General Manager/CEO Owatonna Public Utilities

Date postedApril 29, 2026
Posted By: Marge Madson Classifieds,
General Manager/CEO

Position Description:  

Owatonna Public Utilities (OPU) provides electricity, water and natural gas to the Owatonna, Minnesota community and is seeking an experienced, visionary leader to serve as our next General Manager/CEO. At OPU, our culture isn’t just aspirational -it’s operational. Our vision, Mission, and Core Values were built from the ground up through department listening sessions with every employee contributing to the process. The General Manager/CEO reports to an appointed board of commissioners and is responsible for executing all board policies and directives. Under broad policy guidance from the Owatonna Public Utilities Commission, the General Manager is responsible for the management and day-to-day operations of the utilities and OPU’s strategic plan. Establishes current and long-range objectives, plans, and policies for the utilities. Plans and directs the operations of the utilities to maintain a competitive position in the delivery of safe and reliable electric, water and natural gas commodities to its customers.

Qualifications & Education:

Education:  A bachelor's degree in public administration, business, engineering, finance, or an equivalent field is required; a Master of Business Administration is preferred.
Experience: Five (5) to ten (10) years in senior level management experience including operations, organizational management, strategic planning, and financial management in a municipal public utilities with more than one commodity is preferred.

Application Process:

Interested candidates may apply by submitting a cover letter and resume no later than June 1, 2026, to OPU Human Resources Department at marge.madson@owatonnautilities.com 
An Opportunity Profile for this position is available upon request.

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