The Public Works Director reports directly to the City Administrator and directs the overall operations of the Public Works Department. Key functions include:
Planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating all departmental operations.
Developing annual budgets and overseeing expenditure of public funds.
Supervising personnel and establishing work priorities.
Serving as Engineer of Record on infrastructure projects.
Managing capital improvement projects, including engineering, right-of-way coordination, and construction oversight.
Preparing RFPs, selecting consultants, and administering contracts.
Participating in public meetings and communicating infrastructure plans.
Supporting long-range infrastructure and utility master planning efforts.
Successful performance directly impacts the reliability of essential municipal services and the quality of life for the community.

Key Priorities for the Next Director:
Maintain reliable utility and infrastructure operations while managing growth pressures.
Advance capital improvement planning and long-term infrastructure investment strategies.
Strengthen coordination between engineering, operations, and development review processes.
Continue building strong working relationships with contractors, regional partners, and regulatory agencies.
Support data-driven decision-making and operational efficiency improvements.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
Proven leadership and integrity
Strong technical knowledge of public works and utility systems
Strategic thinking and long-range planning capability
Ability to manage multiple large capital projects Strong interpersonal communication and public engagement skills
Experience working effectively with elected officials and community stakeholders
Alignment of capital programs and grant funding opportunities