AWRA Seeks New CEO
President's Message | Summer 2025
We’re Hiring a Water Leader! The American Water Resources Association (AWRA) is on the hunt for a dynamic, visionary leader to steer our mission-driven organization into its next era! If you’re passionate about water, fluent in the language of collaboration, and ready to lead multidisciplinary programs, shape national conversations, and build powerful partnerships across the water world—this is your moment. We’re looking for someone with deep roots in water resources, a knack for leadership, and a pulse on industry trends.
Job Announcement for Chief Executive Officer | June 24, 2025
AWRA is seeking an experienced and passionate individual with strong leadership and managerial skills to plan and execute the programs of this progressive, member-driven association, as well as build relationships with related organizations.
AWRA is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, individual membership association, committed to serving the interests of member water resources professionals. Established in 1964 and registered in Chicago, Illinois, the mission of AWRA is to advance multidisciplinary water resources education, management, and research. The association has members from all 50 states, District of Columbia, Guam, Puerto Rico, and over 14 countries internationally. It has 22 state sections and 25 student chapters. In addition to hosting conferences and webinars for its members and the community at-large, AWRA produces a renowned scientific publication through Wiley, the Journal of American Water Resources Association (JAWRA).
As Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the position has full responsibility for planning and executing the long-range goals of the organization as determined by the Board of Directors and its leadership and managing AWRA operations, including staff. The work of AWRA is presently carried out by a staff of 2 full-time employees and is governed by a Board of Directors (including the CEO as an ex-officio member) and an Executive Committee (including the CEO as an ex-officio member). This will be a remote position with some travel as needed. Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience. This is a non-exempt position.
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Rabia Ahmed is the 2024-2025 president of AWRA.