Director of Public Works

Permanent Full-Time
 
We are seeking an experienced Director to provide leadership to our Public Works department at both the strategic and operational levels.  In this role you will guide the department’s delivery of vital programs, initiatives and services including roads and drainage, water and sewer utilities, parks, vehicle and fleet management, electrical infrastructure and SCADA equipment services.  Your leadership will play a crucial role in supporting the maintenance and enhancement of our community’s infrastructure and services.
 
As an integral player on our leadership team, this position collaborates closely with leaders across the organization to ensure the department’s workplan aligns with the District’s overall organizational strategy. 
 
What we’re looking for:

1. A natural leader who embodies the District’s values of Connection, Integrity, Respect and Progress and is dedicated to developing their team, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment;    
2. A strategic thinker who brings fresh perspectives and innovative solutions ;
3. A safety champion who understands that a safe workplace involves proactive measures and a commitment to operational integrity;
4. A risk manager who utilizes their understanding of the organization’s internal and external environment to develop and implement solutions;
5. A collaborator who is committed to building team spirit, cross departmental connections and is skilled in fostering positive relations in a unionized environment;

Our ideal candidate has extensive and progressive experience working in Public Works or a related field, a degree in a related discipline, and is a Registered Applied Science Technologist or Certified Engineer Technician in the Province of British Columbia. Thorough knowledge of the Local Government Act, Community Charter, and other Acts, regulations, and bylaws relevant to local government is also essential to success in this role.

Who we are: The District of Squamish is a progressive and growing community. Our friendly, small-town setting, spectacular natural environment, thriving arts, culture and heritage scene and world-class recreational opportunities offer an incredible live-work-play lifestyle. 

Think you would be the perfect fit? Then come work with us!  In addition to a competitive salary ($135,562.17 - $148,969.41), the District of Squamish also offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package.

A complete job advertisement can be viewed at: http://squamish.ca/yourgovernment/careers/job-postings/
 
Click here to apply. If you encounter any issues with the form, please submit your resume and qualifications by email to jobs@squamish.ca (Quoting Competition #) To: #24-121 or submit your paper application to: 

Human Resources
District of Squamish
37955 Second Avenue, P.O. Box 310, Squamish, BC V8B 0A3
E-mail: jobs@squamish.ca
 
Application deadline: October 11, 2024