The Public Works Director/Village Engineer manages the Public Works Department for effective and efficient provision of Department services including utility operations, regulatory compliance, capital project management, day-to-day operations of personnel and equipment, contractual management, and engineering services. The position leads with best management practices to ensure well maintained, fiscally sound, public works operations, infrastructure, and services are provided in the community.
Salary: $93,500-$135,000
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Including, but not limited to:
Manages all Public Works services and personnel of the Village. Strategically aligns resources, personnel, and information to implement the Public Works plans and services of the Village.
Engineering and Operations:
Directs engineering design, and construction activities including management of the Capital Improvement Plan. Determines operation, efficiency, and service priorities. Manages consulting/engineering firms hired by the Village. Provides engineering review of proposed developments and their associated improvements.
Coordinates department assistance requested by other departments or agencies and obtains service proposals and quotes, recommends repairs, provides technical assistance, maintains records, and inspects construction projects.
Evaluates Public Works needs and formulates short and long-range plans to meet needs in all areas of responsibility, including operations and public infrastructure. Manages contracts and recommends adjustments for enhancements/cost savings.
Responds to local, state and federal rules/regulations to assure that the Department and Village is in conformance with applicable regulations and is operating safely and efficiently. Maintains knowledge of current civil engineering, public works, and utility needs and administrative principles and techniques.
Budgeting and Grants:
Prepares and manages departmental budgets. Approves expenditures, prepares cost estimates, recommendations, requests for projects, and budgets and administers grants for Public Works projects.
Personnel and Risk Management:
Manages all personnel matters of Department employees. Responds to claims against the Village related to Public Works. Testifies in court and answers interrogatories.
Public and Board Interactions:
Acts as liaison with the Village Board and the general public. Consults with Village officials and staff regarding Department activities and progress. Responds to inquiries and complaints from the Village Board members and the general public regarding Public Works activities.
Other duties as assigned by supervisors.
Minimum Requirements
• Five years of progressively responsible civil engineering, public works management, and/or municipal experience, including project administration and supervision
• Prefer experience as Department/Division Head of Engineering/Public Works Department.
• College degree in Civil Engineering. Master’s degree in public administration or related field and additional management training preferred.
• Valid driver's license.
• Wisconsin Licensed Municipal Engineer.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must be able to operate a computer and basic software (word, excel, power point, access) along with other basic office equipment. Should have general knowledge of CAD, G.I.S., survey and drafting equipment. Should be knowledgeable about the equipment used in the daily operations of the Public Works Department (trucks, pavers, backhoes, motors, pumps, etc.). Should be a member of the professional organization(s) and attend continuing education courses relative to the position.
Physical Demands of the Position
50% of the time is spent standing, walking, talking, hearing, carrying and low handling.
50% of the time is spent sitting, typing, and talking on the phone.
Environmental Conditions
70% of the time is spent inside.
30% of the time is spent outside, occasionally in extreme elements (heat, cold, etc.)