The City of Loveland is seeking a Director of Utilities for this vibrant community of 82,460 tucked against the foothills of the Rocky Mountains 45 minutes north of Denver. The city's friendly, small-town feel and proximity to outdoor recreation and big city amenities make Loveland one of the most sought-after communities for families, retirees, and businesses alike.
THE CITY OF LOVELAND
Incorporated in 1881, the City of Loveland is a full-service city that operates under a Council-Manager form of government with a 2024 budget of $555 million and a team of 904 FTEs. Loveland has a nine-member City Council led by the Mayor, who is elected for a two-year term by the community at large.
LOVELAND WATER & POWER
Loveland Water and Power (LWP) is a municipally owned utility providing Loveland customers with power, water, wastewater, and broadband services. LWP is advised by the Loveland Utilities Commission (LUC), made up of nine community members and two non-voting members, in addition to two City Council liaisons. LWP operates with a 2025 total budget of $259 million (O&M $141.7M, Capital $117.3) and a team of 220 FTEs.
WHY APPLY
This is an incredible opportunity to lead the City of Loveland’s Water and Power Department as its next Director. As part of a highly collaborative Executive Leadership Team, the Department plays an integral role in the broader City organization, and across an engaged community. Success in this position requires of the Director equal parts entrepreneur and public sector executive. The City is proactive and innovative in its approach to growth, and its commitment to excellence in public service and environmental sustainability.
If being part of a team doing transformative work in Northern Colorado, that is professionally challenging and ahead of the curve, where strategic thinking, innovation, collaboration, and immersion are essential, within a friendly work environment and leading a diverse and talented team of engineers, scientists, technicians, operations, accounting, and administrative professionals sounds appealing, then the City of Loveland Director of Utilities may be the opportunity for you.
