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Public Works Director
Job Status:
Closed - no longer accepting applications
The City of St. Helens is seeking qualified applicants to fill the position of Public Works Director. The ideal candidate is a solution-oriented and collaborative leader with the ability to perform complex supervisory, administrative, and professional work as a manager of the divisions of Engineering, Operations, Fleet, Parks, Water Filtration, and Wastewater Treatment. This position works under the broad policy guidance and direction of the City Administrator. A Council liaison is assigned by the Mayor. This position coordinates activities closely with the City Administrator and directs the work of 32 FTE with an operating budget of $15.42 million annually. Click here to view complete position brochure.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Undergraduate degree in civil engineering, public administration, or business from an accredited four-year college or university. PE or advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of five years’ experience in public works related positions with at least three to five years in supervisory positions.
- Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Please see job description below for a complete list of duties, qualifications, and requirements.
Terms of Employment:
- Annual Salary: $94,152 (Step 1) to $115,596 (Step 5).
- Excellent benefits package.
- This is an exempt position.
To apply, candidates must complete a City application form available below and mail it with a cover letter and detailed resume to the following address:
City of St. Helens
Attn: City Recorder
265 Strand Street
St. Helens, OR 97051
If you are a veteran and would like veterans' preference points, please complete that form available below and attach it with the required documentation.
Incomplete application packets received will not be considered for employment. If you do not complete the entire application, sign it, and include a cover letter and resume, you will not be considered for employment.
The successful candidate will be required to pass a background check.
If you have any questions, please contact City Recorder Kathy Payne at 503-366-8217 or by email at kathy@ci.st-helens.or.us.
Position is open until filled.
The City of St. Helens is an equal opportunity employer.
