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- Falls Church, Virginia
- City of Falls Church, VA
- Full Time
- Environmental Services
- Public Works
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- Falls Church, Virginia
- City of Falls Church, VA
- Full Time
- Human Resources and Personnel
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Public Works Director -- Falls Church, VA
Falls Church, Virginia United States City of Falls Church, VA Full Time $175,000 Oct 21, 2024
Employer:
City of Falls Church, VA
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Summary
Falls Church, Virginia, located less than seven miles from the heart of Washington D.C., is affectionately nicknamed “The Little City” due to its blend of small-town charm and urban amenities. With a population of roughly 16,000, Falls Church is known for its urban village community, quality customer service, nationally ranked school system, and environmental activism.
Job Description
The City is seeking a Director of Public Works to lead innovative projects that make a real difference and drive positive change. This position leads the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of the city's infrastructure, fostering a collaborative and motivated 69-member team. With a total annual budget of more than $20 million and a six-year adopted Capital Improvements Program of more than $190 million, the Director has a broad set of responsibilities, including sanitary and storm sewers, streets, multimodal transportation, public buildings, and services such as private development review, urban forestry, and solid waste management. The Director works with city officials, stakeholders, and partners to develop solutions that enhance Falls Church's quality of life, align with the community’s vision, and achieve climate, pedestrian, and bicycle safety goals.
Job Requirements
This position requires a bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, or mechanical engineering, construction management, public administration, or a related field, along with a proven history of progressively responsible experience in public works or a related field, including at least five years in a supervisory role. A registered Professional Engineer in Virginia is preferred but not required. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
Special Instructions
The starting salary for this position will be $175,000 - $220,000, based on the background and qualifications of the successful candidate. In addition, the City offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, pension plan, deferred compensation plan, flexible spending account, college savings plan, life and long-term disability insurance, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, free parking, credit union membership, and more.
Additional Information
Qualified candidates are asked to apply at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/bakertilly/jobs/4700707/
This position is open until filled; however, interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply no later than November 18, 2024. For more information, please contact Anne Lewis at Anne.Lewis@bakertilly.com or 703-923-8214.
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