Senior Administration
Steve RobbinsGeneral Manager-Chief Engineer
Jim Barrett
Assistant General Manager
Julia Fernandez
Board Secretary
Departments
Service
Director Raul Aguirre
The Service Department includes many of the divisions most closely linked to our customers, including Customer Service, Customer Billing, Meter Readers, Zanjeros and Water Management.
Engineering
Director Mark Johnson
The Engineering Department manages the design and construction of large projects, such as new pipelines and reservoirs. Divisions include Development Services, Inspection and Right-of-Way. It also oversees Water Quality testing.
Operations
Director Dan Farris
The Operations Department is responsible for the operation, maintenance and construction of the domestic water system (including meter and leak repair) and the sewer systems (including overseeing the district’s six wastewater reclamation plants).
Finance
Director Kay Godbey
The Finance Department creates the district’s budget, solicits and reviews bids, processes all payments for water services and pays the district's bills.
Trades & Support
Director Javier Miranda
The Trades & Support Department is responsible for CVWD’s vehicle, building and grounds maintenance, including the Auto Shop, Carpentry and Landscaping. The department also oversees maintenance of the Coachella Canal and regional Stormwater facilities.
Communication & Legislation
Director Heather Engel
The Communication & Legislation Department is responsible for public outreach and education, including school and community presentations, tours and events. The department also tracks relevant legislation and is responsible for the web site.
Human Resources
Director Heidi Keeran
Human Resources handles all recruitment and hiring for the district, as well as managing the employee safety program, health benefits and risk management.
Information Systems
Director Mike Emerson
Information Systems maintains the district computer network and is responsible for all the district’s computer and software-related needs.
