Board & Staff

RWAU Leadership

Guided by experience. Built on service.

RWAU is led by a Board of Directors and supported by staff members who work across administration, legislation, operations, projects, technical assistance, and training.

Organization

Leadership and staff areas.

Board of Directors

Provides leadership, guidance, and representation for RWAU members across Utah.

Executive Staff

Oversees association direction, partnerships, programs, and daily operations.

Legislative Staff

Tracks policy, legislative activity, and issues affecting water and wastewater systems.

Operations Staff

Supports membership, administration, communication, finance, and organizational needs.

Project Staff

Coordinates specialized programs and initiatives that support utilities and communities.

Technical Staff

Provides field support, technical assistance, and practical guidance for utility systems.

Training Staff

Develops and delivers training, certification support, workshops, and continuing education.

Board of Directors

The Rural Water Association of Utah Board of Directors provides strategic leadership and guidance for the organization. Representing communities and utilities throughout the state, board members help ensure RWAU remains focused on serving the needs of Utah’s water and wastewater professionals.
  • Justin Maughan
    Justin Maughan, PE
    City Manager Nibley City Water
    President
  • Steve McIntosh
    Steve McIntosh
    Operations Manager Silver Fork
    Vice President
  • Ryan Goodrich
    Ryan Goodrich
    District Manager Ashley Valley Water & Sewer ID
    Secretary/Treasurer
  • Paul Fulgham
    Paul Fulgham
    NRWA Director
  • Jacob Sharp
    Jacob Sharp
    District Manager Castle Valley SSD
    Past President
  • Benny Musselman
    Benny Musselman
    Agency Manager Grand Water And Sewer Agency
  • Brett Palmer
    Brett Palmer
    Manager Stansbury Park
  • Devin Magleby
    Devin Magleby
    Public Works Director South Monroe Culinary
  • Jason Brown
    City Manager Manti City
  • Luke Thomas
    Luke Thomas
    Francis City
  • Paul Monroe
    Paul Monroe
    General Manager Cedar Valley Water Conservancy District
  • Rick Wixom
    Rick Wixom
    Springdale

Executive Staff

The Executive Staff oversees the organization’s mission, strategic direction, partnerships, and daily operations. This leadership role helps ensure RWAU continues to deliver valuable programs, services, and advocacy for Utah utilities.
  • Shannon Rasmussen
    Shannon Rasmussen
    Executive Director Rural Water Association of Utah

Legislative Staff

RWAU’s Legislative Staff monitors policy developments, legislative activity, and regulatory issues that impact Utah’s water and wastewater systems. This role helps keep members informed and represented on issues affecting the industry.
  • Dale Pierson
    Dale Pierson
    Legislative Advocate Rural Water Association of Utah (801)756-5123
    Legislative Advocate

Operations Staff

The Operations Staff manages the administrative, financial, membership, communications, and organizational functions that support RWAU’s programs and services. Their work helps ensure members receive timely resources, information, and support.
  • Christian Jensen V
    Christian Jensen V
    Public Relations and Marketing/Tech Rural Water Association of Utah
    Manager
  • Kelsey Johnson
    Kelsey Johnson, Cross Connection Control Program Administrator
    Conference & Cross Connection Coordinator Rural Water Association of Utah
  • Alexia Stewart
    Alexia Stewart
    Accountant Rural Water Association of Utah
  • Emilie Duersch
    Emilie Duersch
    Digital Marketing Rural Water Association of Utah

Project Staff

Project Staff coordinate specialized programs and initiatives designed to strengthen Utah’s water and wastewater systems. These team members work closely with utilities, partners, and communities to deliver targeted solutions and long-term improvements.
  • Janell Braithwaite
    Janell Braithwaite, D4 Certification, T4 Certification, UMC, Cross Connection Admin, Water Rights,...
    Management Technician Rural Water Association of Utah
    Manager
  • Jake Wood
    Jake Wood
    Compliance Circuit Rider Rural Water Association of Utah
  • Ron Pierce
    Ron Pierce
    USDA Decentralized WW Technician Rural Water Association of Utah
  • Dennis Gunn
    Dennis Gunn
    EPA Wastewater Specialist Rural Water Association of Utah

Technical Staff

RWAU’s Technical Staff provides hands-on assistance, operational expertise, regulatory guidance, and field support to water and wastewater systems across Utah. Their practical experience helps utilities address challenges and improve system performance.
  • Scott Anderson
    Scott Anderson
    EFC Specialist Rural Water Association of Utah
    Manager
  • Phil Harold
    Phil Harold
    Wastewater Technician Rural Water Association of Utah
  • Nathan Langston
    Nathan Langston, Water Treatment Operator IV, Water Distribution Operator IV, Cross Connection Admi
    Circuit Rider Rural Water Association of Utah
  • Brett Kennedy
    Brett Kennedy
    Circuit Rider Rural Water Association of Utah
  • Spencer Parkinson
    Spencer Parkinson
    EPA Wastewater Rural Water Association of Utah
  • Mike Johanson
    Water Operator Rural Water Association of Utah

Training Staff

The Training Staff develops and delivers educational programs, certification support, workshops, conferences, and continuing education opportunities. Their efforts help utility professionals stay informed, maintain certifications, and advance their careers.
  • Brittney Griffith
    Brittney Griffith
    EPA Training & Operator Certification Rural Water Association of Utah
    Manager
  • Jamie Rhodehouse
    Jamie Rhodehouse
    Specialty Trainings / Exam Coordinator Rural Water Association of Utah
  • Colette Ross
    Colette Ross
    Sourcewater Technician Rural Water Association of Utah
  • Jenny Rosal
    Jenny Rosal
    Apprenticeship Coordinator Rural Water Association of Utah