintain continuous improvement in all areas of operations; develop and
monitor performance standards for all divisions within the department;
• Effectively represent the branch and the District in meetings and/or negotiations with
governmental agencies, community groups, various business, professional, and
regulatory organizations, and in meetings with individuals.
• Prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive correspondence, reports, studies, and other
written materials.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy,
procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English
grammar and syntax.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of staff, the public,
contractors, and elected officials.
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed,
and modern business equipment to perform a variety of tasks.
Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience to satisfy the knowledge, skills, and abilities
referenced above.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, public or business administration, or related field;
• At least five (5) years of progressively responsible administrative and executive
management experience in the operations and management of a public or private water
and/or wastewater service provider or an equivalent combination of training and
experience; and
• Proven leadership in working collaboratively with state and local governments, strong
fiscal knowledge, public policy background, and an established record of successful
board collaboration.

Licenses and Certificates:
• Maintain a valid California Driver’s license and vehicle insurance.
Working Conditions
Occasionally lift and carry materials up to 30 pounds. Duties may require maintaining a physical
condition necessary for sitting, kneeling, crouching, standing, walking, twisting, reaching, or
bending for prolonged periods of time. Position responsibilities will require local travel to attend
meetings; periodic overnight travel may be required. Duties may be performed outside of
normal working hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Compensation:
$305,000.00 - $350,000.00 Annually

In addition to salary, the District provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; CalPERS retirement; a health reimbursement benefit; life insurance; and an Employee Assistance Program.

Medical insurance: District pays 100% of the premium.
Dental insurance: District pays 100% of the premium.
Vision insurance: District pays 100% of the premium.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): District pays 100% of the premium.
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA).
Car Allowance
Technology Allowance
457 Retirement Program
Life insurance: District pays 100% of the standard premium.
CalPERS retirement.
The estimated annual value of the benefits package is $134,749, in addition to the General Manager’s annual salary. Based on the advertised salary range, the estimated combined annual salary and benefits value is approximately $439,749-$484,749.

All benefit costs are estimates, subject to applicable plan provisions, eligibility requirements, and changes in premiums or employer contribution rates.

How to Apply

Application Deadline
Submit to hrdepartment@centralbasin.org. The deadline is November 12th, 2026 5:00 PM PST.

Job Details

Salary
$305,000
-
$350,000
Job Function
Chief Administrator (City, County, Town Manager)
Position Type
Full Time

Central Basin Munic Water Dist

Address

17785 Center Ct. Drive North
Cerritos, CA 90703
United States

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