What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Public Works position at Lansdale Borough?
Borough of Lansdale
Director of Public Works
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS -The Borough of Lansdale has an opening for an experienced individual to lead its Public Works Department as Director. The Director is a member of the senior management team reporting directly to the Borough Manager and is responsible for providing leadership and management of the Public Works Department. The Director is responsible for management of all areas of the Department including planning, scheduling, and coordinating major projects, repair and upgrade of streets, storm and sanitary sewer systems, and other Borough properties as well as supporting Borough functions and community events, coordinating work and assisting other departments, preparing and monitoring $1.5 million budget and Capital Plan. This is a full-time, daytime position however, additional hours may be required for meetings, projects, emergencies, and other special events.
Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in public administration, engineering, or related field; five (5) years of experience in managing a Public Works Department or with municipal engineering, including three (3) years of supervision, preferably in a union environment, is required.
Preferred qualifications include completion of coursework in engineering, or service with the Army Corps of Engineers, a background in at least one STEM educational discipline, Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Transportation and Highway Engineering.
The salary range for this position is $110,000 to $115,000 commensurate with experience.
The position is open until filled.
The Borough of Lansdale is located 28 miles northwest of Philadelphia and is home to 18,773 (2020) residents over 2.99 square miles. The Borough has 54 miles of municipal roads, 14 miles of alley ways, 4.4 miles of state roads, and 2,542 stormwater inlets plus 21 parks along with 2 community swimming pools and hosts numerous annual events for all citizens to enjoy. The Borough of Lansdale has its own electric company which purchases, provides and maintains electricity for residents and businesses of Lansdale.
Salary : $110,000 - $115,000