Director of Public Works

Starting Salary Range: $88,809 - $103,017 per yearStatus: Full-time, FLSA ExemptPosition Summary:The Town of Penfield is seeking an experienced professional to serve as its next Director of Public Works. Working closely with the Town Supervisor and Town Board members, the Director is primarily responsible for the administration of the Town’s Public Works operations. The Department of Public Works (DPW) is comprised of the following departments: Highway, Parks, Sewer, Facilities and Animal Control. The Director works in accordance with the Town’s policies, state laws and requirements, and generally accepted construction practices and maintenance procedures. The Director interfaces with all Town departments, county and state officials, other local municipalities, utility companies, suppliers and vendors.Purpose:Residents expect that the Town’s infrastructure be maintained to the highest level possible. They also expect that funds collected through taxes and fees be expended with transparency and integrity. This position will ensure the Town is utilizing those funds in the best interest of its constituents while maintaining its roads, sidewalks, sewers, parks and facilities.Essential Responsibilities:Exercises administrative control over all divisions of the DPWDevelops and implements department policies and proceduresDevelops and monitors the annual departmental operating budgetsProvides direct and general supervision over department staffSupervises the preparation, review and revision of preliminary and final plans for public works projectsAttends various meetings relative to the DPW such as but not limited to, Town Board, Transportation Committee, and Watershed Management CommitteeEnsures compliance with OSHA/PESH, NYSDEC, NYS Vehicle and Traffic Law, NYS Highway Law, American with Disabilities Act, and Town Code as it pertains to public works projectsCoordinates projects utilizing Federal and State fundingRequired Civil Service Education and Experience:Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field plus 4 years of public works construction, maintenance and inspection plus 2 years of supervisory experienceAssociate’s Degree in Civil Technologies or closely related field plus 6 years of experience in public works construction, maintenance and inspection plus 2 years of supervisory experienceHigh school graduation plus 8 years of experience in public works construction, maintenance and inspection plus 2 years of supervisory experienceSpecial Requirement: Candidates are required to have a clean, valid driver’s licenseSkills and Abilities:Extensive knowledge of the practices, principles and theories of public works municipal project planning, design, construction and inspectionThorough knowledge of Town ordinances and Town and State Codes, rules and regulations pertaining to the divisions of the Public Works DepartmentKnowledge of budget preparation and budget controlTeam player and strategic thinker who enjoys taking initiativeProactive, reliable, responsible and accurate with an attention to detailCooperative professional that establishes and maintains positive relationshipsBenefits:Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Saving Account, and Short-term DisabilityTime Off: Vacation, Sick, Parental Leave, Holidays, Cancer Screening, Jury Duty, and BereavementFinancial: New York State and Local Retirement System and NYS Deferred Compensation PlanContact:Qualified candidates may apply with resume and cover letter to:Town of PenfieldAttn: Tracey A. Easterly, Director of Human Resources3100 Atlantic AvenuePenfield, NY 14526Email: easterly@penfield.orgDeadline for Applying: Open until filled#J-18808-Ljbffr