CSD Management Team

Beverli Marshall, General Manager

Dr. Marshall has nearly 30 years of local government experience in California, Alaska, and Arizona. In California, she has served as the General Manager of special districts in Indio, CA, and Half Moon Bay, CA, Interim City Manager for the City of Vallejo, CA, Business Services Manager for a special district in Richmond, CA, Director of Administrative Services for the City of Orinda, CA, various positions at the City of Berkeley, CA, and the Director of Housing Management for the San Francisco Housing Authority, CA. She holds a Doctor of Business Administration from Alliant International University, a Master of Public Administration from University of Alaska Anchorage, and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from California State University Bakersfield.

 

Dain Hurst, Chief of Police

Dain Hurst joined the Bear Valley Police Department in 2019 and served as the Acting Chief of Police in January 2024. He was appointed to the permanent position in May 2025. He has over 35 years of law enforcement experience, 16 of them with the Los Angeles Police Department SWAT Team. He takes policing personally and is committed to the Bear Valley Springs community, which he sees as a unique place with great people that have a strong sense of pride.

 

Eric Woods, Administrative Services Director

Eric is a self-motivated leader with a strong service orientation and a proven track record across Accounting, Finance, and Operations. He graduated of Pepperdine University with a B.S. in Accounting and began his professional career at Hughes Aircraft and played a key role in the launch and growth of DIRECTV, helping transform it from a startup into a Fortune 500 enterprise. Over a 15-year tenure with Hughes and its affiliates, he gained deep exposure to large-scale operations, strategic growth initiatives, and financial oversight. His career also includes leadership roles at several Fortune 500 companies such as Paramount Pictures, Warner Brothers, and BET. Most recently, he served as Director of Finance and Operations at the Santa Monica Pier, where he combined financial rigor with operational leadership. Eric also brings public sector experience having served as Director of Internal Audit for OCERS, a governmental retirement agency in Orange County, with $17 Billion in revenue.

 

Dave Commons, Interim Public Works Director

Dave Commons has over 30 years of wastewater experience and over 20 years of water experience and has worked at various water and wastewater facilities in California, Nevada, Georgia, and Florida. Prior to his time with the District, he was the COO at the Valley Sanitary District in Indio, CA. He holds Grade V Wastewater Operator, Nevada Grade IV Wastewater Operator, California Grade T3 Water Treatment Operator, and California Grade D3 Water Distribution Operator certifications. He holds a B.A. from Antioch Baptist Bible College and Master of Divinity and Master of Religious Education from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. In addition to his work in water and wastewater facilities, Dave has taught water and wastewater classes at community colleges. He is currently an Adjunct Professor at the College of Southern Nevada in Las Vegas.

 

Denise Jelleschitz, Assistant to the General Manager & Secretary to the Board

Denise Jelleschitz serves as the Assistant to the General Manager and Secretary to the Board of Directors at Bear Valley Community Services District. Denise has been with the District since 2004, where she supports executive operations and ensures effective board governance. Denise manages executive schedules, prepares reports, organizes board meetings and maintains official records. Known for her professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail she acts as a vital link between leadership and the public. Denise is committed to excellence in organizational support and governance integrity.