Assistant General Manager - Administration
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Assistant General Manager - Administration
Salary
$162,213.00 - $231,734.00 Annually
Location
Rochester MN 55906, MN
Job Type
Regular FT
Job Number
20250096
Department
Rochester Public Utilities
Opening Date
12/12/2025
Description
Benefits
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POSITION DESCRIPTION
The City of Rochester welcomes applications for:
Assistant General Manager - Administration
www.rpu.org
RPU, a division of the City of Rochester, MN, is the largest municipal utility in the State of Minnesota.
RPU serves over 5 7 ,000 electric customers and 42,000 water customers in a 60 square mile service area and has revenues nearing $161 million annually.
Vision- "We Will Set the Standard for Service"
Our vision is based on six core values which are Safety, Integrity, Service, Stewardship, Accountability, and Skill.
Nature of Work
The Assistant General Manager - Administration leads the comprehensive planning and fiscal oversight of Rochester Public Utilities' major support divisions including Finance, Business Services, Purchasing, Warehousing, Customer Care and Information Technology. This role will also lead the development and implementation of the RPU Strategy & Analytics as well as leading utility wide initiatives and being responsible for the creation and execution of strategic goals. The Assistant General Manager - Administration reports to the General Manager.
The Assistant General Manager - Administration aides in the development and communication of the strategic direction for RPU that continues on the path of innovation, efficiency and stewardship by advising the General Manager and assisting with strategic planning.
Pay
2026 starting salary is $162,213 to $190,831 depending on qualifications with advancement to $231,734.
To have your application considered in the first round of application review, apply before December 22nd, 2025.
The City of Rochester will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position including F1 OPT STEM.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The work below is representative of the scope of work performed within this job classification. The work is performed with considerable independence.
*Lead and implement the strategic vision and plan for assigned divisions.
Lead the development of a strategic vision that enhances the community; motivates and inspires Department employees; and addresses future service delivery needs.
Develop and recommend policies, procedures, goals, and program objectives vital to the efficient, safe and effective operation of the electric and water utilities and in line with the organizational strategic plan.
Apply organizational and management best practices to the periodic analysis and evaluation of work programs, procedures, policies, and operational needs of Department functions.
Perform, or provide oversight for, comprehensive management analysis of a wide range of municipal policies/practices, engineering studies, rate studies, and organizational procedures.
Create performance metrics to ensure each Division is achieving goals and objectives.
Participate actively on the RPU's Leadership Team and collaborate to set and fulfill the strategic plans and objectives.
Prepare reports and studies which provide a sound foundation for policy decision making.
Oversee the day-to-day operation of the utility. Ensure operations, construction and planning follow or account for all applicable financial, safety, human resource, security, and reliability regulations.
Oversee long term infrastructure financial planning including generation capacity, amount of purchased power, transmission facilities, electric distribution system, well water capacity, water storage facilities and water distribution system.
*Lead RPU operations in a manner that results in high customer service satisfaction levels, leveraging of resources, and continuous improvement.
Establish and maintain equitable, forward-thinking, and customer-focused operating policies, practices, and procedures. Routinely evaluate for effectiveness.
Build and maintain effective continuous improvement processes. Seek out and maintain partnerships to enhance service levels and improve efficiency.
Evaluate strategies, programs and impact for outcomes in compliance with local, city, state and federal directions.
*Serve as an RPU and City representative explaining and discussing views, interests and policies to the RPU Board; City Council; state and national organizations; City task forces, targeted community groups, and other interested parties inside and outside the community.
Build and maintain effective relationships with the customers and the public to promote positive community relations and community knowledge of RPU.
Build and maintain effective relationships with civic, political and legislative bodies to ensure that RPU is appropriately involved in the early stages of analysis and/or planning for major community projects.
Within the community and organization, ensure increased understanding and support for departmental programs, services, and policies.
*Provide sound fiscal management of RPU budgets and finances.
Ensure fiscal responsibility is embraced and expected of all department employees.
Oversee the preparation and management of annual Division operating capital improvement projects budgets to ensure they align with RPU priorities, utilizing utility forecasts and facility studies as the basis for plans and budgets.
Develop multi-year, long-range, operating and capital improvement project financial plans that are supported by sustainable funding sources.
Work collaboratively with the RPU Board, City Administration, Finance, and department employees to prioritize capital expenditures over a multi-year period. Authorize and/or recommend to the RPU Board and City Council major expenditures.
Ensure proper accounting, reporting of expenditures, and budget proposals. Lead the development and implementation of the organization's corporate risk management framework to identify, assess, and mitigate strategic, operational, financial, and compliance risks across all departments.
Maintain strong bond agency ratings.
*Lead, manage, direct and supervise, through direct and delegated supervision, the work of employees in assigned divisions.
Foster a collaborative leadership style that encourages teamwork, promotes staff initiative, and provides professional growth opportunities for all departmental employees.
Develop and implement effective employee coaching and performance management strategies to ensure the achievement of organizational priorities and to create an environment that encourages innovation, teamwork, employee engagement, fiscal responsibility, and high-quality work.
Create expectations and outcomes for employees to work collaboratively with other City department staff, public agencies, customers, and the community.
Oversee the recruitment, hiring, and orientation processes for new employees and ensure strategies are implemented to obtain and maintain a diverse workforce.
