Public Works Director

Job Duties

• Responsible for directing, coordinating, and prioritizing daily activities of the assistant public works manager, maintenance work teams, office manager, and custodian;
• Maintains operational condition of water distribution system and directs maintenance activities;
• Serves as liaison to the Health Department;
• Oversees regular maintenance of all town-owned properties, including buildings, grounds, parks, landscaping, playgrounds, sidewalks, boardwalks, crosswalks, and roadways;
• Monitors condition of streets, roadways, signage, and storm drainage systems;
• Manages annual budget as approved;
• Controls and constantly monitors ordering and payments on Town-wide purchases in accordance with the town’s purchasing policy;
• Works with engineers and contractors as needed;
• Evaluates the budgetary needs of the department, develops reliable cost estimates, and submits recommendations during budget development;
• Prepares reports for the Town Manager, Town Council, and advisory boards;
• Attends Council and board meetings when required;
• Provides support and assistance to other departments as needed;
• Participates in discussions and works cooperatively with other department heads on topics of mutual interest or responsibility;
• Oversees emergency preparedness and response for all town properties, including clean-up and repairs;
• Serves as liaison with debris contractor and FEMA, as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or similar;
• At least five years management experience and 10 years practical experience in similar work;
• Experience may be substituted for education, and education may be substituted in-part for experience;
• Professional engineering license preferred;
• Must be able to obtain licenses and certifications required for the position, including: APWPA Public Works Institute modules I, II, and III, Water distribution license 1, Stormwater operator level 1, Herbicide application license and Sign and pavement marking tech level 1;
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.