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Director of Public Works


Are you awesome? A team builder and creator of strong workplace culture whose project management skill and leadership abilities match your personality?
 
If you are then the Village of Radium Hot Springs is looking for you!
 
The Village seeks an experienced Director of Public Works who can lead, develop, and mentor the Public Works Team into the future.
 
Radium is a fast-growing BC Resort Municipality with close access to skiing, trails, golf, hot springs, the Columbia River, and the BC backcountry.
 
In addition to your general awesomeness – and ability to work well as a member of a high-functioning team – the ideal candidate will hold Applied Science Technologist or Professional Engineering Certification in British Columbia with a track record of success and organizational and cultural improvement in progressively senior roles – preferably in the local government sector.
 
In return the Village offers a competitive salary ($100,000 to $115,000 annual range, depending on experience), comprehensive benefits including a defined benefit pension (BC’s Municipal Pension Plan), and superior work-life combination.
 
As a key member of the senior management team, and reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, you will oversee the Village’s public works department (seven staff), including its water and sewer utilities, roads, parks, fleet, and facilities. You will provide guidance and strategic advice within the organization and be accountable for effective administration of the public works department of the Village including staff management and oversight, budget development, project management including design/design review and tendering, reporting, WorkSafeBC requirements, and Development Services department support including review of development proposals.
 
Desired knowledge includes:

  • Excellent ability to manage and motivate staff
  • Excellent understanding of municipal budgets and budget administration
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills – able to work alone
  • Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, and Outlook. Must be able to track budgets and projects electronically
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to interact with people in a professional manner
  • Ability to read blueprints, engineering plans, drawings, and sketches 
  • Demonstrated project management ability
  • Experience creating and implementing policies and procedures
  • Excellent understanding of municipal infrastructure and maintenance requirements and asset management


Personality is key! Awesome candidates should submit a resume and cover letter by Tuesday July 2, 2024 to:
 
Adrian Bergles, Chief Administrative Officer
Village of Radium Hot Springs
[email protected]
 
The Village of Radium Hot Springs thanks all applicants for their interest. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.  


Professional Categories: Public Works & Operations, Executive / Administrative Management
Posted: June 12, 2024, 9:38 am
Expires: July 2, 2024, 4:30 pm
Employment Type: Full Time
Employment Length: Permanent
Education Requirement: Other trades certificate or diploma
Job Experience: Experience an asset
Rate: $100,000.00 to $115,000.00 Year