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The town of Rockport seeks a dynamic individual to join their team as the Director of Public Works. This senior management position is appointed by the Board of Public Works Commissioners; policy direction and oversight is received from the Commissioners and daily oversight and direction is through the Town Administrator.
Job Responsibility:
Responsible for the operations of the department of public works which includes approx. 50 employees in the following divisions: water treatment, wastewater treatment, water and sewer distribution/collection, public properties (beaches, parks, cemeteries), highway/snow and ice, fleet services, building maintenance, business office, solid waste and recycling, engineering and capital projects
Crafting the strategic direction of the department in conjunction with the Board of Public Works Commissioners and stakeholders
Guiding long-range planning for the town’s water and sewer and public facilities infrastructure
Requirements:
At least eight years of supervisory experience in construction, engineering, or municipal/state public works operations
Bachelor’s degree or higher in civil engineering or in a related field is a plus
Experience in public procurement strongly desired or ability to achieve MCPPO certification within one year of hire
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with a wide variety of stakeholders including the public and town employees and Board/Committee members
Possess more than ordinary courtesy and tact
Nice to have:
Bachelor’s degree or higher in civil engineering or in a related field