Partner with the Human Resources professionals to resolve employment/labor relations issues and participate in collective bargaining agreement negotiations when requested.
Demonstrate courage in providing direct and current feedback to others and addressing difficult people or situations when they occur.
Eliminate negative or unproductive behaviors that are detrimental to the team or other teammates.
Encourage and inspire employees to do their best work while demonstrating positive leadership, positive communication, and a commitment to RPU's vision and mission.
*Special Projects
Provide PRU with leadership and coordination for both complex, large-scale and smaller-scale special projects, often involving coordination with department heads, directors within RPU, and State and Federal Agencies.
Manage projects, programs, or operations assigned and facilitate public review process.
Develop project plans, monitor and evaluate project process and budget. Coordinate with other departments and team members.
Facilitate processes with teams to explore options, develop consensus and implement policy direction.
Manage external consultants and related processes
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
A Bachelor's Degree in business or business administration, management, finance, accounting or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
Ten years of experience providing leadership and direction to employees.
Five years of experience in finance, accounting or budget management.
OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Licenses and/or Certifications
Valid driver's license
Desirable Qualifications
A Master's Degree in business administration or a closely related field
Executive leadership.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CRITERIA
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the physical and environmental demands for this position. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.
In consideration of the overall amount of physical effort required to perform this position, the work is best described as Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Physical demands that may be required continuously (2/3 or more of the time), frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time), and occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time) are noted below:
Continuous demands: Standing, Sitting, Walking, Fine Dexterity
Frequent demands: Lifting, Handling, Reaching, Carrying
Occasional demands: Pushing/Pulling, Kneeling, Crouching, Bending
Sensory requirements necessary in the performance of the essential functions of this position include: (options - sight, hearing and touch).
Environmental conditions NONE (not substantially exposed to environmental conditions)
EMPLOYEE BENEFIT AND RETIREMENT SUMMARY (https://www.rochestermn.gov/home/showdocument?id=36371&t=637988555643816877)
01
The following supplemental information may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided in your application and resume. You must be honest and accurate in answering the supplemental questions and do not @type "see resume". You may also be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview for this position. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is true and accurate. Any information provided may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information will eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. Do you understand and agree with this statement?
Yes
No
02
What is your preferred name?
03
Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status)?
Yes
No
04
Which of the following best describes your level of education?
High school diploma or equivalent G.E.D.
Less than 2 years post-secondary training
Completion of a 2 year program or degree
Completion of a 4 year program or degree
Completion of a Master's degree or higher
None of the above
05
Other than your High School diploma/GED, which of the following best describes the field of study for your degree?
Business Administration
Management
Finance
Accounting
A field of study closely related to the above
My degree is in an area NOT RELATED to any of the above
N/A - I do not have a degree
06
Which of the following best describes your years of full-time equivalent employment experience performing higher level work in finance, accounting, or budget management?
No experience
Less 3 years
More than 3 years, but less than 5 years
More than 5 years, but less than 7 years
More than 7 years, but less than 10 years
More than 10 years, but less than 15 years
15 or more years
07
Which of the following best describes your years of full-time equivalent employment experience providing leadership and direction to employees?
Less than 3 years
More than 3 years, but less than 5 years
More than 5 years, but less than 7 years
More than 7 years, but less than 10 year
More than 10 years, but less than 12 years
More than 12 years, but less than 15 years
More than 15 years
N/A - I have no employment experience supervising directing or overseeing other staff
08
Tell us how your professional, educational and lived experiences would help you be successful in this role.
09
Which of the following best describes the number of staff that you oversee or direct:
1 to 3 staff
4 to 8 staff
9 to 15 staff
More than 15 staff
N/A - I do not direct, oversee or provide direction to any staff
10
Which of the following best describes the total amount of the operating budgets that you have been directly responsible for administrating:
No experience
Less that $500,000
More than $500,000, but less than $1,000,000
More than $1,000,000, but less than $10,000,000
More than $10,000,000, but less than $100,000,000
More than $100,000,000,
11
Which of the following accounting-related certifications/designations do you currently possess? (Select all that apply)
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
Certified Financial Manager (CFM)
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
Certified Financial Planner (CFP)
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
Enrolled Agent (EA)
Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)
Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO)
N/A - I do not possess any accounting-related certifications/designations
12
Do you have a valid driver's license?
Yes
No
13
Does your professional accounting-related employment experience include working with any of the following? (Select all that apply)
Payroll processing and reporting
Inventories
Budgets
Purchase Orders
Sales and Use Tax calculations
Capital Assets
Job Cost Accounting
N/A - None of the above
14
Does your finance experience include work at any of the following organizations?
Municipal Utility
Cooperative Utility
For profit utility
Government entity other than a utility
Any other organization
15
Describe your leadership philosophy and provide examples of how you have used this philosophy in your current role or past employment.
16
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: If selected as a finalist, are you willing to undergo a background investigation which may include, but not limited to: verification of employment and educational records, identification verification, driver's license record and a criminal history?
Yes
No
Required Question
Employer
City of Rochester
Address
201 4th Street SE Rochester, Minnesota, 55904
Phone
(507) 328-2555
Website
https://www.rochestermn.gov/employment
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