ASSISTANT SERVICE DIRECTOR

Westcarrollton; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 89,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Personal leave

Sick leave

11 paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid life insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Deferred compensation

Employee assistance program

OPERS retirement

Job summary

West Carrollton is seeking an experienced civil engineer to serve as Assistant Service Director, assisting in leading the City’s Service Department and overseeing water/wastewater services, refuse collection, street maintenance, engineering, and construction inspection.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, a minimum of five years of related experience, and a Ohio PE license (or equivalent). The City is an equal‑opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field and at least five years of related experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Ohio or equivalent combination of education/experience.
• Knowledge of water and wastewater services, refuse collection, street maintenance, engineering, and construction inspection.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading the City’s Service Department and support the Service Director.
• Help oversee operations related to water and wastewater services, refuse collection, and street maintenance.
• Provide leadership in capital project management and infrastructure planning.

Skills

Civil engineering

Public works management

Leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

West Carrollton is seeking a dynamic and experienced civil engineer to serve as Assistant Service Director. The Assistant Service Director will assist in leading the City’s Service Department, helping oversee operations related to water and wastewater services, refuse collection, street maintenance, engineering, and construction inspection. The successful candidate will have significant experience in public works administration, engineering, infrastructure planning, capital project management, and leadership. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative problem solver who can balance technical expertise with strong interpersonal skills, support the Service Director in advancing departmental priorities, and help ensure the efficient delivery of essential public services that support the City’s long‑term goals and quality of life.

Those possessing the job skills, responsibilities, knowledge, and abilities included in the position description are encouraged to apply.

Salary and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $3,429.43 – $4,457.58 bi‑weekly DOQ. The City of West Carrollton offers a robust benefits package, including:

• Paid vacation
• Personal leave
• Sick leave
• 11 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid life insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Deferred compensation
• Employee assistance program
• Participation in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering, or related field; supplemented by a minimum of five years of related experience; be a licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Ohio; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

The City of West Carrollton is an equal‑opportunity employer.