Westlands Water District

Westlands Water District's mission is to provide a timely, reliable, and affordable water supply to its landowners and water users.  To this end, Westlands is committed to preserving its federal contract which includes water and drainage services and acquiring additional water necessary to meet the needs of its landowners.

Full time
 
Westlands Water District Fresno, CA
Westlands Water District is seeking an accomplished and politically astute executive to serve as the Deputy General Manager – Government & Public Affairs. Reporting to the General Manager, this position will provide strategic leadership for the District’s government affairs, legislative advocacy, public affairs, communications, stakeholder engagement, and external relations program. The successful candidate will serve as a principal advisor to executive leadership and represent the District before policymakers, regulatory agencies, industry organizations, stakeholders, and the media. The position may be headquartered in either the District's Fresno or Sacramento Office. Due to the nature of government relations, stakeholder engagement, legislative advocacy, Board-related activities, and public meetings, the position requires frequent travel throughout the District service area, Central Valley, and California, as well as occasional out-of-state travel. Attendance at evening...