Published date: August 14, 2025
The Town of Bennett is hiring a Public Works Director. Come join an amazing team where you can pioneer your ideas and bring innovation and creativity to a one of the fastest growing communities in the Denver metropolitan area. Directs, plans, coordinates, manages and evaluates the activities involved in the operation, maintenance and repair of streets, buildings, facilities, traffic control devices, storm drainage systems, irrigation systems, park facilities, sports fields, forestry and the cemetery. Oversees the personnel of the Public Works Department.
Job website link: https://www.bennettco.gov/administration/page/current-job-opportunities
Salary and benefits information: $131,383 – $186,450 The Town of Bennett is committed to a fun, progressive learning environment that encourages staff mentorship and development. We offer a highly competitive benefits package, including flexible schedules, 100% premium paid health insurance for employees, a 401(a) match, life insurance, paid family leave, long-term disability insurance, access to mental health services, an annual pass to the Bennett Parks and Recreation District, sick and vacation accrual and cafeteria health plan.
Job description:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Essential functions are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills. They are intended to be an accurate summary of what
the job classification involves and what is required to perform it. Employees are responsible for all other duties as assigned. Reasonable accommodation
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Manages, supervises and directs the activities of assigned staff.
Makes recommendations regarding hiring, discipline, termination or advancement of employees. Schedules employees, assigns work and
monitors progress.
Guides, trains and develops employees in the accomplishment of their duties and professional growth. Writes and conducts employee evaluations.
Prepares, reviews, interprets, and analyzes a variety of operational and performance information, data, and reports, and makes recommendations based on findings.
Oversees buildings, grounds and equipment, and inspects for conformity to safety standards and security requirements.
Makes recommendations to the Town Manager to ensure proper and efficient operation of the public works department.
Communicates plans, policies and procedures to staff and the general public.
Responds to inquiries, complaints and requests for information from citizens, employees and other agencies.
Generates work orders.
Maintains accurate records of maintenance, repairs, inspections, construction projects and emergency service calls.
Prepares and generates reports.
Responds to and resolves sensitive and complex community and organizational inquiries and complaints. Investigates concerns or complaints
and recommends necessary action to resolve issues.
Prepares and conducts safety meetings.
Responds to future growth needs, including goal setting and objective management.
Coordinates the activities of consultants and contractors employed in the division.
Reviews or prepares plans and specifications for contract work and inspects work performed for compliance to standards.
Ensures Town facilities are adequately secure and maintained.
Serves on-call as required; responds to emergencies and coordinates after-hours work including the oversight of snow removal for the Town.
Attends or conducts a variety of meetings.
Prepares necessary reports for state and federal agencies to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations as required.
Prepares and administers the division’s budget; forecasts the necessary funds for staff, materials and supplies; submits budget recommendations and justifications; monitors expenditures against approved budget. Attends Town Board meetings to present budgets, activity reports,
and plans for future activities.
Confers with suppliers and sellers and places orders for equipment, materials, and supplies.
Authorizes or approves departmental expenditures.
Oversees all necessary components of the upkeep and maintenance of the Town’s trails, parks and open space.
Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge of:
Federal, state, and local laws, statutes, and ordinances related to the Public Works Department.
The general principles and practices of public administration, including personnel management and supervision, organizational development
and budgeting.
Research techniques, methods and procedures.
Modern project management principles and practices.
The principles and practices of municipal budget preparation.
Education or Formal Training:
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field from an accredited college or university; minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in public
works and/or community development operations, including two years of lead/supervisory experience; equivalent combinations of education and
experience may be considered.
Certificates and Licenses:
Valid Colorado’s Driver’s License.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Oversees all the employees within the Public Works Department and manages assigned staff as necessary. Carries out supervisory responsibilities
in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include planning, assigning and directing work, appraising
performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Work Environment:
General environment for a public works department. Work may include being outside in inclement weather and being around hazardous chemicals.
The job regularly requires the operation of heavy machinery and manual labor. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.