Public Works Operations Manager

Town of Mansfield; Mansfield Center (CT); On-site; USD 102,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Town of Mansfield in Mansfield Center, CT, seeks a Public Works Operations Manager to oversee road, grounds, fleet, and solid waste operations, with responsibility for planning, directing programs, and staff supervision.

The role requires an associate's degree plus supervisory/public works experience; CT driver's license is required, with CDL A/B and tree warden certs preferred. Work involves possible after-hours emergencies.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate's degree is desired, supplemented by considerable supervisory and public works operations experience.
• Equivalent experience and training will be considered; possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in CT is required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Public Works operations, including road, grounds, fleet, and solid waste.
• Plan, organize, and direct operational programs and staff; manage capital projects.
• Serve as Tree Warden and coordinate related activities.
• Support Town committees, boards, and commissions; maintain records and prepare reports.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Public works operations

Road maintenance

Grounds maintenance

Fleet maintenance

Solid waste operations

Education

Associate's degree

CDL A or B license preferred

Tree Warden certification preferred

Transfer Station Operator certification preferred

Job description

Public Works Operations Manager– Public Works Department

Job Overview:

This position is responsible for performing professional and administrative work overseeing Public Works operations, including road maintenance, grounds maintenance, fleet maintenance, and solid waste operations. Duties include planning, organizing, and directing operational programs and staff; serving as the Town's Tree Warden; managing capital projects; supporting Town committees, boards, and commissions; maintaining records and files; and preparing reports. Work is performed under general supervision.

Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate's degree is desired, supplemented by considerable supervisory and public works operations (roads, grounds, fleet, and solid waste) experience. Consideration will be given to equivalent experience and training. Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of Connecticut. Possession of a CDL A or B license is preferred. Certification as a tree warden at time of appointment preferred; certification must be obtained and maintained within 6 months of appointment or at time of first available certification class, whichever occurs first. Certification as a Transfer Station Operator preferred.

Work Schedule & Location:

This position is 40 hours per week. This position observes a 5-day work week. The selected candidate will be required to perform evening, holiday, or weekend work when responding to emergencies operations.

The work location is the Public Works Complex, 230 Clover Mill Road, Mansfield, CT 06268.

Salary (7/1/2026):

Non-Union (Town Administrators) Grade 22 –$102,291.12 - $132,880.32

Position is open until filled. Internal Posting - Town employees only.