This position is open until filled, with first review of applications on February 9. Tentative start date for this position is May 2026 to allow overlap with outgoing Public Works Director.
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The Public Works Director provides leadership in an innovative, data-driven environment that builds the activities and operations of Sequim's Public Works Department. Through a strong manager team including deputy director, this individual is responsible for: public works operations; capital improvement project engineering and administration; transportation planning and engineering; solid waste management; land development engineering and administration; fleet management; facility maintenance; state and other intergovernmental contracts; water and sewer system operations and planning; management of public rights-of-way; and parks & events.
This position works under the broad policy guidance of the City Manager and directs the operations of the department following state and federal constitutional law, as well as other administrative and legislative policies, and the policies and ordinances of the City of Sequim. This individual is primarily responsible for establishing and implementing departmental policies, effectively managing finances and coordinating the use of all available resources in a manner that provides stability to the department and appropriate services to the community. The Director performs specialized work which requires the ability to exercise independent judgment, initiative, and discretion, and also completes projects and accepts additional responsibilities, as directed by the City Manager.
The Public Works Director works closely with other department heads to collaborate on integrated solutions, and has contact with numerous outside government officials as well as vendors and consultants to best equip the Public Works Department.
The Sequim Public Works department team is highly collaborative and team oriented. The ideal candidate must be a good communicator and solution-focused, enabling a participatory approach to leadership with the goal of obtaining high decision quality. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to wear many hats and must be capable of leading the team to successful solutions for a range of topics including budget, capital projects, land development, utility rates, personnel, organization structure, and long-range strategic planning.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Public Administration, Business Administration or a closely related field required. Ten or more years of progressively responsible management experience in the field of Public Works Administration with five or more years of experience supervising direct reports. A Master’s Degree in related field is highly desired. Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Washington is desired; an equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.
Possession of or the ability to obtain and maintain throughout employment a valid Washington State driver’s license, along with proof of insurability. Following an offer of employment and prior to starting work, satisfactory background clearance will be required.
For full job details and application, visit the City of Sequim Careers Page.
