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Protect the Community. Shape the Future.\nThe Albuquerque Metropolitan Arroyo Flood Control Authority (AMAFCA) is seeking an accomplished executive and licensed professional engineer to serve as its next Executive Engineer, the organization's top executive role.\nThis is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary leader to guide one of New Mexico's most respected public agencies responsible for protecting lives, property, and critical infrastructure throughout the Albuquerque metropolitan area.\nReporting directly to the Board of Directors, the Executive Engineer provides strategic leadership for all agency operations while overseeing the planning, development, maintenance, and long-term stewardship of one of the region's most critical flood control systems. The position combines executive leadership with engineering expertise to ensure sound public policy, fiscal responsibility, infrastructure resilience, and exceptional public service.\nAbout AMAFCA\nAMAFCA plans, designs, constructs, operates, and maintains an extensive regional flood control system that protects residents, businesses, transportation corridors, and public infrastructure throughout the Albuquerque metropolitan area.\nThe organization partners with federal, state, and local governments to deliver major capital improvement projects, maintain critical infrastructure, and provide leadership during storm events and emergency response.\nThe Opportunity\nThe Board of Directors is seeking an executive leader who can successfully balance strategic vision with practical execution.\nThe successful candidate will:\nProvide visionary leadership for the Authority and implement the Board's strategic direction.\nLead executive staff responsible for Engineering, Planning, Operations & Maintenance, Administration, and Finance.\nDirect long-range capital improvement planning and oversee delivery of significant infrastructure investments.\nBuild strong partnerships with elected officials, government agencies, community stakeholders, and regional partners.\nGuide the organization through evolving infrastructure, environmental, funding, and regulatory challenges.\nFoster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.\nServe as the public face of the Authority while maintaining the highest standards of integrity and public stewardship.\nThe Ideal Candidate\nThe Board seeks a collaborative and forward-thinking executive who combines strong engineering credentials with demonstrated organizational leadership.\nThe ideal candidate will possess:\nOutstanding executive leadership and management skills.\nExtensive experience leading multidisciplinary organizations and professional staff.\nExceptional communication and relationship-building abilities.\nExperience working effectively with governing boards, elected officials, and public stakeholders.\nDemonstrated success managing large public infrastructure programs and complex organizational budgets.\nThe ability to communicate technical issues in a manner that informs sound public policy and strategic decision-making.\nSolid knowledge of civil engineering, with a preferred understanding of flood control, hydrology, and water resources.\nMinimum Qualifications\nBachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.\nLicensed Professional Engineer (PE) in New Mexico, or the ability to obtain licensure within six (6) months of hire.\nTwelve (12) years of progressively responsible experience in engineering, infrastructure management, public works, flood control, or related public-sector leadership.\nFive (5) years of senior executive or organizational leadership experience directing multiple functional areas and supervising professional staff.\nPreferred Qualifications\nMaster's degree in Engineering, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.\nExperience reporting directly to a governing board or elected officials.\nSignificant experience with flood control systems, stormwater management, water resources, or municipal infrastructure in arid or semi-arid environments.\nWhy Join AMAFCA?\nThis position offers a unique opportunity to:\nLead an organization with a direct impact on public safety and regional resilience.\nShape long-term infrastructure investments that protect communities for generations.\nWork closely with elected officials and regional partners on projects of lasting significance.\nLead a highly respected public agency with a strong commitment to engineering excellence, fiscal stewardship, and public service.\nBuild and develop much of your own team.\nApply\nQualified candidates are encouraged to submit:\nCover letter\nRésumé\nProfessional references\nResumes will be reviewed as they are 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