{"id":53510,"date":"2026-07-17T15:34:12","date_gmt":"2026-07-17T15:34:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/job\/assistant-public-works-director\/"},"modified":"2026-08-06T08:25:30","modified_gmt":"2026-08-06T12:25:30","slug":"assistant-public-works-director","status":"publish","type":"ch_job","link":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/job\/assistant-public-works-director\/","title":{"rendered":"Assistant Public Works Director"},"content":{"rendered":"

Purpose and Overview<\/strong>
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The Assistant Public Works Director works under the direction of the Public Works Director to assist with planning , administration, and coordination of all activities of the Public Works Department. \u00a0This position aids in the oversight of various public works operations, including Administration; Building Inspection; Wastewater; Stormwater; Street Maintenance and Construction; Buildings and Grounds; Traffic Signals and Signs; Refuse and Garbage Collection; Solid Waste Disposal; Parks, Recreation, and Forestry; Historic Properties; Shop Operations; and the Airport. \u00a0The Assistant Director helps ensure the effective planning, budgeting, and implementation of public works projects and services.\u00a0<\/p>\n

This role is integral to maintaining the city’s infrastructure, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and promoting efficient public service delivery.<\/p>\n

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General Responsibilities<\/strong>
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  1. Assist with planning and directing activities of the Public Works.<\/li>\n
  2. Provide managerial supervision of daily operations through divisional managers.<\/li>\n
  3. Assist in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities for the Public Works Department.<\/li>\n
  4. Collaborate with the Public Works Director on planning, budgeting, supervision, and coordination of public works construction and maintenance projects across all divisions.<\/li>\n
  5. Coordinate projects within Public Works and with City departments.<\/li>\n
  6. Coordinate, advise, and direct consulting engineers on city, state, and federal projects.<\/li>\n
  7. Approve consultant fees, contracts, grant applications, and grant disbursements.<\/li>\n
  8. Assist with preparation of annual operating and five-year capital budgets.<\/li>\n
  9. Assist with bidding process for public works projects and equipment.<\/li>\n
  10. Manage all phases of the grant process including research, application, and administration.<\/li>\n
  11. Attend meetings of the Common Council, Public Works Committee, and other committees as needed.<\/li>\n
  12. Review engineering plans and recommend approval to the Public Works Director.<\/li>\n
  13. Supervise and recommend hiring, training, evaluation, and discipline of subordinate employees.<\/li>\n
  14. Administer and coordinate traffic engineering activities and the sidewalk replacement and maintenance program.<\/li>\n
  15. Advise the Public Works Director on Public Works issues.<\/li>\n
  16. Resolve complaints, questions, and concerns from the public, Mayor or City Council.<\/li>\n
  17. Stay informed on engineering, planning, project management and supervision through professional education.<\/li>\n
  18. Assume managerial duties in the absence of the Public Works Director.<\/li>\n
  19. Perform other related duties as required.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Knowledge<\/strong>
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    1. Modern principles and practices of public works administration, including working knowledge of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and the National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO)..<\/li>\n
    2. Civil engineering principles and their application to public works projects.<\/li>\n
    3. Operations and regulations of public utilities, including Stormwater, Wastewater, and Drinking Water.<\/li>\n
    4. State and local ordinances affecting public works and inspection activities.<\/li>\n
    5. Budget preparation and fiscal management.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Skills<\/strong>
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      1. Strong leadership and supervisory skills.<\/li>\n
      2. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, public officials, and the community.<\/li>\n
      3. Initiative and resourcefulness in problem-solving public works challenges.<\/li>\n
      4. Effective verbal and written communication skills.<\/li>\n
      5. Ability to interpret and apply regulations, policies, and procedures.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Ability<\/strong>
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        1. Direct large-scale public works activities in a coordinated manner.<\/li>\n
        2. Plan, assign, and review the work of subordinate supervisors and employees.<\/li>\n
        3. Anticipate and plan for construction and maintenance requirements.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          Education & Experience Requirements<\/strong>
          A combination of training, experience, and skills that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. \u00a0A typical way to qualify includes:
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          1. Bachelor\u2019s degree in Civil Engineering or related field; and<\/li>\n
          2. Five years of progressively responsible experience in engineering, public works, or a related field.<\/li>\n
          3. Licensure as a Professional Engineer in the State of Wisconsin is preferred, but not required.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            Requires<\/strong>
            Must possess and maintain a valid driver\u2019s license or provide suitable transportation as approved by the supervisor.
            Must pass a post-offer medical examination for the occupational group and drug screen prior to hire.
            Must pass a 12-month probationary period to demonstrate skills and abilities to perform the requirements of the position.
            Must take an oath of office.
            No residency requirement.<\/p>\n

            Supplemental Information:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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            The City of Superior<\/strong>
            Offers<\/strong>
            Full-time employees are eligible for Wisconsin Retirement System, Health\/Dental\/Life Insurance, and Paid Time Off.
            Exempt, not eligible for comp time or overtime.
            Annual safety-toed boot allowance.<\/p>\n

            https:\/\/www.superiorwi.gov\/183\/Public-Works<\/a>
            https:\/\/www.superiorwi.gov\/154\/Union-Contracts-Non-Union-Benefits-Polic<\/a><\/p>\n

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