Director of Public Works

The Director of Public Works is responsible for Organizing, Coordinating, and Directing the activities and functions of the Public Works Department including both the Roads Division and Solid Waste Division. **Qualifications** Comprehensive knowledge of the Principles and Practices of Civil Engineering related to Public Works. Ability to Direct and Coordinate the activities of staff in various aspects of Engineering including Building Construction, Road Maintenance, Drainage, Solid Waste Operations, Recycling Activities and Dredging Operations. Strong Knowledge of County Codes and the Laws of State and Federal Government. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with county officials, employees, governmental agencies, business groups, and the general public. Ability to understand and prepare Departmental Budgets. Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering. Must possess a Professional Engineering License in the State of Maryland. Extensive experience as an Engineer, preferably in Public Works at the County or Municipal Level. Minimum of four (4) years of Supervisory/Managerial Experience. Valid Driver's License and Homeland Security Certification. Ability to pass drug screening and background check. Willingness to be on call 24 hours a day for emergencies. To view our website posting, click here: https://www.wicomicocounty.org/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=97&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Director-of-Public-Works-387 To apply through our online portal, click here: https://wicomicomdemployees.munisselfservice.com/employmentopportunities/default.aspx Pay: $160,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Retirement plan Application Question(s): * Do you possess a Professional Engineering License in the State of Maryland? * Are you willing to be on call 24 hours a day for emergencies? * Are you able to direct and coordinate the activities of staff in various aspects of engineering including road maintenance, drainage, solid waste operations, recycling activities and dredging operations? * Are you able to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check? * Do you have a comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of Civil Engineering related to Public Works? * Do you have extensive experience as an engineer, preferably in Public Works at the County or Municipal level? Education: * Bachelor's (Required) Experience: * Supervisory/ Management: 4 years (Required) * Budgeting: 1 year (Preferred) * Civil engineering: 1 year (Required) License/Certification: * Driver's License (Required) Work Location: In person