Position: Public Works Director
Department: Public Works, Sewer Utility and Water Utility
Immediate Supervisor: Administrator
Classification: Multi-Department Supervisor
Date Posted: January 7, 2025
Salary: $90,000 – $110,000 DOQ
Application Deadline: January 27, 2025
Opportunity – The Village of Jackson (pop. 7,926) is seeking candidates to fill the role of Director of Public Works. The current Director of Public Works and Village Engineer of 27 years has earned their moment to retire, and the Village is searching for the next passionate leader to fill the role! The Director of Public Works is a senior member of the Village Administrator’s management team and per Village Code Section 2-82 the Director of Public Works position is appointed by the Village Board for an indefinite term. The Director of Public Works is responsible for directing, coordinating and expediting the activities of Public Works Department, the Sewer Utility, and the Water Utility. This role manages approximately $5,200,000 in annual expenses for operations of all three (3) departments. Additionally, the Director supervises 18 employees and guides them as necessary to ensure economical and efficient operation of each department. The successor Director/Engineer will be responsible for completion of the first of three phased upgrades to the Wastewater Treatment Plant and commencing construction on two (2) road reconstruction projects.
Minimum requirements – A Professional Engineer license is preferred but not required. A high school diploma or GED is required. An associate’s degree with emphasis in Water/Wastewater system management preferred. Certificate of completion of APWA Public Works Management Institute, or ability to complete within one (1) year of employment required. Three (3) years or more of progressive management experience required. The ideal candidate shall have a minimum of two (2) years of experience supervising and/or serving as lead operator of both a municipal water system and a wastewater treatment plant. Candidates must also demonstrate experience managing streets and parks projects in convert with annual operational and capital projects budgets. A valid Wisconsin Driver’s License is required.
Compensation & Benefits – The DPW Director is an exempt, non-represented position. The hiring range is $90,000 to $110,000, DOQ. Those choosing the Village of Jackson will find opportunities to attend trainings, and access to a comprehensive benefits package including FSA contributions, robust health insurance, WRS, life insurance, paid sick time, paid vacation, and paid holidays.
How to Apply – Visit the Village of Jackson’s website at www.villageofjacksonwi.gov to submit an application. Full job posting can be found at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/jacksonwi Questions about this role should be directed to the Village Administrator, Jen Heidtke at Jen.Heidtke@villageofjacksonwi.gov. Along with a completed application, candidates shall also submit a resume, a cover letter outlining their interest in the position, and three (3) professional references.
Deadline – Applications will be reviewed Monday, January 27th at 4 p.m.
Village of Jackson
C/O Ms. Jen Heidtke, Village Administrator
N168W19851 Main Street
Jackson, WI 53037
As a condition of employment, the intended candidate will be subject to a background investigation and a drug screen. Pre-employment evaluations will be conducted at the expense of the Village of Jackson. The Village of Jackson highly values the unique perspectives of all our employees and encourages individuals who reflect the diversity of our community to apply.
The Village of Jackson is an E.O.E.