Senior Public Works Director & Projects Leader

Fairbanks North Star, Borough of (AK); Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fairbanks North Star Borough seeks a Level IV senior professional in Public Works to supervise multiple divisions, oversee capital projects, budgets and compliance programs, and act as Department head when needed.

Responsibilities include coordinating administration, design and construction, preparing reports, delivering public presentations, directing staff, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance across programs.

Qualifications

• Professional registration as an architect or engineer and ability to become registered in Alaska within six months of hire.
• 4- or 5-year degree in architecture or engineering from an accredited college.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and coordinates Administration, Design and Construction, Solid Waste, Rural Services, and Facilities Maintenance Divisions.
• Oversees Capital Improvement Program development and facility condition inventories.
• Prepares reports and presents to the public and Borough leadership.
• Directs staff hiring, training, and performance evaluations.
• Develops and administers contracts and complies with regulatory requirements.
• Ensures compliance with MS4 permit, levee maintenance, and AHERA program.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Leadership

Public speaking

Communication

Education

Architect degree

Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

The Fairbanks North Star Borough seeks a Level IV senior professional in Public Works to supervise multiple divisions, oversee capital projects, budgets and compliance programs, and act as Department head when needed.

Responsibilities include coordinating administration, design and construction, preparing reports, delivering public presentations, directing staff, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance across programs.