City of Bentonville · 5 months ago
Public Works Executive Director
Bentonville, Arkansas, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$113K/yr - $153K/yr
10+ years expThe City of Bentonville is seeking a Public Works Executive Director to provide strategic leadership and administrative oversight for essential services including Water, Electric, and Wastewater departments. This role involves ensuring compliance with regulations, managing budgets, and fostering professional development across multiple departments.
EmploymentGovernmentNon ProfitPublic SafetyPublic Transportation
Responsibilities
Directs departmental activities and communicates with the Mayor, City Council, and public regarding ongoing and future projects throughout the City
Collaborates with department heads on infrastructure projects, coordinating planning, budgeting, permitting, and implementation for all utility, transportation, and engineering-related construction
Ensures efficient project execution through process improvement, timely delivery, and cost-effective practices
Oversees the development and management of multi-million-dollar budgets in partnership with department heads for Electric, Water Utilities, Public Works Maintenance, and Transportation & Engineering
Identifies operating and capital expenses and funding sources to support departmental operations for both residents and visitors
Prepares and presents budgets, reports, and future plans at City Council meetings. Monitors and adjusts financial performance to align with approved budgets
Leads rate studies and funding analyses to ensure sufficient resources for operations and capital improvements. Actively seeks external funding opportunities through grants, bonds, public-private partnerships, and other innovative methods
Represents the City at Utility Board, City Council, and public engagement meetings, as well as internal and external stakeholder meetings
Stays informed on regional and state policy developments relevant to the City of Bentonville
Develops and implements long-term goals, objectives, policies, and procedures for reporting departments. Provides leadership and strategic direction to department heads and division managers
Aligns departmental initiatives with the broader objectives of City leadership
Analyzes complex issues, evaluates alternatives, and recommends sound, data-driven solutions. Clearly and effectively communicates proposals and recommendations in public settings
Exercises independent and expert judgment within policy guidelines
Ensures compliance with state and federal regulations. Maintains ongoing engagement with legislative and regulatory processes
Leads collaboration with agencies such as ADEQ, ARDOT, and ADH
Leads inclusive utility coordination meetings to ensure critical project discussions occur early in the planning process
Co-Leads development process meetings in collaboration with the Planning Department to create a streamlined, one-stop-shop approach for development projects
Performs additional duties as assigned. May be required to handle other responsibilities based on the operational needs of the City
Directly supervises four department heads and indirectly oversees a team of more than 190 employees across the Electric, Water Utilities, Public Works, Transportation, and Engineering departments. Responsibilities include hiring, training, planning, performance evaluation, and discipline, in accordance with City policies and applicable laws
Qualification
Required
A minimum of 10 years of municipal experience is required
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or related field from an accredited four-year college or university
Active Professional Engineer (PE) certification in the State of Arkansas
At least 10 years of experience in Public Works roles within city or local government, or in a comparable capacity at a utility company or engineering firm, including a minimum of 5 years in a management or leadership role
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents
Ability to respond to inquiries from the public, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders
Skilled in public speaking and writing for both internal and external publications
Capable of presenting to executive leadership, City Council, and public audiences
Proficiency in advanced mathematical concepts, including exponents, logarithms, permutations, and statistical analysis
Ability to apply complex formulas to analyze financial, engineering, and operational data
Strong analytical skills to define problems, interpret data, and make informed decisions
Able to manage and resolve multifaceted issues in both structured and unstructured scenarios
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software
Ability to interpret and analyze engineering drawings and blueprints related to utility and public infrastructure projects
Adaptability to learn new technologies and software tools that improve operational efficiency
Valid Driver's License
Active Professional Engineer (PE) License
Other licenses may be required based on departmental needs
Benefits
Vehicle allowance $7,200.96/year
Degree Add Pay( Professional Engineer License) $3,900.00/year
Cell Phone Allowance $747.50/year
Company
City of Bentonville
In Bentonville, it’s not unusual to pass a world-class museum, a bike trail, and a neighbor who still waves on the same morning.
501-1000 employees
Funding
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