Interim Public Works Director

The City of Warrenton, Oregon is seeking a qualified individual to serve as our Interim Public Works Director, as we recruit for a Public Works Director. 

Range 34:  $7,494.34 - $9,109.42 monthly + excellent benefits. Temporary Position under the direction of the City Manager. 

The Public Works Director provides leadership, direction, and general oversight of the Public Works Department. Supervises employees responsible for City infrastructure, enterprise utilities, and transportation systems - potable water production and distribution; sewer collection and treatment; stormwater collection, transportation systems including planning, Garbage Services, purchasing, GIS; and various other related activities. Work involves community engagement and public involvement with elected officials, other policy makers, and citizens. Serves as a Department Head on the City’s management team. Interacts with City Commission and other City departments on strategy and policy to ensure that the City’s mission and core values are incorporated into operational activities and services.

Preferred Qualifications include:

A Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering, Business Administration, Public Administration or related discipline; and a minimum of five years professional experience, including at least three years of supervisory responsibility; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the above described essential functions. A State of Oregon Professional Engineer license. Demonstrated fiscal management, capital budget management, and strategic planning, experience working in a community with active citizen involvement and significant community growth. The ability to work with elected officials, advisory boards, community, and environmental groups.

In place of the above requirements, any combination of relevant education and experience which demonstrates, the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the essential functions of the job will be considered.

See the attached PDF to download application and full job description. Application packet can also be obtained at City Hall, 225 S. Main Ave., Warrenton, Or 97146; (503) 861-2233. 

Mail application, resume, and cover letter to Dawne Shaw, City Recorder, City of Warrenton, PO Box 250, Warrenton, OR 97146 or email to dshaw@ci.warrenton.or.us.

Application deadline for the Interim position is January 18, 2023, 5:00 p.m.