Director of General Services

Town of Vinton, VA

The Director of General Services is one of the most operationally critical leaders in local government. At a high level, the position oversees the planning, construction, maintenance, and daily functioning of the Town’s infrastructure and essential public services. This position will be an inspiring leader who embraces teamwork, collaboration, and the principles of high-performance organizations, and who balances strategic management with day-to-day operations. A Director of General Services typically combines formal education in fields like civil engineering, construction, urban planning, public administration, or a related discipline with extensive hands‑on experience managing municipal infrastructure and operations. Beyond academics, this role demands several years of progressively responsible experience in operations management, budgeting, regulatory compliance, and staff supervision. The ideal candidate should have sufficient experience to thoroughly understand the diverse objectives and functions of local government service delivery associated with the department, and the ability to direct, coordinate, and oversee all related work.

How to Apply

Application Deadline
Submit cover letter and resume to: dcollins@vintonva.gov First review of applications begins Monday, August 24, 2026.

Job Details

Salary
$105,000
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$115,000
Job Function
Other, Department Head/Director
Position Type
Full Time

Town of Vinton

Address

311 S Pollard St
Vinton, VA 24179-2531
United States

Population
8,900
Form of Government
Council-Manager

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