Director of Public Works

Director of Public Works Town of Stoneham - 5.0 Stoneham, MA Job Details Full-time $71.83 - $81.41 an hour 1 hour ago Qualifications Civil engineering Fiscal management Emergency management Administrative experience Driver's License Bachelor's degree Budget preparation Negotiation Organizational budget management Senior leadership Full Job Description Town of Stoneham DPW Director Employment Opportunity Stoneham a suburban town of approximately 23,000 residents located 9 miles north of Boston in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. Situated at the intersection of I-93 and I-95, Stoneham provides convenient access to Boston and the North Shore, known for the Stone Zoo, and extensive access to the 2,500-acre Middlesex Fells Reservation. Stoneham currently is seeking to fill an upcoming opening for the full-time position of Director of Public Works. The Director of Public Works is regarded as a highly responsible leadership position reporting to the Town Administrator. The Director performs senior‑level management, administrative, supervisory, and technical work in planning, directing, and managing all operations of the Department of Public Works. Key Responsibilities

• Represents, interacts, and negotiates on behalf of the department at meetings within and outside the Town
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with municipal, regional, state, and federal officials and agencies
• Ensures compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and consent decrees
• Leads crisis management efforts and develops solutions to emergencies involving infrastructure failures, weather events, and other unplanned incidents

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Public Administration in related field, 7-10 years related experience, and/or combination of education and experience.
• Strong administrative, finance(budget preparation & oversight) and communication skills
• Registered Professional Engineer preferred
• GIS/Wetlands Protection Act enforcement experience preferred.
• MA Drinking Water Supply Operator D-3 preferred
• Valid MA Driving License.

A complete job description, employment application and application submission instructions are available on the Town's website www.stoneham-ma.gov under Departments/ Human Resources. Stoneham offers generous benefit package in addition to a competitive salary. Hiring range is $150,000-$170,000 commensurate with education and experience. Review of applications May 26, 2026, open until filled. Stoneham is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage diversity in our workforce and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Pay:

$71.83 - $81.41 per hour

Work Location:

In person