Dorchester County is seeking an experienced, solutions-driven leader to join our team as the Deputy Director of Water & Sewer. In this pivotal role, you will support the Water & Sewer Director with key leadership responsibilities—helping guide strategic direction, operational excellence, policy development, and customer-focused service delivery across the County’s essential water and wastewater systems.

This position oversees a diverse portfolio, including:

Engineering & Capital Projects
Finance, Budgeting & Auditing
Customer Service & Administrative Services
Operations & Maintenance Teams

We’re looking for a forward-thinking professional who thrives in a collaborative environment, has strong supervisory and administrative expertise, and is motivated to make an impact on critical community infrastructure.

In this leadership role, you will:

Assist the Director in planning, organizing, and directing all programs related to the construction, maintenance, renovation, and operation of County water and wastewater systems.
Serve as acting Director in their absence.
Help develop and implement departmental policies, procedures, and ordinances to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, and uphold County standards of safety and quality.
Provide supervision, mentoring, evaluation, and support for assigned staff across multiple functional areas.
Oversee daily administrative, financial, and operational activities—including purchasing, budgeting, auditing, billing, and customer service.
Monitor expenditures for enterprise, general, and special appropriation funds.
Assist with preparation of annual budgets, capital requests, grants, and permit applications.
Support rate and fee development to ensure adequate operational funding and capital investment.
Coordinate departmental activities with other County departments, divisions, and outside agencies.
Respond to inquiries, concerns, and customer service escalations with professionalism and care.
Prepare reports, communications, and documentation; attend meetings, conferences, and trainings to stay current on trends and regulations.

Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Accounting, Public Administration, or a related field.
Eight (8) years of related professional experience.
Four (4) years of supervisory experience required.

Special Requirements:

Valid South Carolina Driver’s License.

Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.

If you are a driven, innovative leader ready to advance essential public services, we encourage you to apply today!

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