Director Of Public Works

Starting Hiring Range: $142,271.96 to $168,662.15

Want to be a part of an organization that is as invested in your success as you are in the organization? Do you care about building a strong community that supports the needs of today and of future generations? At the City of Brighton, we are committed to operational excellence and a culture that is customer-centric, purposeful, accountable, transparent, and communicative-a mission that starts with you.

The Director of Public Works is a trusted member of the executive leadership team and responsible for managing many of the City's largest projects over the next ten years
including expansion of the roadway network and collaborating to expand electric vehicle infrastructure. This position oversees engineering, construction, and maintenance for the City's roadway network and associated infrastructure. This is a unique opportunity to join one of the fastest growing communities in the Denver-Metro and to bring a sustainability lens to the City's capital projects. The successful candidate will be a
relationship builder with staff and the community, a strategic thinker, capable manager of a wide project portfolio, and able to identify opportunities to use projects to advance the long-term vision for the City.

Here at the City of Brighton, we believe in a strong quality of life! That's why this position enjoys our full suite of benefits including paid time off, sick leave, 12 paid holidays and medical insurance upon starting. At the City of Brighton, we think investing in our talent has a positive impact on the community as a whole. This position receives a 9% retirement match that is vested immediately, enjoys annual salary increases as budget allows, and can take advantage of our generous training programs including certification bonuses and tuition assistance.

Brighton is a vibrant, close-knit community that deeply values its history and agricultural roots while embracing progress, innovation and sustainability. Just 20 miles north of downtown Denver and less than two hours from Colorado's famous mountain towns, Brighton is ideally located at the crossroads of everything. This connection has helped drive robust population growth, seeing the community double from 21,000 to over 41,000 residents in just two decades. Other draws include over 235 acres of parkland, 37 miles of trails, and beloved regional events including Brighton Summerfest, 4th of July, Egg
Dash, Art in the Park, Brighton BBQ, Turkey Trot and Festival of Lights.

Position Summary

The Director of Public Works can expect to oversee the activities and operations of the Public Works department, including street services and infrastructure construction
inspection. This includes, but is not limited to, directing and managing engineering services and functions related to public right-of-way, public parking and related
improvements; the design, construction, inspection, management, and maintenance of

all public rights-of-way, municipal parking areas, and related public improvements within the City; coordinating assigned activities with other City departments and outside agencies; and providing administrative support to the City Manager. This position works under the direction of the Deputy City Manager and City Manager and exercises direct supervision over assigned staff. The ideal candidate will come from a background in public works within a local municipality with experience in leadership and management.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Infrastructure Management, Civil Engineering, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Seven (7) years of professional public works experience including three (3) years in a supervisory capacity.
• Knowledge of theory, principles, practices, and techniques of comprehensive public works management, construction, inspection, and maintenance functions.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws: City ordinances, codes, rules, regulations, specifications, and standards governing the administration of public works functions and activities.
• Modern advanced principles and practices of public administration and program development, including municipal budget preparation and administration, purchasing and the maintenance of public records.
• Ability to perform essential job functions: sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, see, and demonstrate manual dexterity.
• Possession of a valid driver's license with a safe driving record.
• Ability to complete FEMA ICS 100 and IS 700 training within six (6) months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Colorado is desirable, but not required.

Please apply and tell us what you have to offer. Let us know about your hobbies, your goals, what you want to accomplish in your career. What are your qualifications, education, and experience as it relates to the position? Work experience can be considered as meeting the requirements above for candidates demonstrating the full range of applicable experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a valid driver's license with a safe driving record.

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Ability to complete FEMA ICS 100 and IS 700 training within six (6) months of hire.

Employment Type: Full Time