The Village of Elk Grove is seeking an innovative and creative-thinking Public Works Director to lead its Public Works Department. Under the direction of the Village Manager, the Public Works Director will provide strategic leadership and management for the department’s 59 full-time, 6 part-time, and 18 seasonal employees. The Public Works Director is responsible for the administration of all functions of the Public Works Department including but not limited to: engineering of the public infrastructure, street resurfacing and concrete programs; traffic sign and pavement marking installation and repair; snow and ice control operations; the tree planting program; large branch collection program;  leaf collection program; water main and valve repairs; hydrant flushing and repairs; storm sewer and inlet cleaning; sanitary sewer cleaning and root cutting; and water quality monitoring. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plans, directs, manages and leads activities and operations of the department;
• Mentors, coaches, leads, empowers staff and delegates as needed;
• Demonstrates significant knowledge of Public Works construction and maintenance methods, materials and equipment;
• Encourages open dialogue with employees and in labor relations;
• Experience budgeting and allocating limited resources to meet the needs of the community.

(More details can be found on the full job posting brochure at Open Jobs on www.elkgrove.org .)