Director Of Public Works Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $40.25 - $51.21 Hourly
Location : City of Flint
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 25-00032D
Department: Utilities - Administration
Opening Date: 10/28/2025
FLSA: Determined by Position
Bargaining Unit: Exempt
Job Level: 32
Pre-Employment Requirements
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all applicable pre-employment screenings and verification of eligibility to work in the United States, in accordance with applicable laws, civil service rules, and collective bargaining agreements.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Under the supervision of the Director of the Department of Public Works the Deputy DPW Director is responsible for performing executive level administration, supervisory and technical work in directing the activities of a full-service public works department which includes transportation, sanitation, and utilities/water services.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1.Plans, organizes and directs all aspects of departmental operations ensuring safety, quality and efficiency. Develops, recommends and implements departmental policies and procedures, internal controls, and departmental goals and objectives in accordance with departmental needs, legal requirements and the city's overall strategic plan.
2.Evaluate the need for and develop plans, schedules and cost estimates for long-range capital improvement programs and maintenance of public facilities.
3.Assists the Public Works Department in meetings with public officials, other public agencies and civic groups to coordinate, develop and implement projects and programs.
4.Assists with maintaining departmental awareness of state-of-the-art developments in management and fields of Public Works operations
5.Assists with monitoring development related to designated services areas, evaluates their impact on City operations and implements policy and procedure improvements.
6.Assists with monitoring existing methods and procedures, making recommendations for increased efficiencies and cost effectiveness.
7.Assists with ensuring that utility systems and facilities meet State and EPA requirements.
8.Resolves citizen complaints regarding delivery of departmental services.
9.Supervises personnel and assists with performance and oversees training and professional development.
10.Selects and procures equipment and materials as needed in accordance with capital improvement plans and approved budgets.
11.Prepares and maintains appropriate records and reports as required.
12.Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, streamline work processes and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality customer service.
13.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, subordinates, city officials, company representatives and regulatory agencies.
14.Performs other duties as determined by the City Administrator.
MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Associates degree in STEM (Science, Technical, and Engineering or Math) or closely related field, and seven (7) to ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in the area of public works, utilities engineering AND two (2) years in an administrative/supervisory capacity.
OR
Bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technical, and Engineering or Math) or closely related field, and five (5) to seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in the area of public works, utilities engineering AND at least one (1) year in an administrative/supervisory capacity.
OR
High School Diploma or Equivalent AND a minimum of fifteen (15) years of progressively years of progressively responsible experience in the area of public works, utilities engineering and at least one (1) year in an administrative/supervisory capacity
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Exempt
Please see attached Job Description and Job Posting for further details. You must meet the minimum entrance requirements and attach supporting documentation to be considered for employment. Failure to supply required documentation (i.e. Transcripts, Driver's License, and incomplete application) will result in disqualification for consideration).
Employees hired by the City must maintain residency as follows: Exempt - within 25 miles of the nearest boundary of the City of Flint.
Please be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application, but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.
The job description does not constitute an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills. It is also not an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Submitting an application does not guarantee that you will be contacted for further consideration. Applicants selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department. Due to varying hiring timelines and recruitment processes, not all applicants may receive notification of the final hiring decision.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The City of Flint is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Notice
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring or selection process should contact the Human Resources Department.
The City of Flint recognizes the value of benefits to employees and their families and offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to eligible full-time employees. Benefits will be provided based upon employment status.
Benefits offered include the following:
Retirement Program: City of Flint eligible employees participate in the MERS hybrid plan. The MERS Hybrid Plan offers you two important tools. The stability and security of a defined benefit plan, combined with the flexibility and investment choice of a defined contribution plan to help you achieve your retirement goals. At retirement, you'll receive a modest lifetime defined benefit (DB) and a separate defined contribution (DC) account you manage.
The DC plan requires an employee pretax irrevocable contribution of 1%-5% (Exempts employees contribute 5%). The employer pays the DB portion and matches the employee's DC contribution. (Maximum employer match is capped at 10% for both the DB & DC. DB is always funded first). Employee contributions are 100% vested. Employer DC contributions vest at 20% per year and fully vest after 5 years. DB portion vests after 6 years and is payable at age 60. The City of Flint is a reciprocal employer under Act 88
Insurance Benefits: The City of Flint offers medical insurance (HAP and BCBS of Michigan), dental and vision to eligible employees, their spouses, and qualified dependents. Life & AD&D and short-term disability are available for free to eligible employees after six months of employment. The City of Flint offers a $100 per month opt-out payment for any employee who has other insurance coverage through a spouse or former employer and chooses not to take the City's medical insurance.
Eligible employees can also enroll in flexible spending accounts for both medical and dependents. They have immediate access to the full amount selected while paying back that amount with pre-tax payroll deductions over the following year.
City of Flint eligible employees also participate in an HCSP plan for future retiree health care costs. Employees contribute $600 pre-tax yearly ($23.08 each pay they work and/are paid 40 hours regular wages) and the employer matches $1500 yearly ($57.70 each pay they work and/are paid 40 hours regular wages). This plan is available for use after termination of employment. (The employer match is vested 20% each year and 100% vested after 5 years.)
EAP: The Ulliance Life Advisor Employee Assistance Program is designed to help employees, their spouses or live-in partners and their dependents through the age of 26 with the many personal/work challenges that we all encounter from time to timeThe Ulliance Life Advisor Employee Assistance Program is confidential, and no cost to eligible employees, spouses/partners or covered dependents.
Voluntary Plans: The City of Flint also allows eligible employees to participate in voluntary supplemental programs. Aflac, Colonial, Equitable 457 plan and Mission Square 457 plans are available to employees. The 457 plans require pre-tax deductions. The 457 plans also allow employees to borrow up to 50% of their balance with a 5-year repayment schedule.
Professional Development: Eligible employees can apply for a $500 educational reimbursement per calendar year. Curriculums must be job-related courses from an accredited educational institution while maintaining a full-time employment status.
Student Loan Forgiveness: As an employee of the City of Flint, you may be allowed to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Information to help determine if you qualify is available from the US Department of Education.
Paid Holidays: Eligible employees receive holidays each year including New Year's Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Day. (** Sworn Officers receive Easter Sunday holiday instead of New Year's Eve holiday).
PTO (Paid Time Off): PTO is provided according to union contracts and/or exempt policies to eligible employees. Earned PTO balances carry over each year and are paid out at termination for any employee with 6-month seniority.
Flex (Comp Time): Sworn Officers are allowed to bank overtime at 1.5 hours x hours worked. Flex time is used as leave time and the employee is paid out for any unused eligible hours at termination.
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Do you have a an Associates degree in STEM (Science, Technical, and Engineering or Math) or closely related field, and seven (7) to ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in the area of public works, utilities engineering AND two (2) years in an administrative/supervisory capacity?

• Yes
• No

02
Bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technical, and Engineering or Math) or closely related field, and five (5) to seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in the area of public works, utilities engineering AND at least one (1) year in an administrative/supervisory capacity.

• Yes
• No

03
Do you have a High School Diploma or Equivalent AND a minimum of fifteen (15) years of progressively responsible experience in the area of public works, utilities engineering and at least one (1) year in an administrative/supervisory capacity?

• Yes
• No

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