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Career Opportunity: Kearns Improvement District - Director Administrative Services

Do you aspire to make a real difference in the daily lives of your community? Are you seeking to have a stable and rewarding career? The Kearns Improvement District (KID) is seeking YOU, a qualified and dynamic professional, to join us as the Director of Administrative Services. KID is one of the preeminent water and sewer providers in the State of Utah serving the municipalities of the Kearns Metro Township, and portions of West Valley City, West Jordan City, Taylorsville City, and unincorporated Salt Lake County. If you are that person, please visit our website at www.KIDwater4UT.gov and click on the “Job Opportunities” tab for more details and how to apply. It is our PROMISE that our Customers, our Employees, and our Community will know that WE CARE! 

Job Description

• Job Title: Director Administrative Services
• Division: Administrative Services
• Reports to: General Manager
• Pay Range: $92,000 - $120,000 (Based on Experience)
• FLSA Status: Exempt

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or other related field from an accredited university.
• Administrative/Customer/ or Financial services accreditation with 7 to 10 years of work experience in supervisory and leadership management capacity or equivalent.  
• Strong customer service background.
• Strong project management skills and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 

Position Overview: 

The position plays a key role in directing the administrative responsibilities that interact directly with the District’s customers. The position is responsible for directing the District Treasurer duties in coordination and collaboration with the General Manger. The position is responsible to help fulfill the District’s promise to our customers, our employees, and our community that they will know that “We Care”.

Key Responsibilities will include: 

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Attends and participates in the monthly Board of Trustees meeting. 
• Provide and promote exceptional customer service to our customers and employees.   
• Directly supervises employees in meter systems, billing, water quality, and system audits. 
• Provides general supervision to customer service employees in accordance with the District’s policies and procedures. 
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. 
• Assists in budget process; participates in the preparation and administration of the budget. 
• Provides oversight and direction for other administrative functions such as employee benefits, workman’s compensation insurance program, Utah Retirement Systems compliance, and water conservation programs. 
• Directs and controls the billing and cash collection functions of the District. Provides direction and oversight to ensure that bills are sent out in a routine and timely manner and that all cash, check and credit card collections are ccounted for and deposited each day.
• Directs the process for the collection of delinquent accounts and the discontinuation of service of non-paying customers. Directs the addition of new accounts. Responsible for timely acquisition of each customer’s monthly water usage and reporting for proper billing.

Nature of Work Contacts:

• Daily regular face-to-face and over the telephone interactions with District employees and customers.
• Periodic interaction and correspondence with Board of Trustees, related government entities, and others such as service contractors, vendors, and software providers.
• Establishes relations with banks and other financial institutions.

Training and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or another related field from a four-year accredited college or university. Administrative/Customer/or Financial services accreditation; and seven (7) to ten (10) years of work experience in supervisory and leadership management capacity.
• Considerable knowledge of administrative services, customer service, accounting methods, principles and practices; budget development and fiscal management.
• Ability to effectively supervise, motivate and direct the work of others and utilize creative and cooperative problem-solving processes and facilitation skills diplomatically.
• Must be bondable.
• Must possess a valid Utah driver’s license with good driving record.

Community Engagement:

• Engage with the Kearns communities to address concerns, provide information, and gather input on services.
• Attend meetings and activities in the community that show “We Care”.

Benefits:

• 100% KID paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance plans. 
• KID full contribution to the Utah Retirement System. 
• KID contributory participation in 401K retirement savings plan. 
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time. 
• 11 paid holidays plus 1 preference day per year. 
• Four (4) day work week - Mon-Thu 7:00am -5:30pm 

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and professional references to Greg Anderson, General Manager/CEO ganderson@KIDWater4UT.gov. Please include "KID Director of Administrative Services" in the subject line. The application deadline is Thursday, April 11, 2024, at 5:00pm. Kearns Improvement District is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

March Event: Leveraging AI - Ally or Enemy

Join us for this captivating presentation, delving into the dynamic world of artificial intelligence (AI) and exploring its potential to be both an ally and a foe in modern society. Led by acclaimed entrepreneur and AI expert, Brian Acord, this thought-provoking session will unravel the complexities surrounding AI adoption and its impact on various aspects of our lives.

Our special guest speaker is Brian Acord: Educator, Entrepreneur, and AI Strategist.

Presenter Biography: Brian Acord is a seasoned entrepreneur entrenched in the realms of technology and artificial intelligence. Drawing upon his extensive entrepreneurial journey, which has seen him launch over a dozen startups and collaborate with industry giants like Disney, United Airlines, and Tech Data, Brian is committed to demystifying and harnessing transformative technology for strategic advantage.

His roots trace back to his days of programming on an Apple IIe in his youth. After being the youngest Director at Tech Data, he founded the NLP startup Attensity, which powers enterprise AI applications globally.

An avid educator, Brian shares his wealth of knowledge as a lecturer at BYU, the University of Utah, and Salt Lake Community College (SLCC). He also serves on the faculty for the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business program, where he focuses on empowering underserved communities, including refugees and minority business owners. In addition to his professional endeavors, Brian is deeply involved in philanthropy, supporting organizations such as Common Thread and Nomad Alliance, which aim to uplift at-risk teens and the homeless population.

As the founder of Acord.AI, Brian offers workshops and consulting services that empower organizations to navigate the intricate world of artificial intelligence and leverage its innovative potential for growth.

Virtual Event - Meeting link will be sent prior to event.

Date: Thursday, March 21

Time: Noon-1 p.m.

RSVP: by March 20 to Women of Water to receive the virtual link for this event.

Elevator Pitch Networking Lunch

Come join your fellow Women of Water to learn how to answer the questions “What do you do?” or “Tell me about yourself” with confidence, clarity, and conciseness. We’ll meet to have lunch and learn how to create your own 60-second elevator pitch to help you confidently define your purpose at career fairs, conferences and networking events.

Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Noon-1 p.m.

J-U-B Office - Moab Conference Room
392 E Winchester St, Ste 300
Salt Lake City, UT 84107

Please RSVP by Jan. 30 to womenofwater@gmail.com so we can have an accurate head count for lunch orders.