General Manager

Central Basin Municipal Water District (District), established in 1952, is a water wholesaler that provides imported water to 40 retail water providers and one water wholesaler including: cities, mutual water companies, investor-owned utilities and private companies in southeast Los Angeles County. The District purchases imported water from the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (MWD). With a vision to secure water supplies in southeast Los Angeles, Central Basin also provides the region with recycled water for municipal, commercial and industrial use. The District serves 1.6 million people from 24 cities and unincorporated areas in southeast Los Angeles and uses a mixed-governance model for the seven-member Board of Directors. Central Basin is guided by its strategic plan, which acts as a blueprint for the District’s goals and objectives.

With guidance from the Board of Directors, the General Manager provides strategic leadership and direction for all aspects of District operations. This role involves planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating services to ensure they effectively meet the needs of the public and customers throughout the service area. With a strong emphasis on fiscal responsibility, regulatory compliance, and long-term vision, the General Manager ensures that organizational goals are achieved efficiently and remain in alignment with the District’s mission. The Board of Directors is seeking a resilient, dedicated, and adaptable candidate to serve as the next General Manager. The ideal candidate will be an honest and ethical leader with high emotional intelligence. The next General Manager must also be mission and vision driven, with experience in culture and workforce resilience along with strategic planning implementation.

The annual salary range for the General Manager position is $267,968 to $344,531. Placement within this range is dependent on experience and qualifications. The District also offers an excellent benefits package. If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please visit our website at www.bobmurrayassoc.com to apply online. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call Ms. Valerie Phillips at (916) 784-9080.

Filing Deadline: August 24, 2025