Director of Public Works

Commerce City seeks a strategic and service-driven leader to serve as our next Director of Public Works. In this role, you’ll oversee a wide range of critical services, including CIP, fleet, facilities, and public works maintenance, while leading a high-performing team committed to delivering excellence to our community. You’ll guide departmental strategy, foster collaboration across divisions, and play a key role in aligning operations with the city’s long-term vision.

We’re looking for someone who brings deep experience in public sector leadership, understands the complexities of municipal operations, and is passionate about creating impact through teamwork, inclusion, and innovation. The ideal candidate brings a solid public administration or civil engineering foundation, excels at communication and decision-making, and is committed to fostering a positive and inclusive work culture.

If you’re ready to lead with integrity, build strong relationships, and help shape the future of a growing and dynamic city, we’d love to hear from you.

Hiring salary is dependent upon experience.

The hiring range is $170,000.00 - $186,000.00 / Annually

We care about our employees and offer a generous benefits package: Health & wellness benefits, 8% retirement contribution match and 3% 457 Deferred Compensation match, PTO, work/life balance, and more.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our success, and we are committed to creating a supportive and welcoming work environment for all of our employees. If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply for this position today. Be A Part Of It and contribute to the vibrant growth and development of Commerce City as we strive to provide exceptional services and foster a thriving community.

Please review the full job description here!

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Public Administration or related field. Five years of experience in Public Administration including two years of direct supervisory experience. An equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Commerce City is an equal-opportunity employer.

Process Overview:

Apply Today: We ask that internal candidates complete and submit an online application AND INCLUDE A RESUME, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

Qualification Review: HR will screen applications for minimum qualifications after the posting closes.

Application Review: Applications for candidates that meet minimum qualifications will be forwarded to the hiring manager, who will review and evaluate application materials.