Public Works Director

Job Description Public Works DirectorCity of Wilmer, TexasDepartment: Public Works / Water & WastewaterStatus: Full-Time | ExemptPosition SummaryThe Public Works Director provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the City's public infrastructure systems, including water distribution, wastewater collection, streets, drainage, parks, and municipal facilities. This position ensures the reliable delivery of essential public services while maintaining safe roadways, functional stormwater systems, and well-maintained City facilities.The Director plans, directs, and evaluates departmental operations; manages staff and resources; oversees capital improvement initiatives; and ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. The role also serves as a key advisor to City leadership on infrastructure planning, operational efficiency, and long-term asset management.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide overall leadership and direction for Public Works and Utilities operations.Oversee the maintenance, repair, and operation of water distribution, wastewater collection, streets, storm drainage, parks, and municipal facilities.Develop and implement departmental policies, procedures, and operational strategies.Lead long‑range infrastructure planning, including capital improvement projects.Develop and manage the department's annual operating budget and monitor expenditures.Coordinate infrastructure master planning for water, sewer, streets, and stormwater systems.Supervise, mentor, and evaluate Public Works staff.Coordinate with consulting engineers, contractors, and regulatory agencies.Respond to citizen concerns and ensure timely resolution of service requests.Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations governing public works operations.Ideal CandidateLeadership experience managing municipal public works or utilities operations.Knowledge of water distribution, wastewater systems, stormwater infrastructure, and street maintenance.Experience with capital improvement planning and infrastructure asset management.Strong communication and relationship-building skills.Ability to collaborate effectively with elected officials, staff, contractors, and the public.Experience in dealing with TXDOT.Experience securing additional long-term water sources and developing capital improvement programs.Minimum QualificationsEducationBachelor's degree in Public Administration, Engineering, Business Administration, Urban Planning, or a related field.Master's degree preferred.ExperienceMinimum ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in public works, infrastructure management, or municipal utilities, including supervisory experience.LicensesClass B Water Distribution License.Class III Wastewater Collection License.Valid Texas Class C Driver's License.Work EnvironmentWork is performed in both office and field environments. The position may require site inspections, field evaluations, and exposure to outdoor conditions, including heat, cold, noise, dust, and moving mechanical equipment typical of public works operations.Equal Opportunity StatementThe City of Wilmer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status.