Public Works Director job in Eugene
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Organization: | Lane County, OR | Job Category: | Director Public Works | Job Type: | Full Time | Country: | USA | State/Province: | Oregon (OR) | City: | Eugene | Post Code: | 97408 | Salary and Benefits: | The salary range for the position is $95,389 - $143,083 depending on qualifications, with an excellent benefit package. | Post Date: | 03/05/2018 |
Are you passionate about providing public services? Lane County, Oregon is searching for their next Public Works Director. This person is responsible for long-term planning and development of a large, wide-ranging Public Works Department that provides a variety of services to the public. The Director oversees the eight divisions within the department and interprets and oversees compliance with laws, regulations, codes and/or standards. The position serves on a variety of internal and external committees to secure advocacy and influence support for programs and services, including working with regional and state governments. The Public Works Director reports to the Lane County Administrator. The mission of the Lane County Public Works Department is to “maintain and enhance the livability and sustainability of Lane County’s natural and built environment.” Further, the organization is guided by three strategic focus areas: safe and healthy county, vibrant communities, and infrastructure. Many of the objectives focus on strategic partnerships for an integrated transportation system, affordable housing, parks, waste management, animal services, and funding for safe roads and bridges. The department is proactive in planning for its future, as is evidenced by establishing a business plan for its events center, facilitating economic growth, developing and implementing a facilities plan, and updating a parks’ master plan. The department works together to achieve its goals by delivering services with 350 FTEs and many seasonal employees in eight divisions at 30 different work sites. The Director manages six of the divisions: Engineering and Construction Services, Road and Bridge Maintenance, General Services, Land Management, Waste Management, and the Lane Events Center. The Director also supervises the Assistant Public Works Director, Budget and Finance Manager, grants and special projects staff, and administrative support. The Assistant Director manages two of the eight divisions: Administrative Services and Parks. The department’s total FY2017-2018 budget is $167,444,418. Minimum requirements for this position are bachelor's degree with six years of progressively responsible local government experience, including management and supervision. Preferred qualifications include a master’s degree, labor relations experience, expertise in at least one of the service areas within the department, and strong financial and project management experience. The salary range for the position is $95,389 - $143,083 depending on qualifications, with an excellent benefit package. Applications will be accepted electronically by The Novak Consulting Group at thenovakconsultinggroup.com/jobs. Applicants first complete a brief online form and then are prompted to provide one document (Word or PDF) that has a cover letter and resume with salary history. Open until filled with first review of applications on April 23, 2018. |