FLAGSTAFF —The city of Flagstaff will interview two candidates with diverse backgrounds in the water and wastewater industries for the Water Services director position. The public will have an opportunity to listen to introductions and to ask questions of the candidates during a virtual meet and greet on Jan. 20 from 5 – 6 p.m. The public can join the virtual meet and greet here: https://bit.ly/3bIItc9. Participants in the meet and greet are encouraged to fill out a feedback form after the event here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WaterServicesDirector. Brief candidate bios are included below.
Ryan Roberts joined the city of Flagstaff in 2004 and has over 16 years’ experience in water and wastewater utility industry. Prior to joining city of Flagstaff, Roberts spent over 19 years in the private sector where he was responsible for numerous large-scale utility construction projects, as well as energy efficiency programs. He has been involved in the administration, planning and operations of facilities. He is a registered Professional Engineer and a Certified Energy Manager. Roberts earned a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Northern Arizona University. He currently lives in Flagstaff with his wife and daughter. He served as a volunteer coach for youth for numerous years and enjoys outdoor activities in his free time.
Dr. Jimmie Johnson’s professional water utility tenure spans more than 30 years in the utility industry. After graduating from Lamar State College, Jimmie immediately began working in Public Works as a stormwater technician and later as a garbage worker. After obtaining his bachelor’s degree from Charter Oak State College he was appointed by City Council as the Director of Utilities in Brownwood, TX. Johnson earned his master’s degree from Regis University and was awarded his doctorate in Public Policy & Administration from Walden University in 2014 and continued his public service commitments to excellence and customer service.