ABOUT THE POSITION
In this critical municipal leadership role, the Energy Resources Director is responsible for the overall management, planning, and direction of the city’s natural gas and electric distribution systems. Reporting directly to the Assistant City Manager, the Energy Resources Director ensures the safe, reliable, and efficient delivery of utility services in alignment with the city’s strategic goals, operational priorities, and regulatory requirements.
The next Energy Resources Director will lead utility operations, including system maintenance, load curtailment, infrastructure development, capital project oversight, and compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and industry standards. This position requires regular collection and analysis of operational data to make informed decisions and recommendations, optimize performance, and support long-range planning efforts.
This role includes preparing and delivering detailed reports and presentations to the Assistant City Manager, City Manager, City Council, regulatory agencies, and community stakeholders. The next Energy Resources Director will also represent the city in interactions with external organizations, utility partners, and regulatory entities at the local, state, and federal levels.
The position involves managing complex and often politically sensitive projects that cross departmental lines and require coordination across various city functions. The Energy Resources Director provides leadership to utility staff, promoting a culture of safety, innovation, accountability, and customer service, while ensuring the city’s utility operations support long-term sustainability, resilience, and public trust.
QUALIFICATIONS
A bachelor’s degree in environmental science, public administration, civil engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field, plus five years of experience managing public utilities, including electric distribution and 3-5 years of supervisory experience in a leadership role or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is primarily performed in an office setting within a local government environment. The role involves frequent interaction with city leadership and staff, with occasional attendance at meetings or events outside regular business hours.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
The salary range for this position is $136,339.91 - $218,143.85, annually. Starting salary will depend on experience and qualifications. The city provides an excellent benefits package. To learn more, visit https://www.rockymountnc.gov/376/Employee-Benefits.
TO APPLY
Applicants must complete an online application and upload a resume and cover letter to be considered. To apply, visit
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/rockymountnc/jobs/4974119/director-ii-energy-resources?pagetype=jobOpportunities
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ABOUT THE COMMUNITY
Established at the falls of the Tar River, Rocky Mount is a leading cultural, economic and education center of Eastern North Carolina. With lovely parks and greenways, this city of over 50,000 lies in two counties, Nash and Edgecombe, and is home to North Carolina Wesleyan College as well as Nash and Edgecombe Community colleges. The 165,000 square-foot Rocky Mount Event Center is the region’s premier sports and entertainment venue and the Imperial Centre for the Arts and Sciences, which is housed in a lovingly renovated tobacco warehouse, serves as the community’s cultural gem. The city is served by three major highways: Interstate 95 to its west; U.S. 87 is its main east-west corridor and U.S. 301 (Wesleyan Boulevard) is the main north-south corridor. The city has easy access to Raleigh (55 miles) and the Research Triangle. It is also a two-hour drive from Wilmington and the beautiful North Carolina coast. Easy access to major highways and Raleigh-Durham International Airport make Rocky Mount a great place to live and do business. With its temperate climate and proximity to both the North Carolina mountains and Atlantic Ocean beaches, Rocky Mount provides residents with the best of both worlds. Additional information about the city is available at rockymountnc.gov.
ABOUT THE CITY GOVERNMENT
The city of Rocky Mount operates under a council/manager form of government with a city manager, two assistant city managers and 18 departments employing about 1,000 employees. The city manager reports to the Mayor and a seven-member City Council. Holding an Aa2 bond rating and multiple GFOA budget awards, the city has an annual budget of about $279 million, which includes a General Fund, an Electric Fund and a Gas Fund. In addition to traditional municipal departments, Rocky Mount is a member of ElectricCities, has a fixed route transit system, museum and theater. The city also boasts the Rocky Mount Event Center, which has received a ConventionSouth Reader’s Choice award.