Public Works Director

Job Description

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CLOSING DATE: Open until filled. Department will begin reviewing applications on April 1, 2024. Position may close at any time after this date. However, applications will continue to be accepted until position is filled.

STARTING SALARY: $141,482-212,222/annually. Starting salary DOQ, typically at midpoint or below.

STATUS: Appointed (benefitted)

DEPARTMENT: Public Works

SUMMARY: An Appointed Category 1 position under the strategic direction of the City Administrator and Mayor, manages all facets of operations, budget and personnel within the Public Works Department; develops, implements, and monitors all projects within Transportation, Engineering, Streets, Fleet, to include all capital improvements.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Requires a bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Engineering, or a related field. Requires ten years related experience with progressively increasing responsibilities including at least four years administrative and supervisory experience. May substitute up to two years of additional education for two years of required experience, except supervisory experience. Valid Utah Driver’s License required. Probationary Period: Not Applicable. This is an appointed position exempt from the protections described in Utah Code Ann. Section 10-3-1105 (1) (a). Knowledge ofmanagement, research, budgeting, public administration, statutory requirements of municipal infrastructure facilities and systems as they apply to OSHA, EPA guidelines, etc. Responsibility for the direction of Public Works; the supervision of a budget (including carryover) of 18 million dollars; great responsibility for the care, condition, and use of materials, equipment, money, and tools; great responsibility for making decisions which affect the activities of others - what to do, when to do it and how; great responsibility for the supervision of all Public Works division directors and other staff members. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; ability to professionally furnish and obtain information from other departments; contact with other departments, requiring tact and judgment to avoid friction; constant contact with the public presenting data that may influence important decisions; requires a well developed sense of strategy and timing; ability to deal well with upset and irate people; regular and frequent contact with persons of high rank, requiring tact and judgment to deal with and influence people.

NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online at https://jobs.citysuitehr.com/sandycity. If you don’t have access to a computer you can visit Sandy City Human Resources office to apply at 10000 Centennial Parkway, Suite 310 (10000 S. 170 W) Sandy Utah. Sandy City will provide reasonable accommodations for any applicant during the examination and selection process. Sandy City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, protected veteran’s status or other classes protected by applicable federal, state and local employment law. The City encourages applicants with all and varying language abilities, the city will accept applications and resumes in other languages but, to be properly processed, applications and resumes must be accompanied by an application and resume in English to assist City employees who are English speaking only. In addition, it is the City’s policy not to discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities in regard to application procedures, hiring, advancement, discharge, compensation, training or other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. If you have special needs or questions, please call 801-568-7151. Sandy City is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. Must pass drug test before hire. If the position is a step position, it may be filled at a lower level.

Company Description

Sandy City is located in beautiful Salt Lake County, Utah. Our walkable and transit-oriented city center called "The Cairns" connects mountain adventure with an active urban lifestyle. With a bustling city arts and entertainment scene, world-class mountain skiing and summer recreation, a strong network of trails and outdoor public spaces, and unsurpassed shopping and dining, Sandy City is a destination location like no other!

With low property taxes, a low crime rate, great job availability, a highly-rated school system, and excellent entertainment and recreation options, Sandy City is a great place to live and work. If you think you are ready to be a part of our community, then we encourage you to continue with this job application!

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Retirement
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Short-term Medical Leave
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Training Opportunities
• Expressions of Appreciation
• Departmental Specific Awards
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts
• Tuition Assistance Programs
• Bereavement Leave
• Court Witness and Jury Duty Leave
• No Social Security Deductions
• Remote Work or Condensed Work Week (certain positions and with department head approval)

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