Assistant Public Works Director: Operations & IT Leadership

City of Arlington, TX; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Arlington, TX seeks a senior Public Works leader to oversee Street Maintenance, Traffic Operations, Stormwater and Information Services. You will manage capital projects, budgets, and emergency response, reporting to the City Manager and coordinating with regional agencies.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, 5+ years in a supervisory technical role, and the ability to direct 112 staff across diverse teams in a dynamic city environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a relevant field.
• Five years' supervisory experience.
• Five years' technical experience in streets, traffic, stormwater, or information services.

Responsibilities

• Administer and direct Street Maintenance, Traffic Operations, Stormwater Operations, and Information Services divisions.
• Develop and manage long-range planning and budgets for multiple funds.
• Coordinate emergency operations response and emergency communications.
• Prepare reports for City leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

Maintenance planning

Budgeting

Emergency management

Strategic planning

Leadership

Communication with council

Project coordination

Policy development

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Public Administration, or related field

Tools

Cartegraph work order management system

Pavement management system

Job description

The City of Arlington, TX seeks a senior Public Works leader to oversee Street Maintenance, Traffic Operations, Stormwater and Information Services. You will manage capital projects, budgets, and emergency response, reporting to the City Manager and coordinating with regional agencies.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, 5+ years in a supervisory technical role, and the ability to direct 112 staff across diverse teams in a dynamic city environment.