Public Works Director

Job Duties

Job Summary: Plans, organizes, and coordinates the day-to-day activities of the Public Works, Public Utilities and Cemetery Departments; including property, plant, and equipment maintenance, garbage and recycling, storm and sanitary sewers. Work with related civic groups. Attends Council and/or Committee meetings as required.

Representative Duties/Essential Functions:

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position. Other job functions may be added from time to time.

• Performs regular duties of posted position in bargaining unit.

• Coordinates work procedures, prepares work schedules, and expedites workflow.

• Directs employees on a day-to-day basis on specific projects. Issues written and verbal instructions.

• Understands the implementation of union contracts.

• Maintains harmony among workers. Reports disciplinary problems to appropriate Administrative staff.

• Standardizes department policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency and manage maintenance of property, plant, and equipment.

• Prepares reports, creates and manages maintenance schedules.

• Manages budgets, staff and facilities of Water, Sewer, Refuse, Street, Parks, Cemetery, Street Lighting and City Building.

• Monitors compliance with OSHA standards and City safety programs; coordinate safety training for employees.

• Evaluates public works needs and formulates short- and long-range plans to meet needs in all areas of responsibility.

• Responds to public and other inquiries relative to department policies and procedures.

• Assists in the training of other City personnel in public works systems and techniques.

• Orders or authorizes ordering of parts and supplies and reviews bid specifications.

• Assists and advises other city departments as needed.

• Manages emergency callouts on off shifts and weekends from Police and/or severe weather response and other.

• Works with Vendors, Contractors and other civic and city organizations like Public Utilities Commission, MDH (water department), MPCA (sewer department), St. Louis County, MNDOT, Balkan Township, and citywide events.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education Required

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent and four (4) years previous public works experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Minimum Experience Required

• Knowledge of Fleet, tools, specifications and purchasing.

• 3 years of verifiable supervisory experience.

• Considerable knowledge of property, plant, and equipment maintenance including street, sewer, and water maintenance and repairs.

• Appropriate language skills; ability to read, analyze and interpret documents and basic financial statements

• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with employees, consultants, other governmental agency representatives, City officials and the general public.

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with labor relations.

• Ability to make independent judgments which have significant impact on the City.

• Valid CDL or the ability to obtain one in 1 year.

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

No

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

Yes

Physical Required

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$107,717.75 - $107,717.75 / Annually

Postal Code

55719

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

85044

Job Benefits

Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits, Paid Time Off, Life Insurance, Dental

Application Instructions

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter, resume, and a completed City of Chisholm employment application by 4:00 pm Friday, October 16, 2026 to [email protected]