Deputy Director of Operations & Maintenance — Sanitation & Facilities Maintenance

Coachella Valley Water District | CVWD

Coachella, California

Deputy Director of Operations & Maintenance — Sanitation & Facilities Maintenance

Annual salary: $187,092 to $246,252

First application review: Friday, December 12, 2025.

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD), a nationally respected leader in water and wastewater management, is seeking an experienced, forward-thinking executive to serve as its next Deputy Director of Operations & Maintenance (Sanitation & Facilities). This is an exceptional opportunity to join a dynamic organization committed to reliability, sustainability, innovation, and public service.

As a key executive leader reporting to the Assistant General Manager, the Deputy Director will oversee several mission-critical divisions, including wastewater treatment, collections, stormwater systems, canal maintenance, facilities maintenance, and fleet operations. This role is responsible for shaping long-term strategic direction, driving operational excellence, and ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient service to the community.

This is an outstanding career opportunity for an accomplished leader with deep knowledge of water or wastewater operations, strong managerial expertise, and the vision to help lead CVWD into the future. If you are energized by complex challenges, inspired by public service, and committed to excellence, CVWD invites you to bring your leadership to one of California’s most respected special districts.

To learn more and to apply, go to: https://cpshr.us/recruitment/2550

For more information contact:

Fatima Nukic

CPS HR Consulting

916-471-3308

To view an online brochure for this position visit: https://online.flipbuilder.com/kper/heub

Coachella Valley Water District website: https://www.cvwd.org

Coachella Valley Water District is an equal opportunity employer.