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!