Public Works Director & County Engineer — Impact Leader

Lmtribune; Washington; Hybrid; USD 133,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

Lmtribune in Asotin County, WA seeks a Public Works Director/County Engineer to lead Roads, Solid Waste, and Stormwater divisions. You will plan, organize, and direct major initiatives, overseeing design, construction, and maintenance of roadways and bridges while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree and WA PE registration (or ability to obtain within six months) plus a minimum of three years of managerial experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field required.
• Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in Washington or the ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• Minimum of three years of progressively responsible managerial experience.
• Professional engineering expertise in design, construction, or maintenance of roadways.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct, and implement initiatives in the Public Works Department (Roads, Solid Waste, Stormwater).
• Lead projects involving the establishment, design, construction, or improvement of local roads and bridges while ensuring safety and compliance.
• Oversee compliance with legal and safety requirements and manage departmental staff and budgets.
• Serve as a strategic steward of county infrastructure and public safety.

Skills

Managerial experience

Roadway design/maintenance

Regulatory compliance

Civil engineering knowledge

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Civil Engineer license (WA)

Job description

Lmtribune in Asotin County, WA seeks a Public Works Director/County Engineer to lead Roads, Solid Waste, and Stormwater divisions. You will plan, organize, and direct major initiatives, overseeing design, construction, and maintenance of roadways and bridges while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree and WA PE registration (or ability to obtain within six months) plus a minimum of three years of managerial experience.