Director of Public Works & Engineering

Salary: $165,000.00 - $190,000.00 Annually

Location : Addison, TX

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 24-00108

Department: Public Works & Engineering

Opening Date: 08/13/2024

Summary

The Town of Addison is conducting a search for our next Director of Public Works & Engineering. Please see our detailed recruitment brochure

To apply, please submit a letter of interest and resume to

For more information on this position, please contact Cassidy Jones, HR Business Partner, at [redacted] or

First review of applications will be conducted on September 27, 2024.

The ideal candidate is innovative, experienced, and a strategic thinker who will join an excellent team of local government professionals who care deeply about service and integrity.

Essential Functions

Under administrative direction, leads, directs, and guides the Public Works & Engineering department to include streets, stormwater, water and wastewater, engineering, civil inspection, and operations.

• Leads and directs the Public Works & Engineering Services Department, including the operations and activities of Streets, Stormwater, Water, Wastewater, Engineering and Civil Inspection.
• Presents status reports to Town management and Town Council and assures effective communication of operational and technical issues; assures all operational, legal, technical, and financial issues are properly addressed and resolved; interprets and explains federal and state rules and regulations; assures Department's activities are in compliance with all laws, regulations and quality and safety standards.
• Provides leadership, direction, and guidance in operational strategies; evaluates Town needs, capital improvement program plans, and budgets; and determines Town priorities and resource requirements.
• Provides supervision to assigned staff; addresses staffing needs and personnel issues; guides and coordinates personnel decisions.
• Oversees budget preparation for all departmental functions; approves department-wide expenditures; participates in strategic planning, regulatory compliance, and succession planning.
• Develops and implements capital improvement plans and bond projects; responsible for annual operations and maintenance plans, programs, and service delivery.
• Coordinates and develops responses to legal issues; reviews and comments on litigation.
• Prepares council memos and reviews memos submitted by others; delivers presentations as required.
• Responds to phone calls and emails; addresses complaints from Town residents.
• Participates in various boards and committees.
• Manages department through effective planning, staff management, and fiscal management; researches, evaluates, and implements policies and procedures to meet Town goals.
• Serves as the principal advisor to the Town on public works programs and technical issues; develops and directs strategies to meet goals and objectives; interprets concerns, defines desired results, develops solutions, determines scope and priorities of projects.
• Analyzes operational information, evaluates trends, and develops plans with other Town departments to achieve future goals and growth objectives; assures Town program goals and standards are defined, attained, and congruent with Town goals.
• May be asked to perform additional job duties that are directly, indirectly or completely unrelated to normal job functions in the course of presenting certain Town special events.
• Performs related duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Engineering, or related field; AND
• Seven (7) years of project management, inclusive of five (5) years of supervisory or management experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.).
• Safe driving record and valid Texas Driver's License.
• Clear Criminal Background check and pre-employment drug screen.

Knowledge of:

• Supervisory principles and practices.
• Project management practices.
• Budget development and management practices and principles.

Skill in:

• Developing short and long-range plans.
• Preparing clear and concise reports and correspondence.
• Presenting information to groups of varying size.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a standard office environment. Work is generally performed indoors but may involve limited exposure to outdoor weather conditions.

This is an exempt position; incumbent will be expected to work whatever hours are necessary to complete responsibilities.

EEO STATEMENT

The Town of Addison is an equal opportunity employer. The Town prohibits discrimination on the basis of any protected class, status, characteristic, or activity under law.

ADA/EOE/ADEA

• Competitive compensation package and excellent benefits options for Medical, Dental and Vision insurance for employees and their dependents that will begin from date of hire. Medical premiums are as low as $5.00 per paycheck for employee only coverage and dental premiums are covered at 100% for employee only coverage. For complete details, refer to the Town's Human Resources Total Compensation page.
• Addison participates in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 7% employee contribution with 14% Town contribution at retirement. Fully vested after 5 years.
• Optional deferred compensation 457 Plan with 2/3 Town matching contribution, up to 4% after new hire trial period.
• Tuition reimbursement program at 50% of tuition cost.