Public Works Director: Strategic Infrastructure Leader

City Of Opa Locka; Florida; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Opa-locka seeks a seasoned Public Works Director to lead the City’s Public Works Department, directing streets, water, wastewater, stormwater, facilities, fleet, and capital projects. This senior role requires a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Civil Engineering, or a related field and at least seven years in public works, with five years in supervisory roles.

You will develop budgets, manage contracts, ensure regulatory compliance, report to the City Manager and City

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Public Administration, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of seven (7) years in public works, with at least five (5) years in supervisory roles.
• Experience with budgeting, procurement, and contract administration.
• Knowledge of water distribution, wastewater, stormwater, streets, and facilities operations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct, and evaluate all Public Works Department operations.
• Provide executive leadership to division managers and staff.
• Establish departmental goals, performance measures, and priorities.
• Develop and enforce policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Coordinate with other city departments and external agencies.
• Prepare reports and presentations for City Manager and City Commission.

Skills

Executive leadership

Budgeting

Public works knowledge

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration/Civil Engineering/related field

Job description

City of Opa-locka seeks a seasoned Public Works Director to lead the City’s Public Works Department, directing streets, water, wastewater, stormwater, facilities, fleet, and capital projects. This senior role requires a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Civil Engineering, or a related field and at least seven years in public works, with five years in supervisory roles.

You will develop budgets, manage contracts, ensure regulatory compliance, report to the City Manager and City