Public Works Director

Public Works Director

The City of Newcastle is seeking an experienced and dynamic Public Works Director to lead the City's infrastructure and maintenance operations. This position reports directly to the City Manager and is responsible for planning, directing, and managing the Public Works Department, including streets, stormwater systems, parks, trails, and public facilities. The Public Works Director will provide leadership for a team of 12.5 FTEs and oversee an annual departmental budget of $4.6 million. The Director will also serve as a key advisor to the City Manager, collaborating with City Council, regulatory agencies, contractors, and community stakeholders to deliver essential services and capital projects.

Direct all functions of the Public Works Department, including infrastructure maintenance, capital improvement projects, and regulatory compliance.

Supervise department staff, including the Assistant City Engineer, Parks & Trails Planner, Infrastructure Maintenance Manager, Stormwater Program Manager, and Administrative Assistant.

Manage departmental budget, contracts, grants, and reporting requirements.

Develop and implement long-term infrastructure and maintenance plans.

Support code enforcement coordination, inspections, and standardized documentation.

Provide high-level staff support to the City Manager and City Council.

A strategic, hands-on leader who can manage day-to-day operations while guiding long-term planning.

A strong communicator who can build trust with staff, Council, and the community.

An effective problem-solver who can balance competing priorities and maximize resources.

Highly skilled in public works operations, capital project delivery, and intergovernmental coordination.

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Civil Engineering, Planning, or a closely related field Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree Seven years of progressively responsible government experience Demonstrated success as a department head in a local government agency preferred.