Director of Public Works

County of Glenn; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Glenn seeks an experienced Director of Public Works to oversee engineering, transportation planning, road maintenance, sanitation services, airports, and flood control. The Director reports to the CAO and Board of Supervisors, guiding a large team and managing a substantial operating and CIP budget to deliver essential infrastructure for the County.

The ideal candidate combines decisive leadership with strong understanding of infrastructure systems, project delivery, and regulatory

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: Equivalent to the completion of twelfth (12th) grade and graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree.
• Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in Public Works, Engineering, Construction or other related field with three (3) years in the supervisory capacity.
• License & Special Requirements: Requires a valid California driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee engineering, transportation planning, road maintenance, sanitation services, airports, and flood control operations.
• Lead a high-performing team and manage operating and capital improvement program (CIP) budget.
• Deliver critical infrastructure and public services across the County.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

The County of Glenn is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Director of Public Works to oversee a diverse and high-impact portfolio critical to the County’s safety, sustainability, and long-term growth. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer and Board of Supervisors, this executive leadership role oversees engineering, transportation planning, road maintenance, sanitation services, airports, and flood control operations. The Director leads a high-performing team and manages a significant operating and capital improvement program (CIP) budget, ensuring the delivery of critical infrastructure and public services across the County.

The ideal candidate is a decisive and collaborative leader with a strong understanding of infrastructure systems, capital project delivery, and public works operations. This individual brings sound judgment, political acumen, and the ability to navigate complex regulatory environments while building trust with staff, elected officials, and the community.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES:

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education and Experience:

Equivalent to the completion of twelfth (12th) grade and graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.

Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in Public Works, Engineering, Construction or other related field with three (3) years in the supervisory capacity.

License & Special Requirements:

Requires a valid California driver's license.