Assistant DPW Director
Job in
Gibraltar, Wayne County, Michigan, USA
Listing for:
City of St Joseph
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-02-13
Job specializations:
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 75000 - 85000 USD Yearly
USD
75000.00
85000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: GibraltarThe City of Gibraltar is looking for qualified applicants for the Assistant Department of Public Works Director. Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, job application available at (), and any relevant references to Rachel Witherspoon, City Administrator or Katherine Tomasik, City Clerk, City of Gibraltar, 29450 Munro, Gibraltar MI 48173, by 12:00 PM Friday, February 27th, 2026.
Any questions should be directed to Rachel Witherspoon, City Administrator, at x228 or (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).
The City of Gibraltar does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, religion, sex, height, age, national origin, or against individuals with disabilities.
Salary
75-$85,000 per year plus benefits
Position Summary
Under the general direction of the Public Works Director, assists with planning, directing, and supervising all aspect of the City’s Public Works department including streets and sidewalks, traffic control, water treatment and distribution, sanitary and storm sewers, parks and recreation, fleet maintenance, buildings, and grounds and forestry. Serves as department director in that person’s absence as assigned.
Essential Job Functions
Assists in the planning, and directing of all aspects of department operations including personnel, operations, and general administration. Recommends and implements policies and procedures, internal controls, and goals and objectives in accordance with department needs, City directives, and legal requirements.Oversees the day-to-day work of department staff. Assesses project progress, inspects for work quality, and keeps department director informed on project status and performance issues. Assigns work, trains, evaluates performance, and participates in the hiring process of department staff. Participates in the inspection and evaluation of City infrastructure to determine maintenance and capital improvement needs.Participates in the design and initiation of new projects, monitors progress and quality of work, and ensures projects meet specifications.Assesses daily operations and suggests changes for improved efficiency. Recommends short and long-range plans for the department and assists with planning and coordinating capital improvement projects.Participates in special programs and projects, including emergency response, tree programs, CDBG projects, and other programs as assigned. Responds to program inquiries, performs related inspections, and assists in the preparation and maintenance of related documents and files.Provides administrative and technical guidance to the City Administrator, City Council, and other City departments as requested. Researches related regulatory issues, prepares findings, and recommends departmental improvement strategies.Participates in the development and administration of the departmental budget, including equipment rentals and capital improvement projects. Assesses capital needs and makes recommendations concerning capital improvements and equipment acquisition.Assists in the maintenance of all necessary records in accordance with administrative rules, contract language, and legal requirements including state and federal legislation and local ordinances and regulations. Compiles operational statistics and assists in completing a variety of reports required by the City, state, and other funding agencies.Instructs employees on safety standards, precautionary procedures, and departmental policies and procedures.Attends City meetings and other county, state and federal agency meetings as a representative of the City as requested. May participate in the grievance process and assist in administering labor contracts.Acts as department director in that person’s absence. Responds to public inquiries and investigates complaints. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with other departments, citizens, City officials, employees, and others.Conducts research, prepares reports, and completes special projects as assigned.Keeps abreast of modern developments, evolving issues, and changing legislation and policies in Public Works through continued education and professional growth. Attends…
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