Ventura Regional Sanitation District
General Manager
The Ventura Regional Sanitation District (VRSD), based in Oxnard, California, is seeking a new General Manager to take the place of the incumbent, who is retiring after approximately 9 years of service with the VRSD. The District employs 48 FTEs and has an annual budget in excess of $20 million. The capital budget for Fiscal Year 2025 is $4 million. The General Manager is an at-will employee appointed by and receiving broad policy direction from the Board of Directors; and. supervises two major departments: Operations and Finance and Administration.
The ideal candidate for consideration will have demonstrated management experience and be politically skilled at guiding and facilitating the Board’s ongoing vision to address the integrated waste treatment and disposal services to its contracted cities, special districts, and other agencies in Ventura County. The most significant challenge facing the District lies in the long-term solid waste disposal needs of the County’s residents and businesses. The most significant challenge facing the District lies in the long-term solid waste disposal needs of the County’s residents and businesses. Permitted to operate until filled to the approved elevation of the 1996 CUP, the Toland Road Landfill is projected to reach capacity in 2035. A major area of focus for the new General Manager will be leading an effort to explore obtaining waste disposal capacity for Ventura County residents past the day when the Toland Road Landfill is projected to be filled. This effort will involve technical, environmental, and long-term financial analyses in cooperation with regional stakeholders and local governments. Developing strong relationships with regulatory officials and local and State lawmakers will be key to succeeding in this endeavor.
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Any combination of education or experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way would be: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in engineering, business, or public administration; and at least 10 years of relevant professional experience including five years of executive level experience within a governmental agency or within the solid waste disposal or water/wastewater industry. A Master’s or professional degree is preferred.
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The salary range for this position is $236,028 to $287,994. The actual starting salary will be based on the competitive labor market and the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience. Applicants should note that the District is undertaking classification and compensation studies for all District positions that could ultimately affect the salary range for this position. The District offers an attractive and competitive benefits package including retirement benefits offered through the Ventura County Employees Association (Reciprocal with CalPERS).
Interested candidates should apply by submitting a comprehensive résumé and a compelling cover letter via email to apply@ralphandersen.com no later than Monday, April 28, 2025. Confidential inquiries welcomed to Mr. Fred Wilson at (916) 630-4900.
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