Public Works Director

City of Quinlan, TX; Quinlan (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Quinlan, TX is seeking a Public Works Director to plan, direct and review the activities of the Public Works and Public Utilities Departments, including engineering, water/wastewater, inspections, and street maintenance. You will coordinate with other city departments and outside agencies and advise the City Administrator on major policy decisions.

Requirements include knowledge of applicable codes, strong communication skills, and a valid driver's license; a Civil Engineering degree

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of applicable public works codes and regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication; able to prepare reports and presentations.
• Ability to build relationships with the public, staff, and officials.
• Proficient in operating heavy and light equipment; valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct and review Public Works and Public Utilities activities.
• Develop long- and short-term departmental goals and budgets.
• Advise City Administrator and Council on Public Works matters.
• Ensure compliance with federal/state/local regulations (TCEQ, EPA).
• Coordinate with other departments and outside agencies.

Education

High school diploma

Civil Engineering degree preferred

Class B/C water license

Wastewater operator license

Driver's license

Public works knowledge

Written and oral communication

Equipment operation

Tools

Computer operations

Job description

Format for PrintingOpen$90,000 - $110,000.00

Summary

Plan, direct and review the activities of the Public Works and Public Utilities Departments, including engineering, water/wastewater, infrastructure inspections, traffic operations and street maintenance; coordinates assigned activities with other City departments and outside agencies; and, provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to the City Administrator; Responsible for planning, organizing, directing and coordinating the activities of the several divisions comprising the Public Works and Public Utilities Departments. The Public Works Director is responsible for determining major departmental policies, for planning long-term programs and for making difficult technical decisions.

Supervision Received

Works under the general supervision of the City Administrator.

Supervision Exercised

Over all employees of the Public Works Department, including full-time, part-time and contract labor.

10/13/2026 12:00 AM

Open Until Filled

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must possess basic knowledge of applicable codes, ordinances and regulations regarding public works. Must possess the skills to communicate in writing and orally, must be capable of making reports and oral presentations; must have the ability to maintain working relationships and communicate with the public, City employees, City administration and elected officials; ability to deal with the public in a safe and friendly manner; knowledge of computer, electrical, water and mechanical operations related to Public Works; knowledge of the proper and safe use, application and maintenance of heavy and light equipment. Possession of a valid driver's license, in good standing is required. Ability to work in extreme cold, heat and temperature swings; Ability to work with exposure to dust and fumes. Ability to walk, carry, climb, kneel, sit, squat (in awkward positions), and stand for extended periods of time.

Experience and Education

Must be knowledgeable of applicable Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations. Any work-related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above required knowledge, skills and abilities is an acceptable substitute. Must have a minimum of 5 years' experience in water/wastewater operations, 3 years of which is in a supervisory role.

License and Certificates

Must possess a high school diploma, Civil Engineering degree preferred. Must hold a minimum of a Class B/C water License as issued by TCEQ. Must hold a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Class B/C as issued by the TCEQ or ability to obtain within one year.

Physical Demands Of The Position

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and stand. The employee is required to walk; use hands to operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of Director of Public Works, the employee works both indoors, sometimes in an office environment, and outdoors, often in inclement weather conditions, including but not limited to rainy, wet, humid, snow, ice, cold and hot weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, in high and precarious locations, exposed to exposed to fumes or airborne particles; occasionally exposed to toxic, caustic or carcinogenic chemicals; exposes to extreme cold, extreme heat, loud noise vibrations, and may be exposed to aquatic hazards.

Other Requirements

Employee must be willing to live within a 30-minute response time area.

Responsibilities

Employee is required to have a telephone at his/her residence for emergency availability, and may be required to respond to an emergency on a 24-hour per day basis. Employee may also be required to carry a cellular telephone furnished by the City. Additionally, employee is expected to respond as soon as possible to non-emergency calls from the City Administrator or other City representatives unless procedures state otherwise.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but not limited to the following:

• Plan, direct and review the activities of the Public Works and Public Utilities Departments, including engineering, water/waste water, construction inspections, traffic operations and street maintenance; coordinates assigned activities with other City departments and outside agencies.
• Responsible for planning, organizing, directing and coordinating the activities of the several divisions, comprising the Public Works Department.
• Develop, plan, and implement long and short term departmental goals and objectives; recommend and administer policies and procedures.
• Supervise and participate in the development and implementation of Public Works projects including preparing and monitoring project budgets and completion deadlines and other Public Works project management issues.
• Formulate long-range plans for engineering, water/waste water, infrastructure inspection, street maintenance, and traffic operations. Confer with and advise administrative staff on problems related to the maintenance and operations of Public Works and Utilities infrastructure and related systems and the interpretation and related enforcement of rules and regulations.
• Serve as advisor to the City Administrator and City Council on Public Works matters; conduct special studies and assignments; develop comprehensive recommendations for City management use.
• Select, train, motivate, and evaluate departmental personnel; establish and monitor employee performance objectives; prepare and present employee performance reviews; provide or coordinate departmental staff training; work with and/or counsel with employees to correct deficiencies.
• Respond to and resolve the most difficult citizen inquiries and complaints related to City Public Works. Meet with the public in small and large groups to discuss City Public Works policies, practices, and problems.
• Determine the need for new equipment and facilities and major repair and rebuilding projects. Coordinate Public Works activities with other City departments and with outside agencies.
• Maintain departmental awareness of contemporary developments in Public Works management and the related fields of specialty. Perform related duties, as assigned.
• Prepare budget estimates for the Public Works and Public Utilities Departments.
• Use excellent customer service skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, City officials, other state and/or federal agencies/personnel and all members of the general public.
• Demonstrate continuous effort to improve Public Works operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide high quality customer service.
• Knowledgeable in the methods, procedures, and standard practices of civil engineering applicable to public works programs, projects, and functions.
• Knowledgeable in the federal, state, local, City and other applicable environmental and safety statutes, ordinances, and codes.
• Knowledgeable in and involvement in the public hearing, review, and approval processes pertaining to infrastructure projects and the Public Works and Public Utilities Departments generally.
• Knowledgeable in the state regulations and City policies regarding safety training and safe work practices.
• Serve as a member of various committees (including staff committees), as required and/or assigned.
• Operate a motor vehicle to assist in carrying out the business of the Public Works Department and the City.
• Maintain a variety of work records, personnel records, records of purchases and expenditure, and prepare appropriate periodic and special reports so that the City administration can stay up- to- date on all aspects of the Public Works Department.
• Responsible for timely submission of required reports as required by TCEQ.
• Responsible for timely submission of water/wastewater samples taken as required by TCEQ.
• Knowledge of and responsibility to adhere to all TCEQ rules and regulations.
• Oversee compliance with all EPA, TDH, TCEQ and other regulatory bodies concerning water/wastewater.
• Provide staff support to various boards and commissions, as needed and/or assigned.
• Attend professional development workshops and conferences to keep abreast of trends and developments in the respective fields of responsibility and in the Public Works area.
• Perform other duties as may be required by the City Administrator.

Selection Guidelines

Formal application, rating of education, and experience; oral interview and reference check. Must successfully complete screening examinations, physical abilities test, and other job-related tests as required, background checks, drug screen, employment physical and other processes as may be determined by the City Council.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The City of Quinlan is an "at will" employer. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.