Director of Public Works at City of Florissant

Drachten, Frisia, Netherlands -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Apr, 26

Salary

132516.0

Posted On

22 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Public Works Management, Project Management, Budget Management, Public Relations, Emergency Preparedness, Supervisory Skills, Engineering, Planning, Organizing, Technical Support, Fiscal Management, Strategic Direction, Administrative Skills, Complex Problem Solving, Team Leadership, Communication

Industry

Description

Description Salary range: $101,566 - $132,516 Full benefits package includes: MO Lagers Pension, medical, dental, life insurance, long-term disability and various voluntary benefit plans The City of Florissant is seeking a highly qualified and experienced professional to serve as Director of Public Works. This executive-level position is responsible for the overall leadership, administration, and strategic direction of the City’s Public Works Department. Position Summary The Director of Public Works performs complex supervisory, administrative, organizational, and professional engineering work involving the planning, organizing, directing, and supervision of four major divisions within the Public Works Department: Health Division, Street Division, Building Division, and Engineering Division The Director actively supervises and administers all major public works projects for the City, provides administrative and technical support to the Mayor, and has full oversight of departmental budgeting and fiscal management. The position also represents the Department and the City in public relations matters and serves as Assistant Director of Emergency Preparedness. Key Responsibilities Direct and manage all Public Works divisions and personnel Plan, oversee, and administer major public works projects Develop and manage departmental budgets and provide fiscal oversight Advise and support the Mayor on Public Works initiatives Perform public relations functions on behalf of the Department and City Evaluate Public Works needs and develop short- and long-range plans Assist with City emergency preparedness planning and response Any other duties requested Requirements Education and Experience Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering required or closely related Engineering field. Master’s degree in civil engineering preferred. Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in Public Works management, construction or engineering; Seven (7) years of experience preferred. Supervisory experience required. Certifications and Licenses Must be a Licensed Professional Engineer registered under the laws of the State of Missouri (per City Charter) Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

The Director of Public Works is responsible for overseeing all divisions within the Public Works Department and managing major public works projects. This includes providing administrative support to the Mayor and ensuring fiscal management of departmental budgets.