The City of Norfolk is pleased to announce that Chad Roberts has been selected as the next Water and Sewer Director. 

Roberts has worked for the Norfolk Water Division for nearly 25 years. Starting out as a Water Plant Operator, he also served as a Water Utility Worker before being promoted to Treatment Supervisor in 2009.

“This is an exciting chapter in my career with the City of Norfolk. Norfolk has been great to me both professionally and personally. I have been lucky to work with so many great people during my 25 years with the City,” said Roberts. “I am grateful for the support from my family and friends, and fortunate to be working with a talented staff in the Water and Sewer Division,” he added.

During his time with the City, Roberts has received numerous awards including the Nebraska Section American Water Works Association George Fuller Award, which recognizes recipients’ distinguished service to the water supply field in commemoration of the sound engineering skill, the brilliant diplomatic talent, and the constructive leadership which characterized the life of George Warren Fuller.

“Chad has been a part of the leadership team for our Norfolk water and sewer operations and he has also provided leadership for the Nebraska Section of the AWWA.  His dedication to safe, quality water for Norfolk and for Nebraska has been recognized by his peers. Chad started working for the Water Division November 3, 1997. Chad earned his Grade 1 Water Operators license in 2004. It is my pleasure to announce Chad’s promotion to the Water and Sewer Director.  Please join me in congratulating Chad on this achievement,” said Public Works Director Steve Rames.

“Chad’s experience within the department and capacity for problem-solving and innovation will keep it in good hands and help it move forward,” said Mayor Josh Moenning.

Roberts succeeds Dennis Watts who retired after 33 years of service with the City.