Public Works Deputy Director, Operations & Infrastructure

Adams County Colorado; Brighton (CO); On-site; USD 123,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams County Colorado seeks a Public Works Deputy Director to lead the Operations Working Group, overseeing ROW maintenance, roadway operations, and emergency response programs. This senior role aligns department programs with county priorities and regulatory requirements.

The position manages budgeted workloads, guides managers, and coordinates with County leadership, emergency management, and external partners to ensure effective service delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, planning, construction management, public administration or related field is required.
• Equivalent combination of experience may substitute the degree on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Public Works Director with department-wide management, priorities and objectives.
• Provide strategic oversight for Operations Working Group including ROW, roadway and drainage maintenance, pavement maintenance, street sweeping, and snow/ice response.

Skills

ROW maintenance

leadership

emergency response

public works budgeting

communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (engineering/planning/construction management/public administration)

Tools

JD Edwards

Cartegraph

Accela

Masterworks

ArcView GIS

Job description

Adams County Colorado seeks a Public Works Deputy Director to lead the Operations Working Group, overseeing ROW maintenance, roadway operations, and emergency response programs. This senior role aligns department programs with county priorities and regulatory requirements.

The position manages budgeted workloads, guides managers, and coordinates with County leadership, emergency management, and external partners to ensure effective service delivery.