Public Works Director: Infrastructure Leader & Team Builder

Vermont League of Cities and Towns; Vermont; On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

VMERS pension plan

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

The Town of Norwich, VT is seeking a Director of Public Works, a full-time, salaried leadership role supervising Highway, Transfer Station, Custodial, and Buildings & Grounds. The Director develops and administers the department budget, plans maintenance of town highways and related infrastructure, and directs staff recruitment, retention, and ongoing training.

Strong oral and written communication skills are essential; a BA/BS is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of senior-level public works experience, including supervisory duties
• A BA/BS is preferred
• Strong oral and written communication skills for reports and public interactions

Responsibilities

• Oversee Highway, Transfer Station, Custodial, and Buildings & Grounds operations.
• Develop and administer the department budget and plan maintenance of infrastructure.
• Recruit, retain, and train staff; coordinate ongoing training and grants where applicable.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Town of Norwich, VT is seeking a Director of Public Works, a full-time, salaried leadership role supervising Highway, Transfer Station, Custodial, and Buildings & Grounds. The Director develops and administers the department budget, plans maintenance of town highways and related infrastructure, and directs staff recruitment, retention, and ongoing training.

Strong oral and written communication skills are essential; a BA/BS is preferred.