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Public Works Director

CPS HR Consulting
CPS HR Consulting Salary
Washington, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/17/2025
The City of Edmonds is actively searching for a Director of Public Works to strategically manage and oversee its comprehensive public infrastructure, including streets, drainage, utilities, buildings, and fleet operations.  The Director will play a critical role in guiding departmental operations in strict compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, while also managing the department’s financial operations including budget development, capital improvement planning, and project prioritization.

Candidates are expected to have a strong background in environmental compliance and safety regulations related to public works, coupled with robust leadership skills to supervise, train, and evaluate department staff effectively. Furthermore, the Director will engage in high-level decision-making and advisory roles, providing detailed analysis, recommendations, and technical expertise to both the Mayor and City Council. This position demands excellent analytical abilities to oversee resource allocation, project management, and operational efficiency, as well as superior communication skills to effectively interact with government officials, community stakeholders, and the public.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Public Administration, or a related field, complemented by at least eight years of progressive experience in public works project management or supervision. Expertise in various public works areas, with at least four years of experience in staff supervision, budget management, and overall management responsibilities, ideally within a municipal or public sector setting.
View the full brochure and apply at https://www.cpshr.us/recruitment/2443/

To be considered for this exceptional career opportunity, submit your application that includes résumé, cover letter, and a list of six work-related references (two supervisors, two direct reports and two colleagues who will not be contacted in the early phases of the process) by the first review date of March 17, 2025. 

Résumé should reflect years and months of employment, beginning/ending dates, as well as the size of budgets and organizations you have served. Please go to our website to submit your application: https://www.cpshr.us/recruitment/2443

For further information contact: 
Pam Derby
Email: pderby@cpshr.us
Website: www.cpshr.us

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