Director of Public Works

The town of Natick is seeking to fill the full-time position of Director of Public Works. This non-union management position will report to the Executive Director of Public Works and Facilities. The Director of Public Works develops and oversees programs to ensure proper stewardship of the Public Works department and public infrastructure. Supervises department staff and ensures safe and efficient operations. Develops cost effective opportunities to leverage department assets

Responsibilities include: 

• Executive level management of all facets of the Public Works department
• Preparing and administering departmental operating and capital budgets
• Ensuring safety and compliance under state and federal guidelines
• Strategic planning for Town roadway and utility infrastructure
• Project management
• Writing grant proposals
• Technical expertise in horizontal construction and infrastructure stewardship

Qualifications for this position are: 

-Minimum of seven years of experience of which three years were in a supervisory position.

-Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering, business or a related field, or equivalent job experience.

-Professional Engineer (PE) preferred.

-Massachusetts Certified Public Purchasing Official (MCPPO) desirable.

-Valid Massachusetts driver’s license required.

-Extensive knowledge of public works construction and maintenance principles, practices and techniques.

A complete job description please visit town’s website www.natickma.gov/285/Non-Union-Full-Time-Job-Descriptions. The town of Natick offers a generous benefit package in addition to competitive salary. Grade 5 classification pay plan, hiring range $120,000-$135,000, is commensurate with education and experience.

Position will remain open until filled.

To apply:

Interested candidates should submit one combined pdf document that includes a cover letter and resume with a file name (last name, job title applying, Natick) to hr@natickma.org or to the Director of Human Resources, Town of Natick, 13 East Central St., Natick, MA 01760.

AA/EOE