Ryan Shaw
Western Municipal Water District
Temecula,CA
10
years of professional experience
Experienced water resources director leading supply, demand, and capital planning programs. Strengths include strategic planning, budget management, stakeholder communication, and decision-making, with a record of improving operations and guiding cross-functional teams.
Work History
Director of Water Resources
10 Years 3 Months- Responsible for leading and developing water supply and demand programs. 2. Led cross-functional teams through capital improvement planning, prioritizing infrastructure needs and resource allocation. 3. Coordinated budget development and monitored expenditures to support long-range financial planning. 4. Oversaw policy implementation, ensuring consistent application of district procedures and operational requirements. 5. Advised leadership on water supply, conservation, and system performance decisions. 6. Managed stakeholder communication to resolve service concerns and maintain community trust. 7. Streamlined departmental processes to enhance coordination between operations, maintenance, and administrative functions. 8. Mentored staff, strengthening accountability, leadership readiness, and operational effectiveness.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
- Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
- Optimized staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs.
- Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with partner agencies for reduced costs and improved service quality.
- Secured key partnerships that contributed to the company''s overall growth strategy and market reach.
- Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities.
Education
Master of Engineering - Environmental Engineering
Skills
Strategic planning
Decision-making
Written communication
Data-driven decision making
Budget management
People management
Operations management
Project management
Timeline
Director of Water Resources
Western Municipal Water District
08.2016 - CurrentRead More
University of Southern California
Master of Engineering from Environmental Engineering
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