CEO SEARCH
The White River Valley Electric Cooperative (WRVEC) Board of Directors seeks a proven leader to serve as the cooperative’s next Chief Executive Officer. The CEO reports to a nine-member Board of Directors elected by and from the cooperative membership. The preferred start date is July 2026.
Candidates
The cooperative is seeking a high integrity CEO with exceptional skills in leadership and communication with an understanding of the industry, electric operations, and financial prudence, while embracing the electric cooperative model. The ideal candidate will be driven, confident, and loyal. The CEO will play a pivotal role in setting a vision and shaping an organizational culture of collaboration and empowered staff.
WRVEC’s CEO will guide the cooperative in maintaining its member focus through providing affordable power while maintaining reliability and the financial strength of the cooperative. This will require strong leadership to foster positive relationships and open communications with the board, executive team, staff, business partners, the community, and other key stakeholders.
VIEW JOB DESCRIPTION AND REQUIREMENTS
To Apply
Interested candidates should email a resume, cover letter, and a minimum of three (3) professional references or letters to: Carnahan Evans, PC, c/o Shawn Battagler at Sbattagler@CarnahanEvans.com . Applications will be accepted through February 13, 2026. All inquiries and applications are confidential. Receipt of all applications will be acknowledged by email reply. For assistance or questions about the application process contact Shawn Battagler at 417-447-4400.
White River Valley Electric Cooperative is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Note: The complete CEO job description is included with this posting.
