Public Works Deputy Director - Operations & Strategy

Barnesairport; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Westfield seeks an Assistant Director of Public Works to lead daily operations, coordinate divisions, manage budgets, safety, and capital programs. The role supervises staff, ensures regulatory compliance, and acts as Director when needed.

Strong leadership and communication required; experience with public sector procurement preferred. The position requires strategic planning, cross-department coordination, and the ability to respond to emergencies affecting Public Works operations.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of general business practices and personnel management.
• Ability to deal with appropriate governmental agencies.
• General knowledge of administrative and management practices and Federal, State, and Municipal regulations.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws relating to Public Works, Water and Wastewater operations including knowledge of administration, supervision, promotion and emergency operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director in the overall administration and operation of the Public Works Department.
• Coordinate activities among Public Works divisions to promote efficient use of personnel, equipment, facilities and financial resources.
• Assist in developing short- and long-term departmental work plans, operational priorities and capital improvement programs.
• Monitors departmental workload, staffing levels, schedules and operational performance.
• Identifies operational deficiencies and recommends improvements to policies, procedures, staffing, equipment and work methods.
• Assists the Director in establishing departmental goals, performance measures and service standards.

Job description

City of Westfield seeks an Assistant Director of Public Works to lead daily operations, coordinate divisions, manage budgets, safety, and capital programs. The role supervises staff, ensures regulatory compliance, and acts as Director when needed.

Strong leadership and communication required; experience with public sector procurement preferred. The position requires strategic planning, cross-department coordination, and the ability to respond to emergencies affecting Public Works operations.