Jody S.
Dellinger

Summary

Seasoned senior operations leader with 30+ years of experience running complex, high-volume environments, including billion dollar naval vessels, municipal parks and recreation systems, large multi-use facilities, and hospitality-style operations. Proven track record overseeing multi-million-dollar infrastructure and capital projects, elevating guest and community experience, and leading high-performing cross-functional teams in fast-paced, customer-facing settings. Successfully managed more than $2.3M in FEMA disaster recovery funding with zero service interruptions and sustained community access to services. Decorated U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer (E-7) recognized for hands-on leadership, safety and compliance, and building disciplined, service-driven cultures that translate seamlessly into recreation and hospitality environments. Known for translating board and executive-level strategy into measurable operational performance.

Impact

Experience

1. 2022-2026

   Regional District Manager

   McKinney Municipal Utility District No. 1 · McKinney, TX

   • Directed comprehensive public works and infrastructure operations for a master-planned community of 6,000+ homes, overseeing the maintenance and repair of all public streets, rights-of-way, common areas, signage, and municipal lighting.
   • Managed a 400+ acre multi-use municipal parks facility, ensuring peak operational readiness across six fishing lakes, 10+ miles of trails, a 21-hole championship disc golf course, zero-depth aquatic play areas, off-leash dog parks, and diverse park amenities.
   • Conducted rigorous acceptance inspections alongside city officials, district engineers, and contractors, ensuring newly developed streets and park infrastructure met strict municipal standards before transitioning into active daily operations.
   • Managed and forecasted a $1.4M–$2M annual operating budget, aligning fiscal planning with long-term capital improvement priorities to achieve 100% compliance and zero independent audit findings.

2. 2009-2022

   General Manager / District & Recreation Manager

   Harris County Water Control & Improvement District No. 110 · Spring, TX

   • Managed and forecasted a $1.2M-$1.5M annual operating budget, reporting directly to a 5-member elected Board of Directors on all strategic, financial, operational, and regulatory district matters.
   • Served as General Manager for a 60-acre, $7M municipal recreation complex, successfully driving operations for 700+ club memberships and supporting approximately 3,500 patrons.
   • Oversaw comprehensive, end-to-end municipal utility infrastructure supporting 2,400+ residential and 250+ commercial accounts, maintaining strict regulatory compliance across a 1M GPD wastewater treatment plant, water production facilities, and robust distribution networks.
   • Spearheaded a $2.3M multi-year disaster recovery initiative following Hurricane Harvey, successfully securing $1.2M in FEMA grant funding and managing $1.1M in complex commercial insurance claims.

3. 2017-2022

   Water Board Director (Vice President)

   Waller County Municipal Utility District #9B · Katy, TX

   • Managed district financial health and fiscal policy, levying taxes, structuring debt instruments, authorizing service fees, and establishing budgets to ensure full financial compliance.
   • Provided strategic governance oversight for municipal infrastructure, directing operations across water conservation, drainage systems, wastewater treatment, and solid waste disposal programs.
   • Exercised statutory authority for district expansion, executing binding contracts, negotiating land easements, and managing property acquisitions to advance the development of recreational facilities and community parks.
   • Directed the General Manager and third-party contractors, establishing rigorous performance standards to ensure seamless regulatory compliance and operational excellence across all utility services.

4. 1988-2009

   Senior Operations Leader / Chief Petty Officer (E-7)

   United States Navy · Various Global Duty Stations

   • Directed a $1.5M annual MWR operating budget with zero audit discrepancies, launching centralized point-of-sale (POS) systems and retail programs that generated $50K in average monthly revenue.
   • Spearheaded the modernization of six shipboard fitness facilities, overseeing the strategic procurement and installation of $500K+ in commercial-grade weight and cardio equipment.
   • Orchestrated massive, high-visibility morale and entertainment events with individual operating budgets up to $100K, executing promotional campaigns that awarded over $100K in assets—including the first-ever Navy MWR 'Corvette' prize giveaway.
   • Managed domestic and international port visit logistics, including transportation, hotel blocks, crew events and tours, and VIP relations, serving as primary escort for celebrities, professional athletes, and senior dignitaries.

Skills

Education and certifications

Service record

Branch

U.S. Navy

Rank

E-7

Years served

21

Specialty / MOS

Damage Control

Security clearance

Expired