Maricopa Water District
Surprise, Arizona

General Manager
Salary: up to $250,000 DOQ
The district provides an attractive employee benefit package.
First resume review: July 27, 2026.

Maricopa Water District (MWD) is seeking an accomplished and visionary executive to lead one of Arizona's most unique public agencies. This is an exceptional opportunity to oversee a multifaceted organization that delivers irrigation water, provides agricultural power services, manages critical infrastructure, and operates Pleasant Harbor RV Resort and Marina–one of Arizona's premier recreation destinations.

Reporting directly to the elected Board of Directors, the General Manager serves as the District's chief executive officer, leading approximately 100 employees while driving strategic initiatives, financial sustainability, operational excellence, and long-term growth.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative, forward-thinking executive with significant leadership experience in a water district, irrigation district, public utility, or similarly complex organization. Experience overseeing diverse operations, managing large teams, working with governing boards, and balancing public service with enterprise operations is highly desirable.

To learn more and to apply, please visit: https://cpshr.us/recruitment/2635

For more information contact:

Erich WonSavage
CPS HR Consulting
916-471-3115
ewonsavage@cpshr.us

To view an online brochure for this position visit: https://executivesearch.cpshr.us/flyer?file=MaricopaWDGMFlipbook.pdf
Maricopa Water District website: https://mwdaz.com



The Maricopa Water District is an equal opportunity employer.