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General Manager – Utilities Operations
Job Description
A well-established municipal utility in Southeast Nebraska is seeking a General Manager to lead its electric, water, and wastewater operations. This is a rare opportunity to join a well-run organization with strong community ties, a supportive Board, and a dedicated team. Salary range:
About the Opportunity
Reporting directly to a five-member Board, the General Manager is responsible for leading all aspects of the utility’s operations, financial management, strategic planning, and community engagement. This is a visible and impactful role, ideal for a leader who values transparency, collaboration, and service to the community.
The utility is in excellent financial standing, with major infrastructure upgrades recently completed. The General Manager will focus on ensuring continued reliability and efficiency across all services, guiding the team through future capital projects, and fostering a positive, inclusive workplace culture.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day operations for electric, water, and wastewater services.
- Develop and manage the utility’s budget, including capital improvement plans.
- Oversee contracts and vendor relationships, with an eye on cost-effectiveness and service quality.
- Serve as the public face of the utility, maintaining strong relationships with the Board, city leadership, employees, and residents.
- Support department heads with coaching and mentorship, promoting accountability and professional growth.
Qualifications
- Proven leadership experience in a utility or public works setting.
- Strong communication, budgeting, and contract negotiation skills.
- An approachable, non-micromanaging leadership style.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a Board and represent the utility in public forums.
- A bachelor’s degree in engineering, public administration, business, or a related field is preferred.
Why Consider This Role?
- Be part of a tight-knit community that values its public utility and the people behind it.
- Join a stable organization with low turnover and a seasoned leadership team.
- Enjoy autonomy in decision-making while being supported by a forward-thinking Board.
- Competitive salary and benefits, plus relocation assistance if needed.
Meet Your Recruiter
Kinga Wilson
Founder & Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
After moving to the U.S. from England and beginning her career in the IT industry, Kinga saw a problem that needed to be fixed.
There was a disconnect between job seekers and employers, leading to a frustrating recruiting process and, worse, poor hiring decisions.
In 1998, Kinga founded her own search firm—Leaders IT Recruitment—in Lincoln, Nebraska—to bridge that gap. The firm has grown organically through satisfied clients' referrals and has since evolved into Insight Recruitment, partnering with businesses and job candidates across the country while setting the bar for what a recruitment agency should be.
"We get our clients' attention by giving them the clarity they need to make better hiring decisions," Kinga says. "We've helped candidates secure truly life-changing career opportunities, and we've made a meaningful impact on companies by helping them build stronger teams that drive long-term success."
Kinga understands what exceptional candidates are looking for while never losing sight of what businesses need most. She and her small-but-mighty team remain focused on one thing above all else: delivering on their commitments and providing an outstanding experience for every client and candidate they serve.
"Our tools, strategies, and focus have evolved over the years, but our core values have never changed," Kinga says. "We've always believed in quality over quantity, high-touch service from the very beginning, and building lasting relationships based on trust. I'm fortunate to have a team that shares that same commitment to excellence."
It's that partnership approach that continues to set Insight Recruitment apart.