Position Overview

Company Name

City of Middletown

Job Title

Director of Public Works

Description

The City of Middletown is accepting applications for the position of Director of Public Works. This position is located in the Department of Public Works. A completed online application must be submitted no later than 4:30 p.m. on September 30, 2026. In order to be considered for this position, you must submit an application during the posting period via the online application portal.

To for this position, please go to the City of Middletown's career portal located at: ./careers/middletownct

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, public administration, or related field and eight years of progressively responsible public works administrative experience or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities. Professional engineering license preferred. Position also requires a valid Connecticut driver's license within 60 days of appointment. (Copies of all required certifications and licenses must be uploaded to application.)

POSITION PURPOSE

The purpose of this position is to direct, manage, and organize the operations and activities of all divisions of the Public Works Department. The work is performed under the direction of the Mayor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(Examples of): Plans and coordinates the activities of all department divisions according to established policies and procedures; establishes priorities and conducts strategic planning to determine goals and objectives. Prepares budget recommendations and administers adopted budget. Administers the operations of the department in the functional areas of management and staff operations, finance operations, maintenance, and sanitation, building inspecting, building, grounds, and parks maintenance; oversees regular maintenance and improvement programs and projects for roads, bridges, street lighting systems, and other City assets. Manages and supervises department personnel; oversees training and development; plans, coordinates, assigns, and reviews work; allocates personnel; maintains standards and evaluates performance. Administers personnel regulations and collective bargaining agreements. Reviews worker's compensation claims. Supervises professional engineering services in the investigation, design, and construction of public works projects and facilities. Participates in the technical review of subdivision and commercial development planning and the preparation of Board assessment and inspection. Please see job description PDF on the City's website for full list of duties. The City of Middletown provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Division prior to the application closing date or the testing date, whichever is applicable.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

Salary Range

$124508.00 -$184246.00

Job City

Middletown

Job State

CT

Job Country